The System Controller has been designed so that all the parts you will need are available in common platforms and from common vendors.
System Controller
- Beagleboard Rev C Starter Kit — includes Case + Power Supply + USB Cable
- SunFounder 8 Channel Relay Shield Module
- Phantom YoYo Ribbon Cable Male to Female
- Pelican 1060 Micro Case with Clear Lid and Carabiner
- 12 feet Extension Cord
- 12 Positions Terminal Electric Barrier Strip Block
- IKEA 14″ Cutting Board
- Pillar Standoff Spacers
- Adafruit Soil Temperature/Moisture Sensor
- Analog Soil Moisture Sensor
Analog Soil Moisture Probe
A nice pair of wire strippers
Flux core solder
Decent needle nose pliers
Smooth wire clippers
Wire holder
Soldering iron
Electrical Heat seal tubing
Smaller electrical Heat seal tubing
15K Ohm resistors
Electrical tape
Analog moisture sensor
Volt measure
Glass of water
Beagle bone board to test the sensor