IWS 12 Pot Flood & Drain System UK | Complete Hydroponic Grow System with Tank

💧 Flood & Drain System Guide & Product Information

🌱 Ideal for Medium Grow Setups

The IWS 12 Pot Flood & Drain System is designed for growers who want a scalable, automated hydroponic setup without jumping straight into large commercial systems. It offers a perfect balance between control, efficiency, and plant numbers, making it ideal for grow tents and medium-sized indoor grow rooms. If you’re new to hydroponic systems, read our introduction to hydroponics.

• ✔ Ideal for medium indoor growing spaces
• ✔ Consistent feeding across all plants
• ✔ Reduces manual watering and daily maintenance

⚙️ How Flood & Drain Works

Flood and drain systems work by periodically filling each pot with nutrient solution and then draining it away. This process delivers nutrients directly to the roots while pulling fresh oxygen into the root zone, helping plants grow faster and healthier.

• ✔ Flood cycle delivers nutrients to roots
• ✔ Drain cycle increases oxygen levels
• ✔ Improves overall plant performance

🛠 System Design & Features

This system includes everything needed to run a reliable flood and drain setup. It uses a central reservoir and pump to distribute nutrient solution evenly across all pots, controlled by a timer for precise feeding schedules.

• ✔ Central tank with pump and control system
• ✔ 12 inner and outer pots with stands
• ✔ Pipework and fittings included
• ✔ Timer-controlled feeding cycles

📏 System Size & Layout

The 12 pot system is flexible and can be configured to fit different grow tent or room layouts. It allows growers to optimise spacing and plant positioning based on their setup.

• ✔ 12 plant sites for controlled growing
• ✔ Flexible layout for grow tents or rooms
• ✔ Expandable system design

🔧 How to Use

• ✔ Fill pots with clay pebbles or coco media
• ✔ Connect system to tank and pump
• ✔ Set feeding times using timer
• ✔ Monitor nutrient levels and pH regularly

For best results, use with nutrients and growing media.

🔗 Related Products & Setup Links

• ✔ Browse IWS systems and spares
• ✔ Use compatible water pumps
• ✔ Pair with tanks and reservoirs
• ✔ Use pipe fittings for expansion

🌿 Compatibility & Grow Setups

This system is ideal for growers looking to scale up from smaller setups while maintaining control and efficiency.

• ✔ Ideal for grow tents and medium rooms
• ✔ Suitable for hydroponic and mixed media growing
• ✔ Expandable into larger systems

❓ FAQ

What is included in the system?
It includes a tank, pump, timer unit, 12 pots, pipework, and fittings.

What growing media should I use?
Clay pebbles are ideal, but coco-based mixes can also be used.

Is the system automated?
Yes, feeding cycles are controlled using a timer.

Is this suitable for beginners?
It is best suited to growers with some experience or those upgrading from smaller systems.