Automated Snowfall Depth Gauge
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Automated Snowfall Depth Gauge Kit — ESP32 Ultrasonic Logger with Temperature Correction
Every part needed, pre-tested for compatibility, with an AI build companion trained on this exact project. Shipped from Bengaluru in 1-5 days.
Monitor snowfall accumulation remotely with a solar-powered gauge that logs depth hourly. Ideal for Himalayan research stations, avalanche forecasting, or winter ecology studies — no manual measurements in harsh conditions.
What You'll Build
A self-contained snow depth station: an HC-SR04 ultrasonic sensor mounted above the snow surface sends distance readings to an ESP32. A DS18B20 probe corrects the speed of sound for temperature, and a DS3231 RTC timestamps every measurement before logging to microSD. Solar panel + 18650 cells provide power, all housed in a weatherproof box.
What You'll Learn
- Ultrasonic distance sensing and temperature-compensated speed of sound calculations
- Real-time clock integration for accurate timestamped data logging
- Solar-powered battery management with TP4056 and LM2596 buck converter
- Designing weatherproof enclosures for long-term field deployment
Kit Contents
| Component | Quantity |
|---|---|
| ESP32 Dev Board | 1 |
| HC-SR04 | 1 |
| DS18B20 Waterproof | 1 |
| DS3231 RTC | 1 |
| MicroSD Module | 1 |
| LM2596 Buck Converter | 1 |
| 0.96in OLED | 1 |
| 18650 Cell | 2 |
| TP4056 Module | 1 |
| 100nF Caps | 10 |
| 4.7kΩ Resistors | 5 |
| PCB Prototype Board | 2 |
| Waterproof Enclosure | 1 |
| Solar Panel 6V 1W | 1 |
| Soldering Iron | 1 |
| Solder Wire | 1 |
HC-SR04 ultrasonic above snow surface logs snow depth every hour. Temperature corrects speed of sound.
What's in this kit
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.
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 1-5 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