The Correct Frame of Mind
AgXRP accessories continue to be released this week with the U-Frame and Single Pump Enclosure. Perfect for getting replacement parts if you don't have a 3D printer!
Hello everyone, and welcome back to another Friday Product Post here at SparkFun Electronics! This week, we continue rolling out more AgXRP products introduced last week by adding the U-Frame and Single Pump Enclosure to the catalog! While the STL files for these two kits are available for free, we understand that not everyone has access to a 3D printer. With this frame and enclosure, you can replace parts, expand your operation, or customize your agricultural system. The choice is yours!
$19.95
The AgXRP U-Stand Frame provides a stable and reliable foundation for your automated agricultural setup. Designed specifically for the AgXRP platform, this frame securely holds your XRP Controller and keeps your electronics properly organized during long-term watering and soil monitoring experiments.
We believe that educational materials should be as accessible as possible. While we offer this U-Stand for immediate convenience or for folks who don't have a 3D printer, every AgXRP frame is completely open-source.
- Free 3D Files: You can download the exact STL files for this frame (as well as the enclosure below) for free. This allows students and educators to 3D print their own hardware or modify the base design to fit custom enclosure needs.
- Simple Integration: The frame features mounting points specifically positioned to align perfectly with the XRP Controller and other structural AgXRP components.
The AgXRP Single Pump Enclosure is the mechanical core of your smart farm's automated irrigation system. Designed to securely house a hobby motor, deep groove ball bearings, and latex tubing, this frame allows you to construct a fully functional peristaltic pump! By building the pump from scratch, students gain an understanding of fluid mechanics and mechanical assembly rather than just plugging in a pre-made water pump.
As technology in modern farming advances, it’s essential that educational tools evolve to prepare the next generation of farmers to meet global food demands. From coding sensors to optimizing harvest cycles, AgXRP equips students to explore automation, sustainability, and data-driven agriculture, all while growing their own food and deepening their understanding of the technology shaping our future.
That's it for this week! We hope you find AgXRP as interesting and educational as we do! If you aren't already a subscriber to our New Product Newsletter, you really should be. As always, we can't wait to see what you make (especially with these new kits)! Shoot us a tweet @sparkfun, or let us know on Instagram, Facebook or LinkedIn. Please be safe out there, be kind to one another! Happy hacking!
