Automated Chicken Coop Door Kit with Arduino Uno + Stepper Motor
Automated Chicken Coop Door Kit with Arduino Uno & Stepper Motor – Let Sunrise and Sunset Run Your Coop
Every part needed, pre-tested for compatibility, with an AI build companion trained on this exact project. Shipped from Bengaluru in 3-5 days.
Imagine your flock waking up to an open door at first light, then tucking in safely after dusk — without you ever touching a latch. This kit lets you build a fully automatic chicken coop door that senses real ambient light with a BH1750 sensor, cross-checks time with a DS3231 RTC, and drives a NEMA 17 stepper motor via A4988 controller to slide the door open or closed exactly when needed. No apps, no cloud, no daily intervention. Just reliable, predictable automation built by your own hands.
What You'll Build
You will assemble, wire, and program a self-contained door controller that mounts beside your coop. The 0.96-inch OLED displays current light levels and next action time. At sunrise, when the BH1750 light value crosses the threshold, the stepper rotates to lift the door open, and the RTC prevents false triggers from car headlights. At sunset, the reverse action gently lowers the door. You’ll leave with a weather-aware, battery-backed door system that runs on 12V and can adapt to seasonal daylight changes with simple code tweaks.
What You'll Learn
- Reading precise lux values from a BH1750 digital light sensor over I2C
- Keeping accurate time and setting alarms with a DS3231 RTC module
- Controlling a NEMA 17 stepper motor via A4988 driver — microstepping, direction, and speed
- Writing decision logic in Arduino C that blends sensor data and time triggers
Kit Contents
| Component | Quantity |
|---|---|
| Arduino Uno R3 | 1 |
| BH1750 digital light sensor module | 1 |
| DS3231 RTC module (with battery) | 1 |
| NEMA 17 stepper motor | 1 |
| A4988 stepper motor driver | 1 |
| 0.96-inch OLED display (I2C) | 1 |
| 100nF ceramic capacitors | 5 |
| 12V 1A power supply unit | 1 |
| 400-point breadboard | 1 |
| Male-male jumper wires | 20 |
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 kit is made for CBSE Class 11-12 students tackling IoT or agriculture automation projects, B.Tech ECE/EEE second-year learners building sensor-driven prototypes, and ATL Tinkering Lab mentors needing a dependable poultry automation demo. It also fits Smart India Hackathon teams working on livestock management solutions and IIT/NIT/VIT/BITS hobbyists who keep backyard chickens and want a maker-grade upgrade to a manual door.
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 for the AI companion, which walks through wiring, code upload, and threshold tuning. You can also reach us on WhatsApp — we answer within hours, not days.
Does the door open exactly at sunrise, or can I set a fixed time?
The default code opens the door when the BH1750 reads a lux threshold you set (e.g., 20 lux), but the RTC lets you add absolute time limits — say, never open before 6 AM — to avoid accidental triggers.
Can I install this outdoors inside a coop?
The electronics need protection from rain and dust, but the sensor and OLED can be placed inside the coop enclosure. We recommend a small weatherproof box (not included) for the controller and motor driver.
How do I mount the stepper to my existing coop door?
The NEMA 17 can be attached to a linear rail or threaded rod to convert rotation into vertical door movement. The kit does not include mechanical mounting brackets, but common hardware-store parts work, and the AI companion suggests mounting ideas based on door type.
BH1750 sunrise/sunset triggers stepper to open and close coop door automatically each day.
What's in this kit
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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