Will Neptune ever release a module specifically for an additional I/O port? (2nd breakout box)

[smartwater101]

I'd like to have another BreakoutBox. But buying a second Ph module (or similar PM module) for 90$ is asking a lot. I feel there should be an option for this by now.

Any chance we'll see this at some point?

 

[TheHarold]

Well, another PM module can have a temperature probe, ph/salinity probe, AND the IO port for breakout. Its pretty nice to have a second temperature probe for redundancy.

 

[smartwater101]

Well, another PM module can have a temperature probe, ph/salinity probe, AND the IO port for breakout. Its pretty nice to have a second temperature probe for redundancy.

I rather not pay 90$ for temperature/pH redundancy. I don't need another PM module. A simple I/O port is all I need.

 

[TheHarold]

I rather not pay 90$ for temperature/pH redundancy. I don't need another PM module. A simple I/O port is all I need.

What I am trying to say is that you ARE NOT paying $90 for temperature or pH redundancy. You are paying $90 for temperature, pH, and IO.

Otherwise, okay, let’s say they release an IO module for $60. Still would be better off with a PM

 

[smartwater101]

What I am trying to say is that you ARE NOT paying $90 for temperature or pH redundancy. You are paying $90 for temperature, pH, and IO.

Otherwise, okay, let’s say they release an IO module for $60. Still would be better off with a PM

No I understand what you mean. I'm just saying one port is all I'm interested in, and its unfortunate the options are limited.

And if they released an I/O port for 60$ they'd be committing highway robbery lol

 

[radiata]

Seems to me you can buy a used PM1 or PM2 for $60 (without any probes). In my opinion, used electronic Apex modules hold up pretty well (as opposed to some units with moving parts). Most of my modules were purchased used, and I have no complaints about any of them...

 

[ca1ore]

It’s always surprised me that there isn’t an I/O port on the EB. I’ve ended up with a few PM1 because I do need additional temp probes.

 

[User]

No I understand what you mean. I'm just saying one port is all I'm interested in, and its unfortunate the options are limited.

And if they released an I/O port for 60$ they'd be committing highway robbery lol

I know, right. An I/o interface box should be like $20 max. Even better- integrate it into a decent individual ground bob so we don’t need two boxes to do the easy job of sending a switch state. Have it plug into the 16 spare aquabus ports I have available on my eb8s, and other modules.

It’s ridiculous that I need to spend 60 or 90 bucks, and also make a nice diy bob (because the Neptune bob is way overpriced and under engineered) , in order to get additional inputs.

It doesn’t take long to max out 12 spots, particularly if you are using them to turn on/off equipment.