Self-Watering Bottle Cork 3D model preview
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A 3D printable cork for a used wine bottle filled with water to act as a self-watering system for indoor plants. There are two different sizes corks included, both designed with a small hole calibrated to release water over a period of 3 to 5 days. The corks can be easily 3D printed, without any support, on a modern inexpensive 3D Printer. They can be printed with a variety of materials, including PLA, PETG, ABS and many other types of printable materials. PLA works very well for this application. It is easy to print. The object(s) should be durable, easy to maintain, and last for a long time. However, they should not be stored or kept at high temperature, exceeding ~55 C (~ 130 F). Should the object be left in a high temperature environment, such as a parked car in the summer, I strongly recommend using another heat tolerant material, such as PETG or ABS to prevent warping. *Note: The Black O-Rings shown in the pictures must be procured separately.