

Our Hydroponic Channel is a high-performance growing channel designed for commercial hydroponic cultivation, greenhouse vegetable production, vertical farming, and indoor growing systems. Manufactured from food-grade PVC, this NFT Hydroponic Channel provides a practical solution for growing leafy vegetables without soil while supporting efficient water and nutrient management.
With a patented trapezoidal bottom design, the nutrient solution is concentrated in the center of the channel, helping improve water and fertilizer utilization. The removable cover also makes the hydroponic growing channel easy to inspect and clean while reducing light exposure inside the channel.
The channel is available in standard lengths of 2.9 m and 5.8 m, with customized lengths available for different commercial hydroponic projects.

The Hydroponic Channel is made from food-grade PVC that is environmentally friendly, heavy-metal free, and compliant with RoHS requirements.
The high-quality PVC material provides:
Good structural strength
UV resistance
Corrosion resistance
Easy cleaning
Long service life
The channel is designed for long-term use in greenhouse environments, with a service life of more than 10 years under suitable conditions.
The standard product is designed around a compact 100x50mm NFT Channel configuration, making it suitable for leafy vegetables and commercial NFT hydroponic applications.
The channel provides enough growing space for plant roots while maintaining an efficient nutrient solution flow path.
The product structure is also designed for convenient installation and daily crop management.
One of the key features of this NFT Hydroponic Channel is its specially designed trapezoidal bottom.
Unlike flat-bottom channels where water may spread across a wider area, the trapezoidal design guides nutrient solution toward the center of the channel.
This design helps:
Concentrate nutrient solution in the root zone
Reduce unnecessary water usage
Improve fertilizer utilization
Reduce stagnant water areas
Support efficient nutrient circulation
According to the product design, water, fertilizer, and energy savings can reach up to 80% compared with certain conventional channel designs, depending on system configuration and operating conditions.
The removable cover makes the hydroponic growing channel easier to manage.
Growers can open the cover to:
Inspect plant roots
Clean the inside of the channel
Remove root debris
Check nutrient solution flow
Perform routine maintenance
The cover also helps reduce light entering the channel, which can help limit algae growth inside the nutrient solution pathway.
The high-quality PVC construction provides excellent mechanical strength.
The channel is designed to resist deformation during normal installation and use, supporting reliable performance in commercial greenhouse environments.
Its rounded edges also provide a smoother and safer surface during installation and daily crop management.
| Product Name | Hydroponics NFT Channel System |
|---|---|
| Application | Agriculture Hydroponics |
| Usage | Vegetable Growing |
| Channel Size | 100x50mm |
| Actual Channel Depth | Approx. 55mm |
| Wall Thickness | 2.0mm |
| Standard Length | 2.9m / 5.8m |
| Customized Length | Available |
| Material | Food-Grade PVC |
| Certification | RoHS |
| Patent No. | ZL 2015 3 0540157.9 |
| Main Advantage | Water and Fertilizer Saving |
| Service Life | More than 10 years under suitable conditions |
The NFT Hydroponic Channel is particularly suitable for crops with relatively small root systems.
Lettuce is one of the most common crops grown in NFT systems. The channel provides a convenient environment for continuous nutrient solution circulation around the root zone.
The Hydroponic Channel can also be used for:
Spinach
Kale
Pakchoi
Arugula
Other leafy vegetables
Depending on the growing requirements, NFT channels can also be used for herbs such as basil, coriander, parsley, and similar crops.
A typical NFT Hydroponic System uses a reservoir, water pump, irrigation pipes, hydroponic channels, and drainage components.
The nutrient solution follows this cycle:
Nutrient Reservoir → Water Pump → Hydroponic Channel → Drainage → Reservoir
The water pump transports nutrient solution from the reservoir to the inlet of the NFT growing channel.
The nutrient solution flows along the bottom of the channel as a thin film, allowing plant roots to absorb water and nutrients.
At the same time, part of the root system remains exposed to air, providing access to oxygen.
After passing through the channel, the nutrient solution flows through the drainage outlet and returns to the reservoir.
This creates a recirculating hydroponic growing system.
To create a complete NFT hydroponic channel system, various accessories can be supplied.
The irrigation end cap is installed at the nutrient solution inlet to help connect the channel with the irrigation system.
The drainage end cap is used at the outlet of the channel to connect the NFT channel with the return drainage system.
The connector allows two NFT Hydroponic Channels to be joined together, making it possible to create longer growing rows.
These accessories simplify installation and allow the channel system to be adapted to different greenhouse layouts.
The A-type NFT system uses an angled vertical structure to arrange multiple hydroponic channels.
Advantages include:
Better use of vertical space
Higher planting density
Efficient use of greenhouse space
Suitable for small and medium-sized greenhouses
Suitable for indoor vertical farming
For indoor applications, LED grow lights can be added to provide supplemental lighting.
The horizontal configuration is one of the most common designs for commercial NFT hydroponics.
The channels are arranged in parallel rows, providing:
Good sunlight exposure
Good air circulation
Easy installation
Convenient harvesting
Lower labor requirements
This configuration is particularly suitable for large-scale greenhouse vegetable production.
For indoor farms, customized Hydroponic Channel Systems can be designed according to available space and crop requirements.
A complete indoor system may include:
NFT channels
Net pots
Irrigation pipes
Drainage pipes
Pipe fittings
Metal growing racks
LED grow lights
This allows the NFT growing channel to be integrated into controlled-environment agriculture projects.
The trapezoidal channel design directs nutrient solution toward the center, helping reduce unnecessary water accumulation and improve nutrient utilization.
The Hydroponic Channel eliminates the need for traditional agricultural soil.
This helps avoid problems related to:
Soil-borne diseases
Soil compaction
Soil quality
Continuous cropping
The channel is designed for convenient assembly and can be integrated into horizontal or vertical hydroponic structures.
Customized lengths also allow the product to adapt to different greenhouse dimensions.
The removable cover provides easy access to the inside of the channel.
This simplifies routine maintenance and helps growers keep the nutrient solution pathway clean.
Food-grade PVC provides good durability for long-term greenhouse use, with a designed service life of more than 10 years under suitable conditions.
The Hydroponic Channel can be used in a wide range of soilless farming applications.
Suitable for commercial greenhouse production of leafy vegetables and herbs.
The channel can be integrated into vertical structures to maximize growing space.
Customized NFT systems can be combined with LED grow lights and environmental control equipment for indoor cultivation.
The channel can also be integrated into suitable aquaponic systems where nutrient-rich water is circulated through the growing channels.
The system can be adapted for seedling cultivation depending on crop requirements and channel configuration.
Our Hydroponic Channel combines durable food-grade PVC construction with a practical NFT growing design.
Key benefits include:
Food-grade PVC material
RoHS compliant
UV-resistant construction
100x50mm compact design
2.0mm wall thickness
Patented trapezoidal bottom design
Removable cover
Easy installation and cleaning
2.9m, 5.8m, and customized lengths
More than 10 years of expected service life under suitable conditions
Suitable for commercial greenhouse and indoor hydroponic projects
From individual growing channels to complete commercial NFT Hydroponic Systems, the product can be configured according to greenhouse size, crop type, growing method, and production requirements.
A Hydroponic Channel is a growing trough used in soilless cultivation systems. In NFT hydroponics, nutrient solution flows through the channel and provides plants with water and nutrients.
The product is designed around a 100x50mm configuration, with an approximately 55mm channel depth and 2.0mm wall thickness. Standard lengths include 2.9m and 5.8m, while customized lengths are available.
The channel is manufactured from food-grade PVC and is designed to be environmentally friendly, heavy-metal free, and RoHS compliant.
The channel is designed for a service life of more than 10 years under suitable greenhouse operating conditions.
The channel is particularly suitable for leafy vegetables such as lettuce, spinach, kale, pakchoi, and arugula. It can also be used for suitable herbs and other small-root crops.
Yes. Customized channel lengths are available. Complete NFT systems can also be configured according to greenhouse layout and project requirements.
Yes. The channel can be installed in vertical A-type structures to increase planting density and make better use of available space.