Complete Equipment List of Sensors & Electronics for Boat Monitoring Systems

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/_onA7S88

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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