Integrated Pest Management Trap Network Kit with ESP32 + LoRa
Integrated Pest Management Trap Network Kit with ESP32 + LoRa — Automated Species-Level Counting for Precision Agriculture
Every part needed, pre-tested for compatibility, with an AI build companion trained on this exact project. Shipped from Bengaluru in 3-5 days.
Build a scalable, solar-powered trap network that automatically photographs pest insects, distinguishes species, and uploads real-time counts to a cloud dashboard. By replacing daily manual scouting with an autonomous monitoring grid, you gain the data needed to spray only when and where thresholds are breached — cutting pesticide volume while protecting beneficial insects.
What You'll Build
You will deploy three waterproof sensor nodes, each combining a PIR-triggered ESP32-CAM, light sensor, and real-time clock. When a pest enters the trap zone, the camera captures an image, logs it to a microSD, and runs on-device species identification. Counts are timestamped and transmitted via LoRa to a central gateway, then pushed to a Grafana dashboard showing heatmaps, trend lines, and action alerts. The entire system runs on solar-charged 18650 cells, designed for months of unattended operation in orchards or polyhouses.
What You'll Learn
- Multi-sensor synchronization across ESP32-CAM and Arduino Nano nodes
- LoRa mesh networking with RA-02 modules to cover kilometers of farmland
- On-device image processing for species classification using TensorFlow Lite
- Solar charging circuit design with TP4056 and deep-sleep power optimization
Kit Contents
| Component | Quantity |
|---|---|
| ESP32-CAM | 3 |
| Arduino Nano | 3 |
| RA-02 LoRa | 4 |
| HC-SR501 PIR | 3 |
| BH1750 | 3 |
| DS3231 RTC | 3 |
| MicroSD Module | 3 |
| 433MHz Antenna | 4 |
| Solar Panel 6V 1W | 3 |
| TP4056 Module | 3 |
| 18650 Cell | 3 |
| PCB Prototype Board | 4 |
| Waterproof Enclosures | 3 |
| 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
Agritech startups building IPM-as-a-service platforms, B.Tech final-year students in agricultural engineering or ECE tackling Smart India Hackathon challenges, and research teams at ICAR institutes or IITs developing decision support systems. Farm managers with large polyhouse operations who need data-driven pest thresholds rather than calendar sprays will also find this an invaluable proof-of-concept tool.
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?
The AI companion provides per-step debugging. If you're still blocked, message us on WhatsApp with a photo, and a build engineer who has assembled this same kit will reply within a day.
Can I identify multiple pest species with this kit?
Yes. The ESP32-CAM runs a lightweight TensorFlow Lite model that you can train on your target insect images. We provide a sample dataset of common pests like whitefly, aphids, and thrips, and the AI companion walks you through adding your own species.
What is the wireless range of a single LoRa node?
In open farmland with the included 433MHz antennas, you can expect 2–4 km line-of-sight. Inside polyhouses or orchards with foliage, range reduces to about 500–800 m, but the mesh topology extends coverage across nodes.
Do I need an external cloud subscription for the dashboard?
No. The cloud dashboard runs on your own server or free-tier Grafana Cloud. The AI companion includes a setup script for a local Raspberry Pi gateway that forwards LoRa packets to Grafana, so no recurring costs are needed.
PIR + ESP32-CAM trap sensors photograph and count pests per species. LoRa uploads counts to cloud dashboard.
What's in this kit
- ESP32-CAM x3
- Arduino Nano x3
- RA-02 LoRa x4
- HC-SR501 PIR x3
- BH1750 x3
- DS3231 RTC x3
- MicroSD Module x3
- 433MHz Antenna x4
- Solar Panel 6V 1W x3
- TP4056 Module x3
- 18650 Cell x3
- PCB Prototype Board x4
- Waterproof Enclosures x3
- 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