The U1K Wire Condo is an expandable modular bonsai wire caddy with many configurations and an ever evolving list of add-ons. The condo utilizes modules that consist of three slots, each slot holds a spool, each spool holds up to 1kg rolls of aluminum wire and/or Adams/McKinney, Bonsai By Fields or Natures Way copper Wire.
We suggest starting with a double base. The double base will hold up to six rolls of wire. A double base is two, three slot modules (ad-on Modules) bolted together for a total of six possible rolls of wire. The expandable spool cores fit most wire core openings of aluminum bonsai wire and will work on the above mentioned copper wire. The spools are individually loaded so you don't need to take the entire caddy apart to reload wire.
- Fits most aluminum and Adams/McKinney copper wire. - Futureproof - Additional expandable modules can be added in the future to meet your needs - Easy load/unload swappable spools - Sturdy Rubber Feet that protect surfaces from scratches - Wire Selection Wheel - Aluminum 1, 1.5, 2, 2.5, 3, 3.5, 4, 4.5, 5, 5.5 and Copper 20, 18, 16, 14, 12 and 10 - Multiple Size Expandable Cores Available To Fit Other Wire - Replaceable wire nozzles - Can be mounted to a counter top (Hardware Not Included) - Can be carried with a handle (optional) - Replaceable parts are available
More Details: A single module will hold three 100g - 1kg rolls of wire. Each spool is removable and can be loaded with a new roll of wire by simply twisting it apart. Each spool has a pressure core that can fit many sizes of wire. More core sizes are available for odd size wire. The core can be compressed and wire slipped over. The core will tighten (pushing outward) on the wire and hold it in place. Once reloaded, the spool can be screwed back together (by hand) and seated back into it's base module.
Each module can be bolted to the one next to it. Our standard starter size is two modules together which we call a double base. You can purchase add-on modules and connect together as many as you want to your specific needs.
The wire should be loaded with the wire coming from the back over top the spool and through the replaceable nozzle on the front.
One of the key benefits of the U1K Wire Condo Bonsai Wire Caddy is the removable spools. You can purchase extra spools separately and keep wire on them. You can have 9 spools and swap out in a single add-on module if you wanted. This will keep the cost down a bit and still give you full functionality. If you don't want to constantly swap spools, just get enough modules to meet your wire needs. This will also allow you to purchase a single base module then add more as your budget allows.
If you purchase a double base and an add-on module, you can fill it with nearly a full set of aluminum (sizes 1-5).
Our standard spools each fit wire rolls with a core opening of 5" - 5.5". These are ideal for copper wire. We have the next size down that will work with 4.5" - 5" wire cores. We also have 3", 3.5" and 4" - 4.5" cores available. Aluminum wire usually works best with with the 4.5" - 5". We tested Stone Lantern's, Kiku's, and a few others to help assure our standard spools will work for most wire. Other spool cores can be made to meet wire core sizes 3" - 4" and 5.5" - 6.5" if necessary. Weigerts aluminum will require a 3.5" core.
Late 2024 - Keep an eye out for The Wire Condo's upcoming upgrades. Possible optional items upcoming include a shohin turntable, side pockets, vertical stackers, tank mode and more.
Please Note: Most spools are black. If you purchase one of the other color bases, we may utilize colors that match your base or standard black.
