FAQ
NIDO ONE is a computer for the automation and management of soilless crops, it controls and automates all the parameters necessary for soilless plant cultivation (hydroponics, aeroponics, etc).
NIDO ONE is very quiet, less than 50dB.
Of course, you can connect the NIDO PLUGS to your system also at a later time, you can download the association procedure HERE.
NIDO ONE will continue to work according to the calendar you set. If the blackout is particularly long you may see gaps in the historical graphs, but the automatic growth will not be affected.
When electricity returns, NIDO ONE will automatically turn on and resume working with the calendar and settings you specified. Nothing will be lost.
NIDO guarantee covers the product from manufacturing defects for a period of 24 months. The pH probe being a “consumable” product has a 90-days warranty.
Yes, all user data is protected according to the latest privacy regulations and the NIDO encryption system with server abroad allows total protection on usage.
Yes, NIDO ONE continues to work even without the internet, but you can only control and manage it when it is connected to the internet.
Only the pH probe needs calibration (every 2 months) and replacement (about every 15 months). The procedure is simple and intuitive and takes a few minutes.
Use ONLY phosphoric acid below 20% concentration, NEVER introduce other types of acids in NIDO ONE.
Only liquid mineral nutrients can be used, the use of too dense fertilizers can cause obstructions in the internal hydraulic circuit making NIDO ONE unusable. Do not use organic fertilizers.
NIDO ONE can work on all closed-circuit hydroponic/aeroponic systems with a total quantity of nutrient solution ranging from a minimum of 10 liters to a maximum of 2500 liters.
Purchasing NIDO ONE includes the following parts:
You have to purchase the “Connector for tank” which is an optional not included with NIDO ONE.
NIDO ONE will not work properly and will not be able to bring the water to the preset values.
Yes, but you must correctly size the tank of the nutrient solution which must never lower than 30% per day.
Example: if you connect NIDO ONE to 1000 liters of water, the consumption for irrigation cannot exceed 300 liters / day.
It depends on the type of plant and the type of plants you grow. To get a clearer idea, you should talk to an agronomist or a hydroponic system builder.
It is recommended to clean NIDO ONE every time a cultivation is completed, especially to prevent the fertilizers from hardening in the internal pipes. Every time you finish a cultivation cycle, carry out the cleaning procedure from the “settings” menu —> device cleaning.
To control the FELIX via the NIDO APP, you need both NIDO GATE and NIDO ONE.
Use ONLY pH+ at very low concentrations (potassium hydroxide below 10%).
To install NIDO ONE you just need a drill to make the holes in the bulkheads in the tub and a nearby mains socket (max 5 meters distance as the crow flies).
We offer technical assistance on the product, we do not offer advice on plant cultivation.
The installation of NIDO ONE is very simple, you will find all the instructions inside the box or if you prefer, you can watch this 2-minute tutorial at this LINK.
The bottles integrated in NIDO ONE are designed for small and medium systems (Max 200 liters) for larger systems it is advisable to purchase the “connector for tank” for this LINK.
No, NIDO ONE works only with NIDO PLUG.
To associate a new NIDO PLUG to NIDO ONE you can follow the tutorial to this LINK.
N.B.: once the association procedure has been completed, it may take several minutes before seeing the NIDO PLUG on the NIDO APP.
The best solution is to use a mix of osmotic water and tap water, obtaining a starting EC of about 0.2-0.3.
If you need to install NIDO ONE in a place where you cannot get there with an internet connection, we recommend that you purchase the D-Link DWR-932 Access Point and purchase a SIM CARD with at least 400mb / month of data traffic.
NO, you can only connect NIDO ONE to the internet via a network cable, you could try to evaluate if the PowerLine TP-Link TL-PA4010 is right for you.
No, a NIDO ONE manages only one plant and one tank of nutrient solution.
Use ONLY phosphoric acid below 20% concentration, NEVER introduce other types of acids into NIDO ONE.
If you use phosphoric acid at high concentrations, NIDO ONE could lower the ph value too much, in case you have phosphoric acid higher than 20%, you can dilute it with tap water (DO NOT USE DISTILLED WATER) with these proportions:
for concentrations up to 30% → 1 part phosphoric acid, 2 parts water
for concentrations above 50% → 1 part of phosphoric acid, 4 parts of water
Slot A is green, slot B is yellow, slot C is red, and slot D is black.
Green = Fertilizer A
Yellow = Fertilizer B
Red = Fertilizer C
Black = pH- (Phosphoric acid below 20% concentration)
Green = Fertilizer A
Yellow = Fertilizer B
Red = Fertilizer C
Black = pH + (potassium hydroxide below 10% concentration)
Green = Fertilizer A
Yellow = Fertilizer B
Red = pH + (potassium hydroxide below 10% concentration)
Black = pH- (Phosphoric acid below 20% concentration)
To use NIDO ONE without drilling the tank, you must use an immersion pump for aquariums (see photo), then connect it to a NIDO PLUG configured as a “flow pump” in Settings → devices
NIDO INDUSTRIAL is an ultra-compact fertigation system for professional greenhouses. It automatically controls and adjusts water pH and EC, turning your storage tank into a stable, ready-to-use nutrient solution.
It supports reservoirs from 1,000 to 100,000 liters, depending on system configuration.
It works with hydroponic, aeroponic, and drip irrigation setups, in open or closed loops.
No. NIDO INDUSTRIAL works with a mixing tank, providing higher parameter stability and dosing accuracy than in-line systems.
Yes. It includes a T/H/VPD sensor (temperature, humidity, and vapor pressure deficit) with a range of up to 2 meters.
To automate temperature and humidity, connect devices via NIDO Plug.
You can control: extractors, humidifiers and dehumidifiers, heaters, irrigation systems, grow lights. Each NIDO Plug supports loads up to 2 kW.
With NIDO App: real-time pH, EC, temperature, humidity, VPD, and water temperature, with up to 7 days of history.
With NIDO Lab (subscription): unlimited historical data, period comparisons, Excel export, advanced user management, extended device configuration, and read-only API Key.
No. The API Keys available in NIDO Lab are read-only and used for data export and analysis only.
Yes, a stable connection is required for remote access.
You can use a SIM-card router (e.g. DWR-932) for easy and fast connectivity.
No. All automations keep running and data is stored locally. Only remote access is lost until the connection is restored.
pH sensor calibration: every 30–45 days; pH sensor replacement: every 12–15 months; EC sensor replacement: every 24 months
Over 50,000 liters of pumped solution per pump. After that, they can be easily serviced or replaced.
A submersible pump (1,500–3,000 L/h), a working internet connection, a standard ½-inch rubber hose. Installation is quick and doesn’t require special components.
For two practical reasons: the hose is bulky but cheap and easy to source locally; the pump size depends on your system and is widely available for €20–40. This way, you get the right parts without extra costs or unnecessary components.
CE, RoHS, and IP44 protection.
An all-in-one controller for fertigation and climate: it reads pH, EC, temperature, humidity and VPD and acts accordingly, with App and Web control.
From 10 L to 200 L with integrated bottles; from 200 L to 3,000 L with optional suction kit.
The mixing-tank allows corrections directly in the tank and ensures parameter stability.
Venturi/inline systems depend more on pressure and flow, which can result in inaccuracy. The choice depends on your goals and installation.
NIDO ONE V2 is an all-in-one digital fertigation system. It automates water control (pH and EC), climate (temperature and humidity) and greenhouse devices, transforming even small setups into connected systems managed via App and Web.
- Water: pH and EC monitoring and adjustment.
- Climate: temperature and humidity monitoring.
- Devices: with NIDO Plug you can manage extractors, humidifiers, dehumidifiers, heaters, irrigators and lights, up to 2 kW per unit.
Yes. NIDO ONE V2 connects directly to the water tank and is compatible with any existing or newly designed system.
No. It can be used in:
- soilless cultivation (hydroponics, aeroponics);
- soil-based cultivation.
Just connect it to the water tank to transform it into an automated fertigation system.
The limit depends on the flow rate and lifespan of the dosing pumps.
For larger installations, NIDO Industrial is recommended, designed for volumes up to 100,000 liters.
- NIDO ONE V2: designed for small and medium systems, excellent cost-effectiveness, ideal up to 3,000 L.
- NIDO Industrial: built for large professional greenhouses, with more robust components and higher capacity, ensuring maximum reliability in intensive use.
No. It works connected to a storage tank (mixing-tank). This method ensures more stable parameters and greater precision compared to inline systems.
Yes. It includes a proximity T/H/VPD sensor (within approx. 2 m).
To automate climate response (ventilation, heating, humidity), additional NIDO Plug modules are required.
- In NIDO App: real-time values of pH, EC, temperature, humidity, VPD, water temperature, with up to 7 days of history.
- In NIDO Lab (subscription): unlimited history, period comparisons, Excel export, advanced user management, extended configurations, read-only API Key.
No. NIDO Lab API Keys are read-only: they are for consulting data, not for changing configurations.
Automations remain active and data is saved locally. Only remote control is lost until the connection is restored.
- pH probe calibration: every 30–45 days.
- pH probe replacement: approx. every 12–15 months.
- EC probe replacement: approx. every 24 months.
They have an average lifespan of over 200 liters of pumped fertilizer. After that, they can be serviced or replaced easily.
- Standard installation: drill and internet connection.
- To automate devices: additional NIDO Plug modules.
- For systems >200 L: suction kit, which connects fertilizers and adjusters directly to external tanks.
NIDO ONE V2 is covered by a 2-year warranty.
It is CE and RoHS certified and has IP44 protection.
An electronic device that automates dosing of fertilizers and pH correctors into irrigation water. It monitors pH, EC and temperature in real time and adjusts according to a target recipe. NIDO PRO produces two models: NIDO ONE V2 for small to medium systems and NIDO Industrial for large commercial greenhouses.
All liquid mineral fertilizers are compatible. pH minus: phosphoric acid. pH plus: potassium hydroxide. Four configurable slots: A+B+C+pH- or A+B+pH++pH-.
Yes. Automations continue and data is saved locally. Only remote access is unavailable until the connection is restored.