I wanted to start a thread for my reef pi build that documents the whole process and puts the process of building it in one thread. I will post the resources that I use in the build here with links to the parts and links to how to videos.
A very special thanks goes out @Ranjib and everyone who is actively participating in the reef pi thread, software development and prototyping.
https://www.reef2reef.com/threads/r...tank-controller-based-on-raspberry-pi.289256/
They are all quick to answer any questions and that makes it the best resource for all things Reef Pi. I will be posting there with any questions or issues I might have.
I will also be referring to some of that thread in this one as well.
I was quite overwhelmed going through @Ranjib 's build and prototyping thread. There is a ton of great info and builds in that thread but at over 300+ pages it's a bit cumbersome and some of the information is hard to find.
I thought that documenting my build might be a good way to consolidate some of that info into 1 thread.
"MY UP FRONT DISCLAIMER"
I have absolutely no background in doing these types of things and my electrical circuit building experience is limited to basic soldering skills (I know which end of the soldering iron not to hold). Also I have little to no experience with programing other than what I've been researching in my quest to get started with this build. So if I can do this successfully anyone can.
Hopefully this thread will be helpfull to anyone wanting to try.
This won't be an all inclusive build, but I do plan on incorporating most of the features and options that @Ranjib has included in his software.
For starters I want my Reef Pi to:
1 Monitor and control my tanks temperature through a temperature probe and electrical relays.
2 Monitor and control an ATO system.
3 Have the ability to control all electrical components of my tank. (skimmer, return pump, refugium and sump light etc..)
4 Have real time monitoring of said functions.
5 Be able to remotely access the reef pi with my smart phone, tablet or computer.
As the build goes forward I would also like to incorporate 2 part dosing with dc peristaltic pumps, dimmable t5 lighting, a ph monitor and DC wavemaker controls.
That's the beauty of this project... It's totally expandable!
First off here are links to the overview, parts lists and circuit construction of the modules.
OVERVIEW
https://learn.adafruit.com/reef-pi-installation-and-configuration
POWER CONTROLLER
https://learn.adafruit.com/reef-pi-power-controller
TEMPERATURE CONTROLLER
https://learn.adafruit.com/reef-pi-guide-3-temperature-controller
WATER LEVEL CONTROLLER
https://learn.adafruit.com/reef-pi-water-level-controller
LIGHTING CONTROLLER
https://reef-pi.github.io/build-guides/lighting/
As of now these are the modules that are available with complete parts lists and circuit building specs. The ph probe is in development now and when it's available I will add it.
You can find the Reef Pi software here.
https://github.com/reef-pi/reef-pi/releases
A very special thanks goes out @Ranjib and everyone who is actively participating in the reef pi thread, software development and prototyping.
https://www.reef2reef.com/threads/r...tank-controller-based-on-raspberry-pi.289256/
They are all quick to answer any questions and that makes it the best resource for all things Reef Pi. I will be posting there with any questions or issues I might have.
I will also be referring to some of that thread in this one as well.
I was quite overwhelmed going through @Ranjib 's build and prototyping thread. There is a ton of great info and builds in that thread but at over 300+ pages it's a bit cumbersome and some of the information is hard to find.
I thought that documenting my build might be a good way to consolidate some of that info into 1 thread.
"MY UP FRONT DISCLAIMER"
I have absolutely no background in doing these types of things and my electrical circuit building experience is limited to basic soldering skills (I know which end of the soldering iron not to hold). Also I have little to no experience with programing other than what I've been researching in my quest to get started with this build. So if I can do this successfully anyone can.
Hopefully this thread will be helpfull to anyone wanting to try.
This won't be an all inclusive build, but I do plan on incorporating most of the features and options that @Ranjib has included in his software.
For starters I want my Reef Pi to:
1 Monitor and control my tanks temperature through a temperature probe and electrical relays.
2 Monitor and control an ATO system.
3 Have the ability to control all electrical components of my tank. (skimmer, return pump, refugium and sump light etc..)
4 Have real time monitoring of said functions.
5 Be able to remotely access the reef pi with my smart phone, tablet or computer.
As the build goes forward I would also like to incorporate 2 part dosing with dc peristaltic pumps, dimmable t5 lighting, a ph monitor and DC wavemaker controls.
That's the beauty of this project... It's totally expandable!
First off here are links to the overview, parts lists and circuit construction of the modules.
OVERVIEW
https://learn.adafruit.com/reef-pi-installation-and-configuration
POWER CONTROLLER
https://learn.adafruit.com/reef-pi-power-controller
TEMPERATURE CONTROLLER
https://learn.adafruit.com/reef-pi-guide-3-temperature-controller
WATER LEVEL CONTROLLER
https://learn.adafruit.com/reef-pi-water-level-controller
LIGHTING CONTROLLER
https://reef-pi.github.io/build-guides/lighting/
As of now these are the modules that are available with complete parts lists and circuit building specs. The ph probe is in development now and when it's available I will add it.
You can find the Reef Pi software here.
https://github.com/reef-pi/reef-pi/releases
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