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Used the molex connectors and plugged right into my Pit Boss and eliminated
the original controller. The enclosure is mounted using the original
mounting holes where the controller counted to. Used the original pit temp
sensor too which made install much quicker. Everything is mounted to a
piece of 1/4" thick PVC sheet in the back of the enclosure. Still need to
mount the OLED and ON/OFF switch inside the cover but we are up and running!
For the Molex connectors I used this crimping tool...
Qibaok Open Barrel Terminal Crimper Plier Tool for Molex Style DELPHI AMP
TYCO Crimping Terminals 24-14 AWG
https://www.amazon.com/dp/B089LW7MWT/ref=cm_sw_em_r_mt_dp_MERG9WKSF7TJHYRHRCVF?_encoding=UTF8&psc=1
The enclosure...
LMioEtool ABS Plastic Dustproof Waterproof IP65 Junction Box Hinged Shell
Universal Electrical Project Enclosure Gray, with PC Transparent Clear
Cover 8.7 x 6.7 x 4.3inch(220 x170 x110mm)
https://www.amazon.com/dp/B07PK6ZDST/ref=cm_sw_em_r_mt_dp_ZMCJPS3SG0DN20APGMYQ?_encoding=UTF8&psc=1
The 5V power supply was something I had laying around already. Everything
else is exactly from the project documentation page. Used the SSR relays
and with nebhead's latest updates it works PERFECTLY!
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Ended up with 3x TP25 probes. I initially bought another cheaper probe off eBay but had trouble with inconsistent readings on it. These are much better. https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B08CGMC846/. Ran into the same problems on jacks where the probes have to be inserted to a very specific depth. Ended up solving this with some small 3d printed washers at ~ 1.5mm thick. |
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Thanks @gsherwin74!!! Good to hear that the TP25 probes work well. I almost bought some of those a while back, but ended up sticking with the thermoworks probe again since it was a known good probe. I'll have to pick these up the next time I need new probes. I really like the idea of using the Deutsch connector. That might be something I look into, if I ever revamp the design. :) |
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I've finally finished all the soldering and putting stuff together. Now I need to figure out mounting. My grill is a bit different with the horizonal control panel. I planned on mounting everything to a sheet or something on the side using existing screws for the handles. Obviously your 3d designs mount the display box where the stock controller would be. Where are you mounting the PCB housings? Or do they go inside the grill where the motor/fan is? Just looking for ideas, because I'm horribly lacking in the 3d design realm. Tinkercad is about my limit. :) |
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I've done my "alpha release" for testing before I went in whole hog. I'm loving using the PiFire for smoking. Here's what I've upgraded to since then. I've gotten this far; but, still need to figure out where to hide the Pi, hat, and relay board. I'll have it on the smoker this weekend and upload pictures of it attached. The fit isn't perfect into my smoker; but, it's close. I'll upload the STLs to thingiverse soon. My thought is to 3d print a box that can be mounted on the inside of the smoker behind the panel that gives easy access when the face is off. I'm currently not using a dedicated power supply since my smoker and Pi are already connected (via extension cord) on a switched outlet from inside. Finally, I ordered both the PiFire Hat and the button PCB so I have extras (as of 1/21/22). If anyone comes across this post and wants a set just let me know in here. |
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That looks great! I might have to do something like this with your
design.
I still need to install pifire and test it out. Also need to investigate
how much room is under the hopper. (Pitboss 440D2 here. That's the
smaller one without a smokestack)
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I've done my "alpha release" for testing before I went in whole hog. I'm
loving using the PiFire for smoking. Here's what I've upgraded to since
then.
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I've gotten this far; but, still need to figure out where to hide the Pi,
hat, and relay board. I'll have it on the smoker this weekend and upload
pictures of it attached. The fit isn't perfect into my smoker; but, it's
close. I'll upload the STLs to thingiverse soon.
My thought is to 3d print a box that can be mounted on the inside of the
smoker behind the panel that gives easy access when the face is off.
I'm currently not using a dedicated power supply since my smoker and Pi
are already connected (via extension cord) on a switched outlet from inside.
Finally, I ordered both the PiFire Hat and the button PCB so I have extras
(as of 1/21/22). If anyone comes across this post and wants a set just let
me know in here.
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Mine is coming along slowly but surely. Taking the 3.2 display box from @nebhead and the updated PCB and control box from @weberbox. Im making two separate systems at the same time, one for me and one for a family member. Thank you both for your inspiration and hard work. More photos to follow as parts continue to roll in. I've also got 6 or 7 extra PiFire and button PCBs that I'd be glad to donate...just cover shipping. |
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Got a link to that power supply that fits in the weberbox version of the
housing?
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Mine is coming along slowly but surely. Taking the 3.2 display box from
@nebhead <https://github.com/nebhead> and the updated PCB and control box
from @weberbox <https://github.com/weberbox>. Thank you both for your
inspiration and hard work. More photos to follow as parts continue to roll
in.
I've also got 6 or 7 extra PiFire and button PCBs that I'd be glad to
donate...just cover shipping.
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Mounted everything up today and discovered amazon selected a 12v high trigger relay. I suppose this explains why fan turns on then when auger tries to turn on fan starts stuttering and auger doesn't move. |
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The fact the fan turns on and stalls when other things activate was
puzzling me. Proper relay will be here Saturday. So close :(
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Oh man, that's a bummer. Yeah 12V switching probably won't work with the
Pi's 3.3V GPIOs. ;)
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well with a 5v relay controller it works IMAGINE THAT LOL |
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my burn pot on my pellet stove that heats my house is getting all cracked and fails to start occasionally so ill probably be ordering a burn pot for that. thought about a pi to control it but im sure my wife would kill me |
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@weberbox can i just say your android app rocks and really puts the icing on the cake. The web interface is nice but android app with firebase notifications is slick :) |
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FINALLY got around to printing @weberbox's hopper sensor enclosure, and took some inspiration from his wiring job too. I think it looks pretty slick, so I'm posting here. |
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Missing buttons, missing screws, but it's working and I love it! Thanks so much for this project! I literally found it a year ago and have been slowly working on it. Finally got everything up and running this weekend and made some amazing beef ribs! |
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A new project :) Now to start working on the smaller integrated pcb and I think this one has 12v components inside as well. I think it is going to be a challenge to get everything inside. |
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If not I have couple spare hats and button boards.
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@M7Fa <https://github.com/M7Fa> you still have extras? Looking for two,
one for me and one for Dad. Thanks
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I have spare button boards
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Hi @scoob8000 <https://github.com/scoob8000> do you still have any spare
button boards?
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Finally got to the day where I could test! I printed @weberbox’s box and slightly modified it to suit my relay board and power supply. Made my own front panel with display and 3 buttons. Thanks for all the hard work you guys have been putting up on this amazing project! |
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Finally got half way there. I have the grill portion working. I have ordered a replacement set of meat probes and I'm waiting for them to arrive. Did a London Broil. Turned out great. |
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I'm interested in starting this build, does anybody still have an extra set of PCB's they'd be willing to sell me? |
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Thanks for the reply, I just joined the discord and somebody immediately
responded and put some in the mail! If there are any issues with those
I'll reach back out.
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@rwp120 <https://github.com/rwp120> I'm in need of one set of PCB's, do
you still have extras?
I sure do. Get me an address and I'll get a set shipped out as soon as I
can. I'm out of country for a couple weeks but would be happy to ship it
out as soon as I get back.
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Here is my build of PiFire for the Grilla OG. The case is from https://www.thingiverse.com/thing:6116237 and using solid state relays and the PiFire 3.01a PCB. Modifications I have made include:
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I'm creating this discussion group to share pictures of your projects. Finished or not, it would be great to see some of what you have all built. Thanks and happy cooking!
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