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Alien Hydroponics V-System Instructions Alien Hydroponics V-System 12-Pot 4 Row DimensionsThe Ultimate Recirculating Deep Water Culture Hydroponic System
Welcome to the future of hydroponics. The powerful V-SYSTEM™ has been designed to help you grow trees with brand-new technology never seen before in the industry. Years have been spent developing this highly-oxygenated RDWC system that will give you the healthiest root zones and massive yields.
This V-System is a 12-pot, 4-row RDWC Hydroponic kit for growing 4 massive plants
In an industry first, the V-SYSTEM doesn't use an air pump to oxygenate the nutrient solution, using Venturi valve technology instead. Simple, yet effective- and no more clogged airstones!
Ultra-wide, customizable length, 5" return-flow tubing minimizes issues with roots clogging the pipes, and the Vortex pump creates a free-flowing system that simultaneously injects each pot with fresh nutrient solutioni from the header. Whether you have a 4 or 20 pot system, the nutrients supplied to your plants will be equal in every pot, giving you a consistent crop
Key Features & Benefits of the V-System
The massive 15-gallon / 58 liter V-SYSTEM pots create giant root zones allowing for huge plants and the highest yields. Expertly designed, the sloped shape of the pot bottom allows you to drain the entire system so you'll only grow in the freshest water.
- 15 gallon (58L) V-POT
- Water fill line
- Total-drainage bases
- Venturi injectors
- Inspection Covers
- 5" spiral tubing
- 5" Dual-Flow™ fittings
- Integrated filtration
- T304 Stainless clamps
- Heavy-duty components
- Push-fit feed connections
- JET-STREAM® Vortex™ pump
- Direct nutrient distribution
- Maximum oxygen saturation
- No air pump needed
- No heat transferred
- Vortex fluid motion
- Naturally aspirated
- Supports large plants
- Pots and system completely drain
- Prevents root clogging
- Made in Britain
Unlike other hydroponics systems, the V-SYSTEM's JET-STREAM® Vortex water pump is located outside the header pot and air-cooled, so less heat is transferred to the fluid. Cooler water temps mean less chance of root rot and other pathogens affecting your crop. The pump is also easier to clean!
Vortex Motion
The ground-breaking V-SYSTEM uses a whirlpool to naturally oxygenate all of the solution in every pot to maintain perfect O2 levels for growing healthy roots.
Naturally Aspirated
Using Venturi technology, oxygen is drawn into the V-SYSTEM creating a quiet flow of air without needing an air pump or airstones that clog over time.
Free Flowing
In an industry first, the V-SYSTEM uses ultra-wide 5" custom-length tubing to eliminate root clogging and create free-flowing nutrients for any size room.
Grow Trees
The massive 15 gallon / 58 liter V-pot can hold huge root zones allowing for incredible growth and the highest possible yields.
Nutrient Distribution
The pressurized V-SYSTEM effectively delivers nutrients to every root system simultaneously without flowing through other pots first, giving all of your plants the best growth advantage.
Total Drainage
The base of the V-pot is sloped to allow for 100% nutrient change-outs and ensure your plants are only grown in the freshest water.
Almost Zero Heat Transfer
The V-SYSTEM's water pump is outside the header pot and air-cooled, meaning almost zero heat transfer from pump to fluid, keeping water cooler and roots healthier.
Oxygen
Combining the circular flow with the air injected by the Venturis, the V-SYSTEM maintains optimum O2 levels in the entire root zone.
Advantages of the V-System Direct Nutrient Injection
The ALIEN V-SYSTEM puts a new spin on recirculating deep water culture by directly injecting fresh nutrient solution from the header pot to each growing pot virtually simultaneously. This means that when you're adding nutrients or adjusting pH, the system stabilizes- completely mixing the entire volume of nutrient solution- within just a few minutes.
Using precision design, the water flow creates a whirlpool vortex that oxygenates and circulates the fluid content of the entire pot, rather than just the area around the airstone. No matter where your roots are growing in the pot, they will receive the highest oxygen and nutrient levels to grow exceptional crops.
Other RDWC systems force the nutrient solution to go through each pot in a row in turn, meaning the system can take half an hour (or much longer!) to stabilize.
Specifications for the 12 Pot 4 Row V-System
| Number of pots | 12 |
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| Number of rows | 4 |
| Total fluid Volume | 196.0 gallons (742 L) |
| Recommended Chiller | 264 gallons (1000 L) |
| Min assmebled legnth | 6' 4.8" (76.8 inches / 1950 mm) |
|---|---|
| Min assembled width | 7' 7.3" (91.3 inches / 2320 mm) |
| Water pump power | 370 watts |
| Water pump flow rate | 3487 gal/hr (13200 L/hr) |
| Brand | Alien Hydroponics |
|---|---|
| SKU | BD100-0412 |
| Weight (lb.) | 150.0000 |
| Width (in.) | |
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| Prop 65 | false |
| Hazardous Material | false |
| Shipping Restrictions | AK, HI |
| Lead Time | This product ships in 5-7 business days |
| ETL Listed | No |
| Plant Count | 12 |
| Plant Spacing | 22" - 40" |
| Growth Module Size | 15 Gallon |
| Number of Rows | 4 Rows |
| Total System Volume | 196.0 gallons (742 L) |
| Recommended Chiller Size | 264 gallons (1000 L) |
| System Footprint | Minimum Assembled Size: Length: 6' 4.8" | Width: 7' 7.3" |
Alien Hydroponics V-System 12 Pot - 4 Row RDWC Hydroponic System Questions & Answers
Q: Do I need a chiller?
A: Yes, unless you're keeping your grow room between 65-68°F at all times- which is colder than we would recommend.
Q: What temperature should the nutrient solution be?
A: The nutrient solution temperature should be maintained between 66-69 °F (19-20 °C) to discourage pathogenic bacteria and fungi while maximizing oxygenation.
Q: What level should the nutrient solution be filled to?
A: The V-SYSTEM pots have a fill indicator line inside each pot that shows the optimal nutrient solution level. When first placing small plants without dangling roots into the system, the nutrient solution level should be kept slightly higher for a few days to keep the roots wet while they grow down into the pot- simply inspect the roots with the handy inspection lids on the V-POT to know when your plants are ready to take off.
Q: Should the water pump run 24/7?
A: Yes, the pump should be kept running at all times when plants are in the system, except when completely draining the system for a nutrient change-out. Never run the pump when dry- this damages the pump in the long term.
Q: What if power fails?
A: In the event of a power failure, the ultra-oxygenated liquid around the plants' roots in the V-Pots provides a safe buffer for a relatively long time; depending on the plants' size (larger plants are thirstier for nutrients and oxygen) you have many hours to a day or more before other measures are required to keep the plants happy without the water flowing. Compared to other media-less hydroponic methodss, recirculating deep water culture (RDWC) systems, as used in the V-SYSTEM, are the most resiliant to power-failure situations.
Q: How frequently are nutrient change-outs needed?
A: To keep the plants in the freshest, optimally-balanced nutrient solution, change-outs should happen every 7-10 days, or more frequently if pH levels are drifting significantly from from day to day.
Q: Is it necessary to completely drain the whole system for a nutrient change-out?
A: No; many growers change out only half the nutrient solution each time. If you're having issues with pathogens in your system, a complete drain and replacement is beneficial.
Q: What is the ideal nutrient solution pH?
A: 5.8 to 6.0 is generally ideal, but it is usually best to follow the recommendations of your fertilizer manufacturer- they are usually designing their nutrients for an optimal absorption rate at a specific pH value.
Q: How should pH be adusted?
A: Don't pour concentrated pH-up or pH-down solutions directly into the header pot as this can shock plants in the system. We recommend diluting the pH-adjustment solution in water (about 30ml / 2 Tablespoons per gallon of water) before slowly adding it to the header pot. Wait a few minutes for it to distribute through the system (with the V-SYSTEM, distribution is much faster than with other RDWC systems!) and test and re-test the pH; once it has stabilized, you can add more adjustment solution if needed and repeat the procedure until the optimal pH has been achieved.
Q: How can the system be completely drained?
A: Connect a hose- or a pump and hose for even faster drainage- to the convenient drain barbs on the V-SYSTEM's elbows. With the sloped-base V-Pots and patent-pending Dual-Flow™ fittings, all of the nutrient solution in the entire system can be drained.
Q: Can I use organic nutrients with the V-SYSTEM?
A: While everything about the V-SYSTEM is designed to prevent clogging, organic nutrients, sugars and bacterial additives tend to cause build-up and eventual clogging in the distribution pipes. Mineral or "salt-based" nutrients are recommended over "organic" nutrients for the V-SYSTEM.
Q: Can I expand my V-SYSTEM?
A: Yes, additional pots and rows can be added later. The solvent-free (glue-free) connections allow the V-SYSTEM to be disassembled and re-assembled in a different configuration, or with additional pots. As the run of pots down each row gets longer, the pump may need to be upgraded and nutrient distribution pipe may need to get larger to handle the additional flow