I am highly interested.
Michail
In a message dated 7/12/2017 10:50:05 A.M. Pacific Daylight Time,
gregeb...@hotmail.com writes:
If you are a seasoned electronics builder and already have the b7971
tubes, I'm willing to provide 2 PCBs (4 tubes per PCB) for cost of shipping.
It's my
Well, another full clock on ebay now. (Not one of mine)
http://www.ebay.com/itm/152618815383
Michail
In a message dated 6/16/2017 11:12:03 A.M. Pacific Daylight Time,
pkass...@gmail.com writes:
I am looking for a MOD-SIX_SLW kit without tubes since quite a time.
So taking the
I have 6 of the MOD_6. Well, gave 2 away as presents.
And a Cogwheel.
That's 44 tubes running. Never a failure - yet.
Michail
In a message dated 6/13/2017 2:22:47 P.M. Pacific Daylight Time,
nickst...@gmail.com writes:
Has anyone experienced a B7971 failure 'in service'? My MOD_6
Chuck,
May I have the design/plans or kit (wink)?
I would like to have such a setup. I have enough tubes.
Michail Wilson
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In a message dated 6/13/2017 8:21:30 A.M. Pacific Daylight Time,
chuc...@all2easy.net writes:
>I have here a 16-tube array of B-7971 tubes which I
Only 2. Thanks. :)
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Agreed.
How about the failed kickstarters though?
Still waiting forever for my TIKO.
What's worse is that they came back and had everyone pay an additional $55
for shipping and that isn't going to be refunded either.
Michail
In a message dated 3/22/2017 1:24:48 A.M. Pacific Daylight
How many hours on the wife? Warranty?
heh.
I have one box with 0 hours. Just trying to make a fair trade.
Obviously we're both kidding (maybe).
I paid about $1k for the box several years ago.
I am happy to see the price finally going up.
Noticed about 10 tubes with fixable poisoning
Well, about $350 for the tubes.
The boards aren't worth much at all except for the sockets. Maybe $10
each (socket).
I have about 25 complete boards. Have caught the wife trying to throw
them away several times. I fear she might succeed some day.
Michail
In a message dated
Hello,
Just as an option in case you didn't find a good deal and you don't want
to wait to pick them off of ebay, I will sell for $125 each + shipping. I
have plenty.
Michail
In a message dated 1/21/2017 3:56:24 P.M. Pacific Standard Time,
luka.culic.visk...@gmail.com writes:
I'm
I got all excited to record the event on my MOD-6.
I even turned off the date cycling every minute.
I even setup with my phone to record it.
Shit! I forgot to turn off the temperature from cycling. :(
https://youtu.be/NTHKUs3KRsA
Michail Wilson
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In a message dated
Pete,
I suggest Better linking to ebay items like this:
http://www.ebay.com/itm/262483292894
I thought something was strange when it was trying to make me login with a
German login.
It's a pretty unit, although I have never experienced a poisoned tube yet
to need it. (Fortunately)
Ok, your idea is far better.
I was guessing it had something to do with
http://images.slideplayer.com/31/9751623/slides/slide_17.jpg
(I remembered the 7.2 deg reference from school where trying to measuring
size of the Earth and mag fields.)
Michail Wilson
206-920-6312
In a
I have plenty of these tubes.
I would be interested in your Arduino design and board.
Michail
In a message dated 8/19/2016 6:18:55 P.M. Pacific Daylight Time,
gregeb...@hotmail.com writes:
If someone on this forum ends up buying a set of six, drop me a line. I'm
starting the design
I don't believe those are NOS. If so, he should say it as it would
probably command a premium.
One spot says 60-90 available.
Another spot says 14 in stock.
That converts to $92 each + plus shipping (he is very reasonable). Not a
bad buy at all.
Michail Wilson
206-920-6312
In a
I don't think the issue is Dalibor's tube.
The issue is Single Tube vs 4 Tubes.
Yes, I like the IN-8-2 Option or the ability to change between the tubes
(or simply easily replace tubes as needed).
Michail Wilson
206-920-6312
In a message dated 7/21/2016 11:51:10 A.M. Pacific Daylight
Wow,
I want one (or two). :)
Michail Wilson
206-920-6312
In a message dated 7/21/2016 8:43:11 A.M. Pacific Daylight Time,
nickst...@gmail.com writes:
https://www.kickstarter.com/projects/lasermad/time-flies-levitating-nixie-cl
ock
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Also, there is a couple of bad links: Like: http://www.tmk.com/mod-6-nixie
which is blocked by Chrome as malware site. It redirects to:
http://mihang.com which is 404
Make sure you're getting to: https://www.glaver.org/mod-6-nixie/
Michail Wilson
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In a message dated
, but haven't gotten around to
building a clock with them from scratch.
On Wed, Jun 22, 2016 at 5:12 PM, Michail1 via neonixie-l
<_neonixie-l@googlegroups.com_ (mailto:neonixie-l@googlegroups.com) > wrote:
I think you mean... http://cogwheelcircuitworks.com/
http://cogwheelcircuitworks.co
I think you mean... http://cogwheelcircuitworks.com/
http://cogwheelcircuitworks.com/
I have one kit. Put it together but never did much (anything) with it.
My laptop (at the time) didn't have bluetooth to talk to it. :)
Michail Wilson
206-920-6312
In a message dated 6/22/2016
Sell a kit. I think everyone in the group loves to assemble kits.
Michail
In a message dated 4/19/2016 6:04:05 A.M. Pacific Daylight Time,
yanzey...@gmail.com writes:
Hi Don, I willing to list more since I prepared hundreds of parts of
housing and top plates, but assembly one will
MOD-6
Well, it's wireless GPS to the clock.
http://www.badnixie.com/BadNixie.com_Welcome.html
Michail Wilson
206-920-6312
In a message dated 4/14/2016 3:41:07 P.M. Pacific Daylight Time,
ml.deni...@comcast.net writes:
Is there anyone currently making completed or kit Nixie clocks
Probably the green reflection from the Sun.
Michail
In a message dated 4/1/2016 10:39:29 A.M. Pacific Daylight Time,
i...@nocrotec.com writes:
;-)
When I took those pictures, they looked a bit different.
Dieter
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From: 'threeneurons' via neonixie-l
To:
I am in Seattle.
I have not had a problem. I get about 1 package a day as I have a bad
habit of buying far more items than I will ever have time for the projects
they are intended for.
In fact, I have been very lucky in that I am getting items even faster than
expected - stuff I haven't
Dylan,
Your best bet for price is going to be ebay; however, you will suffer in
that that's where all the junk is too. There is a reason that most sellers
claim to be selling 'untested' tubes.
If you get them from someone in here (I have plenty), then you will pay
more; however, you
I want a scope clock kit too (and the pen)!
David might have me on ignore though (or spam filter).
Michail
In a message dated 3/16/2016 10:04:18 A.M. Pacific Daylight Time,
interz...@gmail.com writes:
Yeah, I understand the pricing, just wish I could afford one along with
your watch
Video's or Pics of what you have done.
Interested in seeing what you did.
You broadcasting the video from the robot so you can see?
Via wifi or BT?
I am interested, because I have been playing a lot of NodeMCU modules.
Michail
In a message dated 3/16/2016 10:43:18 A.M. Pacific
Flashing the getter is what makes the mirroring. Many people think the
black or mirror means the tube is used, but it's part of the manufacturing
process.
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=gQBmt-z0w9g
A really good video is by "How It's Made"...
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=DOR6Pn-tGPo
Wireless charging would make it waterproof.
Michail
In a message dated 3/11/2016 3:00:25 A.M. Pacific Standard Time,
yend...@internode.on.net writes:
I think he described/discussed the waterproofing a while back - search the
posts for it.
John k
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Jeff,
Sorry, I have not taken notes as to which the tubes were, although I have
both types. I did look at some to see that the ones WITH the needle still
have the mica spacers at the top. So, you should still be fine smacking
them around.
The tubes with the little space needle uses
Thought I would share, althought I might have already.
Last purchase on ebay was a sign which was made up of 7 tubes and says 'GO
AWAY' or 'WELCOME' depending on the position of the switch. 6 more tubes
were to come with it.
Well, I took video of opening the 2 boxes just because of
Super kewl!
Michail Wilson
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In a message dated 3/2/2016 12:31:53 A.M. Pacific Standard Time,
lai...@wcoil.com writes:
I had a pure luck moment on Craigslist, was looking for French doors,
nothing of interest. Then while I was at it, I looked for Tektronix, nothing
Exactly that.
Main way to tell is that you always have to RFQ and/or request details.
Most of these sites never list a price since they are more likely to get
your email addy when you request a price.
Most are out there just to get valid email addresses. You are then on the
permanent
,
t...@leapsecond.com writes:
This is likely JJY and not WWVB.
Japanese radio controlled clocks receive JJY at 40/60 kHz. US clocks
receive WWVB at 60 kHz; and the data formats are incompatible.
/tvb
On Jan 27, 2016, at 4:05 PM, Michail1 via neonixie-l
<_neonixie-l@googlegroups.c
Yeah!
The problem is that the value of the dollar is going down faster than the
price of the tubes going up. So, it's about the same.:)
Michail
In a message dated 2/1/2016 1:04:35 P.M. Pacific Standard Time,
nickst...@gmail.com writes:
Anybody else noted that the prices of
Wow,
Guess it's time for me to start posting them although I only have a box.
:)
RE: Few being sold?
I see one auction that has sold 4 sets of the $350 batch and another sold
18 sets at the $350 price. So, seems strong the price has gone up.
Michail
In a message dated 2/1/2016
Thought a few people might be interested in this for a fun little kit
(although not Nixie).
http://www.makershed.com/products/electric-wave-clock
They had it for $54.99
Sale price of $24.99
BUT, if you go to the site, it is a blow out sale for $9.99
Just the WWVB receiver is worth that for
Sounds like a project clock for arduino with RTC then except that the
internals/case are done for only $10 each. :)
Thanks for the input. I will update when I receive them.
Michail
In a message dated 1/27/2016 7:33:04 P.M. Pacific Standard Time,
t...@leapsecond.com writes:
This is
John,
I purchase 5 of these. MSP-EXP430G2
They were like $4.30
Like most projects, I never used them. One here and open while the rest
are stored somewhere in the garage. Mine are 14 pin.
Michail Wilson
206-920-6312
In a message dated 1/27/2016 8:06:46 A.M. Pacific Standard Time,
Love it.
Michail
In a message dated 1/19/2016 12:50:31 A.M. Pacific Standard Time,
p...@bad-dog-designs.co.uk writes:
Hi Guys,
Not very often I would post a clock in here, you would all get bored - but
this one is rather neat and thought you would like to see it.
The 'Tesla' clock
David,
Has a target price been set?
I am very interested since I don't have a scope clock yet.
So, full kit needed. Clear case (obviously).
Also, what is the tube life expectancy as I might need to get 1 spare as
well.
PS. Is there going to be a feature to have it power off during
Heh.
And I thought it was free lifetime support.
I just hate it when you sell or even give a friend/customer a computer and
it's automatically expected that you provide all known software and
lifetime support. Uhhhg.
Michail
In a message dated 1/3/2016 10:01:30 A.M. Pacific Standard
I would happily assemble it for you; however, the kit you linked to is
already assembled.
Options. For the price, you might as well get the power supply and the
temp sensor. Well, so cheap, get them all, although you will never use the
remote after you play with it for a day.
MCU
Very nice.
Other than funds, is there anything stopping you from going to a longer
string of tubes?
Is the intent to go to a longer string since you currently have 4x power
supplies?
Michail
In a message dated 12/22/2015 2:30:04 P.M. Pacific Standard Time,
ro...@cqr-ltd.com
Robin,
Since I don't use twitter, I shamefully took 15 mins just to figure out how
to tweet to the tubes. It was a quick response/email back. Nice!
I have threatened to do something like that in the past, but with 16 or
more tubes. Unfortunately, skills and more importantly time seem
It you don't have the WWVB clock mech, I would happily donate one to you.
Personally, I think one would be better off with a specific WWVB reception
module (no hacking of the clock). I got those as well. (eBay, of course).
Michail Wilson
206-920-6312
In a message dated 12/19/2015
This picture is of tubes I purchased on ebay (2 of 8)
https://www.dropbox.com/s/lcuilr9axdssz1y/7971-Tube-Short.jpg
One can't be fixed (obviously), and the one had shorted.Thumped it hard
enough to release.
This POST is about 3 of the 13 tubes (only 12 shipped - waiting on seller
I am interested.
Do you have a picture of the two diff watches (side by side)?
Michail Wilson
206-920-6312
In a message dated 12/2/2015 8:45:36 P.M. Pacific Standard Time,
dfor...@dakotacom.net writes:
Folks,
I have been working on my square Nixie watch lately. The one that I did
I don't want to make this a long story or to get pity; however,
My house caught fire 2 weeks ago. Structure is fine. Cause of fire was
salt water tank (not a nixie clock).
Structure is fine, but smoke damage has destroyed a LOT. Reason for my
post is that I have (or had) over 30
eBay prices. :)
Michail Wilson
206-920-6312
In a message dated 10/19/2015 2:31:57 P.M. Pacific Daylight Time,
jondad...@gmail.com writes:
Whoa, $40 each...on sale ???...way too pricey for me.
On Monday, October 19, 2015 at 2:58:20 PM UTC-6, Yuriy Ovchinnikov wrote:
Sale:
IN-18 -
David,
https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Columbine_High_School_massacre
the complex and highly planned attack involved a fire bomb to divert
firefighters, propane tanks converted to bombs placed in the cafeteria, 99
explosive devices, and bombs rigged in cars.
You would have to agree that
Without going into a long email...
We don't know what the device looks like! We don't even know if it was
counting down or working at all.
A claim is that he couldn't call his parents, because he was being
searched the entire time. We do have to realize that his parents were called
Don't mean to jump on your thread; however, I have tried buying from
alibaba many times; however, I am in Washington.
Washington state (from contacting them) is the only State they are NOT
allowed to sell/ship to. I have had to pass up on a lot of kewl deals.
Car Key programmer (to
Price on the IV-4's and IV-17's
Michail Wilson
206-920-6312
In a message dated 9/9/2015 9:39:47 P.M. Pacific Daylight Time,
yuriy121...@gmail.com writes:
FS:
IV-4 - 11 pcs.,
IV-12 - 73 pcs.,
IV-17 - 13 pcs.,
IV-26 - more 800 pcs.
Anyone want?
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Nixies for the win.
Strange there are no pictures of it powered up. Guess the computer is
worthless without ram or video card anyway, but it should be lit up. Would
have had that extra spark/pop in a photo.
Michail
In a message dated 9/11/2015 7:11:18 A.M. Pacific Daylight Time,
I really like the clock (kit); however, priced just a little high for me.
Auctions are buy now. Can't even make an offer. :(
Michail
In a message dated 8/21/2015 9:48:23 A.M. Pacific Daylight Time,
ajlgr...@gmail.com writes:
Voila : http://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/321716239642
Not
Nice,
I like it.
Interested in seeing the sketch/program.
Suggestion: Since you're using the RTC, why even have visible buttons?
They would almost never be used. Just put them on the bottom or back of the
box where the power cable goes in.
Michail
In a message dated 7/29/2015
I have done a couple (analog) Panel Meter clocks (I know, not nixie -
sorry).
I was thinking of using an old voltmeter with big meter for a single needle
clock, but don't think it will be very good for a 'clock'.
Searching the webz, I can't find what I am looking for.
Does anyone
Dan,
Yes, that would be awesome. Ummm, when it the model/part. I am in no
hurry and can wait for one to appear again if I knew what it was.
Michail
In a message dated 7/28/2015 10:00:52 A.M. Pacific Daylight Time,
d...@post.tele.dk writes:
A meter with 3 meters in it?
be a bit more than you're looking for...
On Tue, Jul 28, 2015 at 9:42 AM, Michail1 via neonixie-l
_neonixie-l@googlegroups.com_ (mailto:neonixie-l@googlegroups.com) wrote:
I have done a couple (analog) Panel Meter clocks (I know, not nixie -
sorry).
I was thinking of using an old
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cm...@zeusprune.ca writes:
On 15-07-28 12:42 PM, Michail1 via neonixie-l wrote:
Does anyone know of an old meter which has 3 meters in it? (As big as
possible)
How about the Dashboard of an not so old old car? The cars these days
have everything displayed electricaly
/meter_clock.jpg_
(http://www.billtime.com/test/meter_clock.jpg)
_www.billtime.com/test/meter_clock.jpg_
(http://www.billtime.com/test/meter_clock.jpg)
Bill S
On 7/28/2015 12:42 PM, Michail1 via neonixie-l wrote:
I have done a couple (analog) Panel Meter clocks (I know, not nixie -
sorry).
I
Thanks,
I considered it, but need 3 needles. Although that would be great for a
clock, I want seconds to show time movement.
It's kind of like having a 4 tube nixie clock. Little boring. Need 6
tubes. :)
Michail Wilson
206-920-6312
In a message dated 7/28/2015 1:24:45 P.M.
Is there any option or way to send words/text to the unit?
Would be nice if bluetooth or arduino/serial connection to send text to the
clock (or to the repeater which would in turn send to the clock.
Michail
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Is this an awesome deal or what?
http://www.ebay.com/itm/201350574090
Mentioning because I think people might want to use as a test bench for
smart socket?
Anyone have a circuit made up to drive such a unit? Would be nice to
string a few together at that price.
Michail Wilson
I would be surprised if he even accepted $600 each.
Michail
In a message dated 6/30/2015 2:19:29 P.M. Pacific Daylight Time,
nickst...@gmail.com writes:
I'll give you 600 dollars for those tubes;-)
Don't see that very often.I recognize most of the tubes, but what is
Well,
How many did ya get? If 6 or more, I would suggest a MOD6 kit.
Michail Wilson
206-920-6312
In a message dated 5/30/2015 12:32:42 P.M. Pacific Daylight Time,
pfingst...@bellsouth.net writes:
I just managed to score five B-7971 tubes at an estate sale, and would
like to use
The link to youtube video is actually a tiny picture.
Wanna see the video and details. :)
Michail
In a message dated 5/27/2015 3:57:40 P.M. Pacific Daylight Time,
ro...@cqr-ltd.com writes:
Hi Folks,
I got around to doing something with the B-7971 I had. Along with a
raspberry pi
I have 6 myself. So, I would be interested in a kit.
Michail
In a message dated 4/17/2015 10:06:53 A.M. Pacific Daylight Time,
chuc...@all2easy.net writes:
I would maybe be able to be convinced to design something
which uses those tubes, if, for instance a trade could be worked out
so
I confirm they are not at walmart (yet); however, if they were, I would buy
one.
I didn't get to see the watch on the site as it is 404.
Michail
In a message dated 3/3/2015 10:23:23 A.M. Pacific Daylight Time,
n...@desmith.net writes:
On Tuesday, 3 March 2015 17:19:44 UTC,
Now how are you going to convince the seller that you didn't drop it?
I am surprised at how many laptop screens I replace for people and it's
always the same It was like that when I opened the box (a month or two
after purchasing). heh.
Michail
In a message dated 3/6/2015 5:25:30
:)
Still interested. How many boards are you doing?
Also, thoughts of a 7971 driver board? =:D
Michail
In a message dated 2/27/2015 8:17:05 P.M. Pacific Standard Time,
neonixie-l@googlegroups.com writes:
You guys persuaded me to add a 2nd LED under each tube. Done. 3 - not
Terry,
I am interested.
Michail Wilson
206-920-6312
In a message dated 2/7/2015 12:30:08 P.M. Pacific Standard Time,
neonixie-l@googlegroups.com writes:
Ok, so I went ahead and started designed my own clock, borrowing heavily
from an existing open source design.
Here's what it
Funny. I joked with my wife saying I found a clock for the bedroom.
She started the video and on the first click, she said NO.
Michail Wilson
206-920-6312
In a message dated 2/5/2015 3:48:58 A.M. Pacific Standard Time,
cro...@gmail.com writes:
Sweet clock, I take it you don't have
Love it.
Michail Wilson
206-920-6312
In a message dated 1/30/2015 12:48:09 P.M. Pacific Standard Time,
vladimir.cik...@gmail.com writes:
Hi All,
I am working on a very fun project for about 3 years - a 4-digit nixie
tube that can fit on a watch. I know this will be very
Is that a bulk sell or are you trying to find buyers for individual tubes?
Any suggested prices?
Michail Wilson
206-920-6312
In a message dated 12/30/2014 11:03:27 P.M. Pacific Standard Time,
yuriy121...@gmail.com writes:
Hi,
I have nixie tubes IN-IV-types:
IV-3 – 7 pcs.,
IV-4 –
Terry,
I have a bunch of IN-18 tubes; but honestly, I don't notice a diff from my
old ones to my new ones (visually).
Michail Wilson
In a message dated 12/26/2014 2:02:08 P.M. Pacific Standard Time,
neonixie-l@googlegroups.com writes:
The subject IN-18 in my Nixichron has degraded
Responding directly.
Michail
In a message dated 8/21/2014 8:08:41 A.M. Pacific Daylight Time,
zebrathi...@gmail.com writes:
I found an old FW-4 board but I don't have the instructions for it (which
switch does what, what kind of wall wart does it need?)
Does anyone here have a copy of
That is the one I had.
Keep in mind, I think he said that 2 of the wires were changed. So, the
end had to be replaced to make this happen. I believe later changed so that
the wires were swapped at the unit instead of changing the end.
Of course this might have been the issue for someone
It's a great idea; however, I would suggest coping all the pages below the
front page as well. Links still go back to original.
Michail Wilson
206-920-6312
In a message dated 7/31/2014 11:21:21 A.M. Pacific Daylight Time,
elektronikbik...@gmail.com writes:
On 31 Jul 2014, at 18:45,
Easy to sell for $750 for a set of 6. The bigger issue on ebay is if you
can trust the seller or not. And the fact that MOST of those auctions say
as is or not tested. I do have to say that my favorite auction was the
one showing the crack and stating you only need to fix the crack and
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