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manohar5321
Disciple
A well described article. I think the forum needs a diy thread as there are many tinkerers here and plenty of knowledge regarding such projects. Thanks @rsaeon for this very nicely executed project.
There is actually a thread for such articles called the build log on the forum . This article can be moved to that place I guess .
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rsaeon
Patron
Thanks, it was fun building, documenting and figuring out the coding.
I have most of my incomplete projects in the build log section of the forum.
I’m from a time where the build log section is for in-progress or completed projects.
This is more of a guide, start to finish, with explanations and resources, all in a single post.
Basically, the difference is between “How I did this” vs “How you can do this”
Other guides in this section: https://techenclave.com/forums/reviews-and-guides.28/?prefix_id=49
I have most of my incomplete projects in the build log section of the forum.
I’m from a time where the build log section is for in-progress or completed projects.
This is more of a guide, start to finish, with explanations and resources, all in a single post.
Basically, the difference is between “How I did this” vs “How you can do this”
Other guides in this section: https://techenclave.com/forums/reviews-and-guides.28/?prefix_id=49
Heisen
Adept
Great project as always, I myself wanted to do this for a very long time. Good thing you went with non-contact sensor. I don't like anything touching my water. Hehe.
What software you used to create this?
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rsaeon
Patron
That's Node-RED, you can import the JSON into your install of Node-RED to replicate that flow.
It's pretty amazing, the tutorials on YouTube don't evne come close to what's possible with it.
Heisen
Adept
This is a crazy tool, I need to learn this immediately. I have only seen one video of it yet.
manohar5321
Disciple
Yeah I wanted to learn this too from a long time to use it to control zigbee devices. Thankfully we now have a member @rsaeon who knows it well
who can help usEmperor
Skilled
sorry if sound noob...
how if you disclose total cost here, so any one want it to for commercial production can contact you ...
how if you disclose total cost here, so any one want it to for commercial production can contact you ...
sabino
Recruit
I would also like to know the total cost in materials
rsaeon
Patron
Everything I post here (photos, code, ideas) are public domain, no copyright is claimed and no attribution is requested (I should make this part of my signature or profile). So anyone and everyone is welcome to rebuild this, or even turn it into a commercial product — I'd love to see that actually. Some day, I would probably make this into a product or a kit, but that's not anytime soon.
This is barely a prototype, there are so many refinements and modifications that can be done to make this a commercially viable product, I already have 5 different revisions in mind.
I put together some parts lists together for both devices with prices for only what is used. There are important notes to consider at the bottom of each one.
For the sensor:
| Part | Full Name | URL | Price with GST | Quantity | Total Cost |
| Enclosure | CIRCUITX PLASTIC ENCLOSURE - MEDIUM PEM03 | CircuitX Plastic Enclosure - Medium PEM03This is a medium size enclosure for all your project housing needs. Made from high quality plastic this enclosure is 10.3 cm x 7.5 cm x 3.0 cm in size. Perfect for housing medium sized PCBs and boards. It has a slit on each side, which can be used to get cables, connectors, etc, in and out of...  probots.co.in | 70.00 | 1 | 70 |
| Wi-Fi Module | WeMos ESP8266 D1 R2 V2.1.0 WiFi Development Board | 269.00 | 1 | 269 | |
| Ultrasonic Sensor | US-100 Ultrasonic Sensor Distance Measuring Module with Temperature Compensation | 199.00 | 1 | 199 | |
| Connector, PCB | 6 pin JST XH 2.5mm Side Entry Header | 8.35 | 1 | 8.35 | |
| Connector, PCB | 2 pin JST XH 2.5mm Side Entry Header | 2.78 | 1 | 2.78 | |
| Connector, Wire | 6 pin JST XH 2.5mm Housing | 4.18 | 1 | 4.18 | |
| Connector, Wire | 2 pin JST XH 2.5mm Housing | 1.48 | 1 | 1.48 | |
| Connector, Wire | 4 pin JST XH 2.5mm Housing | 2.79 | 1 | 2.79 | |
| Pins, Wire | Crimping Pins for JST XH 2.5mm | 0.84 | 2 | 1.68 | |
| Wire, Pre-crimped | 10cm JST XH 2.5mm Both side Pre-crimped white wire | 5.01 | 4 | 20.04 | |
| Cable Gland | Polyamide Cable Gland PG 7 | 5 | 2 | 10 | |
| Power Connector | Female DC Power adapter - 5.5x2.1mm plug to screw terminal | 34.81 | 1 | 34.81 | |
| Ferrule | Black 0.5 sq. mm Wire Ferrule | 1.77 | 2 | 3.54 | |
| POE Splitter | Paruht PoE Splitter Active 48V to 12V | 329 | 1 | 329 | |
| CCTV Cable | FEDUS 23AWG 3+1 Outdoor CCTV Cable 10M | 471 | 0.2 | 94.2 | |
| Junction Box | Square IP65 Junction Box for CCTV | 405 | 0.25 | 101.25 | |
| Total Cost | 1152.1 |
Notes:
- Most of the smaller items on that list have a minimum order quantity of 10.
- The POE splitter drops down to under 250 each if you buy a pack of 5.
- The junction boxes are much cheaper locally (about half price).
- M3 screws, 5mm spacers and self tapping screws are not listed.
- Consumables like solder, flux and assets like tools are not listed.
- POE cable, POE switch, Wi-Fi access point are not listed.
For the meter:
| Part | Full Name | URL | Price with GST | Quantity | Total Cost |
| PCB, Prototyping | 2 x 8 cm Universal PCB Prototype Board Double-Sided | 30 | 0.5 | 15 | |
| Connector, USB | USB A-type Plug Male PCB R/A Connector | 35 | 0.2 | 7 | |
| Header, Female | 2.54mm 1×40 Pin Female Single Row Header Strip | 199 | 0.05 | 9.95 | |
| Header, Male | 2.54mm 1×40 Pin Male Single Row Straight Long Header Strip | Buy 2.54mm 1x40 Pin Male Single Row Straight Long Header Strip (3 pcs.)Enhance your electronics with 2.54mm 1x40 Pin Male Single Row Straight Long Header Strip (3 pcs.). Perfect for DIY projects. Shop now for reliable connections!  robu.in | 157 | 0.03 | 4.71 |
| Voltage Regulator | AMS1117-3.3 LDO 800MA DC 5V to 3.3V Step-Down Power Supply Module | Buy AMS1117-3.3 LDO 800MA DC 5V to 3.3V Step-Down Power Supply ModuleGet stable power with our AMS1117-3.3 LDO 800MA DC 5V to 3.3V Step-Down Power Supply Module. Order now for reliable performance! robu.in | 23 | 1 | 23 |
| Wi-Fi Module | ESP-01 ESP8266 Serial WIFI Wireless Transceiver Module | Buy ESP-01 ESP8266 Serial WIFI Wireless Transceiver Module Online at Robu.inESP-01 ESP8266 Serial WIFI Wireless Transceiver Module - your key to IoT success! Experience fast, reliable wireless connectivity. Buy now! robu.in | 105 | 1 | 105 |
| LED Bar Module | SeeedStudio Grove LED Bar v2.0 | Buy SeedStudio Grove LED Light Bar V2 Online at Low Price | Robu.inBeing a Quality Driven Organization we strive to bring forth a vast variety of LED Displays. Buy NOW Grove LED Light Bar V2 Online at Best Price!! Happy Buying! robu.in | 449 | 1 | 449 |
| Total Cost | 613.66 |
Notes:
Yeah I wanted to learn this too from a long time to use it to control zigbee devices. Thankfully we now have a member @rsaeon who knows it well
It's the most impressive piece of software I've ever had the pleasure of working with.
However, most Node-RED forums where you can discuss and ask questions have purists that look down upon my usage of the function node.
The philosophy they hold is that a flow should not contain any lines of code, just nodes.
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bobbyprajan
Disciple
Impressive !! Thanks for sharing