[neonixie-l] ZIN-18 Nixie tube dimensions

Hello, Does anybody here own a ZIN-18 Nixie tube by Millclock? If so, what are the dimensions of the tube? I can't find the diameter of the base anywhere online nor the tube's height. Thank you in advance, Zachary -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups

[neonixie-l] IN-18 What is between Pins 1 and 8?

I recently got some IN-18 nixies and noticed an internal coil/wire between pins 1 and 8. What is it? In one of my tubes the wire has come disconnected and loose inside the tube shorting digits together. Thanks -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups

Re: [neonixie-l] IN-18 Series Resistors

Is that definitely the case for the IN18 though? It might be a different voltage for them perhaps? David On Tue, 19 May 2020 at 16:39, Richard Scales wrote: > I could understand that but having built several of PV's spectrums I know > that the HV power supply is set to 170v during

Re: [neonixie-l] IN-18 Series Resistors

IN-18's are a good choice; best size vs cost. None of mine has failed. I have a large clock with fourteen IN-18 tubes (MM.DD. HH:MM:SS format) , and I run them around 200V with a current-limiter. My supply is a bit wimpy, so I dont get the full 4mA. As a result, 2 tubes that are static

Re: [neonixie-l] IN-18 Series Resistors

more than 10 or 20 minutes each day depending on the activity in the room where the clock is.RichardSent from my Huawei phone Original message From: gregebert Date: Tue, 19 May 2020, 16:45To: neonixie-l Subject: Re: [neonixie-l] IN-18 Series ResistorsThe other things to consider

Re: [neonixie-l] IN-18 Series Resistors

The other things to consider are tube-to-tube variations, and aging. You dont want to exceed the maximum-rated current, because the wearout becomes exponentially faster. And you dont want to be too low, because you will get cathode poisoning, though it's reversible. You basically have 2

Re: [neonixie-l] IN-18 Series Resistors

I could understand that but having built several of PV's spectrums I know that the HV power supply is set to 170v during construction. On Tue, 19 May 2020, 14:03 David Pye, wrote: > I thought the ignition voltage is a *minimum*, so people are probably > running with a higher voltage and thus a

Re: [neonixie-l] IN-18 Series Resistors

I thought the ignition voltage is a *minimum*, so people are probably running with a higher voltage and thus a higher series resistor to limit the current? David On Tue, 19 May 2020 at 11:48, Richard Scales wrote: > Very sorry for asking such a fundamental question. > > I thought I had this

[neonixie-l] IN-18 Series Resistors

Very sorry for asking such a fundamental question. I thought I had this all sorted but I'm having a problem in correlating my understanding with what I see others doing. When checking specifications for IN-18's over at Tube-tester.com - he suggests: Ignition Voltage 170V Voltage drop 150V

RE: [neonixie-l] IV-18 Christmas Project

ubject: [neonixie-l] IV-18 Christmas Project Attached a photo of how I wasted my Christmas holidays... not Nixie but VFD... -- 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 i

Re: [neonixie-l] IV-18 Christmas Project

There is a spot on the main PCB for an ESP-01 to provide time sync via NTP (it actually connects to NTP and then pretends to be a GPS like my other clocks) -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "neonixie-l" group. To unsubscribe from this group and stop

Re: [neonixie-l] IV-18 Christmas Project

Now we’re talking! Have to fix a housing for my Nixie clock, but then I must start working my VFD’s. Ordered some displays and a few more clock ICs from Ukraine recently. /Magnus From: Gavin Andrews Sent: Thursday, January 02, 2020 3:31 PM To: neonixie-l Subject: [neonixie-l] IV-18 Christmas

Re: [neonixie-l] IV-18 Christmas Project

Martin, there’s a GPS mod you can do to the Ice Tube clock.:) Sent from my iPhone > On Jan 2, 2020, at 07:00, martin martin wrote: > >  > very nice! > Looks like the "Cube Clock" VFD. I have one also. Runs a bit slow but nice > to look at > > > > ~ > mcvei...@gmail.com > > >> On

Re: [neonixie-l] IV-18 Christmas Project

very nice! Looks like the "Cube Clock" VFD. I have one also. Runs a bit slow but nice to look at ~ *mcvei...@gmail.com * On Thu, Jan 2, 2020 at 6:31 AM Gavin Andrews wrote: > Attached a photo of how I wasted my Christmas holidays... not Nixie but > VFD... > > -- > You received this

Re: [neonixie-l] ZIN-18 new Nixie tube: video review, comparison with old IN-18, and test

Thanks Jens! I used my phone to record, Samsung S9+ On Sat, May 25, 2019, 12:16 PM jb-electronics wrote: > Great video, Kevin! May I ask what video camera you use? > > Best wishes > Jens > > On 2019-05-25 8:29 a.m., Kevin A. wrote: > > Hi all, > > I received the newly made ZIN-18 tube

Re: [neonixie-l] ZIN-18 new Nixie tube: video review, comparison with old IN-18, and test

Great video, Kevin! May I ask what video camera you use? Best wishes Jens On 2019-05-25 8:29 a.m., Kevin A. wrote: Hi all, I received the newly made ZIN-18 tube yesterday. This was a project that began on kickstarter and being one of the first backers, I was curious and eager to support

Re: [neonixie-l] ZIN-18 new Nixie tube: video review, comparison with old IN-18, and test

The tough part about making IN-18's is that the existing supply of NOS has been able to satisfy demand, and sets of 6 tubes are often seen for around 250 USD. Hopefully the next project will be a b7971 replacement. -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups

Re: [neonixie-l] ZIN-18 new Nixie tube: video review, comparison with old IN-18, and test

Nice tubes and test circuits. I just finished a tiny B-5750 for hours and mins and used IN-2s for the seconds. So tiny compared to the 18s! ~ *mcvei...@gmail.com * On Sat, May 25, 2019 at 7:29 AM Kevin A. wrote: > Hi all, > > I received the newly made ZIN-18 tube yesterday. This was a

Re: [neonixie-l] IN-18

Seconded. > On 30 Apr 2019, at 20:51, Nick wrote: > > Replies off-list and directly to the vendor please. > > On Tuesday, 30 April 2019 13:57:19 UTC+1, Юрий Овчинников wrote: > Sale IN-18 - 42 pcs. for $45 ea. -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups

[neonixie-l] IN-18

Sale IN-18 - 42 pcs. for $45 ea. -- 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 this group, send an email to

Re: [neonixie-l] IN-18 new for sale

.com/project/shareproject/ITS1A_clock_boards.html > > > > *From: *Bill Notfaded > *Sent: *Thursday, April 25, 2019 10:37 PM > *To: *neonixie-l > *Subject: *Re: [neonixie-l] IN-18 new for sale > > > > Have you got any of your ITS1A Clock boards or though of ever doin

RE: [neonixie-l] IN-18 new for sale

To: neonixie-l Subject: Re: [neonixie-l] IN-18 new for sale Have you got any of your ITS1A Clock boards or though of ever doing them again too? After reading everything about thyratrons and your experience now I gotta have one too. I like your site and your philosophy. The open source aspect

Re: [neonixie-l] IN-18 new for sale

Have you got any of your ITS1A Clock boards or though of ever doing them again too? After reading everything about thyratrons and your experience now I gotta have one too. I like your site and your philosophy. The open source aspect is 100% legit Paul. I like neopixel in the pic... It looks

[neonixie-l] IN-18 vs Z5660M

Decided to take a quick look at clocks. I see some on ebay that state IN-18/Z5660M clocks. Are the two tubes interchangeable? Michail -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "neonixie-l" group. To unsubscribe from this group and stop receiving

Re: [neonixie-l] IN-18 new for sale

That looks very effective :-) I usually use the SMD neopixels but have deliberately gone with some THT designs when I've been designing kits,as people understandably prefer those... David On Thu, 25 Apr 2019 at 16:28, Paul Andrews wrote: > On my boards I've mounted a 3.5mm neopixel right

Re: [neonixie-l] IN-18 new for sale

On my boards I've mounted a 3.5mm neopixel right behind the nipple (there isn't room for a 5mm one). It is still bright enough and the illumination looks even. You can see it here https://www.nixies.us/bwg_gallery/in-18/ On Thursday, April 25, 2019 at 9:59:24 AM UTC-4, David Pye wrote: > > For

Re: [neonixie-l] IN-18 new for sale

For most of the designs that's exactly what I've done, but my thought here was that the glass 'fill nipple' of the IN18 means I'd have to mount off centre, and I wondered if the light might be uneven. But yeah, I think you're right - perhaps I'm just overdoing it ;-) David On Thu, 25 Apr 2019

Re: [neonixie-l] IN-18 new for sale

Honestly, I think one WS2812B is enough. They are very bright. On Thursday, April 25, 2019 at 7:13:39 AM UTC-4, David Pye wrote: > > Hi, > > That's good to know - thank you! > > I am planning some custom-made PCBs with freestanding nixie pins to mount > them. > > I'll have a look when they

Re: [neonixie-l] IN-18 new for sale

Hi, That's good to know - thank you! I am planning some custom-made PCBs with freestanding nixie pins to mount them. I'll have a look when they arrive and check my KiCAD footprints are right. I'm also planning to bottom-light them with three 5mm WS2812B-alike 'smart' LEDs per tube. David On

Re: [neonixie-l] IN-18 new for sale

I have 14 IN-18 tubes running in my clock for a few years now, with no failures. *They are a good quality tube*. Be careful when socketing them, because the pin material is a soft metal that bends easily. The light surface corrosion on the pins is harmless, and I dont recommend trying to clean

Re: [neonixie-l] IN-18 new for sale

Hi, I would be interested in buying some. Could you email me off list please? davidm...@gmail.com Thanks David On Mon, 22 Apr 2019, 18:25 Mrserj, wrote: > Sale: > > IN-18 - 25 pcs. for $45 each, > Sockets as gift. > Link to gallery: https://postimg.cc/gallery/14wxodfpa/ > > Shipping: 10$ +

Re: [neonixie-l] IN-18 new for sale

Are you selling the entire box or singles? Where are you shipping from? > On Apr 22, 2019, at 10:50 AM, Mrserj wrote: > > Sale: > > IN-18 - 25 pcs. for $45 each, > Sockets as gift. > Link to gallery: https://postimg.cc/gallery/14wxodfpa/ > > >

[neonixie-l] IN-18 new for sale

Sale: IN-18 - 25 pcs. for $45 each, Sockets as gift. Link to gallery: https://postimg.cc/gallery/14wxodfpa/ Shipping: 10$ + 5$ (Registered Airmail with tracking) Payment: PayPal Click -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "neonixie-l" group. To

[neonixie-l] IN-18 Nixie Tubes only partly illuminating

You got the fake DC-DC power supply, it’s the copy of my design, cannot provide enough current for tubes, please check details here: http://www.nixieclock.org/?p=1338 Here is our eBay shop: https://rover.ebay.com/rover/0/0/0?mpre=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.ebay.com%2Fulk%2Fitm%2F283321583922 We also

Re: [neonixie-l] IN-18 Nixie Tubes only partly illuminating

> With the clock fully wired and powered using the same 12V to +200V DC-DC > boost converter, I have set the output voltage to 170V, > > however some of the tube’s digits do not fully illuminate, especially the 8 > and 9, similar to cathode positioning. What I have found is > > that no

[neonixie-l] IN-18 Nixie Tubes only partly illuminating

Hello people, I have recently discovered the world of Nixie tubes. My first clock was based around 6 x IN-12 and 2 x IN-15A tubes, controlled via 8 x K155id binary converters, using an Arduino Mega 2560. Powered by a 12v to +200V DC-DC Boost Converter. All of the above worked fine with

[neonixie-l] IN-18 nixie tube mirror signs in the windows of the tube?

Hello, The opening in the grid will lead to sputtering on the glass. To know if this is normal wear, it would help to see how to nixies are used : which positions in the clock have this “mirror”? Is the clock on 24h everyday? Is it possible to measure the anode voltage and know the value of the

[neonixie-l] IN-18 nixie tube mirror signs in the windows of the tube?

Good day, in our office we have a clock on IN-18 tubes, after 5 years of use, few tubes have signs, like the glass performed to the mirror. You can see it in the windows of the tube and in the upper position near the front grid. Maybe somebody know, why the glass grow dim and the it get to looks

[neonixie-l] IN-18 Questions

Hello group, i newly found my love Nixies/ Numitrons and Dektatrons , i come from germany and i tried to build my first clock ( a kit). Can you give me a hint about IN-18 tubes which manufactury date to buy , i have the choice between 1979 and 1988 the seller told me that the 1979 look better ,

[neonixie-l] IN-18 Blue Dream PWB

Any one have a source for a PWB for the IN-18 Blue Dream Clock mine is acting up and I am wondering how long it will last so I am going to try and purchase a new PWB kit to fix it thanks Dixter -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups

[neonixie-l] IN-18 Thermometer

Hello. Dis somebody see a Thermometer with IN-18 tubes? It would look very decorative I think. There are some IN-18 clocks with additional temperature display, for example from PV Elevtronics but I didnt see a stand alone device with IN-18 tubes, only with smaller tubes. There is a

[neonixie-l] IN-18 ON EBAY?

Bought some NOS from Ukrainian_gifts. Haven't done much with them since other than fire one up just for the kicks. Worked fine. -- 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,

[neonixie-l] IN-18 ON EBAY?

Hi guys Has anyone bought any IN-18 on eBay lately? I'm look at this “hfvhfparts” seller any comments? This seller is not the cheapest but the photos look the best for the IN-18s. Also looking at IN-8 from the same seller. GeckospotNixie -- You received this message because you are

Re: [neonixie-l] IN-18 Typical Failure Mechanism

ixie-l@googlegroups.com Subject: Re: [neonixie-l] IN-18 Typical Failure Mechanism Even on that picture, pin 12 looks suspect, as if the glass around the pin is cracked. - John -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "neonixie-l" group. To unsubscribe

Re: [neonixie-l] IN-18 Typical Failure Mechanism

Even on that picture, pin 12 looks suspect, as if the glass around the pin is cracked. - John -- 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

Re: [neonixie-l] IN-18 Typical Failure Mechanism

Do the pins of your failed IN-18 have surface corrosion ? I've noticed all but one of my IN-18's have surface corrosion on all pins, and I've often wondered if the corrosion would continue at the glass interface and cause microscopic cracking up the pin until the seal breaks. -- You received

Re: [neonixie-l] IN-18 Typical Failure Mechanism

I had same failure, but probably due to my rotating tubes. I plan to make an adapter plug to relieve the strain on the pins when I rotate the tubes. -Dan On Fri, 8 Jul 2016, Jeff Walton wrote: I recently had a IN-18 failure in a clock after about 2.5 year operation. Over a (4) day period,

[neonixie-l] IN-18 Typical Failure Mechanism

I recently had a IN-18 failure in a clock after about 2.5 year operation. Over a (4) day period, the digits in one of the tubes stopped working in PWM dimmed mode. At full brightness, the digits in the affected tube slowly lost percentages of digit coverage to where only portions of each

[neonixie-l] IN-18 Nominal cathode current - Confused -

Looking at different websites, translated IN-18 datasheets, I get more and more confused what the correct direct drive cathode current is. Here at tube-tester: http://www.tube-tester.com/sites/nixie/data/in18.htm the nominal current is stated 6mA. On the same site a translated datasheet

Re: [neonixie-l] IN-18 Modular Arduino clock layout updated

I did ask for comments -- and I appreciate the feedback and all the helpful suggestions. Regarding the connector spacing -- I still need to verify that. The parts come from the Eagle library. From a quick look just now at the part drawings, they look reasonably accurate. I need the board edges

Re: [neonixie-l] IN-18 Modular Arduino clock layout updated

Ok, John shamed me into tweaking the layout. That wasn't really my goal, but you did ask for comments. Here's the latest revs. I did address the lines crossing the hole keepouts, as well as rationalizing out a whole bunch of vias. My criteria for a clean design includes as few as possible

Re: [neonixie-l] IN-18 Modular Arduino clock layout updated

I also liked Pete's cascode anode driver idea so much I've adopted that as well. Interesting side effect of doing that -- no need for a ground connection to the 2 digit extension boards. That seems strange even to me... but the nixies don't need it, the cathode drivers are all on the

RE: [neonixie-l] IN-18 Modular Arduino clock layout updated

-l@googlegroups.com] Sent: Wednesday, February 25, 2015 8:34 PM To: neonixie-l@googlegroups.com Subject: [neonixie-l] IN-18 Modular Arduino clock layout updated Ok, John shamed me into tweaking the layout. Here's the latest revs. I did address the lines crossing the hole keepouts, as well

[neonixie-l] IN-18 Modular Arduino clock layout updated

Ok, John shamed me into tweaking the layout. Here's the latest revs. I did address the lines crossing the hole keepouts, as well as rationalizing out a whole bunch of vias. My criteria for a clean design includes as few as possible jogs in the traces, minimal number of vias within reason, and

Re: [neonixie-l] IN-18 Modular Arduino clock layout updated

*From:* neonixie-l@googlegroups.com [mailto:neonixie-l@googlegroups.com] *Sent:* Wednesday, February 25, 2015 8:34 PM *To:* neonixie-l@googlegroups.com *Subject:* [neonixie-l] IN-18 Modular Arduino clock layout updated Ok, John shamed me into tweaking the layout. Here's the latest revs. I

Re: [neonixie-l] IN-18 Modular Arduino clock progress

John, Thanks for your suggestions and feedback. There is a current limiting resistor under one of the tubes. I may move that. Does anyone know if a single LED is adequate for lighting an IN-18? I don't have a feel for that. I won't be populating the LED's on my boards except for

[neonixie-l] IN-18 Modular Arduino clock progress

Haven't had a lot of time to work on this, and still learning Eagle, but here is what I can show. Space turned out to be tight for the original size board for the main 2 digit section, so on the left, I added an inch to ease routing on this 2 layer design. The 2 digit extension size remained

[neonixie-l] IN-18 tubes requires or ZM1042

Hi All, I'm after 2 sets of 6 IN-18's ( or ZM1042 / equiv ). Wondered if there is anyone on here who would be able to sell me some direct, save giving a slice to eBay? If in the UK I can do a bank transfer. Drop me a line if you can help. Cheers, Paul -- You received this message because

Re: [neonixie-l] IN-18 tubes requires or ZM1042

I should have 12, bought them a couple of years back but they're too expensive to use in any design I'm likely to come up with. If you're interested I can test them and see what date codes they are, Tony. On Thu, 18 Dec 2014 11:24:34 -0800 (PST), you wrote: Hi All, I'm after 2 sets of 6

[neonixie-l] IN-18 versus Z5660M Nixie Tubes

I am trying to decide between Z5660M and IN-18 tubes. I am new to all this and I was wondering if I could get some opinions, please: 1) I see by the measurements the size difference isn't very significant. Which are considered more attractive? And why? 2) Which are considered more rare/hard to

RE: [neonixie-l] IN-18 versus Z5660M Nixie Tubes

Get both kinds and try them. Chuck Original Message From: darin.hens...@gmail.com To: neonixie-l@googlegroups.com Subject: RE: [neonixie-l] IN-18 versus Z5660M Nixie Tubes Date: Wed, 4 Jun 2014 10:20:31 -0700 (PDT) I am trying to decide between Z5660M and IN-18 tubes. I am new

Re: [neonixie-l] IN-18 versus Z5660M Nixie Tubes

Original Message From: darin@gmail.com javascript: To: neoni...@googlegroups.com javascript: Subject: RE: [neonixie-l] IN-18 versus Z5660M Nixie Tubes Date: Wed, 4 Jun 2014 10:20:31 -0700 (PDT) I am trying to decide between Z5660M and IN-18 tubes. I am new to all

Re: [neonixie-l] IN-18 versus Z5660M Nixie Tubes

Ooh...that'll open up some discussion. Here's my 2 cents having built clocks with both of them. The IN-18's are larger but not by too much and have more elongated numerals. They are also a little cheaper than the Z5660M as far as I can see at the moment, but still around 35 to 40 dollars a tube!

Re: [neonixie-l] IN-18 versus Z5660M Nixie Tubes

I was going to buy a kit for sure, I don't have the tools or room(1 room efficiency apt) to build one from scratch. I spoke to this one guy and he said that he had more failures with the IN-18 than the Z566, so that is why I asked question #3. Also, this other person told me that IN-18 have

Re: [neonixie-l] IN-18 versus Z5660M Nixie Tubes

Yep, the IN-18's have date stamps. You'll probably pay a little more for those that are date coded in the late 80's early nineties...I think the 'youngest' IN-18's I've seen is 1992 and the oldest 1974. Apart from the Hg doping in the later date codes (no idea when that started), there's really no

Re: [neonixie-l] IN-18 versus Z5660M Nixie Tubes

stock of high datecode tubes runs out soon. All the best Dieter - Original Message - From: Nicholas Stock To: neonixie-l@googlegroups.com Sent: Wednesday, June 04, 2014 9:54 PM Subject: Re: [neonixie-l] IN-18 versus Z5660M Nixie Tubes Yep, the IN-18's have date stamps

Re: [neonixie-l] IN-18 versus Z5660M Nixie Tubes

datecode tubes runs out soon. All the best Dieter - Original Message - From: Nicholas Stock To: neonixie-l@googlegroups.com Sent: Wednesday, June 04, 2014 9:54 PM Subject: Re: [neonixie-l] IN-18 versus Z5660M Nixie Tubes Yep, the IN-18's have date stamps. You'll probably pay

[neonixie-l] IN-18 Tubes - Best place to get from?

Hi all, As someone quite new to Nixies, where would you recommend the best place to get some IN-18 tubes from? Direct from somewhere in Ukraine or off eBay? Cheers, Paul -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups neonixie-l group. To unsubscribe from

Re: [neonixie-l] IN-18 gone bad.

I don't think ZIF sockets are necessary -- too much complexity -- but a LIF (low insertion force) socket would be cool. Imagine a socket consisting of a solid round cylinder core, with spring tensioned contacts surrounding the core, that would press against the pins when the tube is placed

Re: [neonixie-l] IN-18 gone bad.

How about this for a ZIF design: The contacts take the form of tubes with slits cut axially all round leaving rings uncut top and bottom to form a sort of tubular cage with no roof or floor. If the top ring is twisted while the bottom one is held the tube will collapse to a hyperboloid cooling

Re: [neonixie-l] IN-18 gone bad.

I caused it because I was swapping the tubes too much. The repeated removal/insertions caused the tube to leak at the pins. I still want to rotate the tubes, but I need to come up with a surrogate socket so I can swap the tubes without stressing the pins. A ZIF nixie socket! Now that

Re: [neonixie-l] IN-18 gone bad.

[I learned the hard way on some of my earliest clocks regarding current limiting resistors. :S] Could you please elaborate on what you were referring to here? -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups neonixie-l group. To unsubscribe from this group

Re: [neonixie-l] IN-18 gone bad.

Zero Insertion Force (ZIF) (http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Zero_insertion_force) sockets for nixies would be SWEET! On Thursday, January 23, 2014 9:47:36 AM UTC-5, Ron Schuster wrote: [I learned the hard way on some of my earliest clocks regarding current limiting resistors. :S]

Re: [neonixie-l] IN-18 gone bad.

I would definitely pay for ZIF IN-18 sockets :) -Dan On Thu, 23 Jan 2014, John Rehwinkel wrote: I caused it because I was swapping the tubes too much. The repeated removal/insertions caused the tube to leak at the pins. I still want to rotate the tubes, but I need to come up with a

[neonixie-l] IN-18 gone bad.

One of the IN-18s in my Nixichron has started to fail. I don't know if it's cathode poisoning or some other failure mode. In the 10's hours position, several of the digits are not lighting completely, they are dark toward the bottom of the tube, probably the bottom 1/3 of the numeral. This

Re: [neonixie-l] IN-18 gone bad.

One of the IN-18s in my Nixichron has started to fail. I don't know if it's cathode poisoning or some other failure mode. In the 10's hours position, several of the digits are not lighting completely, they are dark toward the bottom of the tube, probably the bottom 1/3 of the numeral.

Re: [neonixie-l] IN-18 gone bad.

This is an issue that is most obvious on clocks with lots of functionality. If there are different modes/menus that display numerals on a tube that are not normally lit as part of the clock, then you'll see this. Best advice is to take full advantage of automated cathode-poisoning prevention

Re: [neonixie-l] IN-18 gone bad.

You're all wrong, it's leaking gas through the pins. Sent from my iPhone On Jan 22, 2014, at 7:27 AM, Adam Jacobs jacobs.a...@gmail.com wrote: This is an issue that is most obvious on clocks with lots of functionality. If there are different modes/menus that display numerals on a tube

Re: [neonixie-l] IN-18 gone bad.

Gene, please explain how you know this is the case. Thanks Terry On Wednesday, January 22, 2014 9:30:40 AM UTC-6, Gene Segal wrote: You're all wrong, it's leaking gas through the pins. Sent from my iPhone On Jan 22, 2014, at 7:27 AM, Adam Jacobs jacob...@gmail.comjavascript:

Re: [neonixie-l] IN-18 gone bad.

When you have a sudden performance issue, it's gas. Especially when large sections of large-area cathodes go dim. Poisoning from sputtering affects small sections and is observed over longer periods of time. I'll bet that tube will start going pink soon. Sent from my iPhone On Jan 22, 2014,

Re: [neonixie-l] IN-18 gone bad.

Thanks Gene -- I'll keep an eye on it and let you know. Terry On Wednesday, January 22, 2014 9:56:13 AM UTC-6, Gene Segal wrote: When you have a sudden performance issue, it's gas. Especially when large sections of large-area cathodes go dim. Poisoning from sputtering affects small

Re: [neonixie-l] IN-18 gone bad.

Yep, this exactly happened to me. A tube suddenly started having problems lighting some digits. Then eventually it stopped working altogether. I caused it because I was swapping the tubes too much. The repeated removal/insertions caused the tube to leak at the pins. I still want to rotate

[neonixie-l] IV-18 VFD

I am in the middle of producing my first nixie clock since I made one as a 17 yo student with ttl some 40 years ago. However, I have just been given a couple of IV-18 VFD tubes which look good. As I do not want to spend too much time on them, but would like to use them, does anyone produce a

Re: [neonixie-l] IV-18 VFD

Adafruit sell a kit.. https://www.adafruit.com/products/194 I'm sure if you ask, they'll supply everything without the tube for less.. Nick On Wed, Mar 27, 2013 at 11:06 AM, pewter ke...@briston-norfolk.co.ukwrote: I am in the middle of producing my first nixie clock since I made one as a

RE: [neonixie-l] IV-18 VFD

, Konstantin www.kosbo.com -Original Message- From: neonixie-l@googlegroups.com [mailto:neonixie-l@googlegroups.com] On Behalf Of pewter Sent: Wednesday, March 27, 2013 6:07 PM To: neonixie-l@googlegroups.com Subject: [neonixie-l] IV-18 VFD I am in the middle of producing my first nixie

Re: [neonixie-l] IV-18 VFD

On 03/27/2013 11:06 AM, pewter wrote: I am in the middle of producing my first nixie clock since I made one as a 17 yo student with ttl some 40 years ago. However, I have just been given a couple of IV-18 VFD tubes which look good. As I do not want to spend too much time on them, but

Re: [neonixie-l] IV-18 VFD

Fair enough Pewter. I will provide updates here, although, I'll keep the updates light and infrequent. I doubt people want what are essentially marketing updates very often. I wouldn't expect a realistic retail level release until mid may. Once I feel the project has grown up enough, I'll send

Re: [neonixie-l] IV-18 VFD

Many thanks Like the 'happy high voltage play'. Must admit I treat my HV generator which I designed, well cribbed ideas and designed the pcb, with respect. Can give a bit of a nip. On Wednesday, 27 March 2013 20:59:03 UTC, mikegregg wrote: Fair enough Pewter. I will provide updates

[neonixie-l] In-18 running warm?

I just got in some In-18 smart nixies, and my nixies are running slightly warm. Anode voltage is 136volts, supply is 170volts, and the anode resistor is 10KiloOhms, which puts anode current at 3ma. This is normal, right? -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google

[neonixie-l] In-18 running warm?

P = I x V, so you have up to 0.5 watts dissapated in the tube. They do get a little bit earm. Nick -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups neonixie-l group. To post to this group, send an email to neonixie-l@googlegroups.com. To unsubscribe from this

Re: [neonixie-l] IN-18 Nixie Clock on BBC for coming Olympic Games

To: neonixie-l@googlegroups.com Sent: Wednesday, July 18, 2012 8:16 AM Subject: RE: [neonixie-l] IN-18 Nixie Clock on BBC for coming Olympic Games Unfortunately this is only visible in the UK, thanks to the BBC ! eric

[neonixie-l] IN-18 Nixie Clock on BBC for coming Olympic Games

Hi All, As you probably know, Olympic Games are due to start in 10 days, so BBC has created a series of documentary films about past Olympic Games within last 100 years and one film has my IN-18 clock on it. If anybody interested, here is direct link:

RE: [neonixie-l] IN-18 Nixie Clock on BBC for coming Olympic Games

Unfortunately this is only visible in the UK, thanks to the BBC ! eric _ From: neonixie-l@googlegroups.com [mailto:neonixie-l@googlegroups.com] On Behalf Of kosbo.com Sent: dinsdag 17 juli 2012 23:47 To: neonixie-l@googlegroups.com Subject: [neonixie-l] IN-18 Nixie Clock on BBC

[neonixie-l] IN-18 tubes for sale

Hi All, If anybody interested in IN-18 tubes, please let me know, as I got an offer from relable seller and need to buy it all or nothing. Tube price is 32-35USD each depends on how many you need. All the best, Konstantin -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the

[neonixie-l] IN-18 Blue Dream Nixie Clock Review

Hi! The IN-18 Blue Dream Nixie Clock Review is out! Watch it! http://vimeo.com/40193867 Thanks to Brain! ;-) Dieter -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups neonixie-l group. To post to this group, send an email to neonixie-l@googlegroups.com. To unsubscribe

[neonixie-l] IN-18 Blue Dream Nixie Clock available now!!!

Hello Nixie Friends, The new IN-18 Blue Dream Nixie Clock is finally available. http://snipurl.com/224752n I hope you like it and its great new features. Thanks for all comments. All the best DIETER http://www.nocrotec.com/ -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google

Re: [neonixie-l] IN-18 Blue Dream Nixie Clock available now!!!

Dieter, Beautiful clock. Unfortunately, spending $850 on a IN-18 clock is outside of my realm. Looks great though. :) PS. Had issues trying to actually get pricing through the website. When I look for clock, it shows cost of $0.00. Even reselected US dollar. Added to cart. Went to

Re: [neonixie-l] IN-18 Blue Dream Nixie Clock available now!!!

On Wed, 8 Feb 2012, Dieter Waechter wrote: Hello Nixie Friends, The new IN-18 Blue Dream Nixie Clock is finally available. http://snipurl.com/224752n I hope you like it and its great new features. Thanks for all comments. Looks like a fantastic design, I especially like the fact it's direct

Re: [neonixie-l] IN-18 Blue Dream Nixie Clock available now!!!

again. Dieter - Original Message - From: micha...@aol.com To: neonixie-l@googlegroups.com Sent: Wednesday, February 08, 2012 10:10 PM Subject: Re: [neonixie-l] IN-18 Blue Dream Nixie Clock available now!!! Dieter, Beautiful clock. Unfortunately, spending $850 on a IN-18 clock

Re: [neonixie-l] IN-18 Blue Dream Nixie Clock available now!!!

HI Dan. But there doesn't seem to be any way to order it. There's no option to add to cart, and price is 0,00 EUR. Where you were is the information site only. scroll down and read how to get the right parts. You need to order from me: http://snipurl.com/2248nvp and from claus:

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