AutoPot AirBase

AutoPot AirBase | Happy Hydro Skip the drainage layer entirely The AutoPot AirBase is a rigid ABS plastic plate that drops into the bottom of your pot and replaces the perlite, clay pebble, or hydroton drainage layer. It saves setup time, eliminates the need to pH-balance pebbles, and makes cleanup between runs significantly faster. The center section pops out to accept an AirDome underneath for root zone aeration, but the AirBase works perfectly fine on its own. Free shipping on orders over $49 30-day returns on all orders Serving growers since 2006 Compare Pebble drainage layer vs. AirBase Pebble Layer Buy, rinse, and pH-balance clay pebbles or hydroton before each use Difficult to remove and clean between growing cycles Clay pebbles break down over time, shedding dust and losing structure Rebuying pebbles every few cycles adds up fast, especially across a multi-pot system AirBase Drop it in the pot and you're done. No rinsing, no pH work Pull it out, rinse, and reuse run after run Durable ABS plastic lasts for years across multiple grows One-time purchase that pays for itself after a single grow cycle Gallery AirBase installation walkthrough Features Why growers switch to AirBase Replaces Pebble Layer Instantly No more buying, rinsing, and pH-balancing clay pebbles or hydroton. Drop the AirBase in the pot and move straight to filling with substrate. AirDome Compatible The center section pops out so the AirDome seats directly underneath. Feed the airline through the notches on the AirBase underside and up the pot wall. Tough ABS Plastic Built to handle repeated use across multiple growing cycles. Rinse it off between runs and it's ready to go again. Two Shapes for Every System Square fits 2.2 and 3.9 gallon plastic pots (1Pot and easy2grow systems). Round fits 6.6 gallon XL pots and 3 or 5 gallon GeoPot fabric pots. Faster Cleanup At the end of a cycle, pull the AirBase out of the pot in one piece. No fishing out hundreds of loose pebbles from spent substrate. Not for XXL Systems AirBases are designed for pots up to 6.6 gallons. The 9 and 13 gallon XXL fabric pots do not use a drainage layer and have no AirBase equivalent. Specs AirBase specifications Square Fits 2.2g and 3.9g pots Round Fits 6.6g, 3g/5g fabric Square Size 7.75" x 7.75" Round Size 10" diameter Material ABS plastic AirDome Pop-out center Reusable Yes, rinse and reuse XXL Compatible No (9g/13g excluded) How to install the AirBase 1 Choose your shape Square for 2.2 and 3.9 gallon plastic pots (1Pot, easy2grow). Round for 6.6 gallon XL pots and 3 or 5 gallon GeoPot fabric pots. 2 Drop it in the pot Place the AirBase flat on your root control disc at the bottom of the pot. If using an AirDome, pop out the center section and seat the AirDome underneath first. 3 Fill with substrate Pour your blended substrate directly on top of the AirBase. No need for any pebble layer. The rigid plate keeps substrate from sitting directly in any water that pools at the bottom of the pot. 4 Reuse after harvest When the cycle ends, pull the AirBase out, rinse it clean, and drop it right back in for the next run. It lasts for years of repeated use. Tips Top 10 tips for AutoPot growers In the box Shapes, sizes, and pack options Square AirBase Fits: 2.2g and 3.9g plastic pots Systems: 1Pot, easy2grow Packs: 1, 2, 4, or 6 Round AirBase Fits: 6.6g XL, 3g/5g GeoPot Systems: XL, GeoPot Packs: 1, 2, 4, or 6 Not sure which shape? If your pot is square with a flat bottom, get Square. If your pot is round (XL plastic or GeoPot fabric), get Round. Call or email us: 716-217-0353 / help@happyhydro.com Pairs with: Add an AirDome Kit to pump oxygen into your root zone. The AirDome seats directly under the AirBase's pop-out center. Questions Frequently asked questions Do I need an AirBase, or can I just use pebbles? Pebbles still work. The AirBase just saves time by eliminating the buying, rinsing, pH-balancing, and cleanup steps. If you're growing one or two pots, pebbles are fine. If you're running four or more pots, the convenience adds up quickly. Do I have to use the AirDome with the AirBase? No. The AirBase works on its own as a drainage layer replacement. The pop-out center is there if you want to add an AirDome later, but it's completely optional. How many AirBases do I need for a 4-pot system? One per pot. A 4-pot system needs 4 AirBases. The 4-pack is the most convenient option for this setup. PRO system kits already include AirBases, so check whether yours came with them before ordering extras. Will the AirBase work in the 9 or 13 gallon XXL pots? No. AutoPot does not make AirBases for the XXL 9 and 13 gallon fabric pots. Those pots do not use a drainage layer in standard operation. Can I use a Round AirBase in a 3.9 gallon pot? No, the shapes are not interchangeable. Square AirBases are sized for the square 2.2 and 3.9 gallon pots. Round AirBases are sized for the round 6.6 gallon XL pots and the 3 and 5 gallon GeoPot fabric pots. The wrong shape will not sit flat. What if my AirBase arrives damaged or defective? If you receive a defective or damaged unit, email us a photo at help@happyhydro.com and we'll make it right immediately: replacement or refund, your call. For change-of-mind returns, we accept returns within 30 days for items in new, resalable condition. If you're not sure whether this product is right for your setup, call us first at 716-217-0353. We'd rather answer your questions before you order. Why should I buy this from Happy Hydro instead of somewhere else? Happy Hydro has been selling growing equipment since 2006. We've carried AutoPot for years because the systems work great and customers who buy them leave happy. Have questions before you order? Call 716-217-0353 or email help@happyhydro.com. We're easy to reach and happy to help! Questions? We're easy to reach. Happy Hydro has been serving growers since 2006. Call or email us before you order, after you order, or any time something comes up. When you're happy, we're happy. 716-217-0353 help@happyhydro.com