Float Switches
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dougchambers
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Any normally open or normally closed switch should work fine. We got ours from floatswitches dot net. It was rumored that Neptune was working on a float switch solution, but I haven't heard any updates lately.
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benf
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I was looking at some of the switches and they list switching watts, voltage, and amps....how do i know which one to get for the AC3.
Basically i want to use it in my sump to signal the controller to turn off the PH dosing pump if the water level reaches a certain height.
Basically i want to use it in my sump to signal the controller to turn off the PH dosing pump if the water level reaches a certain height.
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dougchambers
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When the float switch opens (or closes - depending on your code), turn on your pump or RO/DI valve to begin filling until the switch closes again. It's best to use a MAX Change statement to resolve float bounce issues.
Here is our code;
If Switch1 CLOSED Then SW1 ON // Low sump level
If Switch1 OPEN Then SW1 OFF // Sump Full
Max Change 005 M Then SW1 OFF // Bounce control
-Doug
dougchambers
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No controller needed. It's a simple reed contact closure with a magnet in the float. As the float rides up and down, the magnet trips the reed in the stem to close the circuit. By flipping the float over on the one we use, you can change it between normally open and normally closed.
-Doug
dougchambers
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Ah... The magic connection.
You will need to build a cable to attach to your MiniDIMM serial port on the controller. According to the ACII manual (page 52), use Pin 2 and Pin 8 of the connector for your float connections. I think I used a keyboard or Mouse extension cable to get the connections I needed.
http://www.neptunesys.com/AquaController2.pdf
You can also buy the Neptune Break-Out box for easier connections.
-Doug
You will need to build a cable to attach to your MiniDIMM serial port on the controller. According to the ACII manual (page 52), use Pin 2 and Pin 8 of the connector for your float connections. I think I used a keyboard or Mouse extension cable to get the connections I needed.
http://www.neptunesys.com/AquaController2.pdf
You can also buy the Neptune Break-Out box for easier connections.
-Doug
jglackin
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Sorry, one more question on float switches:
Can something like this be used with the AC? The float switch closes a circuit with this and then this sends a signal back to the AC which then triggers the pump to turn on?
http://www.smarthome.com/4060.html
Can something like this be used with the AC? The float switch closes a circuit with this and then this sends a signal back to the AC which then triggers the pump to turn on?
http://www.smarthome.com/4060.html
you can get float switches from AquaHub.com, where they have a DIY guide to constructing whole switch assembly.
See, also, this thread where I outline my experience putting together a float system for my ACIII.
Feel free to PM or EM me with your phone number if you want me to give you a call to walk you through putting the whole thing together and AC code to use with it.
Ken
See, also, this thread where I outline my experience putting together a float system for my ACIII.
Feel free to PM or EM me with your phone number if you want me to give you a call to walk you through putting the whole thing together and AC code to use with it.
Ken
jglackin
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I never really got a response to this.
Curt,
Will this unit work with the Aquacontroller to control an auto-topoff?
http://www.smarthome.com/4060.html
Curt,
Will this unit work with the Aquacontroller to control an auto-topoff?
http://www.smarthome.com/4060.html
