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{{Note|1='''Legacy V1 Documentation''' — This page documents the bill of materials for the Raspberry Pi-based bcMeter V1. The current platform uses ESP32-S3 with a different PCB design.}}
{{Note|1='''Legacy V1 Documentation''' — This page documents the bill of materials for the bcMeter V1. The current V2 platform uses a different PCB design.}}


== Overview of Parts (V1) ==
== Overview of Parts (V1) ==
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* '''THT PCB''' — For 12V and larger pumps. Easier to assemble but less accurate.
* '''THT PCB''' — For 12V and larger pumps. Easier to assemble but less accurate.


== Current Platform (ESP32) ==
== Current Platform (V2) ==


The current bcMeter uses an ESP32-S3 with a different hardware design:
The current bcMeter V2 uses a different hardware design:


* '''ADS1220''' 24-bit ADC (replaces MCP3428)
* '''ADS1220''' 24-bit ADC (replaces MCP3428)
* '''ESP32-S3 DevKit-C-1''' (replaces Raspberry Pi)
* '''Integrated microcontroller''' (replaces Raspberry Pi)
* '''LittleFS''' internal storage (replaces microSD)
* '''Internal flash storage''' (replaces microSD)
* '''Optional:''' SIM7080G LTE-M modem, AT6668 GPS, SPS30 PM sensor
* '''Optional:''' SIM7080G LTE-M modem, AT6668 GPS, SPS30 PM sensor


For current device information, see [[Introduction]].
For current device information, see [[Introduction]].

Latest revision as of 14:21, 8 March 2026

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Overview of Parts (V1)

BcMeter parts.jpg

Mandatory Components

  1. bcMeter Pi Hat — Order prepopulated (~95 EUR) or build your own from PCB + components (~5 EUR per PCB for 10+ on JLCPCB or similar)
  2. Raspberry Pi 3A or Zero 2 W (~35 EUR)
  3. MicroSD Card (~10 EUR)
  4. Power Supply 5.25V/2A (~15 EUR)
  5. Air Pump (~10–200 EUR depending on type)

Populated PCBs are available — contact jd@bcmeter.org.

3D Printed Case

STL files for 3D Printing (SLA or FDM): GitHub repository — printing material ~10 EUR.

Use black filament/resin. FDM is prone to leakage if not properly configured. If possible, mix resin with flex resin.

Filter Paper

AE33 filter paper is standard for bcMeter. Any filter paper with a known scattering factor can be used. See Supported Filter Papers for correction factors.

Send a sample of your filter paper to jd@bcmeter.org for calibration.

Additional Material (~75 EUR)

Description Quantity Approx. Price
22 AWG Wire 1 $10
Hot Glue 1 $7
Rubber Band (SHORE A) for sealing 1 $13
Silicone Hose (5mm ID) 1 $5
M3 Screws 1 set $7
M3 Threaded Inserts 1 set $7
MicroSD Card 16GB 1 $8

Key PCB Components

Component Description Approx. Price
U1 MCP3428 4-Channel ADC €6
D1/D2 IRL81A IR LEDs (880nm) €2
J1 Omron D6F Airflow Sensor €50
U2 LM1117 Voltage Regulator €1
U3 SHT4x Humidity/Temp Sensor €4
Pump D15S PWM Membrane Pump €95
Capacitors, resistors, connectors Various ~€20

Full BOM with exact product numbers available at GitHub.

PCB / Gerber Files

Gerber files for PCB fabrication: GitHub

Two PCB variants exist:

  • SMD PCB — For 5V and smaller pumps. More compact, recommended.
  • THT PCB — For 12V and larger pumps. Easier to assemble but less accurate.

Current Platform (V2)

The current bcMeter V2 uses a different hardware design:

  • ADS1220 24-bit ADC (replaces MCP3428)
  • Integrated microcontroller (replaces Raspberry Pi)
  • Internal flash storage (replaces microSD)
  • Optional: SIM7080G LTE-M modem, AT6668 GPS, SPS30 PM sensor

For current device information, see Introduction.