The Smart Hydroponics Kit is a micro:bit powered automated system for growing real plants and vegetables in the classroom. Equipped with a variety of sensors and robotic devices, the Hydroponics system is capable of regulating water levels, light cycles, and testing for pH levels. The plug & play robotic components make it easy to customize the growing system to suit your needs. Plus, with a little code, the possibilities of the growing setup are endless.
Teach plant automation through coding, real-time data collection, hands-on projects, and pathways to careers in smart agriculture.
Collect data and automate systems for smart plant care
Experiment with variables and growing techniques
Explore careers in agriculture and build industry skills
Smart Hydroponics Kit Features:
- Control an LED grow light by programming the brightness and on/off light cycles
- Measure and log pH levels of the water
- Monitor water levels with a Float Sensor
- Use a Water Pump to refill the water reservoir or cycle water within the tank
- Recommended Ages: 8-18
- Content Included: Projects, Tutorials, Starter Code
- V2 micro:bit required (sold separately)
Kit Contents
- Main Hydroponics Unit (tank, cover, support posts, plant support rods)
- Plant Pods (grow sponges, sponge holder, domes)
- Light Bar and Light Mounting Brackets
- Breakout Board (w/ micro:bit edge connector & rechargeable battery)
- pH Sensor module & input probe
- Float Sensor module & input float
- Light Controller module
- Peristaltic Water Pump & Tubing
- Base Plate
- Silicone strap
- Various washers, screws, and bolts
- Power Cord
- pH Buffer x 3
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