Table 2.
Power Consumption Summary for a 24-Hour Sampling Event.
| Components | Voltage | Current Draw | Runtime per Day | Energy (Wh/day) |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Particle Boron LTE | 3.3 V | 150 mA | 24 h | 11.88 |
| Peristaltic Pump w/DRV8825 | 12 V | 400 mA | 4 min per hour | 7.68 |
| eTape | 3.3 V | 5 mA | 24 h | 0.40 |
| Water Sensor | 5 V | 20 mA | 24 h | 2.40 |
| Total Load | ∼ 22.76 Wh/day | |||
| Solar Input (10 W panel) | 5 h @ 80 % efficiency | 40 Wh/day |