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I just got my AirGradient Ones a couple weeks ago. It was quite nice that I was able to set them up local-only with absolutely no fuss. Works wonderfully with H

by ziml77 2y ago

I just got my AirGradient Ones a couple weeks ago. It was quite nice that I was able to set them up local-only with absolutely no fuss. Works wonderfully with Home Assistant. Also it was definitely worth saving money going with the DIY version. All that they leave for you is final assembly: plugging in 3 modules and wrenching down 4 self-tapping screws.

anotherhue 2y ago
I had the same experience, and honestly was hoping for more work to do. 90 seconds to assemble and it was auto discovered by home assistant in even less time. That said, it's probably overkill for a device whose only 'real' purpose is to tell you when to open your window. Sensible people can get a cheap CO2 meter for $30 that will be accurate enough for that purpose.
- ahaucnx 2y ago
  We used to have a DIY version that required soldering but the problem was that a number of people overestimated their soldering skills and couldn't get it done. Then obviously that is frustrating for them. So we discontinued it for now. I would love to bring back a more "advanced" version in the future.
  - ploxiln 2y ago
    I'm sad to hear that the DIY Basic is "discontinued for now", rather than just "out of stock". I built mine about a year ago and I'm quite happy with it. (I later got the "ONE indoor kit" for my parents, since it has a nicer case included.) But I understand if the customer support (and PR ...) were too difficult to deal with for this particular offering. It is rather open hardware... I notice now there are "gerbers" of the DIY basic PCB that you make available, so I should be able to order PCBs from PCBWay or JLC-PCB, and the other sensors and parts directly from you or from AliExpress. Though if not for that DIY Basic kit you offered before, I'd consider the project a bit risky for my level of design/part-sourcing. So, thanks!
    - ahaucnx 2y ago
      The DIY basic will be back in stock soon. What we discontinued is the DIY pro that was the larger unit but to be soldered.
      - ploxiln 2y ago
        Oh ok, sounds great. (... I did solder the pin headers and PM-sensor cable connector on my DIY basic, which was fun, but I still think it's a great option even if only available pre-soldered.)
etrautmann 2y ago
Thanks for the rec, decided to try it out based on your comment.
illiac786 2y ago
You’re forgetting the lab testing. The pre-assembled one has been tested to meet specific standards, something I will never be able to do at home.
- ziml77 2y ago
  True, though I have to believe that the line the sensors themselves are coming off of has QC to ensure they the batches seem to be operating within spec. And I knew I wasn't getting the full factory testing, but for a home installation I am not worried about that. If the values happen to be a bit off, it's no big deal.

by ziml77 2y ago

anotherhue 2y ago

I had the same experience, and honestly was hoping for more work to do. 90 seconds to assemble and it was auto discovered by home assistant in even less time. That said, it's probably overkill for a device whose only 'real' purpose is to tell you when to open your window. Sensible people can get a cheap CO2 meter for $30 that will be accurate enough for that purpose.

ahaucnx 2y ago
We used to have a DIY version that required soldering but the problem was that a number of people overestimated their soldering skills and couldn't get it done. Then obviously that is frustrating for them. So we discontinued it for now. I would love to bring back a more "advanced" version in the future.
- ploxiln 2y ago
  I'm sad to hear that the DIY Basic is "discontinued for now", rather than just "out of stock". I built mine about a year ago and I'm quite happy with it. (I later got the "ONE indoor kit" for my parents, since it has a nicer case included.) But I understand if the customer support (and PR ...) were too difficult to deal with for this particular offering. It is rather open hardware... I notice now there are "gerbers" of the DIY basic PCB that you make available, so I should be able to order PCBs from PCBWay or JLC-PCB, and the other sensors and parts directly from you or from AliExpress. Though if not for that DIY Basic kit you offered before, I'd consider the project a bit risky for my level of design/part-sourcing. So, thanks!
  - ahaucnx 2y ago
    The DIY basic will be back in stock soon. What we discontinued is the DIY pro that was the larger unit but to be soldered.
    - ploxiln 2y ago
      Oh ok, sounds great. (... I did solder the pin headers and PM-sensor cable connector on my DIY basic, which was fun, but I still think it's a great option even if only available pre-soldered.)

etrautmann 2y ago

Thanks for the rec, decided to try it out based on your comment.

illiac786 2y ago

You’re forgetting the lab testing. The pre-assembled one has been tested to meet specific standards, something I will never be able to do at home.

ziml77 2y ago
True, though I have to believe that the line the sensors themselves are coming off of has QC to ensure they the batches seem to be operating within spec. And I knew I wasn't getting the full factory testing, but for a home installation I am not worried about that. If the values happen to be a bit off, it's no big deal.