Self Watering Bird - BIG Version 100 ml
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🌿🦜💧 Self-Watering Bird BIG Edition!
Get ready, plant lovers — the legendary self-watering bird is back... and this time it's BIGGER, BOLDER, and THIRSTIER than ever!
🕊️ Meet the Kingfisher (again)
Still the same charming bird you love — but now with a majestic 100ml tank (instead of just 25ml)!
A little thicker, a little sturdier — this bird isn't going anywhere!
What's New:
✨ Massive 100ml water reservoir for longer hydration
✨ Redesigned float and chain system — longer, stronger, smoother
✨ New refill port at the neck (where the chain exits) — easier, faster, cleaner refilling
✨ Beak opening mechanism still included — the perfect low-water indicator 👀
🌧️ Whether you choose:
- FAST Drop (releases 100ml in 1–2 days) 🏎️
- SLOW Drop (gentle release over 2–5 days) 🐢
This bird has your plants covered — indoors, outdoors, rain or shine. 🌱🏡
🛠️ Perfect for:
- Bigger pots and thirstier plants 🌴
- Tropical beauties needing steady moisture 💦
- Forgetful gardeners and frequent travelers ✈️
Also check out The small Version (25 ml) for little plants.
https://makerworld.com/de/models/1349011
or the Owl Version (300 ml)
https://makerworld.com/de/models/1395946
Technical Overview – Self-Watering Bird
The magic of this print lies in its smart use of material properties and clever design:
🔽 Lower Section – Water Diffusion Membrane
The bottom part of the bird, printed in black PLA filament, acts as a semi-permeable membrane. It's recommended to use Basic or Matte Bambu Lab PLA, as these offer excellent micro-permeability.
At first, water flow is faster — but as the PLA becomes saturated, it slightly expands, closing micro-gaps and slowing down the water release significantly. This natural saturation curve helps regulate moisture delivery over 1–5 days, depending on the version.
The membrane area is printed with dynamic settings, using slightly thicker, imperfectly sealed extrusions. This allows for controlled diffusion of water through the fine gaps in the print layers — no electronics required!
☁️ Float & Beak Mechanism
The float is printed separately using a different profile and technique. It's watertight and contains a small air chamber, which gives it buoyancy.
As the bird empties:
- The beak opens slightly when the float drops, signaling low water (or dryness).
If it has rained or there's high humidity, surface tension keeps the beak closed until the bird dries again.
Assembly Steps:
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