Remote Crop Disease Image Logger Kit with ESP32 + BMP280
Remote Crop Disease Image Logger Kit with ESP32 + BMP280
Every part needed, pre-tested for compatibility, with an AI build companion trained on this exact project. Shipped from Bengaluru in 3-5 days.
Stop guessing why your crops are under stress. This kit lets you build a fully autonomous field station that captures high-resolution leaf images every morning, records temperature, humidity, and barometric pressure, and timestamps everything to an SD card. Designed for agricultural researchers, B.Tech projects, and Smart India Hackathon teams, it turns raw sensor data into a powerful early warning system for crop diseases.
What You'll Build
A solar-powered, weatherproof imaging logger that stakes into the field and operates unattended for weeks. The ESP32-CAM photographs crop foliage on a schedule you program, while the BMP280 and DHT22 track microclimate data. Every image file is tagged with a DS3231 real-time clock timestamp, so you can build a time-lapse dataset that reveals how leaf spots, blight, or wilt progress under specific environmental conditions.
What You'll Learn
- Configure ESP32-CAM for deep sleep, periodic wake-up, and high-resolution image capture to SD
- Integrate BMP280 and DHT22 via I2C and one-wire to log pressure, temperature, and humidity
- Design a solar-powered supply with TP4056 Li-ion charging, 18650 cells, and LM2596 buck conversion
- Use DS3231 RTC to add exact timestamps to images and sensor files even without WiFi
- Assemble and waterproof a field-ready enclosure with prototype boards and 100nF decoupling capacitors
- Practice soldering and planning a modular, serviceable circuit layout
Kit Contents
| Component | Quantity |
|---|---|
| ESP32-CAM | 1 |
| FTDI Programmer | 1 |
| BMP280 | 1 |
| DHT22 | 1 |
| DS3231 RTC | 1 |
| MicroSD Module | 1 |
| LM2596 Buck Converter | 1 |
| Solar Panel 6V 2W | 1 |
| TP4056 Module | 1 |
| 18650 Cell | 2 |
| 100nF Caps | 10 |
| PCB Prototype Board | 2 |
| Waterproof Enclosure | 1 |
| 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
B.Tech ECE, EEE, and Agricultural Engineering students building capstone projects on smart farming; teams preparing for Smart India Hackathon challenges around agriculture or IoT; researchers at agricultural universities who need a low-cost, repeatable crop-health logger for field trials. The soldering and 18650 battery handling demand prior electronics experience—this is not a beginner kit.
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 QR code inside the box activates an AI companion that has seen every line of code and every solder joint in this kit. It responds instantly, and a team member is on WhatsApp if you need human backup.
Can I deploy this in an actual farm field?
Yes. The waterproof enclosure, solar charging circuit, and threaded mounting holes are designed for continuous outdoor use. Just ensure the solar panel gets direct sunlight for enough daily charge cycles.
Does the kit identify the disease by itself?
No, it logs the images and environmental data. You’ll need to apply machine learning or manual inspection later—this kit gives you a clean, timestamped dataset to build your own disease classification model.
How long does the system run without solar power?
With the two included 18650 cells and one image capture per day, it can run for about four overcast days. The deep-sleep firmware minimises current draw to under 1mA between captures.
ESP32-CAM photographs crop leaves daily. BMP280 and DHT22 provide environmental context. Stored on SD.
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.
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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