Digital cycle timer. There are a few out there.Well I'm the type that likes to plan way ahead and I need to seek out some advice.
I'm by no means an electrical engineering expert so I'm not sure how to do this.
Firstly I'd like to use one driver to power 3 lights.
So assuming I build 3 exact lights and I'd like to have them switch 8/8/8.
Secondly I'd love to try a shortened overall day. So 8/12 or maybe even 7/11.
Shortened day would fluctuate between peak hours but is there a timer out that can do this?
Thinking perhaps an overall shorter day could chop another couple days.
If I can get the cabinet yielding one lb every 45 days I'd be more than happy.
That do a day of less then 24 hours or do u need to run it into the next days cycle?Digital cycle timer. There are a few out there.
Not all of them.That do a day of less then 24 hours or do u need to run it into the next days cycle?
I've read the specs on most and they all seem fixed on 24 hour days or would be nightmares to program.
At least for a dummy like me
Thanks sirNot all of them.
http://eastwesthydro.com/environmental-controllers/titan-controls/hades-2-digital-recycle-and-light-timer-with-high-temp-shut-off-702856?utm_source=google&utm_medium=shopping&utm_campaign=product-feed&_vsrefdom=adwords&gclid=CjwKCAjw2s_MBRA5EiwAmWIac8cxl7AyhF4RXtYt6cwnbIVuseWqLCIzX7fY7ogtC7jeJKK9IE8XlBoC1HsQAvD_BwE
http://www.aeroponicsnmore.com/Sentinel-GPS-MDT-4-Master-Digital-Timer-6944845010258.htm?gclid=CjwKCAjw2s_MBRA5EiwAmWIac3q09ypD8il-J7YfOzWLIbYMLXCOLQK7EmWIbTXqERf43wByjGHpvhoC-RgQAvD_BwE
Google 'digital recycling timer'.
For a three way setup you may need more than one unit.
The hard way would be to use an Arduino controller, but it would be the option with the most flexibility.Thanks sir
I'll look into those timers.
The 3way switch obviously would need to be a seperate set up completely but I'm curious about trying both.
Thanks again
Yea I was looking at those last year.The hard way would be to use an Arduino controller, but it would be the option with the most flexibility.
I do like the idea of cycling the same blooming watts through three different growing spaces every 24 hours.Yea I was looking at those last year.
My friend suggested a simple computer program like a dos plc but I just looked at him and scratched my head.
Biggest problem I've found so far is the more options the more this project costs.
Oh well like I said just looking into it all now so I can prepare.
Yea I was thinking along those lines for the folks complaining that led runs to cool and they would need heat in winter.I do like the idea of cycling the same blooming watts through three different growing spaces every 24 hours.
I was kicking the idea around of doing that with my water cooled COB LED racks and running them all on the same water loop; it would cool the 'on' room while keeping the 'off' rooms warm.
I'm all about it- just send money!Yea I was thinking along those lines for the folks complaining that led runs to cool and they would need heat in winter.
Plus my grams per watt would be pretty good
I've got more plans and ideas then I could ever get too so please feel free to give it a go I'll gladly watch and take notes.
No problemI'm all about it- just send money!
If the rubber check cashes, I'm in!No problem
I ever tell u about my long lost Nigerian uncle......
Lawn irrigation timers are also 24 hour units.View attachment 3996240
Checked out those timers last night tty
Says right in their manuals that they can be used for day/night or 24 hour. But can only be turned on/off once in a 24hour period.
Was super medicated and sitting on my back deck last night when my neighbours sprinklers started and I thought hmmm what kind of timers are those on? They come on multiple times a day and can even power different sections of lawn. Also a great incognito way to bullshit people when asking about the timer I'm looking for with out the weird looks or them knowing it's for the weeds
This is a project I'd love to collaborate with you on, if you're game.The shortend day is still on my radar for an arduino program, may have a chance to do something in a few months. It has worked well for me to replace basic timers with it, add some environmental control, and automated light cycles. Not a programmer by any means, i couldnt find an off the shelf option for what I wanted so.... necessity mother of invention.