Adding a light Sensor to the two timer diagramm

[vierdane]

I like to Add a 12v DC light Sensor to the two timer diagram posted It work great for three months now. Just have to change the time every so often to follow day light .So we can set the timer to stay active for a 4 to 5 hours time frame in the morning and at night in accordance with day light changes. This way the light sensor open and close the door during that time frame and the timer can turn of the tension to the relais so it doen't draw power for most of the day since on solar the relais that stay energize will drain the baterry Thats why i thought both system could complement . So no more timer modification. If someone could help to integrate a 12v light sensor AS-20/12v
Thanks
Christian

 

[cavemanrich]

First,,,,,,,,,, you would need to post what you have. Pictures, as well as circuit diagram.
From what I gather ,,,, you are trying to have a two system control. That may not be as easy, as just wiring a photo sensor. It may involve setting up additional relays. Then you state your setup is solar operated. That can get challenging since I don't know the capacity of your solar power generation. I generally avoid solar power since I live in urban area, with ether electric power available, or nearby store with batteries for sale.
I personally use an Ador 1 that requires a 6 volt battery $5 changed annually.
It is much easier to convert a Photo sensor operated door to work on a timer, than the other way around.
There are more complex systems that are programmable to adjust open close times accordingly to the date, but I do not have any experience in those types.
I will tag @jthornton ,, he may have a quick solution for you.
WISHING YOU BEST,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,and

 

[jthornton]

I tried a photo cell once on my door but found that without some smarts it was not reliable for me. It closed the door during a thunderstorm...

JT

 

[Mouthpear]

I like to Add a 12v DC light Sensor to the two timer diagram posted It work great for three months now. Just have to change the time every so often to follow day light .So we can set the timer to stay active for a 4 to 5 hours time frame in the morning and at night in accordance with day light changes. This way the light sensor open and close the door during that time frame and the timer can turn of the tension to the relais so it doen't draw power for most of the day since on solar the relais that stay energize will drain the baterry Thats why i thought both system could complement . So no more timer modification. If someone could help to integrate a 12v light sensor AS-20/12v
Thanks
Christian

My advice is to use TWO photocell modules with SPDT relays, HCW-M417 photoresistor module.

Set both to high sensitivity and long time delay.

Setting sensitivity high takes as much light in, indicating the relay should actuate but the long delay stops all the false triggers. So even on a stormy day, there should be enough lasting light to keep the door open.

Set one to 0/turn on when light is present.
Set one to 1/turn off when light is present.

What this does is open or close the door only when both "agree" that it is time to.

If you have a good WIFI signal to coop then just use a SONOFF 4CHPROR3 and set to open at sunrise and sunset.

Or use two astronomical timers.

 

[Mouthpear]

I like to Add a 12v DC light Sensor to the two timer diagram posted It work great for three months now. Just have to change the time every so often to follow day light .So we can set the timer to stay active for a 4 to 5 hours time frame in the morning and at night in accordance with day light changes. This way the light sensor open and close the door during that time frame and the timer can turn of the tension to the relais so it doen't draw power for most of the day since on solar the relais that stay energize will drain the baterry Thats why i thought both system could complement . So no more timer modification. If someone could help to integrate a 12v light sensor AS-20/12v
Thanks
Christian

What solution did you go with