Re: [neonixie-l] Re: Photoshot from a defective IN-4 Tube

The microscope is: Andonstar V160 2MP USB Digital - nothing special, but with fully licensed Software AMCap 9.23 The stand is ab bit shaky, wobbly and fiddly for manual focus - but it is enough for my needs. Pramanicin schrieb am Samstag, 19. September 2020 um 15:46:11 UTC+2: > Those are great

[neonixie-l] Re: Photoshot from a defective IN-4 Tube

Tonight I had two broken IN-4 tubes again - the old bug again - whiskers. But this time the error pattern extends to the years of production 11/75 and 03/78. I will never use these tubes next to the IN-1 and IN-2 in future projects. Never had so much trouble with Nixie tubes as with the IN-1,

[neonixie-l] Re: Anyone recognize these?

Maybe the ZM1122 ? -- 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

[neonixie-l] Re: Nixie film appearance - Chernobyl miniseries

Greetings, I would disagree with you all and say that this is the Z57xM series from W & F Germany Am Freitag, 7. Juni 2019 23:09:29 UTC+2 schrieb Kevin A.: > > I've been watching the HBO miniseries about Chernobyl (which is very > entertaining without disrespecting most of the facts). Without

[neonixie-l] Re: Black'n'Wood Nixie Clock is available

Hi have great respect for Dieter, even own some of his clocks/boards but for a hobbyists discussion group the words 'Overt' and 'Advertising' come to mind. Especially in light of this comment made before by Nick: Just a polite reminder that this forum is NOT a commercial marketplace - there are

[neonixie-l] Re: Off topic Circuit for automatic cat door.

Ermm and you find the mutilation of an animal ok? You find terrorising another animal ok? You think the extermination of a group by unnatural means (a 'domestic' cat is not natural) is ok? A fellow cat lover told me that once they trimmed off their cat's whiskers and the can would be ware of

Re: [neonixie-l] LM9022 is back

Hi Grahame I too just looked a saw they were out of stock. I have a few VFD's 'hanging around' so would be interested in 5 for myself. I was going to offer the group to buy a load just to save on postage but I'm not registered atm and it would be a non-business acc anyway so would be grateful

[neonixie-l] Re: Second Scope Clock

Grahame another well thought out device you have there looking great especially like the sunrise/set (and forthcoming moon phase) option. Great to see you're still busy in the workshop (must contact you soon) Dave On Tuesday, 13 November 2012 10:24:51 UTC, Grahame Marsh wrote: Work in

[neonixie-l] Re: Nixie watch case update

On Wednesday, 7 November 2012 16:13:10 UTC, yuckymucky wrote:I like the new design, kinda glad I held off on getting one of the originals as I will most certainly be getting one of your new designs. Already have the money stashed away. Really? You check your watch every 7 minutes during

[neonixie-l] Re: Nixie watch case update

, November 7, 2012 10:24:43 AM UTC-7, Lucky wrote: Regardless, on viewing amount/times, as I understand it you have a tilt sensor to enable the tubes at a set angle but will not the tubes also ignite during normal everyday wearing? For instance my arm right now as I type is at the ideal viewing

[neonixie-l] Re: Nixie watch case update

IMO the rightmost one looks both sturdier and better designed with the larger shaped lugs. Dave. On Tuesday, 6 November 2012 06:24:41 UTC, nixiebunny wrote: Dear all, In spite of having designed a new sleek Nixie watch, I still have many requests for the big old style. I can't argue; the

[neonixie-l] Re: The 'Nixie' tube I made last summer, and promised I'd share-

I love your FSM! On Saturday, 29 September 2012 13:34:52 UTC+1, dylan roelofs wrote: Hey Howdy everyone- I finally updated my webpage; frankly, my very least favorite thing to do in the summer... I'm at www.incandescentsculpture.com- Under 'Vacuum Tubes I've got a little writeup,

Re: [neonixie-l] Re: Anode Mesh or Anode Grid?

Dieter your idea of a 'hobby' is what we mere mortals class as 'a business' haha On Tuesday, 25 September 2012 21:38:59 UTC+1, Nocrotec wrote: Hi! A day?! Yes, a day Whoah, i had no idea you could be that busy! Are you selling clocks / tubes as a fulltime job? No no...

[neonixie-l] Mullard ZM1200 for sale

Hey all I have only just seen this and it's only got 4hrs to go but one of you mat be interested http://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/Rare-ZM1200-Pandicon-14-digit-Nixie-Tube-Mullard-Valve-Indicator-display-/200816424388 I've nothing to do with the sale but though of interest Dave -- You received this

[neonixie-l] Re: My new Scope Clock site, Oscilloclock.com

Excellent clock Aaron very impressive, wishing I had one. On Monday, 3 September 2012 15:17:17 UTC+1, Oscilloclock wrote: Hi everyone, I think scope clocks are a little off-topic here but wanted to let people know - Years ago, I saw David's incredible Scope

Re: [neonixie-l] Re: Elektronika 7-06M

John, who is this Vitaly you refer to? On Saturday, 25 August 2012 15:52:49 UTC+1, jrehwin wrote: - one tube has been broken in transit and I have to replace it with IV-26 type 1, as I cannot find type 2 tube, even on ebay or in Russia yet... Vitaly, do you have any of the type 2

[neonixie-l] Re: Anyone have an Eagle library for Soviet K176-series ICs?

Although I cannot give you any information re Eagle I would say apart from translating into English leave it as it is. style more understandable to Western readers Who does not understand this format? numbers noted in a random position when a signal enters / exits the bus The numbers are in

Re: [neonixie-l] Re: Question on mains

I thought the o/p wanted a 120v ISOLATED supply? Using this circuit will not only give you 240v but it will NOT be isolated. A point to be concerned about is not just 'mains' supply but ANY High Voltage supply, isolated or not can be lethal or injurious to health, any voltage greater than 40

Re: [neonixie-l] Nixie thermometer in Elektor journal

I hadn't even thought about tire sizes... and leave 'our' 50hz alone haha, out of interest though this is from the Institute of Electrical and Electronics Engineers (IEEE) There is speculation that the value of 50 Hz was chosen in Europe as being an element in the metric “Series of Preferred

Re: [neonixie-l] Nixie thermometer in Elektor journal

just remember Tf = (9/5)*Tc+32, simples ;) On Wednesday, 4 July 2012 10:58:23 UTC+1, Nick wrote: On Wednesday, 4 July 2012 05:28:41 UTC+1, Lucky wrote: Still makes me laugh, here in the UK people use Fahrenheit when describing 'hot' days but Centigrade when 'cold'! Anyway I think it should

Re: [neonixie-l] where can I get IN-18 tubes at a reasonable price?

What handy information. Can any of you who have handled many of these tubes confirm (or not) these findings? This alone would make a great 'sticky' but we don't/can't do the, bugger. On Monday, 2 July 2012 14:31:21 UTC+1, Jeff Thomas wrote: Speaking from considerable experience; you must drive

Re: [neonixie-l] Nixie thermometer in Elektor journal

Still makes me laugh, here in the UK people use Fahrenheit when describing 'hot' days but Centigrade when 'cold'! Anyway I think it should be measured in 'Kelvins' ;) On Wednesday, 4 July 2012 05:20:32 UTC+1, Dave wrote: In the article, the author states that F is not on the IN-19 tube he

Re: [neonixie-l] where can I get IN-18 tubes at a reasonable price?

but I can't beat down the ebay price can't (don't want to!) ;) *grins -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups neonixie-l group. To view this discussion on the web, visit https://groups.google.com/d/msg/neonixie-l/-/UHBb4tTeji0J. To post to this group,

[neonixie-l] Re: Finally completed my latest project...

Kudos Tony, Kudos! and here was me looking at illuminating a glass chess set, this totally outshines that (Pun intended). The most novel application I have ever seen and being interested in the 'steampunk' genre right up my street. (I want one lol) On Thursday, 21 June 2012 20:36:01 UTC+1, Tony

[neonixie-l] Re: Finally completed my latest project...

Have to laugh Tony. You started off this thread with the words ...so I decided to build something that couldn't suffer from feature creep. Hah! Fool you, you showed it to us! Now we have a never ending list of 'features' for you to add. Mind you something like this chess set just screams out

[neonixie-l] Re: Nixie Tube Tester

What are the safety reasons Jeff? I recommend removing the large electolytic capacitor from the board, and replacing it with a small polyester cap of about .5 to 1uf maximum (for safety reasons). Regards, Jeff -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google

[neonixie-l] Re: Nixie Tube Tester

Just to add another into the pot...there is always this from kosbo.com: http://www.kosbo.com/index.php?option=com_virtuemartpage=shop.browsecategory_id=9Itemid=18 also on ebay:

[neonixie-l] Re: Blue Magic Nixie Watch

GOOOD LOOOKING Michel I want one haha. Seriously great to see the finished item, does it meet all your/our ;) expectations? Anything you would have changed/ On Friday, 18 May 2012 02:15:41 UTC+1, Cobra007 wrote: G'day Folks! It's been about 4 1/2 months since I had a eureka moment of how to

[neonixie-l] Re: Kopriso Nixie Watch third glimpse

Great Michel, looking fine I must say congrats on your hard work. Will be interesting to see the case/strap you design for it. On Thursday, 10 May 2012 08:27:58 UTC+1, Cobra007 wrote: Programming is almost done! There are 9 settings that the user can change according to his/her preference.

[neonixie-l] Re: Nixie Watch First Glimpse

Great little taster (or should that be 'teaser') Michel, look forward to seeing you develop it further, must be great seeing it finally take shape. On Thursday, 12 April 2012 09:50:39 UTC+8, Cobra007 wrote: I had a bit of time this week to get the first module working. It's not finished yet,

[neonixie-l] Re: Yet another scope clock

Something I have noticed Grahame, looks like you have got a nice deep etch with a clean cut to it. How calculated was that? And/or was it in and out of the bath multiple times until you got it as you liked? On Wednesday, 7 March 2012 17:20:02 UTC, Sgitheach wrote:

[neonixie-l] Re: Yet another scope clock

Yep definitely a nice clock Grahame, great use of such a small tube. There is certainly enough information there to put together one of our own (which I shall be doing) I have in mind a novel case design and like the steampunk genre which this lends its self to. I like your idea David, I would

Re: [neonixie-l] Scope clock with a difference

Very nice Morris well worth the effort you must have put into it. Dave. On Tuesday, 6 March 2012 18:22:15 UTC, W1SBY wrote: That is nice! Let us know if you decide to kit them. 73 de W1SBY On Mar 6, 2012 3:27 AM, morrisodell vilgo...@bigpond.net.au wrote: Hi all, Here is a video of the

[neonixie-l] Re: New top price for B7971's?

Oy, there is nothing wrong with being called 'Dave'! Dave ;) On 6 Mar, 15:35, Jeff Thomas nixich...@gmail.com wrote: On Tuesday, March 6, 2012 8:23:47 AM UTC-7, Michail wrote:  Sold For: US $575.00 Michail In the auction listing at the bottom: ***You may call me (Dave) anytime at

[neonixie-l] Re: Important Lesson Learned Today...

Wow, slow down chaps, must be a highly talented thing all this having a dig. All Michel said (in response to a comment For future reference, the TI SN75468 has seven MPSA42s in it) was They are not exactly the same, standard MPSA42s are 300V while as the SN75468 is only 100V. (which is true) then

Re: ROFF Topic --- e: [neonixie-l] Re: Behavior of nixie tube

thought of starting a new thread Off topic to keep active for these sorts of discussions anyone agree (or not)? (Anyone would have thought I'm trying to build a sense of 'community' lol) Dave. (Not so) On 20 Feb, 01:28, Lucky dave.lucky.po...@gmail.com wrote: Lol but true Charles On 20 Feb, 01:21

[neonixie-l] Re: Behavior of nixie tube

is worth about $75 billion, just because of all the information it has from so many people. Michel On Feb 19, 10:38 am, Lucky dave.lucky.po...@gmail.com wrote: I know what you mean but unfortunately I think our 'privacy' is a thing of the past. After all it is not only commerce

[neonixie-l] Re: Another shameless plug - Z302C DEKATRON with bezel

Lol, I'll answer if you don't mind. 150762238825 I found it with a simple search ;) On 19 Feb, 18:12, kay486 luckyl...@gmail.com wrote: Could you post the link here? On Feb 19, 1:38 am, Johns h...@groveoz.info wrote: I have just listed a Z302C dekaton tube in original carton and bezel

[neonixie-l] Re: Behavior of nixie tube

Hey Grahame thanks for those links especially the GE manual, just what I need to brush up on my theory. As a point of (possible) discussion there is one thing I totally disliked. Upon first linking to the site 'Scribd' I/we are greeted with a message: You Must be Logged in to Download a

[neonixie-l] Re: Question on haze around nixie digit

Hope you don't mind me jumping in on this thread. I apologise if so, but seemed relevant and I think Dylan has been answered. Regarding blue spots: I am of the understanding that if you drive a nixie with too low a Ucc that a blue stop may appear (although still do not understand why?) I was

Re: [neonixie-l] Question on haze around nixie digit

Don't know who is worse here. Dieter for first stating 'Ucc' (I think maybe we are talking Vcc?) Regardless Ucc had been taken to mean something cold cathode voltage Have you not bothered to read the entire thread? Me for repeating the same (or maybe just being naive) Or 3 useless replies 2

Re: [neonixie-l] Question on haze around nixie digit

Don't know who is worse here. Dieter for first stating 'Ucc' (I think maybe we are talking Vcc?) Regardless Ucc had been taken to mean something cold cathode voltage Have you not bothered to read the entire thread? Me for repeating the same (or maybe just being naive) Or 3 useless replies 2 of

[neonixie-l] Re: Scope Pocket Watch movie

I would have to agree with you Michel, just quoting the Latin word's literal meaning (in this case I found out(?)) does not convey the nuances or why/when/how that word was used and it what context. I'm sure we ALL could give examples of Latin words and their literal meaning but without context

[neonixie-l] Re: Mercury - couple pics

Great vid Michel, exactly the same as what I was trying to describe and forgot that yes they clean the plate with arsenic too. Typical Ossie, when asked did they know of the dangers of mercury back then...Oh yeah, they knew...just paid em more and they stopped work when they got severe headaches

[neonixie-l] Re: IN-18 Blue Dream Nixie Clock available now!!!

I think it's a great clock stuffed full of features and would really like one but I too think it is on the expensive side. 179 Euro (inc tax I'm in the UK) just for the board kit + you have to buy the needed transformer @24 Euro + the colons @19 Euro separately! Surely a critical part

[neonixie-l] Re: Class action lawsuit...

So lots of schoolboys would break open a thermometer and coat the ha'penny with the mercury to make it silver and pass it off as a shilling Hate to admit it, I was one of those boys. I was 'hero' of the class for a short term when I showed them that trick lol, our class was banned from having

[neonixie-l] Re: Class action lawsuit...

health from working with mercury? On 10 Feb, 01:58, Cobra007 mic...@xiac.com wrote: Nice one Lucky. A couple of years we visited Old Mogo Townhttp://www.oldmogotown.com.au/ The gold was extracted from the rocks exactly how you describe it. I also raised the question there about the mercury used

[neonixie-l] Re: Playing around in Inventor

Either way I for one like it. I would even wear it myself 'ladies' label or not. My own personal opinion is also that a wider strap suits it (or me better), looking at the range of straps available I'm sure someone could find the one that suits them. So long as it has some 'standard' size/fitment

[neonixie-l] Re: Nixie watch madness

On this subject do you think these are a good idea? http://www.all-battery.com/browseproducts/Protection-circuit-Module-%28-PCB-%29-for-3.7V-Li-Polymer-Battery-%288.5A-limit%29-PCB1S.html I have a nixie clock circuit that uses a LiPo or Li-Ion as backup but unsure of its charging capabilities

[neonixie-l] Re: Nixie watch madness

8:42 AM, Lucky wrote: On this subject do you think these are a good idea? http://www.all-battery.com/browseproducts/Protection-circuit-Module-%... I have a nixie clock circuit that uses a LiPo or Li-Ion as backup but unsure of its charging capabilities Dave. It's best to buy a cell

[neonixie-l] Re: Nixie watch madness

and flight times only dreamed of a few years ago. (I quite fancy getting into RC helicopters /or something turbine powered later this year) On 3 Feb, 17:48, Jeff Thomas nixich...@gmail.com wrote: On Feb 3, 8:42 am, Lucky dave.lucky.po...@gmail.com wrote: On this subject do you think these are a good

[neonixie-l] NL-8091's for sale on ebay

Hi all I am in no way associated with this but thought someone in the group maybe interested in this ebay item No.220944106131 on the US site. It's a rack mount case with 6x pre-wired sockets and 6x NL-8091 end view nixies. Too much for me (I have just been told so!) but think its a great start

[neonixie-l] Re: Hello from Sydney

Wow Frank, whilst we could accuse Michel of being 'over exuberant' I don't think (I hope our fellow forum members) there is any need to be rude! How about doing our best to keep it polite and friendly? Michel I wish you the best in your venture and look forward to seeing your results, you are

[neonixie-l] Re: New clock

Excellent Jon and much more how much more could you fit in? haha Mmm can see me wanting one of these as a kit too On 25 Jan, 02:02, Jon dekat...@nomotron.com wrote: As some of you know, a few years ago I made a little numitron clock using IV-9 and IV-16 tubes hooked up to run off a USB port.

[neonixie-l] Re: valve data book price

Seems like there are collectors for these manuals (it lists valve characteristics/pin numbering (with some errors)) for use with an avo valve meter. Here is a link to a pdf copy of the 23th edition http://frank.pocnet.net/instruments/AVO/MF/100815_AVO_VDM_23.pdf certainly a lot of valves covered

[neonixie-l] Re: trying to wrap my head around making a clock out of this

From the National Grid (Who supply/transmit our electricity) System frequency will therefore vary around the 50 Hz target and National Grid has statutory obligations to maintain the frequency within +/- 0.5Hz around this level. However, National Grid normally operates within more stringent

[neonixie-l] Re: IN-14 bases

I would like to thank Konstantin for sending me 6 spacers FOC Happy days. Dave On 1 Jan, 15:33, Lucky dave.lucky.po...@gmail.com wrote: Wow an early christmas present, that would be great thanks Konstantin. I will send you an email with my address. Cheers, Dave. On 1 Jan, 13:27, kosbo.com

[neonixie-l] Re: Where can I send customers for 12VDC wall-warts in UK in particular, EU in general.

I think you will find it is all subsidised in china, how else are they going to take over the world? Seriously though you will be buying EXACTLY the same component (with exceptions of course) look on any item you have it will generally say 'made in China'. I do a fair amount of buying/selling

[neonixie-l] Re: Where can I send customers for 12VDC wall-warts in UK in particular, EU in general.

Indeed had you not pointed out it is a fake I would have not been surprised. Like the old saying goes you can't believe everything you read/see Guess that goes for my posts too. Bit like this http://www.metacafe.com/watch/824477/6_volt_battery_hack_youll_be_amazed/ Yes you can get some very dodgy

[neonixie-l] Re: IN-14 bases

Wow an early christmas present, that would be great thanks Konstantin. I will send you an email with my address. Cheers, Dave. On 1 Jan, 13:27, kosbo.com k...@kosbo.com wrote: Hi Dave, I have only 6 spacers, they are white-ish, but slightly differerent in colour Let me know if you would

[neonixie-l] Re: IN-14 bases

, Turbokeu chris.deceuni...@skynet.be wrote: On 31 Dec, 09:12, Nick n...@desmith.net wrote: On Dec 31, 6:55 am, Lucky dave.lucky.po...@gmail.com wrote: So does no-one know where to get these spacers? They generally come with each tube - I've never seen them sold separately. Nick Hi

[neonixie-l] Re: IN-14 bases

So does no-one know where to get these spacers? On 29 Dec, 01:35, Lucky dave.lucky.po...@gmail.com wrote: Sorry my bad, 'spacers' that act as a 'base' for them. I wrote bases yet have been searching using the term spacers, crazy the way the mind works sometimes eh. On 29 Dec, 01:30, Nicholas

[neonixie-l] IN-14 bases

Hi all. Does anyone know where I can get some IN-14 bases from? I've had a look around and cant see anyone (or completely missed them) I have a handful that I need bases for also a set of 6 ZM1177's that I think I can use the same bases on. I'm in the UK but don't mind purchasing from virtually

[neonixie-l] Re: Spinner Driven by 0A5 Gas Trigger

Thank you David (See had it wrong all this time, you can tell I don't play around with 'valves' all that much) On 19 Dec, 19:01, David Forbes dfor...@dakotacom.net wrote: On 12/19/11 11:21 AM, Lucky wrote: Isn't it 'filament' for indirect (as the heat is almost a by product) and 'heater

[neonixie-l] Re: Spinner Driven by 0A5 Gas Trigger

I would be interested to follow what you do Grahame as I too would like to convert one to 230v. (Is this not the one? http://threeneurons.wordpress.com/dekatron-stuff/) On 19 Dec, 09:38, Grahame Marsh grahame.ma...@googlemail.com wrote: On 18/12/2011 21:43, threeneurons wrote: Circuit goes

[neonixie-l] Re: Spinner Driven by 0A5 Gas Trigger

anyway, got me on track and I'm sure Grahame who's thread I've stuck my oar into. :-) On 19 Dec, 17:43, threeneurons threeneur...@yahoo.com wrote: On Dec 19, 3:57 am, Lucky dave.lucky.po...@gmail.com wrote: I would be interested to follow what you do Grahame as I too would like to convert one

[neonixie-l] Re: have you ever seen/ IN18

Hey they are obviously yours Michael, bit slow at putting 2 2 together (I'm going to blame the pain killers lol) Even without nixies your bases/cases are the best looking most professional build I have seen. I so much want to copy some of your ideas they are so good. Be proud mate and thank you

[neonixie-l] Re: have you ever seen/ IN18

I have been very much considering dipping a set of nixies myself. Has anyone got a set of pictures of them dipped and running, especially in stages of dimming too? On 23 Nov, 00:30, astroschmidt roger.leif...@freenet.de wrote: Hi westdave, yes. I have all my originally clear nixies (including

[neonixie-l] Re: have you ever seen/ IN18

Bugger should have remembered seeing that, no doubt about it..memories failing. VERY nice clocks this guy makes put any of my attempts to shame, so much wish I had a workshop (and time, and money haha) Mmm I have 2x6 IN-18 sets think I will give it ago after we get (the 'C' word) out of the way.

[neonixie-l] Re: 110VAC mains though voltage doubler

Would have to correct you there, surely across phases of 110v (to neutral) supply you would get 208 volts. Across phases of a 220/240v supply will be 380/415v. Phases being 120 degrees apart. On 20 Nov, 15:59, Charles MacDonald cm...@zeusprune.ca wrote: On 11-11-20 10:46 AM, Brian P. Poi wrote:

[neonixie-l] Re: B7971 eBay Auction

...There's been quite a few B7971's on eBay lately. I still can't understand why IN-14's have gotten so expensive! Cheers, Nick Sent from my iPhone On Nov 16, 2011, at 19:12, micha...@aol.com wrote: Who was the lucky winner of item 320791147606 I wonder if it has something

[neonixie-l] Re: WAY way off topic but they light up...

Okay thought I had it until I saw this clip, start from about 6.20. Similar setup except he has 4 coloured washers and 4 pegs (per light) to hang them on http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=l9ShZQepZ0o That's a new twist. (AFAIK) On 14 Nov, 20:27, orange_glow_fan grandpacorv...@yahoo.com wrote: Hi,

[neonixie-l] Re: Photographing VFDs...

Something you may want to try is to turn off all lights/take in a darkened room. This way you are zeroing in on the light emitted from the tube rather than reflected light from external sources. Here are some examples I just tried, although of a nixie clock I am completing (I don't have any VFD's

[neonixie-l] Re: Nixies and cars

for this sort of abuse. Use wire-ended nixies supported on soft grommets or pinned nixies with anti-vibration mounts on the tube bases. I suspect that this approach might help a bit, but not a huge amount... Having said that, you'll probably be fine. On Oct 15, 4:29 am, Lucky dave.lucky.po

[neonixie-l] Nixies and cars

Hi all, My name is Dave I'm a semi retired (due to disability) electric passenger train builder/electrician. My hobbies are varied ranging from custom car design/build to electronic gadget maker. Enough about me. Has anyone here any knowledge/experience/hints/tips on using nixies (and neons) in a

[neonixie-l] Re: Nixies and cars

? http://www.electricstuff.co.uk/mikesclocks.html#smallnc Nick On Fri, Oct 14, 2011 at 4:47 PM, Lucky dave.lucky.po...@gmail.com wrote: Hi all, My name is Dave I'm a semi retired (due to disability) electric passenger train builder/electrician. My hobbies are varied ranging from custom

[neonixie-l] Re: Nixies and cars

Vibrated into oblivion There's a surprise haha. Yes was thinking down the cable grommet route, around the base and tops of the tube(s) rather than the nipples and/or mounting using silicon 'sealant'. Circuit boards using anti-vibration mountings too. That should reduce the higher frequency

[neonixie-l] Re: Nixies and cars

I live over the water in the sunny UK...okay not so sunny! Dang I had a look a the book on the link you provided David, problem is is led to other books on the subject I fancied too :) looks an interesting read, will look out for it along with some of the others I don't want to get lots of

[neonixie-l] Re: sharing list for parts/stuff in SE England

Also in Kent, specifically (after sign up) says London post-codes only, Mmm shame On 17 July, 21:40, thatbrock thatbr...@gmail.com wrote: Those of you in London/SE England might be interested in reHack London - a forum for sharing and re-using stuff that's cluttering up your workbench - and

[neonixie-l] Re: Counterfeit Nixie Clocks on eBay

Unfortunately you can only report items that are a: a direct infringement of you intellectual property rights but first you must be a member of the VeRO Programme, and be the owner of the said rights (with proof) or b: report an item that you believe a 'Potential trademark infringement', the other

[neonixie-l] Re: Counterfeit Nixie Clocks on eBay

Noop still there listing number 200615277384 some reason the end of my link got truncated (? Most prob my fault) On 8 June, 04:01, Stuckey br...@ineedcaffeine.com wrote: And it looks like the infringing auction has been removed! -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the

[neonixie-l] Re: IV-21 tiny VFD Clock

Another coll clock from the 'House of Kosbo' well done mate. The only thing I would like to see (and which has put me off buying any of these style clocks) in the tube mounted horizontally, ie twisted 90o so the digits face 'up' and the power socket facing the 'new' rear so as it could be mounted

[neonixie-l] Re: IV-21 tiny VFD Clock

*coll..try 'cool'. On 2 Apr, 12:02, Lucky dave.lucky.po...@gmail.com wrote: Another coll clock from the 'House of Kosbo' well done mate. The only thing I would like to see (and which has put me off buying any of these style clocks) in the tube mounted horizontally, ie twisted 90o so

[neonixie-l] Re: IV-21 tiny VFD Clock

://cgi.ebay.co.uk/ws/eBayISAPI.dll?ViewItemitem=250651429581ssP... The only problem is that unlike sideveiw IV18 clock, for some reasons this kit does not sell well ;-(   Best regards, Konstantinwww.kosbo.com On 2 Apr, 12:02, Lucky dave.lucky.po...@gmail.com wrote: Another coll

[neonixie-l] Re: Favorite obfuscated DST rules..

Hey Will et al You may find this pertinent: ...One might wonder why the Babylonians chose the number 360. The reason is that their number system was based on the number 60. To compare, we base our number system on 10. For us, 10 is a nice, round number and we find it very convenient to count in

[neonixie-l] Re: 6 Digit Direct-Drive B7971 clock kit

It's got my interest for sure On 25 Feb, 19:21, MichaelB mbari...@dslextreme.com wrote: To all, As some of you may know, Carl Ott of this forum has done a wonderful 6 digit direct-drive clock design for the B7971. I have been working with Carl and another forum member and have had a batch of

[neonixie-l] Re: Cogwheel Nixie Clock now for sale.

Great looking clock Nothing wrong with either link by the way (www or http) If a w3 link has stopped working with your browser then your browser is 'broken' or infected with spyware! (But that's the problem when you don't upgrade with the latest security patches!) Hackers RELY on you not

[neonixie-l] Re: Sputnix Clock...

I would repeat the questions from John. Can you describe the exact issues you are having, does the controller have ANY effect, maybe then someone can shine a light on your problem. Often a fresh look can point you in the right direction. Unsure why Kerry would not want to 'publish' it here but his

[neonixie-l] Re: Weasel update: E-bay Imitation is the sincerest form of flat...

Well spotted. That is something I never realised and sure other people have missed. Dave. (Goes off to change his settings) On 8 Feb, 14:56, orange_glow_fan grandpacorv...@yahoo.com wrote: As an aside, how many are aware that Ebay routinely places pictures, that sellers upload to their

[neonixie-l] Re: Weasel update: E-bay Imitation is the sincerest form of ...

Lol, and what do we know about the it 'happened to a friend' story's? (They are generally unreliable) Ebay's words are quite unambiguous use photos that YOU upload to your listings, All photos in all listings will be automatically reviewed for possible inclusion in the catalogue, unless you opt

[neonixie-l] Re: Cylinder Pics Where to get cool clock housings?]

for wires and stuff, but it's not really necessary. On Feb 4, 10:13 am, Lucky dave.lucky.po...@gmail.com wrote: Hey Tim here is the simplest way to reduce file size using windows: Open your file (picture) then click 'save as' this will give you the option to reduce the quality therefore file

[neonixie-l] Re: Cylinder Pics Where to get cool clock housings?]

in the US, then LaingT emailed me suggesting the air cylinder. Personally, I like the air cylinder idea a lot better, it's also a lot more unique and original IMO. The radio thing has been done pretty often. Plus, metal and glass is a really great combination. Will On Feb 4, 12:38 pm, Lucky

[neonixie-l] Re: Any interest in slot machine projection displays?

Something like that ;-) On 5 Feb, 00:09, Lucky dave.lucky.po...@gmail.com wrote: Actually if you get someone to 'ask a question'-will you ship to wxy, then you can add that you will ship worldwide, ask me for details, or similar in your answer and show it. Dave. On 5 Feb, 00:02, Jeff

[neonixie-l] Re: recommendation for anode resistor for 2x2 multiplexed IN-14s @166-170v?

Hi all, been following this discussion with interest I have learnt quite a bit from it myself, thanks, getting the 'courage' to build my own nixie circuit rather than copying others. However I just had to jump in (both feet first) Will you really want to listen to somebody else other than your

[neonixie-l] Re: recommendation for anode resistor for 2x2 multiplexed IN-14s @166-170v?

And I need to learn to spell 'advise'? Maybe 'advice' would be better, lol. On 26 Jan, 14:44, Lucky dave.lucky.po...@gmail.com wrote: Hi all, been following this discussion with interest I have learnt quite a bit from it myself, thanks, getting the 'courage' to build my own nixie circuit

[neonixie-l] Re: recommendation for anode resistor for 2x2 multiplexed IN-14s @166-170v?

Silly buggers, you can see what they are doing wrong there...they are not wearing any sunscreen!! Pfff On 26 Jan, 16:32, Adam Jacobs a...@jacobs.us wrote: Obligatory..http://media.photobucket.com/image/lol%20electrician/sss240/Darwin_aw... GastonP wrote: You know what they say...