Re: [neonixie-l] Re: Slightly OT: Where do I find the black woven tape used in electronics?

2023-12-15 Thread padlernpedler
You might also try searching for “friction tape”. I remember using that back in the days before PVC, and we also used it to wrap the paddle of our hockey sticks for better puck control! Sent from my iPhone > On Dec 15, 2023, at 3:34 AM, Mark Moulding wrote: > > As Marcin Adamski

Re: [neonixie-l] Re: does anyone know the trick to pre tin the leads on mtx-90 tubes

2023-05-02 Thread padlernpedler
Ditto on the stranded copper wire. One of the most frustrating things and almost impossible to clean the strands well enough for the solder to wet and make a reliable connection. Randy > On May 1, 2023, at 4:58 PM, gregebert wrote: > > Usually when I cant solder something it's because

Re: [neonixie-l] Re: Just finished making my Nixie clock using IN-1 Nixie tubes and MTX-90 Indicator tubes

2023-04-17 Thread padlernpedler
Thanks for the info, Jasper. That looks like a pretty straightforward kit for a quick gift clock, and cheap too! That’s a good tip with the silicone! > On Apr 17, 2023, at 8:32 AM, Jasper nagle wrote: > >  > hello for the kit i used this ive linked it below, it has been working >

Re: [neonixie-l] Re: Just finished making my Nixie clock using IN-1 Nixie tubes and MTX-90 Indicator tubes

2023-04-17 Thread padlernpedler
Hi Jasper The clock looks great! I like the IN-1s because of their relatively large digits and their top view. I’ve found their vertical alignment relative to Pin 1 to rather sloppy so if they are mounted in sockets, the digits can be off 2 or 3 degrees from vertical. Using pin sockets as

Re: [neonixie-l] Interesting NOS Neon bulbs

2023-02-11 Thread padlernpedler
…and shipping costs are always a surprise as they don't calculate shipping at checkout, but rather select the shipping method at their discretion and charge your card without contacting you first. I’ve been shocked a few times when I saw the invoice! > On Feb 11, 2023, at 1:11 PM, Nicholas