类型: IC
作者: merlin64
发布时间: 2016-05-09 15:12:20
更新时间:
2016-06-07 21:54:38
原链接:
https://geekhack.org/index.php?topic=81978.0
Octagon V2 Metal Insert Interest Check
Background Info
This interest
check was first alluded to in the Octagon V2 Group Buy. I
didn’t want to hijack elton’s thread so here is a different
thread, in the form of an interest check. This was initiated
by duckness who is in Singapore, and due to the weight of
this, it seemed more cost efficient to have it manufactured
locally. I decided to take it upon myself to look for local
CNC fab houses to make this for me. I did not create the
file, this is a file direct from duck0113.
Octagon V2
Group Buy:
https://geekhack.org/index.php?topic=78549.800
- The Group Buy is currently closed, this is an offshoot
project based on it.
Who Is This For
This is for people who have a Octagon V2 or who will
be getting one, and want a little more weight. As mentioned
previously, I’m getting this done locally, and therefore
will also ship locally (CONUS) as a priority. Of course if I
get enough of an interest check for people outside the US
I’ll try my best to make things work. Be prepared to spend
more than us US folk though. I also live close to the
Canadian border and make frequent trips up. Canada buyers
will be in luck =).
Who Am I?
I’ve been an avid geekhack member located in the
United States. This will actually be my first organized buy.
I have a fair number of trades under my belt and haven’t had
anyone complain about my business practices. =). As I’m
fairly new to this, I hope people will be patient with me
and for those more experienced, please don’t hesitate to
give me pointers if you see me going towards a wrong
direction.
Plans
I am currently
in round 2 of the Octagon V2, so I don’t actually have an
Octagon yet. But soon!
I am currently in talks with a
local CNC miller. I won’t be opening an actual GB until I
get my Octagon and that I can confirm that the initial runs
actually do fit. Interest check below is to narrow down our
choices.
I will be purchasing extra units for late
stragglers, but that will come at a cost.
The old form
has been closed, this is a new form to narrow down choices
and final cost
http://goo.gl/forms/c59kAxdjSomYJfwo2
Estimated Costs/Time/Weight
Ballpark estimate for 40 of these plates seems to be
around $35 each. If a significant number of blank plates are
ordered, those will drop down to ballpark estimate of $30
each. As of 5/11/16 7 am, we have a little over 30
individuals interested. Your total price will be that +
paypal fees + whatever shipping it takes to get to you. I’ll
order a few more for spares and selling to late stragglers
for $$$$$$.
From everyone paying (End of GB) to units
getting to me is an estimated 2-3 weeks. CONUS buyers will
probably receive their package a week after that depending
on how fast I can do this. Priority shipping of a medium
flat rate box is $13 and will get to you 2-3 days. First
class will be cheaper, slower, and will probably use that
for most single orders. International buyers….I have no
clue. Currently in talks with other members of the community
regarding if I’m going to provide that service or not.
Canada buyers will probably be the next week after CONUS.
Estimated
weight is that each of these plates will add roughly a
pound/450g.
Prototype Pictures:
Prototype is cut from scrap aluminum so the finishing
and quality is not what to expect. This was made for test
fitting purposes, which is happening next Monday/Tuesday
Weight: 4.5 oz/127.5 g
Payment
Payment will be handled via PayPal. Why? Because if I
run off with all your money, you have 180 days to get it all
back. Of course that means PayPal fees, but I think it will
be worth it. An invoice will be sent out to participating
Group Buy members.
If for some reason you are unable to
pay, well, too bad. Just kidding. Send me a PM and we can
work something out. Case by case basis of course.
Status Updates
06/07/16 - GB LIVE!! -
https://geekhack.org/index.php?topic=82662.0
06/07/16 - GB Submitted for Approval
06/06/16 -
Kudos to Pemdas for driving up to Seattle. The weight fits
and the screws sit flush!
05/31/16 - Prototype in,
pictures up!
05/27/16 - Plate in the mail, a fellow
PNWer will be bringing up his Octagon for test fitting,
Final Cost discussions - please comment.
05/25/16 -
Plate cut, I will receive it by end of week. I wish the same
could be said about my Octagon - Any PNWers want to meet up
for test fitting?
05/17/16 - Ordered a prototype plate,
should be done sometime this week. Gotta find an Octagon for
it though.
05/12/16 - My collaborator in Asia has
decided not to do manufacturing. So any international orders
will be made in the US as well
05/11/16 - Estimated
costs and time added
05/09/16 - Interest Check Opened