Useful Resources

Here is a collection of links for further education as well as resources on where to get your stuff. I do not have any affiliation with any of these resources below. Neither do I benefit from any purchases that you might place. I am just listing them here for reference and because I had a good experience using these resources. The resources listed are in no particular order.

Uniseals
Uniseals are simple rubber inserts that help seal a pipe connection to just about any container. These are less costly alternatives to using bulkhead connectors.

Allied Aqua has these for really cheap besides other aquaponic supplies.
http://alliedaqua.com/uniseals-affordable-bulkhead-alternative.html

Hardware – General
One of my favorite stores for any conceivable hardware item needed is McMaster-Carr. They have over 500,000 items in stock and you get your parts fast. Additionally their website is super organized and list all important material properties thus supporting your material research questions as well. Check them out!
http://www.mcmaster.com

Aquaponics – General Supplies
The following are websites that I came across carrying supplies specifically for aquaponics systems.
http://www.alliedaqua.com
http://theaquaponicsource.com
http://www.aquaponicsusa.com/Aquaponics_USA_index.html

Electronic Gadgets for Controlling & Automating Things
https://www.sparkfun.com
http://www.adafruit.com
http://www.digikey.com
http://www.jameco.com
http://www.mouser.com

Arduino
https://www.arduino.cc