Hi 420 folks. Happy 420 btw. I have designed a very robust room controller using a readily available industrial control board. I originally set out to build a product that I could market as it was my goal to start a business in this industry.
I have never let a lack of education or capital stop me from dreaming big!
I did, through a bit of tinkering get this thing working quite well, although once I had my project completed , I came to the realization that it was a bit too much of a contraption to manufacture. I also ran into some programming hurdles that I couldn't get around.
I have been using one for over two years and the one I did sell is still in use as well in a limited capacity.
I would like to share my project with any interested do it yourselfers out there.
Here's what it has:
can control 8 outlets based on time, temp, humidity, or any one of 11 inputs.
Timer has 20 events for each output and can be momentary down to 1 second. Handles up to 8 temp sensors. Is programmed through a web interface, can be remotely managed and will send email alerts.
It is fairly easy to build and can be built for under 100.00. It does not require technical knowledge although it does require some electrical skills and a bit of common sense.
It's a bit quirky, the temps and humidity on mine are off by a few degrees. It can be a little tricky to program but it does sooooo much.
If there's some interest here, I will post a DIY and parts list.
I have never let a lack of education or capital stop me from dreaming big!
I did, through a bit of tinkering get this thing working quite well, although once I had my project completed , I came to the realization that it was a bit too much of a contraption to manufacture. I also ran into some programming hurdles that I couldn't get around.
I have been using one for over two years and the one I did sell is still in use as well in a limited capacity.
I would like to share my project with any interested do it yourselfers out there.
Here's what it has:
can control 8 outlets based on time, temp, humidity, or any one of 11 inputs.
Timer has 20 events for each output and can be momentary down to 1 second. Handles up to 8 temp sensors. Is programmed through a web interface, can be remotely managed and will send email alerts.
It is fairly easy to build and can be built for under 100.00. It does not require technical knowledge although it does require some electrical skills and a bit of common sense.
It's a bit quirky, the temps and humidity on mine are off by a few degrees. It can be a little tricky to program but it does sooooo much.
If there's some interest here, I will post a DIY and parts list.