Py_SprinkleTinkler is a work-in-progress sprinkler controller application. It is designed to control a large number of sprinkler channels, providing an affordable alternative to commercial controllers.
This project is primarily a learning experience and a fun endeavor, and it's worth noting that there are other, more advanced open-source sprinkler controller systems available.
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The project consists of several Python and HTML files:
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relay.py: This file contains theRelayclass, which is used to control the GPIO pins on the Raspberry Pi. Each instance of the class represents a single relay, which can be turned on or off. -
app.py: This is the main application file. It sets up the Flask web server and defines the routes for the application. -
templates/index.html: This is the main page of the web application. It provides a user interface for controlling the sprinklers and viewing the schedule. -
templates/schedule.html: This page provides a user interface for creating and managing watering schedules.
To use this application, you will need to have Python and Flask installed. You can then run the application by executing the app.py script.
Please note that this application is designed to eventually be used with a Raspberry Pi and a relay module. Currently, it uses a SainSmart 16-channel USB Relay bank and is controlled via USB serial commands. If you use this code before I have updated it for the Raspberry Pi, you will need to update the "relay.py" functions yourself to handle the appropriate relay controls.
As this is a work-in-progress project, contributions are welcome. Feel free to fork the repository and submit pull requests.
This project is intended for educational purposes and personal use. The author is not responsible for any damage caused by the misuse of the software.
This project is open source under the MIT license.