I Built a Solar-Powered Water Tank Level Sensor
In this video, I walk you through my DIY smart water tank level sensor build using an ESP32 and an ultrasonic sensor (AJ-SR04M). It’s powered by a Li-ion battery and solar panel, with deep sleep mode to save power and extend battery life.
📦 Links & files:
– Soldering Iron - https://s.click.aliexpress.com/e/_c3d...
– ESP32-C3 Super Mini - https://s.click.aliexpress.com/e/_oBV...
– AJ-SR04M Ultrasonic Sensor - https://s.click.aliexpress.com/e/_oEa...
– A02YYUW - More expensive, better reliability - https://s.click.aliexpress.com/e/_c43...
– 5v Boost Converter - https://s.click.aliexpress.com/e/_opv...
– TP4056 - https://s.click.aliexpress.com/e/_oDc...
– 470μF capacitor - https://s.click.aliexpress.com/e/_oE6...
– 6v 1W Solar Panel - https://s.click.aliexpress.com/e/_oC7...
– Resistors - https://s.click.aliexpress.com/e/_ooG...
– My 3D Printer - https://s.click.aliexpress.com/e/_c4q...
– Link to the instructions, code and hardware list - https://jrattechworks.com/water-tank-...
The sensor sends updates via Wi-Fi to Home Assistant using ESPHome, and only wakes up once every hour to check the water level.
Whether you’re on rainwater, living off-grid, or just tired of climbing ladders to check your tank, this is a simple and effective way to monitor your water levels from anywhere.
What’s inside the build:
• ESP32-C3 Super Mini
• AJ-SR04M waterproof ultrasonic sensor
• TP4056 for battery charging
• 3.7V Li-ion battery + 6V solar panel
• Custom 3D printed case
• ESPHome + Home Assistant integration
Got questions or building your own? Drop a comment!
0:00 - Intro
0:59 - Components Used
2:04 - Initial Plan
2:41 - How It Works
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