Skimmer Cup sensor

[ClawHammer]

Hi there,

I have a GHL float sensor model PL-1889 that I want to fit into my skimmer lid. Is there a part available to extend the thread so it sits further into the skimmer cup?

Currently, the thread on the sensor doesn’t seem long enough to allow it to pass through the skimmer lid and attach the nut. Do I have the wrong part for this purpose?

If you don’t have parts for this please can you advise the size of thread so I can source the parts myself to make the sensor fit.

Many thanks,

CH

[ClawHammer]

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[Vinny]

Hi,

Although the float sensor can be used for this purpose, some DIY work will be needed for the exact reason you've described. Some users have cut the cable and run it through a ridged piece of tubing or RO tube with an inner diameter large enough to run the sensor cable through it. To hold the sensor in-place, take that tube and slide it through one of the holes in the skimmer cup lid. It should fit snugly.

In the end, you'd have something that looks like this:
https://aquadriverusa.com/products/u...ashdown-models

[Rbtmcardle]

Vinny

do you have a programming guide on how to use the PLM-ADIN ( skimmer float switch / cabinet lighting)

I've ordered the Aquadriverusa switch assy you link above

I've searched and cant find any info..

thanks

Hi,

Although the float sensor can be used for this purpose, some DIY work will be needed for the exact reason you've described. Some users have cut the cable and run it through a ridged piece of tubing or RO tube with an inner diameter large enough to run the sensor cable through it. To hold the sensor in-place, take that tube and slide it through one of the holes in the skimmer cup lid. It should fit snugly.

In the end, you'd have something that looks like this:
https://aquadriverusa.com/products/u...ashdown-models

[Vinny]

You need a breakout board like one found on Amazon.
https://www.amazon.com/dp/B00B9GFJAU?ref_=ppx_hzsearch_conn_dt_b_fed_asin_ti tle_1


With this you connect the wire from the float to the BO board and the BO board to the PLM-ADIN card. We explain how to set this up in the ProfiLux here in this article:
https://www.aquariumcomputer.com/kno...immer-control/

[Rbtmcardle]

THanks.. I found your thread on R2R and have the required parts.. will check out the guide now.. thank you!

You need a breakout board like one found on Amazon.
https://www.amazon.com/dp/B00B9GFJAU?ref_=ppx_hzsearch_conn_dt_b_fed_asin_ti tle_1


With this you connect the wire from the float to the BO board and the BO board to the PLM-ADIN card. We explain how to set this up in the ProfiLux here in this article:
https://www.aquariumcomputer.com/kno...immer-control/