Re: [neonixie-l] B-6091 / NL-8423 for sale

Great! make me an offer. Sent from my iPhone > On Sep 22, 2019, at 18:52, Jon Jackson wrote: > > I would be interested in the 8 NOS B-6091s. > > Jon J. > >> On Sun, Sep 22, 2019 at 4:46 PM Thomas Kummer >> wrote: >> I’ve got about 30 of them to get rid

[neonixie-l] B-6091 / NL-8423 for sale

I’ve got about 30 of them to get rid of. Some appear to be NOS, based off the clarity of the tube. Some are used, and some have been used used, but still work. 8X NOS $23 a piece. 17X used $17 a piece 6X used used $11 a piece Almost all have had their printing worn off. The NOS may not be

[neonixie-l] Anyone know where to find a GC12B/GS12D Nixie Clock Schematic?

Does anyone know where I can find a 12 count Dekatron Nixie clock schematic? I’ve tried looking online, but to no avail. If anyone on here could point me in the right direction it’d be much appreciated. -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "neonixie-l"

Re: [neonixie-l] Re: All Toob Dekatron Spinner

it’s at 50Hz though. This schematic is designed for US mains power of 120V 60Hz. Sent from my iPhone > On May 19, 2019, at 05:20, Jon wrote: > >> On Sunday, May 19, 2019 at 6:42:25 AM UTC+1, Thomas Kummer wrote: >> Yeah, I know that swapping G1, and G2 is how you chang

Re: [neonixie-l] Re: All Toob Dekatron Spinner

Yeah, I know that swapping G1, and G2 is how you change directions. Both tubes won’t spin counter clockwise maybe cathode poisoning is the problem. It sticks on a cathode after making a few revolutions. What would you swap on the schematic to run a GS10D? Sent from my iPhone > On May 18,

Re: [neonixie-l] All Toob Dekatron Spinner

I just bought and used a perf board, I plan on making a wooden case for it, so the perf board and wires won’t be visible. Sent from my iPhone > On May 18, 2019, at 13:09, Bill Notfaded wrote: > > Awesome I've been trying to find spinners for a while now. Tortugascuba I > can't find to help

Re: [neonixie-l] Pricing Insanity

I’m tempted to ask the guy if they come with a bottle of KY jelly to shove ‘em up his ass. lol Sent from my iPhone > On May 12, 2019, at 16:40, Robert L wrote: > > > At least this seller adds exclusive packaging! > > >

Re: [neonixie-l] All Tube Dekatron Spinner Problems

Actually I found an INS-1, and when I attached the INS-1 I got one cathode to light up on the GS10D. I’m thinking that the problem now is the cathode resistor, now I’m trying to figure out which one that is. Sent from my iPhone > On Apr 13, 2019, at 15:53, Jon wrote: > > Mmm yes, quite

Re: [neonixie-l] All Tube Dekatron Spinner Problems

> On Apr 13, 2019, at 15:01, Jon wrote: > > > >> On Saturday, April 13, 2019 at 7:22:09 PM UTC+1, Thomas Kummer wrote: >> Should the Dekatron still glow? >> > > The INS1 is used as part of a relaxation oscillator to generate guide pulses > to step the tu

Re: [neonixie-l] All Tube Dekatron Spinner Problems

Should the Dekatron still glow? Sent from my iPhone > On Apr 13, 2019, at 14:05, robin bussell wrote: > >> On 13/04/2019 18:46, Thomas Kummer wrote: >> Hi, I’m trying to make Threeneurons all tube variable Dekatron spinner. I >> got everything I need aside from the

Re: [neonixie-l] All Tube Dekatron Spinner Problems

Thanks I had s feeling that it was important. Sent from my iPhone > On Apr 13, 2019, at 14:05, robin bussell wrote: > >> On 13/04/2019 18:46, Thomas Kummer wrote: >> Hi, I’m trying to make Threeneurons all tube variable Dekatron spinner. I >> got everything I need

[neonixie-l] All Tube Dekatron Spinner Problems

Hi, I’m trying to make Threeneurons all tube variable Dekatron spinner. I got everything I need aside from the INS-1, I tried to short the two wires that connected to it, but the Dekatron wouldn’t spin. Would this schematic work without it? Or, do I have to have an INS-1, or some other neon

Re: [neonixie-l] B-5971 Smartsocket / Driver

I want to run a 6 digit clock. lol Sent from my iPhone > On Apr 8, 2019, at 13:43, Thomas Kummer wrote: > > Yes I would like six smart socket sets. > > Sent from my iPhone > >> On Apr 8, 2019, at 12:30, Bill Notfaded wrote: >> >> If Thomas doe

Re: [neonixie-l] B-5971 Smartsocket / Driver

finalize costs. >>> >>> >>> >>> PS. Yes, I have the .hex from the yahoo forum and source, pics, etc. >>> >>> You said two sets (does that mean 2 kits or 2 sets of xyz kits) >>> >>> >>> >>> Michail Wilson >

Re: [neonixie-l] NL5971, B5971,B-5971 Alphanumeric Nixie Tubes 6 pcs, NOS/NIB, MOD-SIX Clock

I bought one set as soon as everyone started posting the 8971 pics. I saw them and realized that I would never have the financial means of owning a 7971 or an 8971 clock. (Even if I ever do, I don’t think that a clock is worth that much money) So, I purchased a set of 5971’s and decided that I

Re: [neonixie-l] This is getting out of hand

It’s ironic there are actually fewer 5971’s than 7971’s. Yet, the 7971 goes for absurd prices due to size. The 7971 is actually a really common tube. I suspect the 7971 is the Tulip Mania of DIY electronics. It’s a bubble and it will pop eventually, if my suspension is true. Sent from my

Re: [neonixie-l] B-5971 Smartsocket / Driver

Put me down for one kit too please. Thank you, Michail Sent from my iPhone > On Apr 4, 2019, at 22:06, Bill Notfaded wrote: > > I'm in put me down for two sets at least. Did you get the PIC hex too? This > is exciting stuff! Thanks Michail! > >> On Thu, Apr 4, 2019, 7:03 PM Michail

Re: [neonixie-l] B-5971 Smartsocket / Driver

I want to make a 5971 clock too. However the code on the PIC will have to be a bit different as the 5971 is a 13 segment tube as opposed to the 7971 and 8971, 14+1 segments Sent from my iPhone > On Apr 3, 2019, at 11:33, M1 wrote: > > Does any have or know where to get smartsockets for the

Re: [neonixie-l] B-5971 Smartsocket / Driver

https://oshpark.com/profiles/radmeck Sent from my iPhone > On Apr 3, 2019, at 11:33, M1 wrote: > > Does any have or know where to get smartsockets for the 5971 tubes? > > I did post the question in: > https://groups.google.com/forum/?utm_medium=email_source=footer#!forum/smartsocket-discuss >

Re: [neonixie-l] TESTED 4 Nixie Tubes Burroughs B-7971 3½" tall 14-segment character

I impulsively bought (6) 5971’s I have no idea how to use the smart socket. Does anyone know of a 5971 kit? If not I’ll try to learn to use the smart socket. Sent from my iPhone On Mar 29, 2019, at 13:17, Bill Notfaded wrote: >>> These pics looks much better... > > -- > You received this

Re: [neonixie-l] 8971/7971 tube, strange failure mode

Does it do it when a particular cathode, or number is attempted to be lit? Sent from my iPhone > On Mar 24, 2019, at 14:48, Kevin A. wrote: > > Yup, the same tube does the same thing when in a different position. > >> On Sun, Mar 24, 2019, 2:34 PM Nicholas Stock wrote: >> If you move the

Re: [neonixie-l] Backlighting Nixies with Ne lamps instead of LEDs

AC would be better as it provides twice the light. Greg, can you provide a link to the square wave method? I’ve never used or heard of an opto-triac before. Would either of these methods be able to be driven by a negative/ground signal source? As the RGB LEDs that I’m using are common anode.

Re: [neonixie-l] Backlighting Nixies with Ne lamps instead of LEDs

ugh > to light up an entire tube or something.. > > Op ma 25 feb. 2019 om 09:51 schreef Thomas Kummer >> While I personally like Nixies backlit with LEDs I understand why a lot of >> people don’t. I was thinking about using an already existing clock with >> common anode L

[neonixie-l] Backlighting Nixies with Ne lamps instead of LEDs

While I personally like Nixies backlit with LEDs I understand why a lot of people don’t. I was thinking about using an already existing clock with common anode LEDs, and putting MPSA92 transistors with a 1K base resistor on the LED cathode pin, and removing the LED then hooking the collector to

Re: [neonixie-l] Re: Metro Exodus Artyom Edition comes with a fully functional Nixie watch! Who made that watch?

I’m not for sure, I just got it a few days ago, and am still trying to get a case made for it. I changed it last night, and throughout today it has just said 99%, I’d imagine a month or two. Sent from my iPhone > On Feb 14, 2019, at 13:49, gregebert wrote: > > How long does the battery last

Re: [neonixie-l] Re: Metro Exodus Artyom Edition comes with a fully functional Nixie watch! Who made that watch?

You can buy the guts and make a case here is the eBay link. I actually just bought one, and was very pleased with it, because the seller was able to put the date and temperature in the right format. MM/DD/, and *F. Not my auction.

Re: [neonixie-l] Re: MPSA42 troubles

Yup, it was just counterfeit/junk transistors. I got my real MPSA42’s in the mail today, and I got them to work almost flawlessly. Sent from my iPhone > On Feb 9, 2019, at 20:43, gregebert wrote: > > This is where a curve-tracer really comes in-handy. Sadly, even old used ones > are a bit

Re: [neonixie-l] Re: Update of my Nixie tube car gauges project

The voltage sensor is just a resistor divider, I just measured the resistance of it to 37.5K. I may add the diodes or, I may look for a voltage divider with a higher resistance. As for the micro controller and the HV power supply those will be ran off of either the 12V cigarette lighter or a

Re: [neonixie-l] Re: Update of my Nixie tube car gauges project

I’m using one already integrated into a micro controller, an Arduino Nano with a volt sensor that can detect 0V-25V. 25V is the max voltage any more and the resistors may fry. Im hoping it won’t be a problem as most car batteries don’t go above 16V, but the amps worry me a bit. Sent from my

[neonixie-l] Update of my Nixie tube car gauges project

My schematic works, and I am currently designing a circuit board that will fit into a standard 2in/52mm gauge housing. I'm thinking about using the IN-17 as the back of the tube has a rubber spacer that could potentially act as a shock absorber for the vibrating nature of cars. My first gauge

Re: [neonixie-l] Re: MPSA42 troubles

first put it on the V source. Sent from my iPhone > On Feb 9, 2019, at 13:10, GastonP wrote: > > Did you verify that you verified that the layout is E-B-C? Or is it B-C-E? > >> On Friday, February 8, 2019 at 9:35:14 PM UTC-3, Thomas Kummer wrote: >> My unders

Re: [neonixie-l] MPSA42 troubles

; On Fri, Feb 8, 2019, 7:08 PM Thomas Kummer > I tried a 10K and I tried a 2.2K, and a 1K, and then would ground the base, >> and still the decimal point lit up!! I took the resistor off the base and >> touched it with my finger, and the DP lit up!!! I’m 100% convinced that

Re: [neonixie-l]

It’d be nice to see some healthy competition on new nixies. While Dalibors are nice the price tag is what has kept me from buying them. Sent from my iPhone > On Feb 8, 2019, at 22:36, Nicholas Stock wrote: > > ZIN18 - the new Nixie Tube & clocks > >

Re: [neonixie-l] MPSA42 troubles

I tried a 10K and I tried a 2.2K, and a 1K, and then would ground the base, and still the decimal point lit up!! I took the resistor off the base and touched it with my finger, and the DP lit up!!! I’m 100% convinced that these are just cheap knockoff Chinese counterfeits as I tried through

[neonixie-l] MPSA42 troubles

My understanding is that a MPSA42 is an NPN transistor and the MPSA92 is a PNP. My understanding of how an NPN transistor works is that when the base “P” is turned on the circuit from collector to emitter is shorted. When the base is off the circuit is open. I’m trying to use the decimal point

Re: [neonixie-l] Re: Would it be possible to use an A-108 Dekatron as an analog display meter?

I probably wouldn’t consider an A-101, as it and the three IN-17’s would be too big. I’m trying to make the gauge fit into a standard 2 inch(52mm) diameter gauge housing. I’d like it to have an analog and a digital Nixie/neon display and fit into a 2in gauge housing, but if it’s not possible

[neonixie-l] Would it be possible to use an A-108 Dekatron as an analog display meter?

I know that the A-108 is for the most part a unidirectional Dekatron, but I'd really like to if possible add one to my IN-17 Nixie boost gauge I'm designing. I wouldn't think that it would be possible due to its unidirectional counting, but I've definitely been wrong before. I'm

[neonixie-l] trading nixies?

I’m really looking for an NL-821. What I can trade. (1) CD-25 (1) B-6032 (version without black sleeve) (30+) B-6091 / NL-8423. -- 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

Re: [neonixie-l] How dangerous is 150V - 170V DC?

w > often do you hear of someone getting killed by their amp, TV, or whatever? If > nothing else, we should know of a few on this group? > > Be safe, but not paranoid. > > Bill > > -Original Message- > From: neonixie-l@googlegroups.com [mailto:neonixie-l@googl

[neonixie-l] How dangerous is 150V - 170V DC?

Thanks for the insight. It is good to know that I probably won’t die from my own stupidity. That being said I will definitely be more careful. I haven’t shocked myself yet today, so that’s an okay start. -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups

[neonixie-l] How dangerous is 150V - 170V DC?

I’m very reckless when it comes to my Nixie projects. I’ve shocked myself with 150 - 170V DC more times than I care to admit, and every time I’ve done it, the shock isn’t that bad. However, every time I’ve done it, my hands have been dry, and there’s been a series resistor somewhere in the

Re: [neonixie-l] Swapping a super cap with a Li coin

o prevent the > clock from trying to charge it. > >> On Fri, Jan 25, 2019, 8:21 PM Thomas Kummer > I have a PV Electronics Elite. I really like the clock, except for one >> problem. When I take it to my Job in the oilfield, I have to reset it. Can I >> hook up a 3V b

Re: [neonixie-l] Re: Quick easy way to get the red filtered look, and blue backlight look with taillight repair film.

I was considering clear red spray paint, and just covering with tape the areas of the tube that I didn’t want coated with red filter too, but that seemed a bit more of permanent modification. I was mostly doing this as a proof of concept project. Sent from my iPhone > On Jan 24, 2019, at

Re: [neonixie-l] Re: IV-17 FLW clock. Font

Sent from my iPhone > On Jan 24, 2019, at 04:21, petehand wrote: > > No. You can't upload anything onto it. But if you send me the number font > I'll consider programming it in. > >> On Wednesday, January 23, 2019 at 12:32:48 AM UTC-8, Thomas Kummer wrote: >>

Re: [neonixie-l] IV-17 FLW clock.

They're sold out :( On Tue, Jan 22, 2019 at 10:40 AM Nicholas Stock wrote: > https://www.akafugu.jp/posts/products/vfd-modular-clock/ > > On Tue, Jan 22, 2019 at 7:28 AM Thomas Kummer > wrote: > >> Does anyone know where I can buy a kit, or a pre-made IV-17 FLW clock. >

[neonixie-l] IV-17 FLW clock.

Does anyone know where I can buy a kit, or a pre-made IV-17 FLW clock. I’ve been looking all over and can’t find anything. -- 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

Re: [neonixie-l] Re: IV-15/DM160 variable brightness nightlight

It actually worked out fine, didn’t even blow one tube. I did at one point hook up the POT the wrong way and it started smoking and now doesn’t work 100% correct, but works good enough. -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "neonixie-l" group. To

[neonixie-l] Re: IV-15/DM160 variable brightness nightlight

If I don’t blow through too many of them in the process. lol -- 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+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com. To post to

Re: [neonixie-l] Re: IV-15/DM160 variable brightness nightlight

They're equally easy to drive (a bit easier, actually - the > drive voltage is often quite a bit lower at 24 volts or so). and they're > available in all kinds of shapes and sizes. > ~~ > Mark Moulding > >> On Thursday, December 27, 2018 at 5:23:50 AM UTC-8, Thomas Kummer wr

Re: [neonixie-l] Re: Lighting up a DM160

'm putting 'ground' in quotes, because it is really 0V. > >> On Dec 27, 2018, at 1:20 AM, Thomas Kummer wrote: >> >> What does the dotted line from the ground to the 50V line mean? Did you >> short it? I bought some of these and have been studying your schemat

[neonixie-l] Re: IV-15/DM160 variable brightness nightlight

at 10:46:51 PM UTC-6, Thomas Kummer wrote: > > I’d like to add that I could pay for help, or a circuit design. -- 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 em

[neonixie-l] Re: Lighting up a DM160

What does the dotted line from the ground to the 50V line mean? Did you short it? I bought some of these and have been studying your schematic, but I cant figure out what that means. On Sunday, March 12, 2017 at 2:11:32 PM UTC-5, Paul Andrews wrote: > > Here is a schematic. Some notes about

[neonixie-l] IV-15/DM160 variable brightness nightlight

I’d like to add that I could pay for help, or a circuit design. -- 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+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com. To post

[neonixie-l] IV-15/DM160 variable brightness nightlight

I’d really like to make this, but I have little to no circuit design experience. How do I create -1.5 V on the grid? And would this power supply from a 12v walwart be sufficient for the anode voltage.

Re: [neonixie-l] Re: Welcome & please introduce yourself!

Thank you Sent from my iPhone > On Dec 24, 2018, at 02:01, petehand wrote: > > Ok, I'll probably make some more after Christmas. > > >> On Sunday, December 23, 2018 at 8:21:07 AM UTC-8, Thomas Kummer wrote: >> Yes, like those!! I would love to buy an IV-17

[neonixie-l] Re: New to dekatrons looking for advice.

Here is an update on the Doo-Hicky. I went with a metal base OG-4, cherry wood for the case, was able to get one from Amazon Prime, and all in all very happy with it. This was probably the coolest, most retro-tech, and completely useless thing I could build for less than $50, but still pretty

[neonixie-l] Re: New to dekatrons looking for advice.

Thank you, for the advice. I did find a seller who can get the tubes to me in the required time, but as of now my only options are OG-3(Bakelite), OG-4(metal), and OG-4(Bakelite). I think I’m gonna go with the OG-4(metal), and ask the seller to send one that has a lesser amount of darkening. As

[neonixie-l] Re: New to dekatrons looking for advice.

Thank you, for the input. I think I’m gonna go with the OG-4. Are the metal or Bakelite base ones better, for the OG-4. The metal ones of OG series seem to have an earlier date on them, if that is the date I’m looking at. That could be a problem if I wanted a purple / blue Dekatron, but with

[neonixie-l] New to dekatrons looking for advice.

I really would like to build Three Neurons Dekatron do-hickie kit, and I would really like to use the OG-3 or OG-7, as I like the Argon look. However, I have heard that they’re not the most reliable, is this true? Also, I have noticed that the neon filled ones such as the OG-4 glow brighter, in

Re: [neonixie-l] Re: Welcome & please introduce yourself!

What about a B-5971 version, or a IV-17, I know the latter isn’t a Nixie tube, but in my opinion they’re still neat. Sent from my iPhone > On Oct 3, 2018, at 8:43 AM, Shaun Merrigan wrote: > > Pete, > > I’d certainly be interested in a couple of B7971 FLW boards/kits if you > decide to do

Re: [neonixie-l] Re: Welcome & please introduce yourself!

New member, but I’ve already posted here before. Anyway, my only completed project was the spectrum1040 with B6091 tubes, really loved everything about that project the soldering, making the case etc. I have a 12V UV LED disk that I will be attaching to the power supply then a bottle of Nuka

[neonixie-l] What soviet-era equipment used IN-18's ?

Please take this with a grain of salt as this is purely speculation. I believe they were intended to be used in airports, sporting events, and any place where a large number of people would be looking at them from a far. However, I think that very few of them ever saw much use, as most of the

[neonixie-l] Re: Would anyone mind looking over my schematic?

The 3.3V pin can handle up to 50mA of current, and supposedly more if you use the 5V input power pin rather than the 8V to 20V. I will be using 10mA LEDs I plan on using this setup, 12V car wire ---> buck converter --> Arduino Nano 5V input pin. Like you said auto voltage has a lot of

[neonixie-l] Re: Would anyone mind looking over my schematic?

so on > eBay) to burn the loader, then you're all set. I *completely* understand > the space constraint you're facing, although your available depth can be > pretty large (at least 2 inches); using the surface mount might make sense > for this. > ~~ > Mark Moulding > > &

Re: [neonixie-l] Re: Would anyone mind looking over my schematic?

By the way I really appreciate all the help you've been, and when I get this project up and running I will send you a gauge, on me. On Tuesday, September 4, 2018 at 2:06:13 PM UTC-4, gregebert wrote: > > The value of the emitter resistor is easy to calculate: > > Re = (Arduino Output voltage -

Re: [neonixie-l] Re: Would anyone mind looking over my schematic?

Yes, the Arduino only has one 3.3V output pin, and I am using that for the LEDs the rest are all 5V On Tuesday, September 4, 2018 at 2:06:13 PM UTC-4, gregebert wrote: > > The value of the emitter resistor is easy to calculate: > > Re = (Arduino Output voltage - 0.7) / Bulb current > > If the

Re: [neonixie-l] Re: Would anyone mind looking over my schematic?

Sorry I meant 5k resistor. Sent from my iPhone > On Sep 4, 2018, at 12:06 AM, gregebert wrote: > > For the LEDs, yes > > For the neon bulbs, remove the 100K series resistor. The transistor is a > current-limiter. I took a wild guess at the operating current being 1mA; > check the

Re: [neonixie-l] Re: Would anyone mind looking over my schematic?

I’m out of pins on the Arduino Nano, unless I want to use shift registers. Which I really don’t as they would take up more circuit space. The Neon lamps require .7Ma and have a life expectancy of 20,000 hours AC so 12,000 hours DC, that’s longer than the IN-17 Nixie tube which is ~7,000hrs.

Re: [neonixie-l] Re: How many people would be interested in 3 digit Nixie car gauges?

Good to know, thanks for the input. That problem could be dealt with by implementing some sort of shock absorber the easiest being padding and the more complicated, but perhaps better being spring suspension. Again, thank you for the input, better to know about these potential bugs before they

[neonixie-l] Re: How many people would be interested in 3 digit Nixie car gauges?

My goal would be to have it housed in the standard/universal 52mm/2” gauge housing, and for the sensor I would use the pre-existing electronic sensors for led/lcd digital gauges. -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "neonixie-l" group. To unsubscribe

[neonixie-l] How many people would be interested in 3 digit Nixie car gauges?

I'm just asking this question to get an idea for what the market would look like. I'm in the process of making one, but it is still in the beginning stage of development. -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "neonixie-l" group. To unsubscribe from this

[neonixie-l] Re: My B-6091 Nixie clock

Now that's an impressive clock!! and I agree the B6091s are lovely tubes. On Thursday, August 30, 2018 at 5:41:34 AM UTC-4, threeneurons wrote: > > Nice job. A few years ago I made my own 6 digit nixie clock with B6091s >> >> >

Re: [neonixie-l] My B-6091 Nixie clock

PM UTC-4, Jeff Walton wrote: > > A novel use of the Spectrum 1040 clock! Nice job! > > Jeff > > Original message ---- > From: Thomas Kummer > > Date: 8/23/18 9:26 PM (GMT-06:00) > To: neonixie-l > > Subject: [neonixie-l] My B-6091 Nixie clock