[darkfury18]

Thanks for the help! I'll see what I can do. Taking it apart shouldn't be too bad if I can get rid of the hum.

I didn't use the heatsink from the BOM since people were complaining about the pins.

 

[n_maher]

Quote:

Originally Posted by darkfury18 /img/forum/go_quote.gif I didn't use the heatsink from the BOM since people were complaining about the pins.

Well, then I would respectfully suggest that if you're going to use an alternate sink that you choose appropriately. Be a shame to get something built only to have it cook itself the first time you use it, trust me.

 

[comrade_boris]

Hi there! My first post at head-fi.
I've been lurking for a while, and decided to build one of these. I'm quite satisfied with how it turned out.

Pictures are at
www.tc.umn.edu/~hern0163/millet1.jpg
www.tc.umn.edu/~hern0163/millet2.jpg

I didn't use the BOM heatsinks, either. I went with some 2.5" ones.
The chassis is from radioshack--$2.99. It's a tight fit, but it works. I forgot to take a picture of the insides last night, but perhaps today.
The whole thing worked out to about $60, including power supply, chassis, tubes, mouser stuff, etc. An excellent value, I think. Thanks Pete!

 

[ludoo]

Quote:

Originally Posted by comrade_boris /img/forum/go_quote.gif Hi there! My first post at head-fi. I've been lurking for a while, and decided to build one of these. I'm quite satisfied with how it turned out.

It looks really really nice. I guess the usual first post greeting does not apply here...

 

[n_maher]

Well done, boris!

 

[keiths]

Basking in the glory of getting my cMoy working

, my attention now turns to my second project - Millett "Starving Student". Have just bought the power supply on eBay.

(If any other UK DIY'ers are interested, the guy I bought the PSU off has 5 more available Buy-it-now for GBP3.99 plus 1.75 shipping withing the UK:

Cisco 34-1977-03 7960 7940 7912 VoIP Phone Power Supply on eBay, also, VoIP Internet Telephones, Networking, Computing (end time 23-Sep-08 16:00:13 BST)

)

Has anyone a UK source for the 19J6 valves (sorry, "toobs"

) and sockets? Or reliable overseas suppliers that will ship to the UK for sensible shipping costs?

Thanks in advance,

Keith

 

[adamus]

If you orde them form ths us will you pm me, i'm in the uk too, would make sense to combine shipping.

 

[~n00beR]

Quote:

Originally Posted by keiths /img/forum/go_quote.gif Basking in the glory of getting my cMoy working , my attention now turns to my second project - Millett "Starving Student". Have just bought the power supply on eBay. (If any other UK DIY'ers are interested, the guy I bought the PSU off has 5 more available Buy-it-now for GBP3.99 plus 1.75 shipping withing the UK: Cisco 34-1977-03 7960 7940 7912 VoIP Phone Power Supply on eBay, also, VoIP Internet Telephones, Networking, Computing (end time 23-Sep-08 16:00:13 BST) ) Has anyone a UK source for the 19J6 valves (sorry, "toobs" ) and sockets? Or reliable overseas suppliers that will ship to the UK for sensible shipping costs? Thanks in advance, Keith

Let me know how this goes, i may be interested in buying some parts also.

Depends on the state of other projects as usual

As a side note does anyone know an drop in replacment/alternative for the 16j9?

 

[MrMajestic2]

Quote:

Originally Posted by keiths /img/forum/go_quote.gif Has anyone a UK source for the 19J6 valves (sorry, "toobs" ) and sockets? Or reliable overseas suppliers that will ship to the UK for sensible shipping costs? Thanks in advance, Keith

I think both Radio Daze and Welcome to TubeDepot.com! har reasonable shipping rates to europe. I have used tubedepot before.

 

[jarpy]

Calling all Aussies:

I'm going to order this BOM from mouser. Shipping costs more than the parts but I'm doing it anyway

It contains everything but valves, sockets, chassis and power supply.

If you want to get the same order, tell me and I'll re-mail it to you for the cost of parts, plus basic Australia Post. If you live in Melbourne, we could do prisoner exchange over a beer

Note that I have specified 470μF electrolytics. If you want a different size (like 150μF) tell me.

ps.
Radio Daze and Radio Electric Supply both have 19J6 in stock and ship by USPS, so they're both good for Aussies. I recommend Radio Daze for their excellent service. Sorry I didn't think of group purchase sooner.

EDIT: Thread split to here: http://www.head-fi.org/forums/f6/aus...tudent-339003/

 

[rjad]

Quote:

Originally Posted by jarpy /img/forum/go_quote.gif Calling all Aussies: I'm going to order this BOM from mouser. Shipping costs more than the parts but I'm doing it anyway It contains everything but valves, sockets, chassis and power supply. If you want to get the same order, tell me and I'll re-mail it to you for the cost of parts, plus basic Australia Post. If you live in Melbourne, we could do prisoner exchange over a beer

Hi Jarpy, I'll jump on that order with you, I'll pm you.

 

[vixr]

Woo Hoo!!! got 4 tubes and 2 PSUs on the way. This looks awesome...now, what enclosure can I put it all in...

 

[bperboy]

Uh oh.. I sense balanced Starving student....

 

[jarpy]

I've split the Aussie group buy thread here:

Aussie group buy for Starving Student - Head-Fi: Covering Headphones, Earphones and Portable Audio

 

[m0b1liz3]

Does anyone know the dimensions of the case that is used to build the mini millet? Or alternatively, how small should I make a case if I am building this for the first time and want it to be relatively small?