DIY Mister

[WeeNe858]

Rain systems put out more water volume so you have to drill a drain for sure. I would suggest against runninghigh gph pumps and closing an end to achieve high pressure. You kill the pump and waswaste electricity.

Rain systems are easy diy's. Misters arnt.

[RobR]

Has anyone ever tried a pump from an automotive windshield washer system? They're submersible and can be purchased new for >$20.

[parkanz2]

I've heard about those but I've not seen anyone try them... I'd be curious.

[thadmy]

I called the local Hydroponics store and they sell pumps with low GPH but high PSI look into that.

[EvilLost]

yea you shouldn't be looking for random cheap pumps...look at the specs and see


hydroponics shops likely will sell such pumps for exactly these types of setups (but cheaper? i'd be curious to find out, doubt it)



However, you still need nozzle heads. How would you possibly "DIY" these? realistically buy cheap nozzleheads on ebay or something perhaps

what exactly is a "rain system"? I'm picturing a drip line? those are easy to make DIY style


ultimately though, i still think you are going to save $20-30 tops off a starter mistking setup but if something doesn't end up working well...

[konton]

Originally Posted by WeeNe858

Rain systems put out more water volume so you have to drill a drain for sure. I would suggest against runninghigh gph pumps and closing an end to achieve high pressure. You kill the pump and waswaste electricity.

Rain systems are easy diy's. Misters arnt.

I had the idea of circulating the water and letting the system run in short bursts.

Rain system concept for small arboreal terrariums - YouTube

Rain system concept for small arboreal terrariums - YouTube

I blogged it here for those interested with links to all parts:
» Thuderbolt RainMaker Part List Frog Cube

I think you can DIY misters. However my experience is it's not worth it unless your planning multiple tanks. Otherwise the starter misting system by the mistking when he offer free shipping is really a great deal.

[EvilLost]

Originally Posted by konton

I think you can DIY misters. However my experience is it's not worth it unless your planning multiple tanks. Otherwise the starter misting system by the mistking when he offer free shipping is really a great deal.

How would you DIY the nozzle-heads? I'm very interested to know...

I'm pretty sure you'd still have to buy these in the end.

[Pumilo]

Originally Posted by EvilLost

How would you DIY the nozzle-heads? I'm very interested to know...

I'm pretty sure you'd still have to buy these in the end.

DIY doesn't mean that you build every component from scratch. I have seen similar nozzles listed on eBay.

[konton]

Originally Posted by EvilLost

How would you DIY the nozzle-heads? I'm very interested to know...

I'm pretty sure you'd still have to buy these in the end.

Doug's got it. Ebay is a great place to go. Or:

Cloudtops | Greenhouses, Sunrooms, Misting, Fogging, Shade | Misting Nozzles

But I'd call to find out shipping prices. The girl on ebay actually ships them for under $2. I picked the white ones with the 80 degree angle. Mistking states the red ones with the 115 degree angle match what they use, but visual evidence suggests an 80 degree angle. I suppose it doesn't matter cause it's mist and gets everywhere, but I'm trying to avoid misting the front glass.

[parkanz2]

Mist King nozzles are great for ultimate versatility and positioning but they're quite pricey. You can buy cheapo nozzles from other places and you'll have to put more time and effort into positioning them, but once you do you don't have to touch them. And they're practically disposable if they clog if you get them cheap enough. I'd be most tempted to get the mist king pump and buy throwaway nozzles.

The espresso machine pump is also really tempting... 15 bar makes me drool but I haven't seen anyone try it and I don't have the money to throw into a possible failure at the moment