Irrigation
Rainmachine allows for programable irrigation schedules that automatically vary based on actual weather conditions. Home assistant integration allows for visibility and control of each zone, as well as voice control.
Features
- Home Assistant Integration
- 8 zones (7 when using Master Valve)
- Cloud independent by design
- Weather aware smart Wi-Fi irrigation sprinkler controller
- Adjusts watering time based on weather
- Location based weather forecast (NOAA, MetNo, Wunderground and Netatmo)
- Freeze control & heat wave protection
- Onboard Rain Sensor connector
- WIFI: USB 802.11N, 2.4Ghz, US/Japan/EU
- AC Input: 24VAC, 50/60Hz, 750mA (adapter included)
- Model number: SPK2-8
Reference
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DIY Plant Monitoring
WANFEI Soil Tester
This plant monitor can monitor light, temperature, humidity and nutrient for your plants. Find your plants in the extensive database of more than 6,000 plants and save the daily growth record, in the IOS or Android app “Flower Care” or “Mi Home” via a Bluetooth connection.
Features
- 4 stainless steel EC sensors which can record soil nutrients and convert them into a precise data displayed in your phone to compare with database.
- Light/Temperature/Moisture sensor,
- Temperature detection accuracy up to 0.5 ℃/32.9 ℉.
- Bluetooth Connection to your smartphone
- “Flower Care” or “Mi Home” app for Android and IOS,
- Works with the CR2032 button cell battery
Soil Moisture Sensor
This analog capacitive soil moisture sensor measures soil moisture levels by capacitive sensing. It is made of a corrosion resistant material. Insert it into soil and obtain real-time soil moisture data
Features
- On-board voltage regulator which gives it an operating voltage range of 3.3 ~ 5.5V
- Compatible with 3-pin “Gravity” interface, which can be directly connected to the Gravity I/O expansion shield
- Integrated with Home Assistant via ESPHome and NodeMCU.
Gikfun Micro Submersible Mini Water Pump
Micro Submersible Mini Water Pump intended to automatically water indoor plans when triggered by the soil moisture sensor connected to Home Assistant. This has only been proven as an experimental lab pilot.
Features
- Rated voltage: DC3V or 4.5V,
- Tube size: 6mm ID x 8mm OD
- No load of water discharge capacity: 100L / H
- Load rated current: 0.18A
- Package Includes 4x Water Pump
- Integrated with Home Assistant via ESPHome and NodeMCU.