arduino controller

[brandonmason]

So I have a friend who has been messing with these things and checked out a few youtube videos on builds of aquarium controllers via arduino. I was wondering if the code was right what types of probes are reliable and recommended for such a build as I am gauging interest in this build. So the sensors I am looking into are PH, Temp, water level. Also have any of you heard of any calcium or salinity sensors that might be recommended for this build?

 

[circlek]

If you decide to build your own, check out Atlas Scientific for your sensors. All circuitry to interface with the probe is included, just put it on your breadboard/shield and start programming.

https://www.atlas-scientific.com/embedded.html">https://www.atlas-scientific.com/embedded.html</a>

Karl

 

[rodasphoto]

Check out reefangel.com it's an arduino based controller. A worst you can get ideas on how to build yours.

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[ksicard]

google the word jarduino and click the link with the user manual for it.

It's by far my favorite arduino build, I just finished mine and love it.

The manual tells you all the components you need as well as instructions on setting it up and uploading the programming and how to wire all the bells and whistles. Check it out, it's pretty snazzy and popular.

 

[brandonmason]

awesome... I checked out the reef angel... seems like a great unit... I wonder if there is any way to measure calcium accurately. Very reasonably priced as well. I was wanting to build one just for the education of knowing how everything works... Thanks for the links guys

 

[johniii]

There is not a calcium probe that is made for constant use that is affordable. There are calcium probes for spot use. That is check then remove from water. But they are pretty expensive as well.

Look up pinpoint marine calcium probe. Or search calcium probe.

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[brandonmason]

yeah the calcium probes are pricey but it would be awesome to have in the controller...

 

[johniii]

BrandonMason;870415 wrote: yeah the calcium probes are pricey but it would be awesome to have in the controller...

I haven't looked into it. But the probe should just generate a mV signal within a set range. Should be to bad to circuit and code. Similar to pH.

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[ripped tide]

BrandonMason;870415 wrote: yeah the calcium probes are pricey but it would be awesome to have in the controller...

Calcium probes are a good way to create a problem.

I was talking to the guys at Milwalkee instruments when we were at MACNA. We asked about calcium probes and why their company doesn't make them. The rep responded that they are too inconsistent and require very specific care and storage instructions. When a probe messes up because a hobbyist doesn't give proper care for the probe, they tend to blame the company, not themselves.

 

[brandonmason]

yeah same story I was getting in discussions with manufactures