Sparkfun AgXRP Pump & Soil Moisture Sensor Expansion Pack - Beta

Scale up your agricultural automation with the AgXRP Pump & Soil Moisture Sensor Expansion Pack - Beta. This expansion seamlessly integrates with your existing AgXRP Starter Kit, enabling the addition of an independent watering zone to your smart farm. With a second pump and soil sensor, students can explore various plant types, compare watering schedules, and monitor different soil conditions side-by-side.

Designed to enhance educational experiences, this expansion pack is perfect for students and educators aiming to experiment with agricultural technology. By incorporating an additional pump and sensor, users can engage in hands-on learning about plant care and irrigation management. This setup allows for real-time observation and data collection, fostering a deeper understanding of plant science and technology integration.

The expansion pack is built for growth and simplicity. Thanks to the XRP Controller's multiple motor drivers and Qwiic® connectors, adding this expansion is straightforward. Simply assemble the second pump, connect the extra soil sensor, and plug them into your existing controller. This ease of integration allows for quick setup and immediate experimentation.

Included in the pack is everything needed to create an additional planting zone. The components for automated watering include a hobby motor with encoder, deep-groove ball bearings, latex tubing, and an AgXRP single-pump enclosure frame to construct another peristaltic pump. For accurate soil monitoring, a second SparkFun Qwiic Soil Moisture Sensor and a 500mm flexible Qwiic cable provide real-time hydration tracking for your new plant.

Expand your smart farm capabilities by adding up to three of these expansion packs to your base AgXRP Starter Kit, allowing automation and monitoring of up to four independent planting zones simultaneously. This scalability offers a robust platform for exploring diverse agricultural setups and optimizing plant growth.

In collaboration with leading academic institutions like Cornell University and the University of Idaho, this platform is part of a collaborative STEM ecosystem. It prepares students for real-world challenges while contributing to meaningful community change. As a Beta release, it invites educators, students, and community partners to pilot the AgXRP, contribute to curriculum development, and support broader outreach efforts. Join a growing community dedicated to innovating the future of agriculture, one line of code at a time.