Beehive Swarm Detection & Monitor Kit with Arduino Uno + DHT22
Advanced Beehive Weight, Temperature, and Swarm Detection Monitor Kit with Arduino Uno + DHT22
Every part needed to build a complete beehive monitoring system that logs weight, internal hive temperature, humidity, and sound levels to an SD card, with swarm detection alerts. Pre-tested for compatibility, with an AI build companion trained on this exact project. Shipped from Bengaluru in 3-5 days.
For beekeepers and agritech researchers, sudden weight loss in a hive signals an impending swarm. This monitoring kit lets you build a data logger that tracks hive weight using a 20kg load cell and HX711, internal brood temperature via two DS18B20 probes, plus ambient humidity and sound levels. The system logs all data to a microSD card with precise timestamps from a DS3231 RTC, and displays live readings on a 0.96-inch OLED. When weight drops beyond a configurable threshold, the system alerts you to a potential swarm event-giving you time to act before losing the colony.
What You'll Build
A rugged, waterproof monitoring unit that bolts onto your hive's bottom board. It measures total hive weight continuously, records internal temperature with two probes placed in the brood nest, captures ambient humidity from the DHT22, and monitors sound amplitude via the MAX4466 electret mic. All data is written to a CSV file on the microSD card for later analysis in Excel or MATLAB, and the OLED shows current weight and alarm status.
What You'll Learn
- Calibrating an HX711 load cell for precise weight measurement
- Logging multi-sensor data to a microSD card with RTC timestamps
- Implementing threshold-based swarm detection using weight drop algorithms
- Integrating a waterproof OLED display for a field-ready user interface
Kit Contents
| Component | Quantity |
|---|---|
| Arduino Uno R3 | 1 |
| HX711 + 20kg Load Cell | 1 |
| DS18B20 Probe | 2 |
| DHT22 | 1 |
| MAX4466 Mic Amp | 1 |
| DS3231 RTC | 1 |
| MicroSD Module | 1 |
| 0.96in OLED | 1 |
| 4.7k? Resistors | 5 |
| 100nF Caps | 10 |
| PCB Prototype Board | 2 |
| Waterproof Enclosure | 1 |
| 9V Battery Snap | 1 |
| Soldering Iron | 1 |
| Solder Wire | 1 |
Why Buy This Kit Instead of Sourcing Parts Separately
| Factor | Sourcing Separately | Compoden Kit |
|---|---|---|
| Compatibility checks | You verify every part | Pre-tested as a system |
| Build support | Forums and scattered tutorials | AI companion trained on this exact project |
| Time to first working build | Days of debugging | Hours, with step-by-step guidance |
| Shipping coordination | Multiple sellers, multiple delays | One shipment from Bengaluru in 3-5 days |
Who This Kit Is For
This advanced kit suits final-year B.Tech ECE/EEE/Agri-Engineering students building capstone projects or participating in Smart India Hackathon. It is also ideal for agritech startups developing precision beekeeping solutions, research scholars at IIT/NIT/VIT/BITS working on Apis cerana indica monitoring, and experienced amateur beekeepers who want to instrument their apiaries with data-driven swarm prediction. If you are comfortable soldering and writing Arduino code, you will be able to adapt the system for multiple hives.
Built and Backed by Compoden
Every Compoden kit ships with an AI build companion trained on this exact project - accessible via a QR code on the box, with WhatsApp and email backup. We've spent 10 years building projects for makers, schools, and institutions across India. If a part fails because of a manufacturing defect, replace it free within 7 days.
What if I get stuck during the build?
Scan the QR code to talk to our AI companion trained specifically for this kit, or send a WhatsApp message to our Bengaluru support team. You'll get unstuck quickly.
Can this kit really detect swarming before it happens?
Yes, the system continuously logs hive weight, which typically drops sharply by 1-2 kg in the days before swarming. The code includes a configurable weight-loss threshold that triggers an alert on the OLED and can be extended to send SMS via an optional GSM module.
How do I waterproof the electronics for outdoor use?
The kit includes a waterproof enclosure with gland seals for cable entry. The DS18B20 probes are already waterproof. The DHT22 and MAX4466 should be mounted inside the enclosure with a small breathable vent to measure ambient conditions without direct rain exposure.
Will this work with a 9V battery?
The 9V battery snap powers the Arduino Uno for testing and short-term deployments. For continuous field use, we recommend powering the system from a 12V solar-charged lead-acid battery through the Arduino's barrel jack. The SD card logging draws minimal current in sleep modes if you extend the firmware.
Data Centre - HX711 weight, DS18B20 internal hive temp, humidity and sound level logged to SD. Detects swarm event by weight drop.
What's in this kit
- Arduino Uno R3
- HX711 + 20kg Load Cell
- DS18B20 Probe x2
- DHT22
- MAX4466 Mic Amp
- DS3231 RTC
- MicroSD Module
- 0.96in OLED
- 4.7k? Resistors x5
- 100nF Caps x10
- PCB Prototype Board x2
- Waterproof Enclosure
- 9V Battery Snap
- Soldering Iron
- Solder Wire
Choose your assembly option:
- Soldering Kit - 25W soldering iron, 60/40 solder wire, flux, and small perfboard for permanent assembly.
- Breadboard Combo - 800-point full-size breadboard with 65-piece jumper wire pack for solderless prototyping.
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Shipping Information
- Prepaid Orders: ₹75 for orders up to ₹999, FREE shipping above ₹999
- COD Orders: ₹125 shipping + ₹50 COD fee = ₹175 total
- Delivery Timeline: Dispatch in 1-2 days, delivery in 2-7 days depending on location
Returns & Warranty
- 7-Day Return: Manufacturing defects only (approval required)
- Warranty: 7 days from delivery
- Non-Returnable: Batteries, consumables, cut wires, clearance items