Installing a w1209 12 volt DC Digital Temp Controller into an Incubator!

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Homesteading in SC

10 жыл бұрын

In this video I show you how I install a 12volt DC Digital Temperature Controller into a Home Made Incubator...

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@theadventurefamily761 4 жыл бұрын

Thx for posting up these videos. I’ve built one out of a plastic tote with the water heater thermostat. I’m really liking this electronic thermostat, can you post a video on how to wire it up with the two bulb setup. Thanks and keep making these great videos.

@shajnambdi 6 жыл бұрын

Hello From Bosnia and Herzegovina.. I've seen your Video and It helped me a lot... Thank you for being so specific and clear in explaining it.... Great job....

@enriquesalgadoaceves9017 7 жыл бұрын

its a coincidence that today's my bday and had my first hatch ever also, but I.also want to thank you for your advice and excellent videos, GB. ty.

@HomesteadinginSC 7 жыл бұрын

Awesome! Glad the vids helped out Erick!! Wade

@sailorgs3 8 жыл бұрын

You can program the W1209 so it does not cycle so often. Press and hold the SET button for a few seconds and you get the P0 to P6 menu. P0 selects whether you want the W1209 for cooling or for heating. P1 selects the hysteresis temperature range. It is 0.1 by default but you can increase it so it will not cycle so often. Also, if the load is significant, say above 100 W, then it might be better to add an external relay to protect the small on-board relay.

@enriquesalgadoaceves9017 4 жыл бұрын

I would first likee to say thank you for your kindnes and help, you helped me 3yrs ago with this model. I will no longer use this model being that it never resets, and it gets bricked too easy. Though i would like to pick your brain and ask, what is the most efficient yet easy to set up thermostat that you eould recomend?

@BubbaRountreeOutdoors 4 жыл бұрын

hey Erick! I dont use this 1 anymore either buddy... I still like the STC1000 and similar model thermostats. The 1st 1 that I ever built is still running like a dream!

@enriquesalgadoaceves9017 4 жыл бұрын

@@BubbaRountreeOutdoors thank you for your answer ..

@enriquesalgadoaceves9017 7 жыл бұрын

just got 6 of these today

@enriquesalgadoaceves9017 7 жыл бұрын

hey buddy, thanks to you I got 2 incubators going, everything seems pretty good, I had an idea that mabey you can perfect, one of NY incubators is either really high in humidity or borderline low, I was thinking of those glade automatic air fresheners, if we could get water in the tube instead of scented aroma, it comes with a timer per spray and I think it would help regulate the humidity during the cold season. oh and one more question, what other economic option do I have to make my own automatic egg turner, any other motor out there that's less expensive than the 13 dollar ones at IW, thanks buddy.

@tomokoth4841 3 жыл бұрын

Hello . Thanks for the insightful video. Just a small question . I have been using a tiny fan with a w1209 thermostat with no problem. I'm using mains 240v stepping it down with a small 300mA adapter. Since I wanted a bigger incubator, I went for a bigger computer CPU fan rated 0.40A. Funny thing is as soon as I connect the bigger fan, the thermostat flickers then the 40w bulb goes off completely. What could be the problem. Thank you in advance sir.

@BubbaRountreeOutdoors 3 жыл бұрын

Hey Tom! Are you also running your fan thru the thermostat? If so, it may be over-loading the power relay in the thermostat. I use and extra power source for my fans. Wade

@RDSingh0 6 жыл бұрын

Nice video but how to set the temperature? And which wire you have connected to the light bulb positive or negative? How long we can expect it to work?

@enriquesalgadoaceves9017 7 жыл бұрын

how many amps dose the 12 volt adaptor have to be I just got 6 of these, thanks Buddy keep up the great Vids

@RamDhani 7 жыл бұрын

+homesteading in SC do you have a video of how to programming / setup this thermostat to works like in this video?

@Rookie_DIY 9 жыл бұрын

Hi. Great video. I bought one of these for 2 purposes. Both are for home brewing beer. 1 is a bit like an incubator(fermenting chamber) when fermenting lager beers they have to be at low temperature 12°C & consistent. So for that project I plan to use a fridge in my shed that has no power. Do you think if I used a car battery and a car light bulb in the fridge (obviously battery outside fridge) it would work.

@BubbaRountreeOutdoors 9 жыл бұрын

Rookie Brew That should work well as the amperage draw is so low the car battery should last a long time! A marine battery would almost last forever...

@Rookie_DIY 9 жыл бұрын

Awesome thanks for the quick reply. So I take it the input connections on the right and the 2 on the left outputs.

@BubbaRountreeOutdoors 9 жыл бұрын

Rookie Brew Yes... The 2 connections on the rt. are 12v DC in, and the 2 on the left are the activation circuit.

@organogardener 10 жыл бұрын

Wade, as always, thank you for your great videos. Love them and looking forward to much learning from you. A few quick questions: would you recommend this 12V DC Digital Temp Controller over the STC-1000? Why or why not? Also, where do you purchase your 12V DC Digital Temp Controller from?

@BubbaRountreeOutdoors 10 жыл бұрын

I have found both digital controllers the be very effective at incubating and hatching chicken eggs!!! The 12volt DC model W1209 is more sensitive than the STC-1000... but the only big advantage that the w1209 has over the STC-1000 is cost... The STC-1000 is twice as expensive as the little w1209 12volt DC controller. Go to ebay and enter 12volt DC digital temp controller and you will see the controller that looks like the one in the video! Usually around 6 to 7 bucks!

@organogardener 10 жыл бұрын

Bubba Rountree Outdoors, thanks for the input and direction. Will definitely get the 12Volt try out, depending on how it turned out, might jump on the STC-1000 at some point. Thanks again. All the best.

@HomesteadinginSC 10 жыл бұрын

organogardener Thanks guys! The new STC-1000's are great little controllers! I have one on my home made Sportsman that's been running for 3 years now... Set it and forget it! :)

@organogardener 10 жыл бұрын

Rush Lane Poultry & Game Birds Always grateful for your sharing of your knowledge and experiences. About your Sportman, have you done a video on it yet? If not, do you plan on doing one? Would love to see it. Curious, with the set up you've shown us with the light bulbs and this STC-1000, what kind of limitations would there be, if any, if I try to set them up in a regular (full size) upright freezer chest as shown to the left of this picture: solarhomestead.com/how-to-choose-a-freezer/?

@chakiperdomo1372 9 жыл бұрын

Ebay is one place the other one is aliexpress if you want to order from China...

@knuddahlchristensen3974 7 жыл бұрын

How do I delete the max. alarm HHH and revert to getting the relay to work again as it could when I received the circuit?

@pradippaul6201 5 жыл бұрын

Between K0 & K1 which one i have input directy in ac socket

@fleshhunter100 10 жыл бұрын

What size solid state relay would i need for a 45 watt heating element.And do i need a heat sink also. Thanks

@BubbaRountreeOutdoors 10 жыл бұрын

You shouldn't need a SSR if your using a 45 watt element! I have one of these controllers running a 100 watt element without a relay... they have a 10 amp rated relay in the controller!

@fleshhunter100 10 жыл бұрын

Basically what I am asking can the control unit in a little giant be convert to use the w1209 thermostat.and will it work with work with heating element if not what kind of heating element do I need.Try already but when the thermostat reaches the 37.5 the number on the thermostat keep going up.Any help would be appriaceted.

@BubbaRountreeOutdoors 10 жыл бұрын

Yes it should work just fine! That heating element should only be pulling around 1 amp. The temp unit has a 10 amp relay on-board.

@TheShanbar 10 жыл бұрын

i don't know how to contact you off this group ... i have a question concerning my old GQF 1202 Sportsman (one thermostat-wafer) auto egg turn .... the egg tuner has started turning only one way , i can reverse it / hold button down to get it turned the other way and it turns back the other way perfect but will not go back the other way on it's own (i have to hold button down to get it done) . After watching a couple of your videos i decided you were number one in this business/hobby !! If anyone knows the answers it will be YOU !! Thanks for any help

@HomesteadinginSC 10 жыл бұрын

LOL! Thanks for all of the kind words Shannon!! :) I have never owned a sportsman... but after looking at the wiring diagram for the old 1202 I think that you probably have a bad roller switch or timer motor switch on your auto turner.

@TheShanbar 10 жыл бұрын

Rush Lane Poultry & Game Birds thanks for the help ... i can not decide which i need to order ... i may try to contact GQF . Thanks and Best to You

@vangyimleejyaaj4707 6 жыл бұрын

Did you used a 120v light bulb or a 12v light bulb....

@smithsanctuary3397 9 жыл бұрын

Great video, thanks! I just bought a controller similar to this on ebay and am wondering if I need a ssr for it? How would I know if my model will need a solid state relay? could you please give me guidance as I am completely new to this type of thing. Thanks a ton!

@HomesteadinginSC 9 жыл бұрын

The controller should come with a list of specs... it should tell you the capacity of the internal relay. As long as the capacity is 10 amps or better and if you're using light bulbs as a heat source, you wont need a SSR.

@smithsanctuary3397 9 жыл бұрын

Rush Lane Poultry & Game Birds Ok, I looked at the listing again and it says "Output: 1 relay output, capacity = 10A" www.ebay.com/itm/231496253068?_trksid=p2059210.m2749.l2649&ssPageName=STRK%3AMEBIDX%3AIT I have hooked up everything to the coolerbator and the thermostat has power and shows numbers. But it does not turn the lightbulb on and the little red led does not come one and off like your does. Is it possible that my 12 volt dc is not good enough? It is a very old small black box and says output 12 volt dc 200 mA. Any help is greatly appreciated - I have my hatching eggs waiting for this to get going, they are already 4 days old so I hope I can pull this together in a couple of days. Thanks!!!

@BubbaRountreeOutdoors 9 жыл бұрын

John Doe Smith That's right... your inverter may not be any good!

@smithsanctuary3397 9 жыл бұрын

Bubba Rountree Outdoors Hi, I got the controller to turn on its led and I can hear a clicking noise like the relay switch working. But the light still won't work. I think that my 12 volt cable is not powerful enough. I have one that is output 12 volt dc 200 mA - will this one work? Does it need to be 800 mA or something like that? Thanks for all the help.

@HomesteadinginSC 9 жыл бұрын

John Doe Smith here's the wiring diagram: www.rushlanepoultry.com/12volt%20DC%20Digital%20Temp%20Controller%20Wiring%20Diagram%20web.png

@wardbenton5337 2 жыл бұрын

I need to wire a iceless cooler only

@domhelcandor7514 5 жыл бұрын

Hello it is okay if. Input:AC 110-240V 50/60Hz 1A Output:12V --2A

@mokaltejas3624 9 жыл бұрын

Sir I have one question for this thermostat can I connect directly 40w bulb or any other connection required

@BubbaRountreeOutdoors 9 жыл бұрын

Yes you can connect a 40 watt bulb directly to the thermostat!

@Kitsapbeek 10 жыл бұрын

I have a question about this thermostat, I have this installed on my incubator made from the R7 2" Styrofoam from the depot. I am using cabinet incubator 125watt heating elements (2 of them, might be overkill) but my issue is if I put the sensor where the eggs are it takes too long for the sensor to pick up the heat and by that time it's too hot. I have two fans in it one blows to the front and one that blows across. Should I place the sensor between the elements so it shuts off fast and just keep a thermometer down by the eggs to monitor?

@Kitsapbeek 10 жыл бұрын

I was also thinking of taking 1 out. I could also make a short clip of it and see what changes you think I should make?

@BubbaRountreeOutdoors 10 жыл бұрын

Kitsapbeek Yeah... I think would be a good idea! 1 element would prolly be plenty enough!

@chakiperdomo1372 9 жыл бұрын

Is the air completely circulating trough out the box. Mining taking the hot air from heating element to all places in the incubator?. Are the fans powerful to move the air? cfm....Do not know the capacity of the box cubic foot but two heaters are to much.

@akhilanil1913 6 жыл бұрын

How u connect fan to that ????

@AdilKhan-km2uc 8 жыл бұрын

please can you tell me that , can I use 40watt and 60watt bulb in incubator with this thermostat. as it is 12v . please help me out

@HomesteadinginSC 8 жыл бұрын

+Adil Khan Yes you can...

@asmaarmunawar1875 8 жыл бұрын

sir i just wanted to ask that the temperature hygrometer is showing is it accurate as my hygrometer is showing different reading

@asmaarmunawar1875 8 жыл бұрын

sir i just wanted to ask that the temperature thermostat is showing is it accurate as my hygrometer is showing different reading

@winstonclarke9221 7 жыл бұрын

Can you tell me, that the bulbs to be use in this project, are they 12volts dc. Thank You.

@BubbaRountreeOutdoors 7 жыл бұрын

Bulbs are 120v AC.

@fleshhunter100 10 жыл бұрын

when using the DC12V Temperature Controller Thermostat Switch will need a seperate thermomter to check the temp or how do iset it up because the w1209 keeps climbing temp up how do i account for temp or fix to stay steadyThanks

@aizazkiani4739 6 жыл бұрын

James Mitchell you can fix w1209 thermostat temp error little bit in menu by hold set button 3 to 4 sec on p4

@gardenwind4186 9 жыл бұрын

I ORDER ONE OF THESE DIGITAL TEMP CONTROLLER, COULD YOU SHOW HOW TO SET UP THE CONTROLLER . ON THE AUCTION SITE IT SHOWS THE SET UP METHOD. COULD YOU SHOW A VIDEO OF HOW TO SET IT UP? (THE SETTINGS THAT YOU USE) P.S. I LIKE HOW YOU GO IN TO DETAIL TO EXPLAIN & SHOW HOW TO MAKE & INSTALL THE TEMP CONTROLLER

@enriquesalgadoaceves9017 7 жыл бұрын

hey buddy I really need help with lowering the humidity, I tried baking soda, socks in rice, even added an extra fan, nothing works, I live in mexico in Cancun so its very humid, average humidity is 75/85 on any given day, when I did the 24 hour stabilize it was at 40 humidity, once I put the eggs in slowly but surely it skyrocketed, went up to sixty, the only thing that worked to get it down to 53/54 humidity was turning off the fans, so day one was fans on day 2 still air, right now its at 102.1 with 53/54 humidity, I would like to get it down so I can use the 99.5 f any tips I heard aluminum helps?

@HomesteadinginSC 7 жыл бұрын

Hey Erick! You may have to cut a couple more 1/2" vent holes in the top of your incubator! this will allow more humidity to escape... Wade

@enriquesalgadoaceves9017 7 жыл бұрын

thank you for responding I appreciate it very much.

@orlandovolpatofilho7447 8 жыл бұрын

Hi, in the controller loses power its settings remains or are lost?

@BubbaRountreeOutdoors 8 жыл бұрын

+Orlando Volpato The unit should not loose it's memory in the event of power failure. If it does, it's is malfunctioning!

@orlandovolpatofilho7447 8 жыл бұрын

thank you. Need to check before I buy.

@lillymarie6922 7 жыл бұрын

On the output 12v D.C. Does the mA have to be 800mA ?

@BubbaRountreeOutdoors 7 жыл бұрын

No.

@shannonclubb5468 8 жыл бұрын

Does the heating source have to be DC? I am trying to hook up my heating element from my old incubator, but i cant get it to work. any suggestions? thanks

@aizazkiani4739 6 жыл бұрын

Shannon Clubb yes u can also make with dc 12v but make sure w1209 thermostat 12+ and gnd point power not exceed 12v 5amps is amp amps increses then its damge the components

@aizazkiani4739 6 жыл бұрын

But you can use 12 to 14dc volts on k0 and k1 max 20 amps

@shannonclubb5468 8 жыл бұрын

also if it does have to be dc, what kind of bulbs are you using? I can't get anything to work on mine

@BubbaRountreeOutdoors 8 жыл бұрын

The unit requires 12v dc to operate. The heat source can be regular 120v ac light bulbs.

@shannonclubb5468 8 жыл бұрын

+Bubba Rountree Outdoors I have the power hooked up. it powers on but nothing I hook up as Har as for heat does not work. I tried a bulb set up amd I tried my heating element, and I get nothing. I can hear it kick on and off when I adjust the temp but no light ir no heat.

@AdilKhan-km2uc 8 жыл бұрын

I recently got this above thermostat , but I am not able to connect bulb and unable to set temperature , please sir help me .can anyone will provide sketch .

@AlexandraGoddard 9 жыл бұрын

I've got the thermostat working and the LED changes at the set temperature, however the fan I've attached won't power on. 12V 0.5A Imput (AC adapter supplied from the fan) W1209 themostat (Output 12V 10A) To 12V 0.5A Fan - (7W on label) I can power the fan from a different 9V 1A (9W) adapter with reduced performance. It's been a while since I did any electronics/physics, I'm guessing the thermostat transformed the current up to 10A and this is causing the fan not to work, would someone be able to offer an explanation / solution?

@HomesteadinginSC 9 жыл бұрын

Alexandra Goddard Maybe this will help Alexandra: kzfaq.info/get/bejne/sJOSdZRkxJrDaaM.html

@gardenwind1442 9 жыл бұрын

Rush Lane Poultry & Game Birds I tried 2 of these new thermostats after 6 weeks the points burn out I had them set to 1 ten of a degree . They work great while they worked. Have you had the same problem?

@HomesteadinginSC 9 жыл бұрын

garden wind I had my 1st one fail after 2 years of constant use... I don't use these thermostats anymore! I only use the stc-1000's.

@greenlifesaves 6 жыл бұрын

Alexandra Goddard will 12v 1 ampere adaptor work for w 1209 thermostat?

@kuramathefox4169 7 жыл бұрын

hello sir,did you use the lamp 12v?or 220/240v?.i just wonder why my lamp 220v is not working with this thermostat.i need to use inverter 12v to 220v or not to connect to the light?pls help me for the anwers.tq

@BubbaRountreeOutdoors 7 жыл бұрын

You only need the inverter to power the unit & the fan (if the fan is a 12v DC fan)

@kuramathefox4169 7 жыл бұрын

Bubba Rountree Outdoors tq for quick reply.i got inverter 150w and a fan,now i dont know how how to connect the inverter.i'll try but not working,i bought inverter 150w from ebay and also same with you the thermostat.the inverter have a jumper,i dont know how to use it.it has 110v,200v,220v,and 280v.please help me sir,if you have any contact that i can send the inverter picture,so you can give me the anwers of connection.tq

@HomesteadinginSC 7 жыл бұрын

kzfaq.info/get/bejne/sJOSdZRkxJrDaaM.html

@greenlifesaves 6 жыл бұрын

Sir Can i Use 12 V 1 ampere Adaptor for W 1209 thermostat? I have many 12 v 1 ampere adaptor but dont have 2 ampere adaptor . will it work and load 12v fan and 60 watts bulb?

@BubbaRountreeOutdoors 6 жыл бұрын

I would give it a try! It should work. Wade

@greenlifesaves 6 жыл бұрын

Bubba Rountree Outdoors It worked fine

@BubbaRountreeOutdoors 6 жыл бұрын

awesome!

@rodrigoelgu 9 жыл бұрын

wich one works better this one w1209 or the stc 100 i need one but need input on wich one keeps temperature more stable thanks

@HomesteadinginSC 9 жыл бұрын

rodrigo calderon Both work equally well at holding temps. The w1209 requires a 12 volt dc inverter to operate but if you get a 115 volt stc-1000 you won't need a 12 volt DC inverter.

@rodrigoelgu 9 жыл бұрын

i wanna build my own incubator and cant decide wich one to buy if it was you wich one would you get i know the w1209 is cheaper but i dont mind paying for the stc 100 i just want what would work best thanks for the quick response..

@HomesteadinginSC 9 жыл бұрын

rodrigo calderon My pleasure Rodrigo! If I were building 1 tomorrow, I would prefer the stc-1000.

@rodrigoelgu 9 жыл бұрын

very nice that's what I wanted to know I will buy the stc 1000 thanks

@vaniz2012 10 жыл бұрын

Dear, can I used that for load 220V ?

@BubbaRountreeOutdoors 10 жыл бұрын

Sure you can... as long as the draw doesn't exceed 10 amps!

@vaniz2012 10 жыл бұрын

Bubba Rountree Outdoors thank you very much to your information

@aizazkiani4739 6 жыл бұрын

You can buy same w1209 thermosat which have 12v dc and 220v 10amp relay there are 2 w1209 thermostats 1 have 12v dc 125vac 20 amp buy your thermostat u need if u load on 125vac relay w1209 thermostat with 220v its works but after some times may b 3 to 4 month relay will burn then u need to replace relay its depend on your load how much watts

@mokaltejas3624 9 жыл бұрын

Hey can I use 40w or 60w light bulb on this

@HomesteadinginSC 9 жыл бұрын

I use two 40 watt bulbs in this one! although 60 watt would prolly work as well!

@mokaltejas3624 9 жыл бұрын

Thanks sir for feedback I planing to purchase this for my incubator

@chakiperdomo1372 9 жыл бұрын

Rush Lane Poultry & Game Birds I use 60 watts in mine. Make sure they are away from something to burn..

@jamessnowy5041 8 жыл бұрын

+mokal tejas it can help you www.amazon.com/dp/B016ABPXHW

@pickwick5748 8 жыл бұрын

can it work on 14v

@aizazkiani4739 6 жыл бұрын

Pick Wick yup but 12v is safe

@jafthelrosado2461 10 жыл бұрын

Hello!!, I am jafthel and i like your videos so much I build a wood incubator , if you want i upload the video so you can see it ???

@BubbaRountreeOutdoors 10 жыл бұрын

Hey Jathel! Yesser... I'd love to see the vid!

@edenwayincubator 7 жыл бұрын

Dear sir i make incubator i have w1209 12 volt DC Digital Temp Controller i install w1209 thermostat wiring electric bulb ok but electric bulb automatic temperature of and pc fan not automatic of tell me sir pc fan and electric bulb together 37.5 temperature high and one point low automatic of i watch your all video help me thanks

@aizazkiani4739 6 жыл бұрын

talha talhajee bro you can buy 220v same like your heat source ac fan size same like pc fan 12v dc