SplitPot Mini

3D Printed Planter with Removable Water Reservoir

Tested on: Bambu A1 Mini

This planter is primarydesigned for use with mineral substrates (e.g., expanded clay, perlite) and features a removable water catch basin. The design allows for proper drainage while preventing water accumulation at the root zone.

Model Dimensions

Height: ~ 100 mm

Outer Diameter (Top): ~ 90 mm

Print Settings

Tested Material: ****** PLA Matte (Gray and White)

Flow Rate: 0.9791
 

Pressure Advance: 0.03

Nozzle Temperature: 195 °C
 

Bed Temperature: 60 °C (on textured PEI sheet)
 

Wall & Infill Settings

Layer Height: 0.16 mm

Wall Generator: Arachne

Minimum Solid Layers: 3 (for watertightness)

Note: When 3 Walls are used, there is no infill

Print Speeds

Outer Walls: 120 mm/s

Inner Walls: 150 mm/s

Infill: 180 mm/s

Print Time and Material Usage

Bottom Part :

Print Time: ~ 55 minutes

Filament: ~ 31 g (approx. 1.1 oz)

Top Part:

Print Time: ~ 2.5 hours

Filament: ~ 80 g (approx. 2.8 oz)

Notes

Ensure the base part is printed with 100% infill to guarantee watertight performance.

The planter and reservoir fit securely but can be separated easily for cleaning or draining if the Printer is accurate. 

Designed for indoor use with non-soil media, but can also be adapted for standard potting mix.

Avoid scaling the model if you want to retain the tollerances between top and base.