Hydroponics Nutrient Monitor Pro Kit with Arduino Uno + Sensor
Hydroponics Nutrient Monitor Pro Kit — Track Worm Bin Moisture with Arduino & LED Alerts
Every part needed, pre-tested for compatibility, with an AI build companion trained on this exact project. Shipped from Bengaluru in 3-5 days.
Create a smart compost moisture indicator that reads two soil probes at once — lighting up green, yellow, or red LEDs to tell you exactly when your worm bin needs attention. Whether you're enriching plant nutrition through vermicompost or exploring how electronics meet agriculture, this kit translates real-world soil data into instant visual feedback.
What You'll Build
A dual-probe soil moisture monitor that gives you a traffic‑light display of your worm bin compost health. Insert the sensors into your castings and watch the LEDs show green for optimal moisture, yellow for approaching dryness, and red when things are too wet. The same circuit works with coco peat, rockwool, or any hydroponic medium — just calibrate the thresholds.
What You'll Learn
- Interfacing analog soil moisture sensors with an Arduino Uno R3
- Writing conditional code to map sensor readings into wet / optimal / dry LED states
- Breadboard prototyping, resistor selection, and circuit assembly for indicator lights
- Applying electronics to agriculture — monitoring composting moisture for healthier plant nutrition
Kit Contents
| Component | Quantity |
|---|---|
| Arduino Uno R3 | x1 |
| Soil Moisture Sensor | x2 |
| 5mm Red LED | x2 |
| 5mm Green LED | x2 |
| 5mm Yellow LED | x2 |
| 220Ω Resistors | x10 |
| 10kΩ Resistors | x5 |
| 400-pt Breadboard | x1 |
| M-M Wires | x20 |
| 9V Battery Snap | x1 |
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
Ideal for students from Class 6 upwards exploring sensor technology, CBSE Class 9–12 electronics and agriculture project work, ATL Tinkering Labs, and B.Tech ECE / Agri‑Tech enthusiasts. Perfect for IIT, NIT, VIT, or BITS hackathon teams tackling smart farming challenges under the Smart India Hackathon.
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 on the box to open the AI build companion — it walks you through every connection and code line. If you need a human, WhatsApp our support for a quick reply.
Can I use this kit to measure moisture in hydroponic growing media like coco peat or rockwool?
Yes. The sensors work with a wide range of substrates. You can adjust the LED threshold values in the Arduino IDE to match your specific medium’s moisture characteristics.
How do I know if the LEDs are showing the right moisture level for my worm bin?
The pre‑loaded code sets broad thresholds suitable for worm castings. Test your compost at a known “just right” moisture and tweak the trigger points using the IDE for a custom calibration.
Does this kit require any prior coding experience?
Not at all — the AI companion guides you through uploading ready‑made code. You can view and modify it to learn more, making it perfect for first‑time builders.
Hydroponics — Two soil probes measure moisture in worm bin compost. LED indicates wet, optimal or dry condition.
What's in this kit
- Arduino Uno R3
- Soil Moisture Sensor x2
- 5mm Red LED x2
- 5mm Green LED x2
- 5mm Yellow LED x2
- 220Ω Resistors x10
- 10kΩ Resistors x5
- 400-pt Breadboard
- M-M Wires x20
- 9V Battery Snap
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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