(Customizable) Automated Diverter Valve

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A fluid direction changer for print, suitable for diversion to various points. This design was conceived with aquaponics / hydroponics in mind but could be applied to numerous other situations. Customization is its key feature: Valve can be actuated manually or electronically. It comes with any desired outlet and inlet size plus number as well as tee junction capabilities to branch into a pipeline midstream. Work remains, however, prior testing has not occurred yet. Review the instruction section below for additional information. Instructions Important Adjustments Required: 1) Upgrade calculation to find the housing diameter based on the selected outlets' hole sizes and quantity 2) Include o-rings so leakage does not occur. See http://www.thingiverse.com/thing:225603 3) Consider the servo's limited angular range when using it (usually below 180 degrees) 4) Question whether an 'off' setting is even needed as there already is in between any two positions. Optimized Enhancements: 1) Implement gears? 2) Consider enhancing its printability further 3) Add a mounting plate for securing it to something 4) Spring-powered mechanism?