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Based on the standard E3D V6 nozzle, this self-watering planter will help add a nice touch of green, while being on-theme for 3D printing enthusiasts.I designed the planter in two parts. The bottom section is used as a water basin to feed the plant without having to worry about frequent watering. The top section is for the soil and plant. It includes several small holes that serve two purposes: they help drain water so the soil doesn't get too saturated, and two of the holes will be used for self-watering “wick”.PrintingI printed using PLA on the Prusa i3 MK3 with a 0.4mm nozzle and 0.2mm layer height. The print will require supports, but very little at that and they are easy to remove afterwards.AssemblyThe assembly is pretty quick, since the two parts screw together.A) Fill the basin with water - I recommend only filling to the top “nozzle thread”.B) Insert the self-watering “wick” (typically a string cotton rope) through two of the holes, with enough length to reach the bottom o
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