Gaussmeter Kit Group-Buy

[paulgarstki]

Being new here, and a little confused as to how to buy in (and the thread length seems to have exceeded some limit on the forum software -- can't tell for sure where the end of the thread is...)...

1. Can I still get in the buy? If yes, please count me in. If not, good luck anyhow and I'll watch for the results. (In the meantime, I'll use my klugy-battery-DVM-with-Hall-effect-device-glued-to-the-end-of-a-stick)
2. I'm happy with whatever group decisions are already made. However, if you need a builder/prototyper at some point, let me know.
3. Even if it's too late for me, thanks, RedHouse for coordinating.

--Paul

[LtKojak]

Can I still get in the buy? If yes, please count me in

Great! The more, the merrier.

[RedHouse]

Ok here is the most current Who's In List:


17 Definate Participants:
Redhouse
David Schwab
JasonG
spy
firewire
Bruce Johnson
Arndawg56
LtKojak
mkat
automan
Dave Kerr
John H
defaced
David King
StarryNight
mickmutante
paulgarstki


Here is the current parts list and costs:
(note: we are getting quantity discounts on the PIC and the LCD)

R1.....10k trim.....531-PT6KV-10K.....$0.41/ea
R2.....5.6K 1/4w 1%-MF.....271-5.6K-RC.....$0.13/ea
R3.....47ohm 1/4w 1%-MF.....271-47-RC.....$0.13/ea
C1.....330nF polyester.....505-MKS20.33/63/5.....$0.49/ea
C2.....100nF polyester.....505-MKS2.1/63/5T.....$0.27/ea
C3.....100nF polyester.....505-MKS2.1/63/5T.....$0.27/ea
C4.....100nF polyester.....505-MKS02.1/63/10.....$0.45/ea
D1....1N4001.....625-1N4001-E3/54.....$0.04/ea
IC1.....7805T.....863-MC7805BTG.....$0.55/ea
(2) N.O. MOM switch.....506-MSPS103C0.....$1.51/ea
(2) SPST mini toggle.....611-7101-064.....$4.29/ea
(2) 14-Pin dual-wipe DIP sockets.....517-4814-3000-CP....$0.19/ea
9v batt clip.....534-84-6.....$0.44/ea
Header.....517-929834-01-16.....$0.58/ea
Socket.....517-974-01-16.....$1.76/ea
IC2.....A1302 (hall sensor).....$1.50/ea
LCD Display.....763-0216K1Z-FSW-FBW.....$9.60/ea
(at the 10+ price break from Mouser)
IC3.....PIC16F883 pre-programmed by Elepro.....20-euro/$27.87
(at the 15+ price break from Elepro)
PCB.....$9
Mouser shipping ($10 divided by 17 participants).....$0.58/ea
USPS Priority shipping to USA participants.....$4.95

Total (w/o terminals) ----------------- ~$70.86
Total if paying with Credit Card ---------- ~$72.96

Note: LtKojack and Spy have a small additional shipping charge for their international shipping rate TBD when I get their addresses and know the final weight of the shipping packages, they both are aware of this.
(mickmutante does not because he has a USA address to ship to.)


Status:
Though we're temporarily on hold, would everyone on the list please PM me your shipping addresses so we can get that part out of the way?
(5 participants have done so)

We are curently waiting on the PIC from Elepro to do our validation build

[RedHouse]

Being new here, and a little confused as to how to buy in (and the thread length seems to have exceeded some limit on the forum software -- can't tell for sure where the end of the thread is...)...

1. Can I still get in the buy? If yes, please count me in. If not, good luck anyhow and I'll watch for the results. (In the meantime, I'll use my klugy-battery-DVM-with-Hall-effect-device-glued-to-the-end-of-a-stick)
2. I'm happy with whatever group decisions are already made. However, if you need a builder/prototyper at some point, let me know.
3. Even if it's too late for me, thanks, RedHouse for coordinating.

--Paul

Welcome aboard paulgarstki, please PM me the address you wish to use so I can determine if you require international shipping.

We're all glad to have every forum member in on this. This is a great opportunity for all DIY pickup winders.

[Jeff Callahan]

Too Late?

I would like to get in if it's not too late.
Please let me know and I'll get the Paypal info to you

Thanks,
Jeff

[LtKojak]

I would like to get in if it's not too late.
Please let me know and I'll get the Paypal info to you

Thanks,
Jeff

Great! Welcome on board, it's not too late.

[Jeff Callahan]

Great! Welcome on board, it's not too late.

Thanks, let me know what you need from me.

Jeff

[RedHouse]

The current Who's In List:


18 Definate Participants:
Redhouse
David Schwab
JasonG
spy
firewire
Bruce Johnson
Arndawg56
LtKojak
mkat
automan
Dave Kerr
John H
defaced
David King
StarryNight
mickmutante
paulgarstki
Jeff Callahan


Status:
We are curently waiting on the PIC from Elepro to arrive so we can do our validation build

[RedHouse]

The current Who's In List:


18 Definate Participants:
Redhouse
David Schwab
JasonG
spy
firewire
Bruce Johnson
Arndawg56
LtKojak
mkat
automan
Dave Kerr
John H
defaced
David King
StarryNight
mickmutante
paulgarstki
Jeff Callahan


Status:
We are still waiting on the PIC from Elepro to arrive so we can do our validation build

Meanwhile, here is a pic of two boards I made up while waiting for the PIC to arrive.

Bottom-left is one made from Elepro's PCB artwork, has pin-terminals for the switch leads and shows how we use two 14-pin DIP sockets stacked inline.

Bottom-right is one I made up my own PCB artwork for, based on Elepro's and doesn't use the pin-terminals for the switch leads, but wires will be soldered directly to the board. The pads for the capacitors also allow both 5mm and 7mm pad spacing.

The top board is the LCD display module (upside down) showing how I had to use two 8-pin sockets instead of the 16 pin one specified in the parts list.
(the 16 pin socket was on backorder at Mouser)

[-Elepro-]

perfect.....

[firewire]

GREAT!!! Looks really good!!!
Can't wait!!!!

Thanks RedHouse!!!

[mickmutante]

Wow..!!
Excellent work RedHouse.!!

[LtKojak]

Redhouse, very neat job indeed!

Keep up the good work!

[defaced]

I'll take two. Seriously. I was told to get one for the shop, and well, I still want mine. Since it will be a completely separate transaction, please attach the name "AAI" to the second one.

[-Elepro-]

at this moment i have 18 pic.... then, with the one that i shipped are 19....

you are 19 (with 2X Defaced).... you have to decide if it's time to close the group buy....

I also can order them but i would do this only after that Redhouse make the test and give the green light.... then the wait will extend....

bye