Solar tracker build parts question

profdaryl
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Solar tracker build parts question Jan 7, 2018 15:28:45 GMT -8

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Post by profdaryl on Jan 7, 2018 15:28:45 GMT -8

I'm starting a build of the WeatherPi and the solar tracker. I have ordered all of the parts I think I need but I cannot find any part numbers or specifications for the photoresistors or the limit switches used in the 3d printed base for the solar panels. I have tried every combination of search terms but to no avail. Does any one have any info (or even Amazon links!)?

Also is there detailed assemble instructions for the 3d printed solar tracking unit?

Looking forward to getting started!

Thanks for the help,
Daryl Johnson

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Solar tracker build parts question Jan 8, 2018 6:29:38 GMT -8

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Post by SDL on Jan 8, 2018 6:29:38 GMT -8

Here is a link to Grove Photoresistors. Ive never actually bothered with the limit switches when we have built these.

www.seeedstudio.com/Grove-Light-Sensor%28P%29-p-1253.html

And a link to Adafruit:
www.adafruit.com/product/161

BP

profdaryl New Member Posts: 2	Solar tracker build parts question Jan 8, 2018 6:53:23 GMT -8 Quote Select Post Deselect Post Link to Post Member Give Gift Back to Top Post by profdaryl on Jan 8, 2018 6:53:23 GMT -8 BP, Thanks. Is there any more detailed instructions on the build of the solar tracker? I only have the .stl files. Thanks, Daryl

SDL Global Moderator Posts: 5,655 Raspberry Pi: Yes Other Device: PC, arduino, beagleBone	Solar tracker build parts question Jan 8, 2018 12:37:32 GMT -8 Quote Select Post Deselect Post Link to Post Member Give Gift Back to Top Post by SDL on Jan 8, 2018 12:37:32 GMT -8 Daryl, Have you read through our blog postings about sun tracking? www.switchdoc.com/2016/05/sun-tracking-solar-power-part-1/ BP

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