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jcj77d · #1 (**permalink**) 03-21-2008, 10:45 PM

DIY HUMIDIFER/CHILLER FOR SMALL GROWS

This is a DIY Humidifer/Chiller for Closet or Tent Grows that can be made for under $50, & all parts can be bought locally most stores like walmart, radio shack, & pet stores or online.
I use this in my 360 cubic feet closet w/ around 400w+ of light. It can lower my temps from 80's to mid to high 60's, & raise my RH from 30% to 90% +/- a few %. The temps are maintained around 75-78, & my RH is maintained around 50-60%. I can regulate the temp & RH by controlling the fans speed, which is controlled by a Coby 12v dc regulated power supply (Output:1.5, 3, 4.5, 6, 7.5, 9, 12V DC)
Parts List:
Ultrasonic Fogger - $25
Fogger Float - $6
60mm Axial Fan (52cfm) - $2
12 quart Rubbermaid Container - $4
12v DC power supply - $4-5

Ultrasonic Fogger.

Fogger Float.

12 Quart Rubbermaid Container.

Rubbermaid Lid (underside view w/ 60mm Fan).
I just cut a hole to match fan size & screwed fan to lid (intake), & then cut out a hole on oppisite side for exaust. I used a party cup for a spout, but pvc or other material can be used.

Top View of Lid w/ fan & exaust port, You want the exaust port to be a little bigger than intake port.

Fogger inside the Fogger Float (holds fogger at the right water level for most fog).

Shot of Fogger on, fogging in the water.

Shot with the lid on but fan off.

Shot of the fog shooting out of the exaust port with fan running full speed.

Full Shot of my DIY Humidifer/Chiller fully together & running.
Last picture is the Coby 12v DC Supply
http://forum.grasscity.com/attachmen...ere-ca-709.jpg

Jok3r420 · #2 (**permalink**) 03-21-2008, 10:54 PM

Dude thats pretty f'ing sweet.. Seems to work great as well! +rep

zurmagus · #3 (**permalink**) 03-21-2008, 11:43 PM

How often do you need to add water to it?

jcj77d · #4 (**permalink**) 03-21-2008, 11:43 PM

thanks, ive pased this on to a fellow grower that was useing a regular humidifer thats high $, he returned it, & uses this concept w/ better results.

jcj77d · #5 (**permalink**) 03-21-2008, 11:47 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by zurmagus

How often do you need to add water to it?

depends on how long u run it, the manufacture of fogger says not to run for more than 8hrs at a time, but i do w/ no probs. i run mine for about 14+hrs & half to refill it every few days (2-4)

jcj77d · #6 (**permalink**) 03-25-2008, 07:43 PM

Heres a shot of the diy humidifer/chiller in my hydro hut, w/ it off & on. this was a test run to see the dif between it off & on.

i let the 400w hps hut on for 20mins w/ the diy off humidifer/chiller off, to get it to the running temps & RH, which where 79.1 % 43% as u can see in pic.

heres the shot w/ the diy humidifer/chiller on (only for 10mins) & the temp dropped from 79.1 to 77.9, & the RH rised from 43% to 52% in 10mins, & would prob change more if left on longer, but i had to leave.

jcj77d · #7 (**permalink**) 03-26-2008, 04:43 PM

well i did a final test run on my diy humidifer/chiller. i let the 400w hut run for about an hr & 20mins, & i got the temp to drop from 79.1 to 74.3, & the RH to rise from 43% to 59%. i also did a quick test run this morning w/ frozen water bottles inside the res of my diy, & the temp dropped another 4 degrees to 70.2, but no pic.

bobboharo · #8 (**permalink**) 03-26-2008, 04:57 PM

I have one of those foggers in my set up. But it sits inside my main reservoir and foggs my water+nutes. 20-30%RH inside box

I would like to raise this for vegging, oh well. But...100%RH were my roots are. I leave it on while my light is on. It makes the roots grow so fast and thick you can just about see them growing.

smokestackbeats · #9 (**permalink**) 05-31-2008, 11:56 PM

where did you get your 60 mm fan ? and whats the exact measurement on it? 60mm x ? x ?

also not trying to sound retarded but where did you get your pro fogger and fogger float? i have been to three pet store/aquarium stores and they dont carry either of these products.

TiCkEr · #10 (**permalink**) 06-09-2008, 05:29 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by smokestackbeats

where did you get your 60 mm fan ? and whats the exact measurement on it? 60mm x ? x ?

also not trying to sound retarded but where did you get your pro fogger and fogger float? i have been to three pet store/aquarium stores and they dont carry either of these products.

Bump, I'd like to know as well. Also, how does this cool the air? Anyone know the science behind it? Is it because water absorbs the heat much better than air, therefore humid fog absorbs the heat? Or is it just the cool water in the rubber maid?

TiCkEr

TiCkEr

bouncyball · #11 (**permalink**) 06-09-2008, 07:20 AM

try landscaping or exotic pet stores

the foggers are used in home fountains normaly. also i've seen them in terrariums for various reptiles. i have one we got years ago from a petsmart.

if all else fails - ebay

muah12 · #12 (**permalink**) 06-09-2008, 09:43 AM

well what is a good humidty to grow in i imagine this would make it really humid and if its to humid wouldnt this be bad if codensenation started to build up on say walls and lights?!?

TiCkEr · #13 (**permalink**) 06-09-2008, 10:25 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by muah12

well what is a good humidty to grow in i imagine this would make it really humid and if its to humid wouldnt this be bad if codensenation started to build up on say walls and lights?!?

60-70%RH is the optimal level for cannabis as far as I know. Good air circulation would keep condensation from building up I'd imagine. I'm going to build one step by step tomorrow and give it a shot.

TiCkEr

richirich_99 · #14 (**permalink**) 06-09-2008, 02:54 PM

the more humid it is, the less resin that the leaves produce is what i read, but you dont want the RH to be too low either. Im going to try to find all the parts, and make one for my grow room, this would help the temp issue greatly i think!

richirich_99 · #15 (**permalink**) 06-09-2008, 04:32 PM

do you have to have the floater for the fogger? will it not work without the floater?

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#1 (permalink) 03-21-2008, 10:45 PM
jcj77d POT GOD Join Date: Mar 2007 Location: , Location, Location Posts: 4,405	Diy Humidifer/chiller For Small Grows DIY HUMIDIFER/CHILLER FOR SMALL GROWS This is a DIY Humidifer/Chiller for Closet or Tent Grows that can be made for under $50, & all parts can be bought locally most stores like walmart, radio shack, & pet stores or online. I use this in my 360 cubic feet closet w/ around 400w+ of light. It can lower my temps from 80's to mid to high 60's, & raise my RH from 30% to 90% +/- a few %. The temps are maintained around 75-78, & my RH is maintained around 50-60%. I can regulate the temp & RH by controlling the fans speed, which is controlled by a Coby 12v dc regulated power supply (Output:1.5, 3, 4.5, 6, 7.5, 9, 12V DC) Parts List: Ultrasonic Fogger - $25 Fogger Float - $6 60mm Axial Fan (52cfm) - $2 12 quart Rubbermaid Container - $4 12v DC power supply - $4-5 Ultrasonic Fogger. Fogger Float. 12 Quart Rubbermaid Container. Rubbermaid Lid (underside view w/ 60mm Fan). I just cut a hole to match fan size & screwed fan to lid (intake), & then cut out a hole on oppisite side for exaust. I used a party cup for a spout, but pvc or other material can be used. Top View of Lid w/ fan & exaust port, You want the exaust port to be a little bigger than intake port. Fogger inside the Fogger Float (holds fogger at the right water level for most fog). Shot of Fogger on, fogging in the water. Shot with the lid on but fan off. Shot of the fog shooting out of the exaust port with fan running full speed. Full Shot of my DIY Humidifer/Chiller fully together & running. Last picture is the Coby 12v DC Supply http://forum.grasscity.com/attachmen...ere-ca-709.jpg __________________ DISCLAIMER: I neither condemn or condone the use of MJ. I recognize that recreational MJ use is a permanent part of our society, and that there will always be ppl who use MJ, despite prohibition. The info I provide, therefore, is meant to assist ppl in making informed decisions about their use. I assume no responsibility for how the info is used. So you wanna grow pot, your ?'s answered HERE DIY: Humidifer/Chiller For Small Grows Last edited by jcj77d; 03-21-2008 at 10:50 PM.

#2 (permalink) 03-21-2008, 10:54 PM
Jok3r420 [[joker]] Join Date: May 2006 Posts: 67	Dude thats pretty f'ing sweet.. Seems to work great as well! +rep __________________ Everything I say on this forum is for entertainment purposes and is purely hypothetical! I do NOT condone anything illegal!

#3 (permalink) 03-21-2008, 11:43 PM
zurmagus Registered User Join Date: Sep 2007 Posts: 17	How often do you need to add water to it?

#4 (permalink) 03-21-2008, 11:43 PM
jcj77d POT GOD Join Date: Mar 2007 Location: , Location, Location Posts: 4,405	thanks, ive pased this on to a fellow grower that was useing a regular humidifer thats high $, he returned it, & uses this concept w/ better results. __________________ DISCLAIMER: I neither condemn or condone the use of MJ. I recognize that recreational MJ use is a permanent part of our society, and that there will always be ppl who use MJ, despite prohibition. The info I provide, therefore, is meant to assist ppl in making informed decisions about their use. I assume no responsibility for how the info is used. So you wanna grow pot, your ?'s answered HERE DIY: Humidifer/Chiller For Small Grows

#6 (permalink) 03-25-2008, 07:43 PM
jcj77d POT GOD Join Date: Mar 2007 Location: , Location, Location Posts: 4,405	Quick Hydro Hut Test Results Heres a shot of the diy humidifer/chiller in my hydro hut, w/ it off & on. this was a test run to see the dif between it off & on. i let the 400w hps hut on for 20mins w/ the diy off humidifer/chiller off, to get it to the running temps & RH, which where 79.1 % 43% as u can see in pic. heres the shot w/ the diy humidifer/chiller on (only for 10mins) & the temp dropped from 79.1 to 77.9, & the RH rised from 43% to 52% in 10mins, & would prob change more if left on longer, but i had to leave. __________________ DISCLAIMER: I neither condemn or condone the use of MJ. I recognize that recreational MJ use is a permanent part of our society, and that there will always be ppl who use MJ, despite prohibition. The info I provide, therefore, is meant to assist ppl in making informed decisions about their use. I assume no responsibility for how the info is used. So you wanna grow pot, your ?'s answered HERE DIY: Humidifer/Chiller For Small Grows

#7 (permalink) 03-26-2008, 04:43 PM
jcj77d POT GOD Join Date: Mar 2007 Location: , Location, Location Posts: 4,405	well i did a final test run on my diy humidifer/chiller. i let the 400w hut run for about an hr & 20mins, & i got the temp to drop from 79.1 to 74.3, & the RH to rise from 43% to 59%. i also did a quick test run this morning w/ frozen water bottles inside the res of my diy, & the temp dropped another 4 degrees to 70.2, but no pic. __________________ DISCLAIMER: I neither condemn or condone the use of MJ. I recognize that recreational MJ use is a permanent part of our society, and that there will always be ppl who use MJ, despite prohibition. The info I provide, therefore, is meant to assist ppl in making informed decisions about their use. I assume no responsibility for how the info is used. So you wanna grow pot, your ?'s answered HERE DIY: Humidifer/Chiller For Small Grows

#8 (permalink) 03-26-2008, 04:57 PM
bobboharo bobboharo Join Date: Mar 2008 Posts: 7	I have one of those foggers in my set up. But it sits inside my main reservoir and foggs my water+nutes. 20-30%RH inside box I would like to raise this for vegging, oh well. But...100%RH were my roots are. I leave it on while my light is on. It makes the roots grow so fast and thick you can just about see them growing.

#9 (permalink) 05-31-2008, 11:56 PM
smokestackbeats drums,art,music,bud Join Date: Sep 2007 Location: east coastin Posts: 62	any help is greatly appreciated. where did you get your 60 mm fan ? and whats the exact measurement on it? 60mm x ? x ? also not trying to sound retarded but where did you get your pro fogger and fogger float? i have been to three pet store/aquarium stores and they dont carry either of these products.

#11 (permalink) 06-09-2008, 07:20 AM
bouncyball Makin' vapor trails Join Date: May 2008 Location: The states .. Posts: 189	try landscaping or exotic pet stores the foggers are used in home fountains normaly. also i've seen them in terrariums for various reptiles. i have one we got years ago from a petsmart. if all else fails - ebay

#12 (permalink) 06-09-2008, 09:43 AM
muah12 Registered User Join Date: May 2008 Posts: 7	well what is a good humidty to grow in i imagine this would make it really humid and if its to humid wouldnt this be bad if codensenation started to build up on say walls and lights?!?

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#14 (permalink) 06-09-2008, 02:54 PM
richirich_99 Registered User Join Date: Jan 2008 Posts: 526	the more humid it is, the less resin that the leaves produce is what i read, but you dont want the RH to be too low either. Im going to try to find all the parts, and make one for my grow room, this would help the temp issue greatly i think!

#15 (permalink) 06-09-2008, 04:32 PM
richirich_99 Registered User Join Date: Jan 2008 Posts: 526	do you have to have the floater for the fogger? will it not work without the floater?