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An arduino based automated chicken door
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Tony Grosinger cec01a562c Version 2
2020-02-16 16:24:50 +00:00
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Automated Chicken Door

This repo contains the plans I used to create an automated chicken coop door. I do not think it was much cheaper than buying one off the shelf, and it took way, way longer to build. But I learned so much about circuitry components and design, Arduino programming, and using a laser cutter to build the mounts. I hope you too can benefit from following the process detailed in this repository to build your own custom solution.

Design

This opener is designed to be used with a light (1/8" acrylic) door, captured in table saw kerf rails on either side. The door slides up and down by being raised with the stepper motor, or let out by the motor. When the door is fully opened or closed, a solenoid is used to latch the door in place and the motor is powered down.

Future Improvements

The biggest improvement this door needs right now is waterproofing. The motor and switches are exposed to the elements, sheltered only by the roof overhang. I am sure that they will not last very long in the rainy PNW climate here. In version 2 I will look into sourcing water resistant components or building housings as necessary.