I want to build a sump pit monitor with a MKR WiFi 1010 to send a notification. I want to power the MKR1010 a 110v power supply, is this possible. It will run 24/7 and I do not want to leave a computer hooked to USB or power with a battery.
I have done a lot of Googling and haven't run across a power supply that could hook to the MKR WiFi 1010.
Maybe the MKR WiFi 1010 will not work for what I am trying to do.
Thank you, Doug
It will work but not at 110 volts.
You will need to drop the voltage to something much more suitable.
Also having it in or near a damp environment means you will probably want to encase the board in a suitable box with your sensor (whatever you are going to choose) terminating on the outside of the box.
We do have a specific section for the 1010 or maybe you would be better in projects section ?
I know for a fact this project has been done with other Arduinos so there is no reason not to take advantage of the WiFi ability of the 1010 if you are in range ?
I am just trying to find what I can use to power the MKR 1010 besides a battery or computer. All I have ever seen are the barrel connector wall warts that can power an Arduino UNO, I haven't been able to find one that can hook to the MKR 1010. I am surprised that your website does not list or offer a power supply for them. If I cannot find something I will have to go with a different product.
Doug
We are not directly employed by Arduino
We are all just users of the Arduino boards or software helping each other out.
Might I suggest you read first the specifications for the board of your choice so see what the voltage range is acceptable for it.
Everyone approaches powering boards differently so to carry that many variations of power supplies is often not cost effective and just as confusing to users.
The wall wart is quite often the best solution for most people and often also available cheaply in local stores and even thrift stores.
However the 1010 also has a LiPo connector so users can employ rechargeable batteries with even the inclusion of solar as a possibility.
There is also the VIN pin which will also accept 5 volts (do not exceed rated specs.) which gives end users much more scope than the other two options.
The choice of product is yours as you know best what you will need to accomplish a task.
I am not here to sell things but only to offer my own point of view advice.
Thank you for your answer, you clarified what I was trying to figure out. I will have to use a different device than an Arduino for my project.
Thanks again, Doug
Hi. My Android charger with cable, works just fine on the MKR1010. I use the charger that came with my old HTC phone.