Covers and caps for Sananbio Radix - Vertical Hydroponic Module

This project started because our unit was very noisy thanks to an open drain hose hole (as shown in the third and fourth pictures) and the result is the “HydroPlug” file, which muffles the sound nicely.

The other reason behind it was the need for more caps on the unused holes, because we were not supplied nearly enough by the manufacturer. So the two “classic” caps were thrown together in TinkerCAD. We have since upgraded to the “overengineered” cap, which is designed to make the caps harder to remove by younger children and to give the unit a flat profile which is easier to clean.

The Lego cap is for fun so we could add Lego built items to the unit. :D

The blank cap is usually glued to other 3D printed objects to decorated the unit. For example, we 3D print minature building models, glue a blank to the bottom, and use it to fill a spot instead. The scale with the plants make it look like some dystopian scene with giant plants overgrowing famous monuments. (If you use the blank caps by themselves, make sure the tolerance isn't too tight or they'll be extremely difficult to remove.)

• No supports, brims, or rafts needed when printed as is.

• We recommend 3-4 or even more perimeters and at least 25% infill as this is used near water and can grow mold or algae. If you notice either of those on or in the printed item, throw it away and print more.

• Due to differing printer tolerances you may need to slightly resize the files to fit your unit, especially the HydroPlug. Do not resize the Lego cap as it will no longer fit.

• If you iron the "flag" cover then it is easier to write on and clean. If you write on it with a permanent marker than you can clean it with IPA.

This entry will be added to as we make more, so be sure to like it or add it to a collection! Also, we have several hydroponics-related collections with useful and fun prints from all over Printables.

Edit: The Lego "minifig" cover wasn't working properly so I'll add it soon.