Vertical Hydroponic Tower Controller Variant 32 Kit with Arduino Uno + Relay
Automate a 6-Pocket Vertical Hydroponic Tower with Timed Nutrient Dosing & EC Logging
Every part needed, pre-tested for compatibility, with an AI build companion trained on this exact project. Shipped from Bengaluru in 3-5 days.
You stick a peristaltic pump into your nutrient tank, wire an RTC and EC sensor to an Arduino, and suddenly your vertical garden waters itself on schedule while logging the fertilizer concentration you’ll later use to fine-tune the recipe. This kit turns the semi-manual chore of top-feeding a vertical tower into a hands-off, data-driven process—ideal for school agriculture experiments or a balcony farming setup that runs while you’re in class.
What You'll Build
You’ll assemble a controller that activates a mini peristaltic pump at intervals set via code and DS3231 real-time clock, pushes nutrient solution up through a 6-pocket tower’s drip line, continuously reads EC from a TDS probe, and displays cycle status and water quality on a 16x2 LCD. The relay logic is diode-protected so pump back-EMF won’t reset the Arduino mid-cycle.
What You'll Learn
- Program a DS3231 RTC to trigger exactly timed irrigation pulses for hydroponic cycles
- Interface a TDS/EC sensor and map voltage to nutrient strength for logging
- Drive a peristaltic pump through a relay module with flyback diode protection
- Display real‑time sensor readings and pump status on an I2C‑backpack LCD
Kit Contents
| Component | Quantity |
|---|---|
| Arduino Uno R3 | 1 |
| TDS EC Meter | 1 |
| DS3231 RTC | 1 |
| 5V Relay Module | 2 |
| Mini Peristaltic Pump | 1 |
| 16x2 LCD | 1 |
| I2C Backpack | 1 |
| 1N4007 Diode | 5 |
| 10kΩ Resistors | 5 |
| 100nF Caps | 5 |
| 400-pt Breadboard | 1 |
| M-M Wires | 25 |
| 9V Battery Snap | 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
Students working on CBSE Class 11–12 agriculture or electronics projects will find the wiring and code structure directly usable for exhibition boards. B.Tech ECE and Agri‑engineering undergraduates can extend it for Smart India Hackathon prototypes or final‑year IoT irrigation demos. ATL Tinkering Labs and makerspaces at VIT, NIT, and BITS often use it as a hands‑on introduction to controlled‑environment farming.
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 to open the AI companion trained on this kit’s exact build sequence; it can troubleshoot wiring, code, and sensor calibration. If you still need help, drop a WhatsApp message and our team will respond within a day.
Does this kit include the vertical tower or plants?
No, it contains only the electronic controller and pump. You supply the tower structure, reservoir, and nutrient solution. The pump connects to your drip line with standard silicone tubing.
Can I add pH monitoring or control multiple pumps later?
Yes, the Arduino Uno has free analog and digital pins. You can add a pH sensor on another analog input and a second relay module for a top‑off pump, using the same power and I2C bus.
Is this suitable for a CBSE school science exhibition?
Absolutely. The kit logs EC readings you can chart over days, and the timed pump cycles make a live demo clean and repeatable. The bundle includes a breadboard so no soldering is required, and the AI companion explains each module’s role clearly.
Timed peristaltic pump cycles nutrient solution up through a 6-pocket vertical tower. EC and pH logged.
What's in this kit
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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