I spent several days searching TH-cam for a true home build fish feeder without luck. Then, a week after I purchased a commercial feeder with mixed reviews, this video shows up on my recommended list. I saved this video to my future project list in case the feeder I bought does not work out. An auger for a pellet stove/grill might work for me as well. Thanks for sharing.
I wish there was a way to like more than once. I mean really there are some vids that are head and shoulders above the rest. Thanks for all your hard work!!!
Congratulations ! I am here in Brazil and I'm watching all your videos . His videos are very well explained and with a very high resolution . Very good!
I am in the early planning stages of an aquaponics system and one thing I want is an automatic feeder. I fully intend on having my system fully automated soon after getting it setup (I am an electronics major afterall). This is pretty much what I have in mind, thanks for the great info.!
I loved that you used a recycled computer case. A quality job repurposing a ton of stuff. I'm jealous as hell because I pay people like you to do that kind of stuff for me (because I don't have the talent/vision/etc.). Great video!!
LOL...I've been burned by no spray nozzle also. Now, I always check for a nozzle and shake the can to ensure there is a ball bearing inside BEFORE I leave the store. Nice job!
Nice !! I'm in a need for a sort of screw extruder for a small project I have in mind , never thought of wood auger bit . Clever !! Greetings from Dominican Republic
I am extremely impressed at everything that you have put together, your talent for ingenuity,executing craftsman work and understanding of things. Have you had any formal previous education, as well as any education in aquaponics itself, i may answer my own question soon lots of vids. Presentation is also extremely well done and i love the oh darnit moments it just shows that nothing is always perfect the first time you do something, which i think helps out a lot of newbies from quitting.
i think its better to use a distance sensor, so you can have a value from 0 to 100% on your controller for the fish food. keep your work going. love your work !!
The water is actually fairly clear. I get some algae growth on the tank walls which the fish like to eat. The HDPE sides let light through so it's hard to control it. I may cover the entire tank at some point. When I shot that video, it was starting to get dark out so the water looked cloudy....I was too lazy to shoot new video for it. ;-)
With all the work you do yourself, you should be able to save up enough money to buy........ a new pair of welding gloves. Great work as always. Practical genius.
hells ya brother, A+ for ingenuity !!! Doesnt surprise me one bit that people are endlessly resorting to doing things THEMSELVES. Love this!!! How long it take you to make that... like 4-5 hours? if you add up all the time used. heck,,, you cant even BUY a feeder like that... auto feeders today are HORRIBLE and its crazy that there are no good ones on the market yet. Thanks for posting :)
Looked like a cool idea. till u linked it to a controler that looked like it was off the space shuttle. Is there any Easier way to controle it? Thanks.
Very informative!! Good job in the details....I am just completing an aquaponic system, 16 x 8 on a trailer so i can take the display to the local highschool and educate.....thanks again!!
I must respectfully disagree with your "always wear gloves" recommendation. It has always been my policy to NEVER wear gloves with any tool that rotates (table saws, angle grinders, lathes, etc) because it is far better to cut or even lose a finger than to get a glove caught and lose your whole hand. Just my two bits - I love this video... hell, I love all of your videos. What is your electronics background, if you don't mind me asking?
Love it. you're very handy..... Hey ever considered making a couple for retail. I would buy it like yesterday. put it on ebay. If you can make another, I would buy one.what would you sell one for ????
Great job on your inventiveness!! I love your videos and they have inspired me to build my own system! Keep it up!!!! I looked at a few surplus sites looking for a similar motor as the one you used, alas with no success. What is your source for the geared motor you use? Is there a web site?
ya sorry I felt like a donkey after I posted that but plants love a little H2O2 on the roots if you see them getting yellow or that a little goes a long way and if you need to air rate the water if your pumps break down and that H2O2 about a cup or more will keep the fish alive for 24 hours... The photo-Fenton reaction and it helps keep the system clean with little work like always great videos....
I must say your one sharp tool in that tool shed, other words great job. You may want to put some 3% hydrogen peroxide about 1/2 cup full in your fish tank to the algue level down. Your fish could get sick. don't mean to step on your toes or any thing love your vids peace out..
I spent several days searching TH-cam for a true home build fish feeder without luck. Then, a week after I purchased a commercial feeder with mixed reviews, this video shows up on my recommended list. I saved this video to my future project list in case the feeder I bought does not work out. An auger for a pellet stove/grill might work for me as well. Thanks for sharing.
I am impressed with your resourcefulness and ingenuity. Your work and research will benefit others who want to have their own food supply.
I don't even do aquaponics, but craftsmanship made me subscribe. I might learn something to implement into my insect breeding.
This is not only brilliant work, but posting a full share of how you did it is really commendable. Bravo! Thanks for all you do!
The use of the drill bit is and absolute stroke of genius!
I wish there was a way to like more than once. I mean really there are some vids that are head and shoulders above the rest. Thanks for all your hard work!!!
That is one of the coolest things I've seen in a while.
I work full time. This is part hobby/business and do this on nights and weekends....I cut TV out of my life....frees up a lot of time!
Congratulations ! I am here in Brazil and I'm watching all your videos . His videos are very well explained and with a very high resolution . Very good!
Looks like the work of a pro to me. I love watching you craft stuff like this, great job.
I am in the early planning stages of an aquaponics system and one thing I want is an automatic feeder. I fully intend on having my system fully automated soon after getting it setup (I am an electronics major afterall). This is pretty much what I have in mind, thanks for the great info.!
I loved that you used a recycled computer case. A quality job repurposing a ton of stuff. I'm jealous as hell because I pay people like you to do that kind of stuff for me (because I don't have the talent/vision/etc.).
Great video!!
The fish appreciate your slick design
very impressive. I think you are brilliant too. Your ingenuity is outstanding!
I'm watching your videos..... Your thoughts and builds are amazing! Thanks for sharing
im always blown away by your work. best channel ever.
I have 2 media beds and one raft bed up and running. I took video of the construction process....just need to find the time to compile it all!
This feeder is better then the feeders I saw on amazon and in pets-mart!
Thats one of the most True statements I've ever seen in a comment. Excellent group of videos, keep them coming.
Recycled computer cover for fish food dispenser hopper? You are the epitome of sustainability!
yeah, I'm doing it a bit out of sequence. Some of the beds are already in plants are growing like crazy! I've taken video of the entire thing!
Genius man. I wish there was a school I could go to to learn everything that you do!
LOL...I've been burned by no spray nozzle also. Now, I always check for a nozzle and shake the can to ensure there is a ball bearing inside BEFORE I leave the store.
Nice job!
What heavy metals would be coming out of it? It's made from steel.
Really lovely work you've done !!! Very impressive and practical .
Nice !! I'm in a need for a sort of screw extruder for a small project I have in mind , never thought of wood auger bit . Clever !! Greetings from Dominican Republic
Subscribed BTW
I also used one in this years ago! th-cam.com/video/anqKC0i0a7Y/w-d-xo.html
I am extremely impressed at everything that you have put together, your talent for ingenuity,executing craftsman work and understanding of things. Have you had any formal previous education, as well as any education in aquaponics itself, i may answer my own question soon lots of vids. Presentation is also extremely well done and i love the oh darnit moments it just shows that nothing is always perfect the first time you do something, which i think helps out a lot of newbies from quitting.
i think its better to use a distance sensor, so you can have a value from 0 to 100% on your controller for the fish food. keep your work going. love your work !!
The water is actually fairly clear. I get some algae growth on the tank walls which the fish like to eat. The HDPE sides let light through so it's hard to control it. I may cover the entire tank at some point. When I shot that video, it was starting to get dark out so the water looked cloudy....I was too lazy to shoot new video for it. ;-)
very good grasshopper you make me proud!!!
I don't have a design or schematic for this. It's just something I put together.
With all the work you do yourself, you should be able to save up enough money to buy........ a new pair of welding gloves.
Great work as always. Practical genius.
hells ya brother, A+ for ingenuity !!! Doesnt surprise me one bit that people are endlessly resorting to doing things THEMSELVES.
Love this!!!
How long it take you to make that... like 4-5 hours? if you add up all the time used.
heck,,, you cant even BUY a feeder like that... auto feeders today are HORRIBLE and
its crazy that there are no good ones on the market yet.
Thanks for posting :)
Looked like a cool idea. till u linked it to a controler that looked like it was off the space shuttle. Is there any Easier way to controle it? Thanks.
love all your videos. always look forward to see what crazy project you ll come up with next!keep up the great work !
Gret invention. I am alway amazed by what you can do.
Very informative!! Good job in the details....I am just completing an aquaponic system, 16 x 8 on a trailer so i can take the display to the local highschool and educate.....thanks again!!
i want to asking,what kinds of sensor you used?
nway,your project is absolutely great..
Thanks. I've been tinkering with stuff for a long time. you just have to dig in and try it....believe me, I've made plenty of mistakes!
Great build
for all the work you do, you should consider buy a home laser cutter. They are only about 10-20k
you're a machine man.. wish i had half your get up
I like this guy, he clearly doesn't watch much television.
brilliantly simple design..
Nice project bro ! You gave me an idea !
Great job, you did a lot with a little, impressive.
I think they only things that are new in that was the wire feed from the MIG welder and the spray paint. ;-)
thanks! The best way to help is to share the videos and get the word out! Plus the ad revenue is tiny, bit it helps me out a bit! ;-)
Very nice! I love the idea....
A job well done, as always!
go to surpluscenter website and search for item # 5-1683. A link to the timer is in the description of the video. Thanks!
Do you farm full time or is this just a hobby for you? I don't know how I could free up enough time to do what you do.
yup. Been there, done that....many times.
excellent video, you may want to link this to your extruder video and to your article on the reprap wiki, thanks again
awesome job there!!!! the best so far i have seen...... Im interested in the relay timer, where to get it?
Such a handy man I guessed! Awesome and thanks. happy Easter day
a masterpiece...thanks for sharing the idea.
Love it! Fantastic! Keep the how to videos coming. Thanks for sharing.
I must respectfully disagree with your "always wear gloves" recommendation. It has always been my policy to NEVER wear gloves with any tool that rotates (table saws, angle grinders, lathes, etc) because it is far better to cut or even lose a finger than to get a glove caught and lose your whole hand.
Just my two bits - I love this video... hell, I love all of your videos. What is your electronics background, if you don't mind me asking?
Interesting and inspiring as usual. Keep up the good work.
Brilliant! Fun to watch. You're amazing!
Thank you for your work .
did you check for heavy metal level of the food coming off that thing....
Love it. you're very handy..... Hey ever considered making a couple for retail. I would buy it like yesterday. put it on ebay. If you can make another, I would buy one.what would you sell one for ????
They're commercially available. Search for Pond Feeder. ;-)
this is pure genius
amazing, thanks for sharing!
how are the beds doing?
Very nice I'm Fabricator u did good!
That is great!!
Look a similar one I made in Brazil:
i wish there was a way to be able to program a home made automatic fish feeder to feed at a certain time
i will never use any of this information, but you are just so god damn interesting
Every video this guy does makes want to starting building stuff.
The knowledge he has however makes feel like a massive rookie
Very nice video, that is a brilliant contraption :)
Great job on your inventiveness!! I love your videos and they have inspired me to build my own system! Keep it up!!!!
I looked at a few surplus sites looking for a similar motor as the one you used, alas with no success. What is your source for the geared motor you use? Is there a web site?
where i can fine the tools like that?
i wanna try to make it. but i don't know the circuit of the programs. is there information that i can know more?
Clever set up.
ya sorry I felt like a donkey after I posted that but plants love a little H2O2 on the roots if you see them getting yellow or that a little goes a long way and if you need to air rate the water if your pumps break down and that H2O2 about a cup or more will keep the fish alive for 24 hours... The photo-Fenton reaction and it helps keep the system clean with little work like always great videos....
it was awesome!! great tutorial dude
Incredible
Nice work and thanks for the info.
You sir are my hero!
love it, skillful aquaculturist..
I have access to a laser cutter. They really can't cut steel...mostly good for paper and plastics. ;-)
Good idea, nice work and also very well documented. I like it! lol
Could you post specs on the 12 Volts Gear motor and the controller? Thanks again.
WOW! Great work!
Really cool!
I must say your one sharp tool in that tool shed, other words great job. You may want to put some 3% hydrogen peroxide about 1/2 cup full in your fish tank to the algue level down. Your fish could get sick. don't mean to step on your toes or any thing love your vids peace out..
Awesome skills great work !!
great..can you teach me how to make the alert lamp..huhu..the wiring system i could not understand how you made...
GREAT JOB MAN! RESPECT!
where did you get that huge fish tank?
Incredible, can I call you professor?
The tools to make it will cost more than the feeder. Anyway good job on the feeder.
Nice work
you are kind to help others. god bless you. now i need to convince my husband he can do it for me. honey do list
Already did.....when they went on sale! ;-)
handy man ,how you know everything about this ?
12vdc (twelve volts direct current)
Can you tell me configuration of the motor? I could not understand very well the pronouce? 12cv?
Again - great ob (in spite of yor critics) thank you.