Why not get the iponic 600?

[zingablack]

alright so im getting into using co2 and have started to look at controllers/regulators trying to put together a system in my head. im kinda just seeking input on my options here. on one hand i can get the bare essentials for co2 control or get an iponic and control everything off one interface, lights, fan, ac, CO2... i have a cool idea to set up solenoid on my water pipe that goes to a blumat based res for watering but its not a full idea yet.

so for an accurate ppm based controller your talking $300 (likely the CAP ppm3)
regulator $50
Tank $125
so $475 roundabout


iponic $1000
tank.. same
regulator same

$1125 for full system integration. and a controller that will do everything ill ever need even if i built my dream grow.

its almost 3 times as much, and i wouldnt be able to purchase it for this run like i was hoping. but seeing how much simple CO2 control will cost its unlikely i could get it before this runs over anyway. so i might as well just save up and get the top dog controller right.

also is the iponic reliable? or is it junk?

so what would you do?

 

[TURBD]

There's a cheap co2 setup on eBay. It's under $300 with controller and reg. keeps ppms between 600-1000ppm I don't have one but was looking as a cheap setup.
I really want the iponic. If you have the $$ go big.

 

[zingablack]

well im sortve particular when it comes to controllers. i want total control.. not 600-1000 or the ones that turn on at 1400. i also want one that utilizes the fuzzy logic control so it slows down as it gets close to a set ppm.

i dont have the money right now to go big. but in a world where i round to the nearest its 500 for simple control or 1000 for insane control of everything. i think i know what ill end up doing just dont know how soon.

 

[InstantKarma]

well im sortve particular when it comes to controllers. i want total control.. not 600-1000 or the ones that turn on at 1400. i also want one that utilizes the fuzzy logic control so it slows down as it gets close to a set ppm.

i dont have the money right now to go big. but in a world where i round to the nearest its 500 for simple control or 1000 for insane control of everything. i think i know what ill end up doing just dont know how soon.

I think they look awesome, they are twice as much as a Sentinel CHHC-4, but the network connectivity and logging features make it worth it IMO. Not to mention it actually looks like it was designed in the 21st century.

 

[zingablack]

its sexy, by controller standards and very user friendly.. ive watched like every video of people using them setting up and stuff, all seems very straight forward. the network module is another hundred or two. but the part where you can control with your phone is fucking amazing, and terrifying. idk if i would be comfortable doing that.

 

[LEDNewbie]

Mines on order. Should have it by the end of next week. And running the week after

 

[cocogroguy]

check out my boy landscapeescape's thread.......talks alot about the IPONIC. Thing is dope...............remote access/control of your entire garden. Pay to play.

 

[zingablack]

damnit.. majorly jealous!!. need to step my game up it seems.

 

[ZinksInk]

Yeah ill chime in on the iponic unit I've got one and it really blows the Sentinel out of the water. If you don't have equipment that can handle your atmospheric conditions though, the money might be better spent first getting that in line. You might also want to read up here:

https://www.icmag.com/ic/showthread.php?t=234099

As cocogroguy said, LandscapeEscape has this unit configure like a boss. He is using it as a controller to run his central air. ! Ive also posted a few comments regarding their customer service.

Long story short unit can be considered expensive but its a really cheep package for the features which will give you a lot of flexibility for expansion...

The network connectivity is just the tip of the iceberg....

 

[overbudjet]

For 800 Growtronix give you full control of Co2 and everything else
in your room or control multiple room at once!I don't sell nor promote Growtronix but i'd use it since 5 years and now it's almost bullet proof.

Software Features:

Powerful Policy Control allows for easy automation of the environment.
Remote Monitoring and Control from any internet connection
Remote Monitoring and Control from any web enabled cell phone
Customizable alerts and notifications via Text Message to cell phone and/or Email
Long Term data storage to database
Charts and Graphing
Phone call Alerts and Notification (Requires Voice Modem and 3rd party software)
Play music and sound files in the growing environment automatically
Create Time Lapse videos

Grow Journal Features:

Shows Min, Max and Average readings for sensors
Shows total time on and time off for all relay outlets
Shows Total KWH (Kilowatt Hours) for controllable outlets
Calculates Electrical Costs for each outlet
Calculates estimated total electrical cost
Write and save notes and comments
Store images for each day
Build and Display averages charts
Build and Display Charts from DB
Grow Room Timer (Keeps track of days in bloom or vegetative stages)
Growtronix can Monitor:

Temperature Sensors
Humidity Sensors

Co2 Sensors
pH Sensors
EC / TDS Sensors
Reservoir Temperature Sensors
Light Sensors
Soil / Medium Temperature Sensors
Flood Detectors
Smoke Detectors
Float Sensors
Door / Window Sensor
Motion Sensors
IP / Web Cams
Growtronix Controllable Power Outlets control the following devices within your grow room environment:
• Grow Lighting • Exhaust Systems • Solenoid Valves
• Pumps • Air Conditioning • Co2 Burners and Regulators
• Humidifiers • Dehumidifiers • Nutrient and pH dosing pumps
• Water Chillers • Water heaters • Sulfur Burners
• Ozone Generators • Door Locks • Just about anything else

PIC of mine when testing