Industrial Dust Monitor Kit
Industrial Dust Monitor Kit: Portenta-Powered Air Quality Anomaly Detection with Instant LTE 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.
This kit equips you to build a rugged, solar-powered air quality monitor that classifies dust and gas anomalies using a TensorFlow Lite model running on the Portenta H7’s M7 core, then transmits only critical alerts via Cat.M1 LTE to your cloud dashboard. Designed for factory floors and industrial zones, it continuously tracks PM1.0/PM2.5/PM10, CO₂, temperature, and humidity, using edge AI to filter out normal fluctuations and send alerts only when genuine anomalies arise. It’s a proactive safety solution that avoids data overload and cellular costs.
What You'll Build
A weatherproof monitoring node that processes sensor data locally on a dual-core microcontroller, runs anomaly detection in real time, and logs everything to microSD for offline audit. Alerts—stamped with precise RTC time and location from the GNSS shield—arrive instantly on your MQTT cloud endpoint, enabling maintenance teams to act before airborne hazards escalate. The system is powered by a solar panel and 18650 cells, backed by a buck converter for stable 5V supply.
What You'll Learn
- Deploying TensorFlow Lite models on Arduino Portenta’s dual-core M7/M4 architecture for real-time inference
- Integrating LTE Cat.M1 communication for low-power, event-driven alerting to any MQTT broker
- Interfacing industrial-grade sensors (PMS5003, MH-Z19B) over UART, I2C, and managing sensor calibration
- Designing a solar-powered embedded system with battery management, buck regulation, and noise filtering on custom PCBs
Kit Contents
| Component | Quantity |
|---|---|
| Arduino Portenta H7 | x1 |
| Portenta Cat.M1 GNSS Shield | x1 |
| PMS5003 Particle Sensor | x1 |
| MH-Z19B CO2 | x1 |
| DHT22 | x1 |
| DS3231 RTC | x1 |
| MicroSD Module | x1 |
| LM2596 Buck Converter | x1 |
| Solar Panel 6V 2W | x1 |
| 18650 Cell | x2 |
| TP4056 Module | x1 |
| 100nF Caps | x15 |
| PCB Prototype Board | x3 |
| Waterproof Enclosure | x1 |
| Soldering Iron | x1 |
| Solder Wire | 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
Engineers and graduate students tackling industrial IoT challenges — especially B.Tech ECE/EEE final year projects, Smart India Hackathon teams building factory safety prototypes, and professionals implementing Industry 4.0 monitoring solutions. The kit’s modular design also suits M.Tech embedded systems coursework and ATL Tinkering Lab mentors developing advanced demo units.
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?
Open the AI companion from the QR code — it knows every connection, library, and model file. For hands-on help, our WhatsApp support responds within hours, often with real-time debugging.
Does this kit require LTE connectivity from day one?
No, you can test sensor readings and model inference over serial USB without a SIM. LTE alerting activates once you insert an active Cat.M1 SIM and configure the MQTT endpoint.
Can I retrain the anomaly detection model with my own data?
Absolutely. The TFLite model is provided as a baseline; you can replace it with a custom model trained on your factory’s normal air patterns using the Portenta’s firmware APIs.
Is the enclosure suitable for dusty factory environments?
The included waterproof enclosure (IP65) shields against dust and water jets. For extremely fine conductive dust, we recommend adding a membrane vent and sealed cable glands, which the build guide discusses.
Factory Air — Portenta + Cat.M1 Shield + TFLite classifies air quality anomalies on M7. Sends only event alerts via LTE to cloud.
What's in this kit
- Arduino Portenta H7
- Portenta Cat.M1 GNSS Shield
- PMS5003 Particle Sensor
- MH-Z19B CO2
- DHT22
- DS3231 RTC
- MicroSD Module
- LM2596 Buck Converter
- Solar Panel 6V 2W
- 18650 Cell x2
- TP4056 Module
- 100nF Caps x15
- PCB Prototype Board x3
- Waterproof Enclosure
- 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.
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