[tomb]

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Originally Posted by aphexii /img/forum/go_quote.gif So i'm tossing around the idea of making an acrylic sandwich of the faceplate. Anodized Aluminum with the Logo and Volume Knob cut out ---> Brushed/Frosted acrylic in the middle ---> solid piece of aluminum on the back with holes cut for the LED's to shine though. Ideally, the strategically placed LED's would light up the Acrylic from the back, and the holes on the front would allow it to glow from behind. Primarily through the logo and around the volume knob.

Talk to MrMajestic2 ... been there, done that:

 

[Forte]

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Originally Posted by linuxworks /img/forum/go_quote.gif has anyone tried these things? they are called 'slow color change leds': on ebay, you search for 'slow color change led' and this comes up. I'm thinking of trying it under the tube sockets. is that going too far?

There was a neat build a few years ago the builder called the Disco MINT. http://www.head-fi.org/forums/f6/dis...warning-85534/
Not used to light tubes but may give you an idea of what to expect.

As to the question of too far? One of the local electronics stores here has 7 Colour LED's, maybe your not going far enough!

(5mm only though, might be difficult to fit)

 

[patton713MW]

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Originally Posted by tomb /img/forum/go_quote.gif Nice pics, Beefy! More that I can use on the MiniMAX website and do that wiring page that GeoffSpence wanted.

Tom, are there any plans to make this page? I just wired everything up in my MiniMAX, but needed to search for Beefy's pictures to figure out how to get it all wired up. And the only reason I knew to search for his pictures is because I've followed this whole thread. Someone new to the MiniMAX would probably benefit from wiring directions on the build website.

BTW - My MiniMAX is fully assembled! I'm going to bias it in the morning, it's way too late and my eyes are pretty bugged out. Hopefully, another MiniMAX will live!

EDIT - R1 is optional, right? Am I correct that it needs to be jumpered if not used?

 

[ruZZ.il]

which wiring? it's not too dissimilar than the MAX.

R1 is optional, and should be jumpered if not used. It should bring about a slight improvement in the power supply, but I haven't scoped it out so cant say what. I've still got mine jumpered, and already have the part! I've just been.. pretty busy this semester. Fortunately, it'll have been my most intense one throughout my degree, and I'm half way through exams already, so almost there!

I'll hopefully get back into the game after it all.. but I'll be getting married in august

so, we'll see...

 

[tomb]

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Originally Posted by patton713MW /img/forum/go_quote.gif Tom, are there any plans to make this page? I just wired everything up in my MiniMAX, but needed to search for Beefy's pictures to figure out how to get it all wired up. And the only reason I knew to search for his pictures is because I've followed this whole thread. Someone new to the MiniMAX would probably benefit from wiring directions on the build website.

I'm sorry, Andrew. Between running beezar, getting the MAX V1.2 proto going, and launching the SSMH PCB (working on the website, now), I'm spread pretty thin lately.

Yes - by all means - my intent is to add a "Wiring and Assembly" page. It'll get done when it gets done, though.

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BTW - My MiniMAX is fully assembled! I'm going to bias it in the morning, it's way too late and my eyes are pretty bugged out. Hopefully, another MiniMAX will live!

Pics or it doesn't count!!

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EDIT - R1 is optional, right? Am I correct that it needs to be jumpered if not used?

You are better off with R1 than without, but a jumper will let you run fine indefinitely. I say that because 10ohms at 27VDC will put the heater voltage at its optimum value for tube performance and longevity.

 

[MASantos]

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Originally Posted by tomb /img/forum/go_quote.gif I'm sorry, Andrew. Between running beezar, getting the MAX V1.2 proto going, and launching the SSMH PCB (working on the website, now), I'm spread pretty thin lately.

[threadjack]

SSMH?

[/threadjack]

 

[tomb]

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Originally Posted by MASantos /img/forum/go_quote.gif [threadjack] SSMH? [/threadjack]

At least I'm an equal-opportunity thread-jacker. I mention the MAX and MiniMAX regularly over in the SSMH thread.

 

[ruZZ.il]

how's the tube availability for that? I picked up some tube sockets for a SS, but never got around to looking for tubes much. they weren't readily available at the time..

 

[patton713MW]

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Originally Posted by tomb /img/forum/go_quote.gif I'm sorry, Andrew. Between running beezar, getting the MAX V1.2 proto going, and launching the SSMH PCB (working on the website, now), I'm spread pretty thin lately. Yes - by all means - my intent is to add a "Wiring and Assembly" page. It'll get done when it gets done, though.

No worries, I understand that there is a lot on your plate. Maybe for the time being you could just add a link at the end of the construction page to Beefy's post?

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Originally Posted by tomb /img/forum/go_quote.gif Pics or it doesn't count!!

Will post them when it's alive!

I've been taking pictures throughout the whole process if you want them, though I can't guarantee that they'll be as pretty as Beefy's or LinuxWorks'.

 

[tomb]

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Originally Posted by ruZZ.il /img/forum/go_quote.gif how's the tube availability for that? I picked up some tube sockets for a SS, but never got around to looking for tubes much. they weren't readily available at the time..

YGPM

 

[patton713MW]

ARG!! I got a bad wallwart!

Of all the things to be bad, it had to be that! *sigh* Well, let's see how fast Mouser can ship a wallwart...

These will have to hold you all over until I can post some live shots:

 

[tomb]

Nice work! Looks great!!

Sorry to hear about the walwart, though.

 

[oneplustwo]

Hey Tom,

Any hints on how to get the silicone thingys on the tubes? I'm afraid of breaking them... seems like a really tight fit.

 

[Beefy]

Just a total shot in the dark here, as I've never used them......

Silicone rubber softens a touch on heating. Perhaps drop them in some almost boiling water, let them sit for a bit, then scoop them out and quickly slide them onto the tubes.

 

[aphexii]

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Originally Posted by Beefy /img/forum/go_quote.gif Just a total shot in the dark here, as I've never used them...... Silicone rubber softens a touch on heating. Perhaps drop them in some almost boiling water, let them sit for a bit, then scoop them out and quickly slide them onto the tubes.

I'm thinking maybe to try rolling it on like a condom...