This package is the basic aquarium controller kit in a DIY PCB format for greatest savings. There are 5 connectors and a 4-pin header that you will need to solder to the controller board.
You can download the 3D case files to print them.
The controller has a fully isolated pH circuit built in, simply plug in any pH probe with a BNC connector and you're ready to accurately monitor your pH, probe is not included.
Package Includes
- Controller PCB circuit board
- Controller faceplate
- 5 pluggable screw terminal connectors
Parts Required
- 12v - 24v DC power supply (2 amps or more)
If you want to monitor pH you need a probe - EXAMPLE
Controller Details
Here are the main features of the controller.
- Fully isolated pH circuit for accurate and stable readings
- 2 independent DS18B20 1-wire temperature ports
- Automatic fish feeder port
- I2C Port for expansions
- 2 hardware-based backup ports for Power Bar 1, Outlet 1 and 2
- Real Time Clock with battery backup
In addition to this the controller has a variety of 36 ports that can be used with Robo-Tank extensions or on your own project.
- Power Bar 1 DB9 Port - 8 Inputs / Outputs + Ground + optional +5v or +12v
- Power Bar 2 DB9 Port - 8 Inputs / Outputs + Ground + optional +5v or +12v
- Sensors RJ45 Port - 6 Inputs / Outputs + Ground + 5v
- DC Ports RJ45 Port - 7, 0-5v PWM Signals + Ground
- LED Ports RJ45 Port - 7, 0-5v PWM Signals + Ground
Hardware Features
- 12v - 24v DC Input
- Highly efficient 5v regulator to power the Raspberry Pi and controller
- Extra filtering for low ripple on power rails
- Highly efficient reverse polarity protection
- Short circuit protection
- External over current protection
- Resettable fuse on 5v rail
- 3.3v - 5v converter for I2C bus
- 16 channel 12-bit PWM controller
- CR1220 battery backup for real time clock
Reef-pi Basic Aquarium Controller - DIY Kit
- Product Code: DIYBasicV3Ra
- Availability: In Stock
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