DIY Home Security System using Raspberry Pi
DIY Home Security System – Parts list
In this step, we will look at the parts needed for the security device. I have created a list with all the parts. This is just a guideline, you can find all these products on other websites. Also if you have extra time you can probably find better deals or faster shipping times.
Home Security Device – Parts List
DIY security camera raspbery-pi
Note: you can support “Daniel and Dad Laboratories” buying the products from Amazon (see list below)
| Part | Buy on Amazon | Description | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Case |   | a spacious case will allow more sensors and connectors to be added in the future |
| 2 | Raspberry Pi B+ |   | Raspberry Pi B Raspberry Pi B+ Raspberry Pi Model 2 |
| 3 | Camera |   | It is possible to use the regular camera (not the IR one) |
| 4 | Micro SD card |   | Recommended Class 10 with 8G or more |
| 5 | WiFi Usb Dongle |   | |
| 6 | Door Magnetic Switch |   | |
| 7 | Male breadboard jumpers wires |   | any wire that has one end a male breadboard jumper |
| 8 | Micro Usb charger |   | Optional, you can use any charger with at least 1A output |
| 9 | Shrink Tubing Wrap Sleeves |   | Optional, electrical tape can be used. |
| 10 | Speaker wire |   | Measure distance from door to device, can be shorter |
| 11 | Resistor 1k |   |
Also you have to prepare the tools that you probably already own
| Tool | ||
|---|---|---|
| Soldering Iron |   | Optional |
| Soldering Wire |   | Optional |
| Hot Glue Gun |   | Optional |
| Glue Sticks |   | Optional |
| Screwdriver |   | Optional |
