Bird Shower / Bird Bath
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Description
This bird shower can be operated in two different ways. Both variants use the same basic construction but differ in how the water is distributed.
Shower Variants
Variant 1 – Hose with Small Holes
In this version, the hose is simply perforated multiple times with a small drill, creating several small water jets.
This variant is included in the basic print profile.
Features:
- very simple setup
- several small water jets
- can generate some splashing water
- well suited for outdoor areas
Depending on the borehole size and number, the spray pattern can change. It is worth experimenting a bit here.
Variant 2 – Printed Shower Head
For this variant, there is a separate print profile with a printed shower head.
Features:
- targeted water jet
- visually cleaner setup
- less splashing water
Long-term experience regarding potential clogging by dirt or lime scale is not yet available.
Important Installation Note
The upper connection that holds the shower only fits the hose opening in one orientation.
If the opening does not fit:
➡️ Simply rotate the upper part by 180°.
Care and Safety
Please ensure that the water is changed regularly. Especially on hot days, the water should ideally be renewed daily.
- The animals drink from it → do not add any additives to the water
- A second pot facilitates quick water changes
- Place small stones or pebbles in the dish to prevent insects from drowning
Materials Used
Flowerpot (Water Container)
IKEA NYPON Plant Pot – 24 cm
This pot serves as a water reservoir for the pump and is suitable for indoors and outdoors.
NYPON Plant Pot, indoor/outdoor, gray, 24 cm - IKEA Germany
Plate (Water Surface for Birds)
There are two possible variants:
Variant 1:
IKEA KALAS Plate
KALAS Plate, various colors - IKEA Germany
Variant 2:
Self-printed plate using the following model:
Round Plant Coaster – fully customizable (MakerWorld)
Round Plant Coaster – fully customizable – Free 3D Print Model – MakerWorld
Recommended setting: (StarHeight = 0 → no ribs)
Hose
Plastic Hose
- Inner Ø: 7 mm
- Outer Ø: 9 mm
Pump
Mini Water Pump
- Power: 3 W
- Flow Rate: approx. 200 L/h
License
You shall not share, sub-license, sell, rent, host, transfer, or distribute in any way the digital or 3D printed versions of this object, nor any other derivative work of this object in its digital or physical format (including - but not limited to - remixes of this object, and hosting on other digital platforms). The objects may not be used without permission in any way whatsoever in which you charge money, or collect fees.
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