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Post by bikerwookie on Feb 21, 2021 19:14:17 GMT
Has anybody fitted a level sensor to the holding tank and if so what did you use?
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Post by vasko on Feb 21, 2021 19:27:23 GMT
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Post by bikerwookie on Feb 21, 2021 22:18:02 GMT
Thanks Vasko I’m already installing a nmea engine data converter and it had a few spare tank inputs 0 - 190 ohm so I’m tapping in to that. Struggling to find any 0-190 ohm ultrasonic senders so will have to make my own at the moment. Probably use xkc-y25-Pnp for the sensing at 8 levels.
Unless someone has a better idea.
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Post by Evening Star on Feb 21, 2021 23:01:46 GMT
After trying a number of external sensors, I have found that Gobius sonic sensors work well. I found that ultrasonic sensors did not work if you have any internal build up. Both Gobius 4 or Gobius Pro will work well. I used Gobius 4 in order to integrate with my Pico system. The only issue is the 11/4 inch space you need between the tank and module walls or covers so the sensors will fit. Customer service was very helpful.
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Post by moonshadow on Feb 21, 2021 23:34:59 GMT
I installed “Scad TM1” sensors and displays on my plastic tanks. They use external foil tape as sensor and have been working well.
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Post by zaphod on Feb 22, 2021 5:49:31 GMT
I installed “Scad TM1” sensors and displays on my plastic tanks. They use external foil tape as sensor and have been working well. That looks like a good solution! Simple to install and inexpensive! Any idea how it senses using just a strip of foil on the outside? |
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Post by saltymetals on Feb 22, 2021 10:55:44 GMT
After trying a number of external sensors, I have found that Gobius sonic sensors work well. I found that ultrasonic sensors did not work if you have any internal build up. Both Gobius 4 or Gobius Pro will work well. I used Gobius 4 in order to integrate with my Pico system. The only issue is the 11/4 inch space you need between the tank and module walls or covers so the sensors will fit. Customer service was very helpful. Agreed. I fitted a Gobius system 4 yrs ago and it has been faultless since then. www.gobius.se . I also confirm that they have impressively good customer service. Andrew |
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bj
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Jeanneau Model: SO 45.2
Yacht Name: Atair
Home Port: Stockholm
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Post by bj on Feb 22, 2021 11:03:23 GMT
Yes Gobius works well.
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