Blog #10 - The Final Push

RE: Blog #10 - The Final Push

ralphjy — Thu, 29 Oct 2020 21:01:26 GMT

I did a similar project a few years ago and used a similar solenoid valve from Adafruit that has 1/2" pipe fittings. The Sparkfun solenoid says that it is 3/4" but the spec and picture look like it is 1/2".

Here is the adapter that I used to connect the solenoid to the faucet - Gilmour Double Female Brass Swivel Connector Thread Size 1/2" NPT (F) to 3/4" NH (F) 805574-1001, https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B000FJZYR0/ref=ppx_yo_dt_b_search_asin_title?ie=UTF8&psc=1 .

If your unit is really 3/4", Amazon also has similar fittings in 3/4".

RE: Blog #10 - The Final Push

rati89 — Mon, 26 Oct 2020 15:14:33 GMT

The whole design looks quite nice in red. Really elegant.

I am interested, in how well your prototype will predict the weather and how it will work. A really interesting approach.

Another way, of how you could solve the problem, is like a colleague of mine. He uses the real time data of the forecasts to decide if he will adjust his blinds or protect his solar panels from bad weather.

But still, I like your idea! Also really cute dog pictures, which are always a plus [View:/resized-image/__size/16x16/__key/commentfiles/f7d226abd59f475c9d224a79e3f0ec07-d483952a-365d-4dce-95fd-6d22ecd8c4de/contentimage_5F00_1.png:16:16]

Wish you all the best!

Brew

RE: Blog #10 - The Final Push

jw0752 — Tue, 06 Oct 2020 17:28:03 GMT

Hi Dan,

Very nice looking build. Perhaps a couple hose clamps will help with the water problem. In a pinch you can even use a rubber band that has been wound around multiple times.

John

RE: Blog #10 - The Final Push

kunalkmodh — Tue, 06 Oct 2020 14:21:59 GMT

Good idea and work.