A direct replacement for the IN-18 is a game-changer and a wise move. I dont need any at this time, but I will certainly buy one to test it out as a spare. Right now I only have one spare, and I've been lucky that all of the IN-18's in my 14-tube clock still work just fine.
On Wednesday, January 22, 2025 at 7:31:53 AM UTC-8 Keith Moore wrote: > Use your digit style. Make them different than the IN-18. Leave the IN-18 > to legacy for future collectors. It is never a good idea to copy exactly. > Instead, create a compatible design that future collectors can appreciate > as a different, but compatible design. That's my opinion. > > On Wednesday, January 22, 2025 at 2:37:25 AM UTC-5 Sadudu wrote: > >> After successfully mass-producing the DGM01 Nixie tube, we received >> extensive feedback from our customers. A significant number of inquiries >> were about whether our tubes are compatible with IN18 clocks. Therefore, I >> am considering producing a new IN18 Nixie tube that will feature the same >> base and digit sequence as the original IN18. This will ensure it can be >> directly used in all IN18 clock designs. >> >> The new IN18 will match the original IN18 in size and packaging, allowing >> for direct replacement. The estimated price will be around $59 per tube >> include shipping, with significant discounts for bulk orders (over 100 >> tubes). We plan to produce 5,000 Nixie tubes annually (including DGM01 and >> IN18 and 58mm tube and 83mm large tube) in 2025. >> >> I have a question: Should I stick to the original IN18 digit design, or >> keep the current digit style of the DGM01? Based on customer feedback, many >> find the DGM01's digit design more aesthetically pleasing than the IN18. >> >> Additionally, if anyone is interested in the new IN18 tubes, please let >> me know! We will provide special discounts for early supporters. >> >> For more details about the shape of DGM01, please visit our website: >> inixielab.com >> >> >> >> >> -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "neonixie-l" group. To unsubscribe from this group and stop receiving emails from it, send an email to [email protected]. To view this discussion, visit https://groups.google.com/d/msgid/neonixie-l/7e363afd-ecda-4a92-9396-789d0f66a74an%40googlegroups.com.
