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Vivosun 5 Gal DWC Hydroponic System - 8 Bucket Kit

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  • 60 L/min air pump output drives all 16 lines from a single 35W power source.
  • Dual 8-outlet manifolds provide independent aeration and nutrient drip for eight buckets.
  • External water level tubes with floating indicators allow for at-a-glance monitoring across all reservoirs.
  • 1-year limited warranty
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THROUGH THE Cultivator's LENS Hands-On Evaluation

  • You are scaling up to an eight-plant system because juggling individual air pumps and airlines has become a maintenance burden.
  • You are centralizing your reservoir management because you need to keep each plant on a unique nutrient program without losing space.

  • We like that the air regulator for the drip lines is separate from the main stones, so you can fine-tune your flow rates.
  • The 5-gallon black buckets handle light-blocking effectively, which keeps our reservoirs clear of algae growth.

  • Users who swapped to this kit say the single-pump setup cleared up their floor space and made daily inspections faster.
  • Growers report that the individual drip rings keep their root zones much healthier during the mid-flower stage.

Vivosun 5 Gal DWC Hydroponic System - 8 Bucket Kit

Scaling a hydroponic grow to eight plants usually means stacking multiple small pumps and running a maze of airlines that are hard to balance. The Vivosun 5 Gal DWC Hydroponic System 8 Bucket Kit runs eight independent, light-blocked 5-gallon reservoirs from a single 35W air pump. It delivers 60 L/min of adjustable output at under 40 dB, so you can grow up to eight plants, each on its own nutrient program, from one centralized air supply.

Air distribution is split into two dedicated manifolds. A 1-to-2 splitter sends pump output to two 8-outlet air diffusers. One feeds the eight air stones that oxygenate each reservoir, and the other drives the eight drip lines that lift nutrient solution up through each water inlet tube to its top-feed drip ring. An air regulator on the drip side lets you balance drip volume against aeration across the whole system, and 16 inline check valves prevent backflow toward the pump.

Each black, light-blocking bucket includes a lid with an 8″ net basket, a pack of clay pebbles, and an external water level tube with a floating red ball, so you can check all eight reservoirs at a glance. A 24 m roll of 1/4″ tubing gives you plenty of length to arrange the buckets in a grow room or large tent. The Vivosun 8 Bucket Kit is designed for indoor use and works best with seedlings or cuttings that have already started rooting.

Features

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8 Light-Blocked Buckets

Independent 5-gallon reservoirs let each of eight plants run its own nutrient program.

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35W 60 L/min Air Pump

One adjustable pump supplies all 16 air lines while running under 40 dB.

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Dual 8-Outlet Manifolds

A 1-to-2 splitter feeds separate diffusers for air stones and drip lines.

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Central Drip Air Regulator

Balance drip volume against aeration across all eight buckets from one point.

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DWC + Top Feed Drip

Oxygenated reservoir below, recirculating drip ring above, in every bucket.

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16 Inline Check Valves

Every air line is protected against nutrient solution flowing back to the pump.

What's Included

  • 8x Light-Blocked 5-Gallon Grow Bucket
  • 8x Lid with 8″ Net Basket
  • 8x Clay Pebbles Pack
  • 1x Air Pump (35W)
  • 1x 1-to-2 Air Splitter
  • 2x 8-Outlet Air Diffuser
  • 2x Clamping Collet
  • 1x Rubber Connecting Pipe
  • 1x Black Tubing, 1/4″ (6 mm), 24 m
  • 8x Air Stone
  • 16x Inline Check Valve
  • 8x Drip Irrigation Ring (3/8″)
  • 8x Water Inlet Tube
  • 8x Water Level Tube
  • 8x Red Floating Ball
  • 8x Buckle
  • 32x Sealing Ring
  • 1x Instruction Booklet

Specifications

Specification Value
System Type Deep Water Culture (DWC) with top feed drip ring
Plant Sites 8 (independent buckets)
Bucket Capacity 5 gallons each, black, light-blocked
Bucket Dimensions Ø30 × 38 cm (11.8″ × 15″)
Net Basket 8″, black
Air Pump Output 60 L/min, adjustable
Power Input 35W max, 120V/60Hz
Plug Type NEMA 1-15P
Noise Level <40 dB
Air Distribution 1-to-2 splitter feeding two 8-outlet diffusers (air stones + drip lines)
Tubing 1/4″ (6 mm) black tubing, 24 m
Water Level Indicator External tube with floating red ball
Initial Fill Level Approx. 24 cm (9.5″)
Operating Temperature 10–40°C (50–104°F)
Storage Temperature −10–50°C (14–122°F)
Intended Use Indoor only

Warranty

The Vivosun 5 Gal DWC Hydroponic System - 8 Bucket Kit is covered by a 1-year limited manufacturer warranty from the original date of purchase.

Frequently Asked Questions

How does one pump supply all eight buckets? +

The pump connects to a 1-to-2 splitter that feeds two 8-outlet air diffusers. One diffuser sends a line to each bucket's air stone for aeration. The other sends a line to each bucket's water inlet tube, where rising air lifts nutrient solution to the drip ring.

How do I install the check valves? +

After connecting all 16 air tubes to the two diffusers, cut each tube near its diffuser and insert an inline check valve. Follow the airflow arrow on each valve so air flows from the pump toward the bucket. The valves prevent solution from flowing back into the lines.

How do I balance drip flow and aeration? +

Use the air regulator on the line feeding the drip-irrigation diffuser to control how much air goes to the drip lines relative to the air stones. You can also adjust the pump's overall output for more spray volume and more oxygenation throughout the system.

How much water goes in each bucket? +

With the power off, fill each bucket with clean water or a low-concentration nutrient solution to about 24 cm (9.5″), approximately the lower part of the basket. Each bucket's floating red ball shows when its level drops.

Should the air pump stay on around the clock? +

Yes. Vivosun recommends keeping the pump on continuously, because both drip irrigation and reservoir oxygenation stop in all eight buckets when it's off.

Why does a drip ring spray in bursts or stop? +

Intermittent spraying is normal for this air-driven drip design. If a ring stops flowing, move the clay pebbles aside to check that its outlet isn't blocked, then cover the ring again. Once the pebbles are fully moistened, they create an even root environment.

What are the power requirements? +

The air pump draws up to 35W on 120V/60Hz power with a standard NEMA 1-15P plug. It's a customized pump, so Vivosun advises against replacing it with another brand's pump, and it should sit on a flat, dry surface away from water.

Can I use the 8 Bucket Kit outdoors? +

No. The system is designed for indoor use only. Avoid placing it near heat sources, in hot and humid environments, or anywhere below 4°C.

Can I transplant seeds or unrooted cuttings directly? +

The system is designed for seedlings and cuttings that have already started rooting. Root them first in a propagation setup, then place them in the net baskets so their roots sit below the drip ring.

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