Plant Propagator
Introduction: Plant Propagator
Propagate those plants aesthetically. All it takes is some 3d printed parts and stock material you can get for cheap!
Materials:
* 3/16 x 36'' Stainless Steel Rod
* Oak 1/2" x 10" x 3.5 - I cut my piece from this stock
* PLA for 3d Printed Parts
* (12) 6x1/2 flat head wood screws
* (5) Glass Storage Tubes
You can use any size test tube you want just be sure to adjust the dimensions
Step 1: Cut Oak Down to Size
* Using whatever tools you have at your disposal cut the oak at 9'' with a 15° taper.
* Mark out the centers of the circles. Everything is evenly spaced by 1.5"
Step 2: Drill Pilot Holes
After marking out the center of your holes drill pilot holes to make sure that you drill bit wont wander when drilling out the holes
Step 3: Drill Out the Test Tube Holes
Using a 22 mm or 7/8 spade bit.
Then sand and finish the wood
Step 4: Making the Legs
First, you need to cut your rod down to three 12" sections
Step 5: Bending the Legs
Mark the center of the rods
Then using extra stock for leverage and a 7/8 socket bend the steel, taking care to ensure the center is aligned.
Step 6: Print and Paint Parts
Print the files attached to this project and paint them whatever color you wish.
the tube tops should just snap on, but they can be crazy glued for extra security!
Step 7: Final Assembly
Secure Brackets the bottom of the wood, make sure to make pilot holes so the oak doesn't split.
Insert the back leg fully into the bracket using some superglue to secure it.
Step 8: Leveling
With the back leg fully secured you need to work fast when securing the front legs. It is designed to lean slightly backward for security but you will need to make sure it is level on the horizon.
Using a level place the front legs in the brackets with glue and adjust as fast as possible to ensure it's level before the glue sets.
Step 9: Enjoy
Place the tubes in the holes and enjoy! 959