BME680 & TSL2591 Sensor Mount

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This enclosure is designed to house a BME680 (temperature, humidity, barometric pressure, and VOC gas sensor) alongside a TSL2591 (lux sensor). It attaches directly to the top of a 1/2" EMT conduit. The angled pipe for the bme680 is specifically engineered to accommodate a 1" PVC tube once the sensor has been secured with a single screw in its center, avoiding any contact. The TSL2591 is positioned beneath a Lexan sheet glued securely to the top of the enclosure. To mount the sensors, I used #12 AWG wire instead of a traditional screw. By stripping about 1/2" of insulation from the end of the wire and sliding the sensor onto it before reapplying the insulation, the sensor remains firmly in place. To prevent heat migration towards the sensor, the 1" pipe is sealed at its entrance. Additionally, I applied a layer of masking tape directly over the light sensor and painted the entire assembly gloss white, including the Lexan and other components, prior to installing it on a pole. Both sensors are connected via the same I2C bus and tapped in the middle within the mount pipe for efficient communication. This setup allows for discreet monitoring without drawing attention. The design file is flexible enough to accommodate minor variations in conduit dimensions. For detailed specifications on the BME680, refer to Bosch Sensortec's product page. The TSL2591 can be found at Adafruit. For beekeeping enthusiasts, HiveTool.net offers a comprehensive monitoring solution.