Design Tools
Free calculators that go beyond rules of thumb. No signup required.
Aquaponics System Designer
System DesignComplete system sizing: pump requirements with friction loss calculations, biofilter volume, stocking density, nitrogen balance, and grow bed sizing across media bed, DWC, and NFT methods.
Water Quality Parameter Reference
ReferenceInteractive species cards showing optimal ranges for every critical water parameter. Visual range bars with green/yellow/red zones, species-specific thresholds, and actionable guidance for when parameters are out of range.
Ammonia Toxicity Calculator
SafetyYour test kit measures Total Ammonia Nitrogen (TAN) — but only the un-ionized fraction is toxic. This tool calculates actual toxic ammonia from your pH and temperature, with risk gauges for 6 species.
Coming Soon
More engineering tools in development. Have a request? Let us know in the community.
Pipe Friction Loss Calculator
Plumbing design tool with pipe material selection, fitting library, and head loss calculations.
Electrical Load Calculator
Total watts for pumps, aerators, heaters, grow lights. Circuit sizing, breaker selection, and backup power planning.
System Cost Estimator
Input your design parameters, get a BOM estimate with links to recommended components and approximate costs.