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Old 07-05-2009, 09:32 PM
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Originally Posted by brainwav93 View Post
I've only read a little over 10% of this thread, but I noticed a lot of discussion of timers. I'd like to suggest PC-based control as a solution to this problem. something like this:
http://www.electronickits.com/kit/co...lec/ck1601.htm
Here is a great thread on automation and control which makes use of this device:
DIY Automatic hydro Grow
and a related thread I am attempting to get started:
Super Cheap DIY Computer Automation / Monitoring / Control
^ good info, though a usb controller and relays can be had for about 90-100$s total, someone has been using this for a hydroponic system already...

http://www.mp3car.com/vbulletin/fb-s...ed-events.html

using http://www.fusioncontrolcentre.com/F...products_id=62

and 25a relays for the system: http://www.fusioncontrolcentre.com/F...products_id=54 (can be found cheaper on google, working pic: http://www.fusioncontrolcentre.com/F...ages/relay.JPG )

theres another builder in Bulgaria with a controller, using 15amp relays, that seems to have an easier programming interface: http://www.denkovi.com/Catalog/USBRe...ription_en.htm
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