Plan to Order iFloat Switches for Auto Top-off (GVRD)

[robert]

Originally Posted by whatcaneyedo

If she really wants an electronic system there doesnt seem to be much in this forum about DIYing one yourself. I suggest starting a new thread in the DIY section so that maybe someone else will chime in and point you in the right direction.

Basic parts needed for simple electronic one would be
- float switch - I would use two, one as safety switch
- low voltage relay to switch on/off line voltage device - pump
- low voltage adapter to run the relay
- actual pump to pump the water

Float switch(es) would be then connected to low voltage side of the relay - think of them as on/off switch. Whole thing could be fit into outdoor pvc receptacle box, equipped with regular electrical plug - one for low voltage adapter and one for the pump. You could also use some LEDs to indicate an operation status.