Equipment for Smart Boating
Explore the equipment featured in our YouTube series on building the ultimate smart boat.
Below, you will find each item listed along with direct links to purchase them on Amazon and AliExpress.
Raspberry Pi:
A small, affordable, and user-friendly computer that’s perfect for boating.
I recommend the Raspberry Pi 3, 3B, 4 or 5 with at least 4GB of RAM. It can handle various tasks and has low power consumption.
Amazon:
Rpi 4
https://geni.us/hwWcaxU
https://geni.us/mhs2ygK
Rpi 5
https://geni.us/Raspberry5-8GB
https://geni.us/Raspberry5-4GB
AliExpress (Pick 4G or 8GB Option):
https://s.click.aliexpress.com/e/_DFqcCiP
Raspberry Pi Case:
Protects the Raspberry Pi from moisture and hazards. Keep it in a dry location below deck, near the boat’s main switchboard.
Amazon:
https://geni.us/m4Y0b
https://geni.us/u6sFQQX
https://geni.us/Raspberry5-case
4G LTE Router:
Enables communication between smart boat components and provides internet access for remote monitoring and control – Router TP-Link TL-MR6400.
Amazon:
https://geni.us/Z1yFZek
Dashboard Displays:
AliExpress (Outdoor Waterproof):
Oukitel RT3 Mini Rugged Tablet 8 Inch HD IP68
https://s.click.aliexpress.com/e/_Dehawj1
AliExpress (Indoor):
PRITOM 8 Inch Tablet Android 13
https://s.click.aliexpress.com/e/_Dd8BkAX
12V to 9V Converter:
If your router model takes 9V.
AliExpress (Select 12V to 9V 3A Option):
https://s.click.aliexpress.com/e/_DDliOIn
12V to 12V Converter:
If your router model takes 12V (Select 3A Option).
AliExpress:
https://s.click.aliexpress.com/e/_DB7Riz5
Heat Sink:
Helps dissipate heat from the Raspberry Pi, ensuring optimal performance in the boat environment.
Amazon:
https://geni.us/8wRR
https://geni.us/mJkAS5P
AliExpress:
https://s.click.aliexpress.com/e/_DcZ56cj
MicroSD Card:
A high-quality A2 class microSD card provides fast, reliable, and durable storage for the Raspberry Pi. At least 32GB is needed.
Amazon:
https://geni.us/F4BQ
AliExpress:
https://s.click.aliexpress.com/e/_ol7ulFF
Ethernet Cable:
Connects the Raspberry Pi to the router for initial configuration. Wi‑Fi can be used later for regular usage.
Amazon:
https://geni.us/TpfWW4
AliExpress:
https://s.click.aliexpress.com/e/_DmHdxQb
USB‑C Cable:
Powers the Raspberry Pi from the boat’s DC power system. Avoid using an inverter for continuous operation.
Amazon:
https://geni.us/5tpz
AliExpress:
https://s.click.aliexpress.com/e/_DFH9izV
USB cigarette lighter plug or USB Hub:
Choose a high power 3A adapter for the Raspberry Pi USB Cable.
Amazon:
https://geni.us/FYfHJ
https://geni.us/edYnmTY
AliExpress:
https://s.click.aliexpress.com/e/_DeJQYSR
https://s.click.aliexpress.com/e/_DlBQrTH
Hall Current Sensor:
Amazon:
https://geni.us/Hall-Sensor-200A
https://geni.us/Hall-Sensor-150A
https://geni.us/Hall-Sensor-100A
https://geni.us/Hall-Sensor-50A
https://geni.us/Hall-Sensor-30A
AliExpress:
Pick Model from 20A to 200A
https://s.click.aliexpress.com/e/_DEoIkCV
Pick Model from 50A to 600A
Note: These need 5V power supply
https://s.click.aliexpress.com/e/_DDHddRB
Anchor Chain Magnetic Sensor:
Amazon:
https://geni.us/chain-counter-sensor
Voltage Sensor INA226:
Amazon:
https://geni.us/Voltage-Sensor-INA226
https://geni.us/INA226
AliExpress (Pick Soldered Version):
https://s.click.aliexpress.com/e/_DBUUJLf
INA3221 Module:
Three INA219s in One Compact Module!
AliExpress (Select soldered option or ask them):
https://s.click.aliexpress.com/e/_on30cDb
INA226 Module:
Amazon:
https://geni.us/INA226
AliExpress (Select soldered option or ask them):
https://s.click.aliexpress.com/e/_DCTVndV
Multimeter with Clamp:
Amazon:
https://geni.us/Multimeter-Clamp
AliExpress (Pick HT206D 600A AC DC Model):
https://s.click.aliexpress.com/e/_DmXicVf
4 Way Zigbee Relay Board:
Amazon:
https://geni.us/4-way-zigbee-relay
AliExpress (Select 4CH Zigbee 7-32V option):
https://s.click.aliexpress.com/e/_DDXm0iv
8 Way Wifi EspHome Relay Board:
AliExpress:
https://s.click.aliexpress.com/e/_DBtGHdL
Shelly 1 Relay Switch:
Amazon:
https://geni.us/Znr9
AliExpress:
https://s.click.aliexpress.com/e/_opCJQp7
SONOFF Zigbee 3.0 USB Dongle Plus Gateway:
Amazon:
https://geni.us/l80Ab
AliExpress:
https://s.click.aliexpress.com/e/_DCj5pzN
Aqara IP67 Water Immersing Sensor Flood Water Leak:
Amazon:
https://geni.us/D06kbNA
https://geni.us/1rb2G4L
AliExpress (Select how many pieces in the item options):
https://s.click.aliexpress.com/e/_DeXguFH
Tuya Zigbee Siren Sound Light Alarm 90dB:
Amazon:
https://geni.us/XFxiTrT
AliExpress:
https://s.click.aliexpress.com/e/_DkTQ4mF
Tuya WiFi Zigbee Smoke Detector Alarm:
AliExpress (Select Zigbee version in options):
https://s.click.aliexpress.com/e/_DCcAuYB
Can Bus Waveshare USB Adapter:
Amazon:
https://geni.us/CAN-USB-Adapter
AliExpress:
https://s.click.aliexpress.com/e/_DDhy7Lj
Can Bus Transceiver SN65HVD230:
With Removable 120 OHM resistor:
https://geni.us/Can-Bus-Trans-120Ohm
With Fixed 120 OHM resistor:
https://geni.us/Can-Waveshare
AliExpress (Without 120 OHM resistor):
https://s.click.aliexpress.com/e/_DeW9gw5
N2000 Network Cable:
Amazon:
https://geni.us/N2k-cable
AliExpress:
https://s.click.aliexpress.com/e/_DDXpH85
Raymarine N2000 Network Cable:
Amazon:
https://geni.us/Raymarine-N2k-cable
ESP32 S3 Faster Model:
Amazon:
https://geni.us/ESP32-S3
https://geni.us/ESP32-S3-B
AliExpress (Select N16R8 KIT):
https://s.click.aliexpress.com/e/_DC2iYxV
ESP32 – 38 pin:
Amazon (Select 38pin model):
https://geni.us/esp32-38pin
AliExpress:
https://s.click.aliexpress.com/e/_Dd47S3F
ESP32 38 pin Breakout Board:
Amazon:
https://geni.us/esp32-38pin-breakout
AliExpress:
https://s.click.aliexpress.com/e/_DdPZGFJ
ESP32 – 30 pin:
Amazon (Select 30pin model):
https://geni.us/esp32-30pins
https://geni.us/esp32-30pin-kit
AliExpress (Micro USB or USB C models):
https://s.click.aliexpress.com/e/_DdFEubR
ESP32 30 pin Expansion Breakout Board:
Amazon:
https://geni.us/esp32-30pin-breakout
AliExpress:
https://s.click.aliexpress.com/e/_DFM8OV7
12v to 5v Converter for ESP32:
Amazon:
https://geni.us/4fpMDiB
AliExpress (Select the 12V to 5V 3A option):
https://s.click.aliexpress.com/e/_Deuww1D
Temperature Sensors Dallas One Wire:
Amazon:
(1M Length)
https://geni.us/vANa
(3M Length)
https://geni.us/7KqXm1w
AliExpress (Select length and pieces option):
https://s.click.aliexpress.com/e/_DByVEZV
Resistors for Temp Sensor (4.7K OHM):
Amazon (Kit of various sizes):
https://geni.us/DWBKQ
AliExpress (Kit of various sizes):
https://s.click.aliexpress.com/e/_DeuWUYb
Junction Box (80mm x 80mm):
Amazon:
https://geni.us/n9oc7
https://geni.us/a3xe
AliExpress (Select 83x81x56mm):
https://s.click.aliexpress.com/e/_DBOgxxV
Dupont breakout cables:
Amazon:
https://geni.us/tKWkywT
AliExpress:
https://s.click.aliexpress.com/e/_DdQTOsx
USB to RS-232 DB9 Serial 9 pin Adapter:
Amazon:
https://geni.us/gXDJT
USB to RS422 Serial Adapter:
Amazon:
https://geni.us/dArAn8
DB-9 Female RS232 Serial Plug:
Amazon:
https://geni.us/X6cOtZq
AliExpress (Select Female option):
https://s.click.aliexpress.com/e/_DmSWQBZ
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