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New NFT Question Hey guys! I took all your advice and was able to add the things you recommended. I added two 5 gallon buckets as the grow beds and have it… Started by R.K. Castillo	2	Nov 29, 2012 Reply by Rob Nash
Bell siphon drain rate? Hi, I'm assembling an aquaponics system using half-barrels and Affnan-style mini bell siphons (3/4" to 1-1/4" pipe). I have read that each… Started by Eric T	2	Aug 26, 2012 Reply by Eric T
My First system My aquaponic system set up in a small bedroom underneath a windowsill. The system consists of: A bench made from a water bed frame, milk c… Started by Sean Short	8	Jul 28, 2012 Reply by Paul Reeves
Bell Siphon and Oxygenation Greetings, I am new to aquaponics but have been researching for months and am ready to start an expirmental setup in my home before I take… Started by Julian Chawarski	4	May 7, 2012 Reply by Keith Rowan
Timed siphon valve - automatically alternating between constant flood and flood & drain Am I crazy or is this a crazy good idea? :D I've been thinking of the many benefits to a constant-flood setup, but I also like flood &… Started by Averan	36	Feb 28, 2012 Reply by Averan
Problems with loop siphon Ok let me describe my setup, Its CHOP with a large fishtank 275 gallons draining into 4 growbeds filled with peagravel. The four growbeds a… Started by Mitch Rogers	9	Apr 30, 2011 Reply by David Waite
A Classroom aquaponics set up I have a small set-up in my classroom. This system is a 20 gallon aquarium with 5 goldfish. 3 of my students washing off the hydroton that… Started by Troy Mayfield	7	Apr 7, 2011 Reply by Jonathan Farrand
System design What are your thoughts on system design? Media vs raft. Deep media beds vs shallow. Siphons vs timers. Tell us your thoughts and let's… Started by Sylvia Bernstein	167	Nov 12, 2010 Reply by Sylvia Bernstein
Transparent bell siphon, adjustable drain tube. Hi, For those still learning about bell siphons or for those who want an easily ajustable siphon this may help.Some pint jars will fit air-… Started by Homefire	2	Nov 10, 2010 Reply by David Freitag