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Dual Servo Controller

2014-02-20T03:05:15Z

Dye:

[[File:Tiny_Servo_Driver_with_quarter.jpg|400px|none]]

'''Main details about the Dual Servo Controller'''
*[http://newstore.cunningturtle.com/collections/frontpage/products/dual-servo-controller-kit Store page]

'''Assembly instructions'''
*[[Dual_Servo_Controller_Tool_Checklist | The tools you are going to need]]
*[[Dual_Servo_Controller_Bill_of_Materials|The Bill of Materials]]
*[[Dual_Servo_Controller_Assembly_Instructions | The step by step assembly instructions]]

'''Usage instructions'''
*[[Dual_Servo_Controller_Usage | Use Dual Servo Controller to manually control two servos]]

'''Source Files'''
*The circuit board design was done with Eagle. [http://www.cunningturtle.com/specs/62_eagle.zip Download the design files.]
*The schematic is also available: [http://www.cunningturtle.com/specs/62_sch.png Dual Servo Controller Schematic]
*[http://www.cunningturtle.com/specs/62_dual_servo_controller_firmware_source_code.zip Firmware source code]

Dual Servo Controller

2014-02-20T03:04:21Z

Dye:

[[File:Tiny_Servo_Driver_with_quarter.jpg|400px|none]]

'''Main details about the Dual Servo Controller'''
*http://newstore.cunningturtle.com/collections/frontpage/products/dual-servo-controller-kit Store page]

'''Assembly instructions'''
*[[Dual_Servo_Controller_Tool_Checklist | The tools you are going to need]]
*[[Dual_Servo_Controller_Bill_of_Materials|The Bill of Materials]]
*[[Dual_Servo_Controller_Assembly_Instructions | The step by step assembly instructions]]

'''Usage instructions'''
*[[Dual_Servo_Controller_Usage | Use Dual Servo Controller to manually control two servos]]

'''Source Files'''
*The circuit board design was done with Eagle. [http://www.cunningturtle.com/specs/62_eagle.zip Download the design files.]
*The schematic is also available: [http://www.cunningturtle.com/specs/62_sch.png Dual Servo Controller Schematic]
*[http://www.cunningturtle.com/specs/62_dual_servo_controller_firmware_source_code.zip Firmware source code]

Internal

2013-12-04T05:46:10Z

Dye: /* Programmers Bay */

==Programmers Bay==
*'''Microcontrollers'''
**[[Arduino cheat sheet|Arduino cheat sheet]]
**[[How to burn the Bootloader|How to burn the Bootloader]]
**[http://hlt.media.mit.edu/wiki/pmwiki.php?n=Main.ArduinoATtiny4585 Using Attiny with Arduino]
*'''Xbee'''
*'''Autoit'''
**[[Webcam|Autoit webcam]]
*'''Sketchup'''
**[[Creating Gears in Sketchup|Creating Gears in Sketchup]]
**[[Creating Sketchup Videos|Creating Sketchup Videos]]
**[[Converting sketchup to STL and DXF|Converting sketchup to STL and DXF]]

*'''Misc'''
**[[Google Form Example|Google Form Example]]

==Mechanical Lab==
*'''Workshop'''
**[[Vacuum Former|Vacuum Former]]
**[[Belt Sander|Belt Sander]]
**[[Drill Press|Drill Press]]
**[[Band Saw|Band Saw]]
**[[Hot Wire Cutter|Hot Wire Cutter]]
**[http://runawaybrainz.blogspot.com/2011/11/diy-how-to-bend-aluminium-easy-way-with.html DIY Leaf Brake to bend Aluminum (wood)]
**[http://www.eaa.org/experimenter/articles/2009-05_howto_brakes.asp DIY Leaf Brake to bend Aluminum (small)]
**[http://www.instructables.com/id/Homemade-Mini-Press-Brake/ DIY Leaf Brake to bend Aluminum (larger)]
*'''CNC Milling'''
**[[Fireball V90|Fireball V90]]
*'''3D Printing'''
*'''Casting and Mold Making'''
**[[Molding Supplies|Molding Materials: silicone, resin, clays, release agents etc]]

==Electronics==
*'''Soldering'''
**[[Soldering 101|Soldering 101]]
**[[How to reflow|How to reflow]]
**[[Soldering tools|Soldering tools]]
**[[Tape and Reel|Tape and Reel]]
***[http://www.sentryair.com/ Air filtration Systems]
***[http://www.qrpbuilder.com/downloads/pcb_holder_you_can_build.pdf Simple Rubber Band Powered PCB Holder]
*'''Circuits'''
**'''DC Motors'''
***[[How to wire a DPDT Switch to a Motor|How to wire a DPDT Switch to a Motor]]
**'''Current Sources'''
***[[BJT LED Current Source|Simple LED Current Source]]
***[[Op Amp LED Current Source|Advanced LED Current Source with PWM control and Enable]]
**'''Power Protection Strategies'''
***[http://digital-diy.com/general-electronics/422-power-protection-circuits-a-closer-look-at-the-series-diode.html Simple Diode] By far the lowest cost solution, but has a large voltage drop
***[http://digital-diy.com/general-electronics/423-power-protection-circuits-a-closer-look-at-the-crowbar-circuit.html Crowbar Fuse and Diode] A low voltage drop solution, but requires fuse replacement after every failure
***[http://digital-diy.com/general-electronics/424-power-protection-circuits-a-closer-look-at-the-p-channel-mosfet-circuit.html P FET] Slightly more expensive than a diode but linear voltage drop
***[http://www.digikey.com/Web%20Export/Supplier%20Content/Tyco_8004/PDF/TycoRaychem_PolyZen.pdf?redirected=1 Poly Zen] Expensive but very effective
**'''Light Circuits'''
**[[Dark Activated Emergency Light Circuit|Dark Activated Emergency Light]]
**[[Simple Relay Circuit|Simple Relay Circuit]]
**[[InfraRed Beam Break Detector|InfraRed Beam Break Detector]]
**[[High Side Current Meter|High Side Current Meter]]
**[[Transconductance Amplifier|Transconductance Amplifier]]
**[[Stepper Motors| Stepper Motors]]
**[[Hobby Servos| Hobby Servos]]
**[[Multiple Buttons using one Analog Read|Multiple Buttons using one Analog Read]]
**[http://www.openmusiclabs.com/learning/digital/input-matrix-scanning/ 12 Input Matrix Scanning Methods]
*'''Components'''
**'''LvL Translators
***TXB0102 - 2-channel Bi-directional Auto-Direction Logic Level Converter ($0.46ish)
***TXB0304 - 4-channel Bi-directional Auto-Direction Logic Level Converter
***TXB0108 - 8-channel Bi-directional Auto-Direction Logic Level Converter
***LVC1T45 - 1 ch Bi Direction LVL Translator
***LVC2T45 - 2 ch Bi Direction LVL Translator ($0.22ish)
***Discrete One Directional - http://www.rocketnumbernine.com/2009/04/10/5v-33v-bidirectional-level-converter
**'''Optical'''
***[[7 segment LED|7 segment LED]]
**'''Misc'''
***[[IR Receiver|IR Receiver]]
***[[Electryte|Electryte]]
***[[555 Timer|555 Timer]]
***[[555 Timer Servo Circuit|555 Timer Servo Circuit]]
***[[A3982 Stepper Motor Driver|A3982 Stepper Motor Driver]]
**'''7400 Series'''
***[http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/List_of_7400_series_integrated_circuits big list of 7400 parts]
***[[74151 Multiplexer|74151 Multiplexer]]
***[[74HC164|74164 8-Bit SIPO Shift Register]]
***[[74HC595|74595 8-Bit SIPO Shift Register (with Latch)]]
***[[TPIC6B595|TPIC6B595 8-Bit SIPO Shift Register (w Latch & 150mA Drains)]]
**'''DC-DC Converters'''
***[[LM317|LM317 Adjustable Voltage Regulator]]
***[[LM7805|LM7805 5V Fixed Linear Regulator 1.5A]]
***[[LM2576 Buck Regulator|LM2576 5V Buck Regulator/BEC]]
***[[MAX682 5V Charge Pump|MAX682 5V Charge Pump]]
***[[MCP1700 3.3V LDO|MCP1700 3.3V LDO]]
**'''Sensors'''
***[[SS541 Hall Effect Sensor|SS541 Hall Effect Sensor]]
***[[BPW34|BPW34 Photodiode]]
***[[Photo Resistor|Photo Resistor Light Detector]]
**'''Op Amps'''
***[[LM324|LM324 Quad Low Power Op Amp]]
***[[LM358|LM358 Dual Low Power Op Amp]]
**'''Transistors'''
***[[Common Transistors|Common Transistors]]
**'''Clock Sources'''
***[[Crystals Resonators Oscillators|Crystals Resonators Oscillators]]
**'''Capacitors'''
***[http://www.x2y.com/techsummary.htm X2Y Capacitors]
***[[Capacitors|Everything you want to know about Capacitors]]
**'''Haptics'''
***[http://eetimes.com/design/medical-design/4218132/Haptics-technology--picking-up-good-vibrations Intro Into Vibrating Feedback]
***'''ERM'''
***'''LRA'''

*'''PCB Design Tools'''
**[http://www.linear.com/designtools/software/ LT Spice tool for simulating Circuits]
**[http://saturnpcb.com/pcb_toolkit.htm Saturn PCB design toolkit]
**[http://www.altera.com/technology/signal/power-distribution-network/sgl-pdn.html Altera Tool for designing Power Distribution Networks]
**[[How use the toner transfer method|How use the toner transfer method]]
**[[PCB Test Pattern|PCB Test Pattern]]
**[[Electronic Design Automation Tools|Electronic Design Automation Tools]]
*'''Design Spark'''
**http://www.designspark.com/pcb?
*'''Fritzing - The site where we draw our breadboards'''
**http://fritzing.org/
*'''Eagle CAD'''
**[[Advanced Eagle Commands|Advanced Eagle Commands]]
**[[How to manufacture your PCB|How to manufacture your PCB]]
**[[How to duplicate designs in eagle|How to duplicate designs in eagle]]
**[http://hackaday.com/2011/11/16/eagleup-pulls-your-pcbs-into-sketchup/?utm_source=feedburner&utm_medium=feed&utm_campaign=Feed%3A+hackaday%2FLgoM+%28Hack+a+Day%29&utm_content=Google+Feedfetcher How to generate sketchup from eagle using eagleUP]
**[[How to generate bitmaps in eagle|How to generate bitmaps in eagle]]
**[[How to generate g code from eagle|How to generate g code from eagle]]
**[[How to make a symbol in Eagle Library|How to make a symbol in Eagle Library]]

*[[Where to buy hardware|Where to buy hardware]]
*[[Where to buy electronics|Where to buy electronics]]
*[[Useful EE Sites|Useful EE Sites]]

*'''Electrical References'''
**[[Signal Integrity Notes|Notes from Signal and Power Integrity Simplified, Second Edition]]
**[[DC Connectors|Common DC Connectors]]
**[[Wire Gauge|Wire Gauge]]
**[[LEDs|LEDs]]
**[http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Electronic_symbol Electronic Symbols]

*'''Communication Protocols'''

**[[USB|USB (empty)]]
**[[I2C|I2C (empty)]]
**[[SPI|SPI (empty)]]
**[[RS232|RS232 Protocol Test Methods and Description]]
**[[RS422|RS422 (empty)]]
**[[RS485|RS485 (empty)]]
**[[CAN|CAN (empty)]]
**[[LIN|LIN (empty)]]
**[[FlexRay|FlexRay (empty)]]
**[[JTAG|JTAG (empty)]]
**[[MIL1553|MIL1553 (empty)]]
**[[PCIe|PCIe (empty)]]
**[[SAS/SATA|SAS/SATA (empty)]]
**[[MIPI|MIPI (empty)]]
**[[HDMI|HDMI (empty)]]

==Reference Charts==
*[http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Flat_Display_Mounting_Interface Monitor Mounting Hole Dimensions]
*[[Types of Tape|Types of Tape]]
*[[Types of Adhesive|Types of Adhesive]]
*[[Drill/Taps Sizes|Drill/Taps Sizes]]
*[[Cunning Turtle SKUs|Cunning Turtle SKUs]]
*[[Shipping|Shipping]]
*[[Weight Estimations|How to estimate product weights accurately]]
*[http://www.3dcontentcentral.com/parts/supplier/80%2020-Inc.aspx 3D warehouse for models]
*[http://www.3dwarehouse.com google sketchup 3d repository]
*[http://eagleup.wordpress.com/2011/08/09/import-step-files-for-your-models/ converting 3d model formats]

==Misc stuff==
*[http://kalaalog.com/2007/10/11/dragon-sketch-to-vector-art/ How to use inkscape to vectorize a sketch]
*[http://nicubunu.blogspot.com/2008/04/f10-gears-drawing-gears.html Drawing Gears in inkscape]
*[http://www.focuser.com/atm/anodize/anodize.html How to Anodize Aluminum at Home]
*[http://makeprojects.com/Project/Stain-PVC-Any-Color-You-Like/296/1 How to Stain PVC using tetrahydrofuran]
*[http://home.comcast.net/~sskroch/Injection_molding/injection_molding.html Injection Molding at Home]
*[http://www.protoparadigm.com/2011/12/abs-glue-weld-cast-texture-and-more/ Casting/gluing/Welding ABS with acetone]
*[http://www.diyroadcasesstore.com/categories/Corners/ Road Case Parts Supplier]
*[http://www.monoprice.com/ Cables, Audio, Keystone Plates/Fittings, etc]

==Cunning Calcultors==

*[[CalcHowTo|Designing a Javascript Calculator]]
*[http://www.cunningturtle.com/wordpress/wp-content/uploads/2011/12/LED-Resistor-Calc.html Calculate LED Resistor]

==Misc Suppliers==
*[http://www.orangealuminum.com Aluminum Extrusion Supplier]
*[http://www.hardwareelf.com/elf/handles.jsp Handles for Brief Cases, Trunks]
*[http://www.protex.com/product/index/category/Product+Range/subcategory/Case+Fittings Road Case Fittings]
*[http://www.drillspot.com/# Lots of hardware parts like mcmaster carr]
*[http://www.thorlabs.com/# Optical Supplier]
*[http://www.edmundoptics.com/# Optical Supplier]

Internal

2013-12-04T05:45:38Z

Dye: /* Programmers Bay */

==Programmers Bay==
*'''Microcontrollers'''
**[[Arduino cheat sheet|Arduino cheat sheet]]
**[[How to burn the Bootloader|How to burn the Bootloader]]
**[http://hlt.media.mit.edu/wiki/pmwiki.php?n=Main.ArduinoATtiny4585 Using Attiny with Arduino]
*'''Xbee'''
*'''Autoit'''
**[[Webcam|Autoit webcam]]
*'''Sketchup'''
**[[Creating Gears in Sketchup|Creating Gears in Sketchup]]
**[[Creating Sketchup Videos|Creating Sketchup Videos]]
**[[Converting sketchup to STL and DXF|Converting sketchup to STL and DXF]]

*'''Misc'''
**[Google Form Example|Google Form Example]

==Mechanical Lab==
*'''Workshop'''
**[[Vacuum Former|Vacuum Former]]
**[[Belt Sander|Belt Sander]]
**[[Drill Press|Drill Press]]
**[[Band Saw|Band Saw]]
**[[Hot Wire Cutter|Hot Wire Cutter]]
**[http://runawaybrainz.blogspot.com/2011/11/diy-how-to-bend-aluminium-easy-way-with.html DIY Leaf Brake to bend Aluminum (wood)]
**[http://www.eaa.org/experimenter/articles/2009-05_howto_brakes.asp DIY Leaf Brake to bend Aluminum (small)]
**[http://www.instructables.com/id/Homemade-Mini-Press-Brake/ DIY Leaf Brake to bend Aluminum (larger)]
*'''CNC Milling'''
**[[Fireball V90|Fireball V90]]
*'''3D Printing'''
*'''Casting and Mold Making'''
**[[Molding Supplies|Molding Materials: silicone, resin, clays, release agents etc]]

==Electronics==
*'''Soldering'''
**[[Soldering 101|Soldering 101]]
**[[How to reflow|How to reflow]]
**[[Soldering tools|Soldering tools]]
**[[Tape and Reel|Tape and Reel]]
***[http://www.sentryair.com/ Air filtration Systems]
***[http://www.qrpbuilder.com/downloads/pcb_holder_you_can_build.pdf Simple Rubber Band Powered PCB Holder]
*'''Circuits'''
**'''DC Motors'''
***[[How to wire a DPDT Switch to a Motor|How to wire a DPDT Switch to a Motor]]
**'''Current Sources'''
***[[BJT LED Current Source|Simple LED Current Source]]
***[[Op Amp LED Current Source|Advanced LED Current Source with PWM control and Enable]]
**'''Power Protection Strategies'''
***[http://digital-diy.com/general-electronics/422-power-protection-circuits-a-closer-look-at-the-series-diode.html Simple Diode] By far the lowest cost solution, but has a large voltage drop
***[http://digital-diy.com/general-electronics/423-power-protection-circuits-a-closer-look-at-the-crowbar-circuit.html Crowbar Fuse and Diode] A low voltage drop solution, but requires fuse replacement after every failure
***[http://digital-diy.com/general-electronics/424-power-protection-circuits-a-closer-look-at-the-p-channel-mosfet-circuit.html P FET] Slightly more expensive than a diode but linear voltage drop
***[http://www.digikey.com/Web%20Export/Supplier%20Content/Tyco_8004/PDF/TycoRaychem_PolyZen.pdf?redirected=1 Poly Zen] Expensive but very effective
**'''Light Circuits'''
**[[Dark Activated Emergency Light Circuit|Dark Activated Emergency Light]]
**[[Simple Relay Circuit|Simple Relay Circuit]]
**[[InfraRed Beam Break Detector|InfraRed Beam Break Detector]]
**[[High Side Current Meter|High Side Current Meter]]
**[[Transconductance Amplifier|Transconductance Amplifier]]
**[[Stepper Motors| Stepper Motors]]
**[[Hobby Servos| Hobby Servos]]
**[[Multiple Buttons using one Analog Read|Multiple Buttons using one Analog Read]]
**[http://www.openmusiclabs.com/learning/digital/input-matrix-scanning/ 12 Input Matrix Scanning Methods]
*'''Components'''
**'''LvL Translators
***TXB0102 - 2-channel Bi-directional Auto-Direction Logic Level Converter ($0.46ish)
***TXB0304 - 4-channel Bi-directional Auto-Direction Logic Level Converter
***TXB0108 - 8-channel Bi-directional Auto-Direction Logic Level Converter
***LVC1T45 - 1 ch Bi Direction LVL Translator
***LVC2T45 - 2 ch Bi Direction LVL Translator ($0.22ish)
***Discrete One Directional - http://www.rocketnumbernine.com/2009/04/10/5v-33v-bidirectional-level-converter
**'''Optical'''
***[[7 segment LED|7 segment LED]]
**'''Misc'''
***[[IR Receiver|IR Receiver]]
***[[Electryte|Electryte]]
***[[555 Timer|555 Timer]]
***[[555 Timer Servo Circuit|555 Timer Servo Circuit]]
***[[A3982 Stepper Motor Driver|A3982 Stepper Motor Driver]]
**'''7400 Series'''
***[http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/List_of_7400_series_integrated_circuits big list of 7400 parts]
***[[74151 Multiplexer|74151 Multiplexer]]
***[[74HC164|74164 8-Bit SIPO Shift Register]]
***[[74HC595|74595 8-Bit SIPO Shift Register (with Latch)]]
***[[TPIC6B595|TPIC6B595 8-Bit SIPO Shift Register (w Latch & 150mA Drains)]]
**'''DC-DC Converters'''
***[[LM317|LM317 Adjustable Voltage Regulator]]
***[[LM7805|LM7805 5V Fixed Linear Regulator 1.5A]]
***[[LM2576 Buck Regulator|LM2576 5V Buck Regulator/BEC]]
***[[MAX682 5V Charge Pump|MAX682 5V Charge Pump]]
***[[MCP1700 3.3V LDO|MCP1700 3.3V LDO]]
**'''Sensors'''
***[[SS541 Hall Effect Sensor|SS541 Hall Effect Sensor]]
***[[BPW34|BPW34 Photodiode]]
***[[Photo Resistor|Photo Resistor Light Detector]]
**'''Op Amps'''
***[[LM324|LM324 Quad Low Power Op Amp]]
***[[LM358|LM358 Dual Low Power Op Amp]]
**'''Transistors'''
***[[Common Transistors|Common Transistors]]
**'''Clock Sources'''
***[[Crystals Resonators Oscillators|Crystals Resonators Oscillators]]
**'''Capacitors'''
***[http://www.x2y.com/techsummary.htm X2Y Capacitors]
***[[Capacitors|Everything you want to know about Capacitors]]
**'''Haptics'''
***[http://eetimes.com/design/medical-design/4218132/Haptics-technology--picking-up-good-vibrations Intro Into Vibrating Feedback]
***'''ERM'''
***'''LRA'''

*'''PCB Design Tools'''
**[http://www.linear.com/designtools/software/ LT Spice tool for simulating Circuits]
**[http://saturnpcb.com/pcb_toolkit.htm Saturn PCB design toolkit]
**[http://www.altera.com/technology/signal/power-distribution-network/sgl-pdn.html Altera Tool for designing Power Distribution Networks]
**[[How use the toner transfer method|How use the toner transfer method]]
**[[PCB Test Pattern|PCB Test Pattern]]
**[[Electronic Design Automation Tools|Electronic Design Automation Tools]]
*'''Design Spark'''
**http://www.designspark.com/pcb?
*'''Fritzing - The site where we draw our breadboards'''
**http://fritzing.org/
*'''Eagle CAD'''
**[[Advanced Eagle Commands|Advanced Eagle Commands]]
**[[How to manufacture your PCB|How to manufacture your PCB]]
**[[How to duplicate designs in eagle|How to duplicate designs in eagle]]
**[http://hackaday.com/2011/11/16/eagleup-pulls-your-pcbs-into-sketchup/?utm_source=feedburner&utm_medium=feed&utm_campaign=Feed%3A+hackaday%2FLgoM+%28Hack+a+Day%29&utm_content=Google+Feedfetcher How to generate sketchup from eagle using eagleUP]
**[[How to generate bitmaps in eagle|How to generate bitmaps in eagle]]
**[[How to generate g code from eagle|How to generate g code from eagle]]
**[[How to make a symbol in Eagle Library|How to make a symbol in Eagle Library]]

*[[Where to buy hardware|Where to buy hardware]]
*[[Where to buy electronics|Where to buy electronics]]
*[[Useful EE Sites|Useful EE Sites]]

*'''Electrical References'''
**[[Signal Integrity Notes|Notes from Signal and Power Integrity Simplified, Second Edition]]
**[[DC Connectors|Common DC Connectors]]
**[[Wire Gauge|Wire Gauge]]
**[[LEDs|LEDs]]
**[http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Electronic_symbol Electronic Symbols]

*'''Communication Protocols'''

**[[USB|USB (empty)]]
**[[I2C|I2C (empty)]]
**[[SPI|SPI (empty)]]
**[[RS232|RS232 Protocol Test Methods and Description]]
**[[RS422|RS422 (empty)]]
**[[RS485|RS485 (empty)]]
**[[CAN|CAN (empty)]]
**[[LIN|LIN (empty)]]
**[[FlexRay|FlexRay (empty)]]
**[[JTAG|JTAG (empty)]]
**[[MIL1553|MIL1553 (empty)]]
**[[PCIe|PCIe (empty)]]
**[[SAS/SATA|SAS/SATA (empty)]]
**[[MIPI|MIPI (empty)]]
**[[HDMI|HDMI (empty)]]

==Reference Charts==
*[http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Flat_Display_Mounting_Interface Monitor Mounting Hole Dimensions]
*[[Types of Tape|Types of Tape]]
*[[Types of Adhesive|Types of Adhesive]]
*[[Drill/Taps Sizes|Drill/Taps Sizes]]
*[[Cunning Turtle SKUs|Cunning Turtle SKUs]]
*[[Shipping|Shipping]]
*[[Weight Estimations|How to estimate product weights accurately]]
*[http://www.3dcontentcentral.com/parts/supplier/80%2020-Inc.aspx 3D warehouse for models]
*[http://www.3dwarehouse.com google sketchup 3d repository]
*[http://eagleup.wordpress.com/2011/08/09/import-step-files-for-your-models/ converting 3d model formats]

==Misc stuff==
*[http://kalaalog.com/2007/10/11/dragon-sketch-to-vector-art/ How to use inkscape to vectorize a sketch]
*[http://nicubunu.blogspot.com/2008/04/f10-gears-drawing-gears.html Drawing Gears in inkscape]
*[http://www.focuser.com/atm/anodize/anodize.html How to Anodize Aluminum at Home]
*[http://makeprojects.com/Project/Stain-PVC-Any-Color-You-Like/296/1 How to Stain PVC using tetrahydrofuran]
*[http://home.comcast.net/~sskroch/Injection_molding/injection_molding.html Injection Molding at Home]
*[http://www.protoparadigm.com/2011/12/abs-glue-weld-cast-texture-and-more/ Casting/gluing/Welding ABS with acetone]
*[http://www.diyroadcasesstore.com/categories/Corners/ Road Case Parts Supplier]
*[http://www.monoprice.com/ Cables, Audio, Keystone Plates/Fittings, etc]

==Cunning Calcultors==

*[[CalcHowTo|Designing a Javascript Calculator]]
*[http://www.cunningturtle.com/wordpress/wp-content/uploads/2011/12/LED-Resistor-Calc.html Calculate LED Resistor]

==Misc Suppliers==
*[http://www.orangealuminum.com Aluminum Extrusion Supplier]
*[http://www.hardwareelf.com/elf/handles.jsp Handles for Brief Cases, Trunks]
*[http://www.protex.com/product/index/category/Product+Range/subcategory/Case+Fittings Road Case Fittings]
*[http://www.drillspot.com/# Lots of hardware parts like mcmaster carr]
*[http://www.thorlabs.com/# Optical Supplier]
*[http://www.edmundoptics.com/# Optical Supplier]

Tape and Reel

2013-06-09T02:51:59Z

Dye: /* Tape and Reel */

==Tape and Reel==
'''Standards''' all in millimeters

<tab class=wikitable sep=comma head=top>
Tape Widths,Component Pitches,Hole Pitches,Reel Diameters
8,4,4,180
12,8,,330
16,12,,
24,16,,
</tab>

Tape and Reel

2013-06-09T02:51:28Z

Dye: Created page with "==Tape and Reel== '''Standards''' <tab class=wikitable sep=comma head=top> Tape Widths,Component Pitches,Hole Pitches,Reel Diameters 8,4,4,180 12,8,,330 16,12,, 24,16,, </tab>"

==Tape and Reel==
'''Standards'''

<tab class=wikitable sep=comma head=top>
Tape Widths,Component Pitches,Hole Pitches,Reel Diameters
8,4,4,180
12,8,,330
16,12,,
24,16,,
</tab>

Internal

2013-06-09T02:45:21Z

Dye: /* Electronics */

==Programmers Bay==
*'''Microcontrollers'''
**[[Arduino cheat sheet|Arduino cheat sheet]]
**[[How to burn the Bootloader|How to burn the Bootloader]]
**[http://hlt.media.mit.edu/wiki/pmwiki.php?n=Main.ArduinoATtiny4585 Using Attiny with Arduino]
*'''Xbee'''
*'''Autoit'''
**[[Webcam|Autoit webcam]]
*'''Sketchup'''
**[[Creating Gears in Sketchup|Creating Gears in Sketchup]]
**[[Creating Sketchup Videos|Creating Sketchup Videos]]
**[[Converting sketchup to STL and DXF|Converting sketchup to STL and DXF]]

*'''Misc'''

==Mechanical Lab==
*'''Workshop'''
**[[Vacuum Former|Vacuum Former]]
**[[Belt Sander|Belt Sander]]
**[[Drill Press|Drill Press]]
**[[Band Saw|Band Saw]]
**[[Hot Wire Cutter|Hot Wire Cutter]]
**[http://runawaybrainz.blogspot.com/2011/11/diy-how-to-bend-aluminium-easy-way-with.html DIY Leaf Brake to bend Aluminum (wood)]
**[http://www.eaa.org/experimenter/articles/2009-05_howto_brakes.asp DIY Leaf Brake to bend Aluminum (small)]
**[http://www.instructables.com/id/Homemade-Mini-Press-Brake/ DIY Leaf Brake to bend Aluminum (larger)]
*'''CNC Milling'''
**[[Fireball V90|Fireball V90]]
*'''3D Printing'''
*'''Casting and Mold Making'''
**[[Molding Supplies|Molding Materials: silicone, resin, clays, release agents etc]]

==Electronics==
*'''Soldering'''
**[[Soldering 101|Soldering 101]]
**[[How to reflow|How to reflow]]
**[[Soldering tools|Soldering tools]]
**[[Tape and Reel|Tape and Reel]]
***[http://www.sentryair.com/ Air filtration Systems]
***[http://www.qrpbuilder.com/downloads/pcb_holder_you_can_build.pdf Simple Rubber Band Powered PCB Holder]
*'''Circuits'''
**'''DC Motors'''
***[[How to wire a DPDT Switch to a Motor|How to wire a DPDT Switch to a Motor]]
**'''Current Sources'''
***[[BJT LED Current Source|Simple LED Current Source]]
***[[Op Amp LED Current Source|Advanced LED Current Source with PWM control and Enable]]
**'''Power Protection Strategies'''
***[http://digital-diy.com/general-electronics/422-power-protection-circuits-a-closer-look-at-the-series-diode.html Simple Diode] By far the lowest cost solution, but has a large voltage drop
***[http://digital-diy.com/general-electronics/423-power-protection-circuits-a-closer-look-at-the-crowbar-circuit.html Crowbar Fuse and Diode] A low voltage drop solution, but requires fuse replacement after every failure
***[http://digital-diy.com/general-electronics/424-power-protection-circuits-a-closer-look-at-the-p-channel-mosfet-circuit.html P FET] Slightly more expensive than a diode but linear voltage drop
***[http://www.digikey.com/Web%20Export/Supplier%20Content/Tyco_8004/PDF/TycoRaychem_PolyZen.pdf?redirected=1 Poly Zen] Expensive but very effective
**'''Light Circuits'''
**[[Dark Activated Emergency Light Circuit|Dark Activated Emergency Light]]
**[[Simple Relay Circuit|Simple Relay Circuit]]
**[[InfraRed Beam Break Detector|InfraRed Beam Break Detector]]
**[[High Side Current Meter|High Side Current Meter]]
**[[Transconductance Amplifier|Transconductance Amplifier]]
**[[Stepper Motors| Stepper Motors]]
**[[Hobby Servos| Hobby Servos]]
**[[Multiple Buttons using one Analog Read|Multiple Buttons using one Analog Read]]
**[http://www.openmusiclabs.com/learning/digital/input-matrix-scanning/ 12 Input Matrix Scanning Methods]
*'''Components'''
**'''LvL Translators
***TXB0102 - 2-channel Bi-directional Auto-Direction Logic Level Converter ($0.46ish)
***TXB0304 - 4-channel Bi-directional Auto-Direction Logic Level Converter
***TXB0108 - 8-channel Bi-directional Auto-Direction Logic Level Converter
***LVC1T45 - 1 ch Bi Direction LVL Translator
***LVC2T45 - 2 ch Bi Direction LVL Translator ($0.22ish)
***Discrete One Directional - http://www.rocketnumbernine.com/2009/04/10/5v-33v-bidirectional-level-converter
**'''Optical'''
***[[7 segment LED|7 segment LED]]
**'''Misc'''
***[[IR Receiver|IR Receiver]]
***[[Electryte|Electryte]]
***[[555 Timer|555 Timer]]
***[[555 Timer Servo Circuit|555 Timer Servo Circuit]]
***[[A3982 Stepper Motor Driver|A3982 Stepper Motor Driver]]
**'''7400 Series'''
***[http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/List_of_7400_series_integrated_circuits big list of 7400 parts]
***[[74151 Multiplexer|74151 Multiplexer]]
***[[74HC164|74164 8-Bit SIPO Shift Register]]
***[[74HC595|74595 8-Bit SIPO Shift Register (with Latch)]]
***[[TPIC6B595|TPIC6B595 8-Bit SIPO Shift Register (w Latch & 150mA Drains)]]
**'''DC-DC Converters'''
***[[LM317|LM317 Adjustable Voltage Regulator]]
***[[LM7805|LM7805 5V Fixed Linear Regulator 1.5A]]
***[[LM2576 Buck Regulator|LM2576 5V Buck Regulator/BEC]]
***[[MAX682 5V Charge Pump|MAX682 5V Charge Pump]]
***[[MCP1700 3.3V LDO|MCP1700 3.3V LDO]]
**'''Sensors'''
***[[SS541 Hall Effect Sensor|SS541 Hall Effect Sensor]]
***[[BPW34|BPW34 Photodiode]]
***[[Photo Resistor|Photo Resistor Light Detector]]
**'''Op Amps'''
***[[LM324|LM324 Quad Low Power Op Amp]]
***[[LM358|LM358 Dual Low Power Op Amp]]
**'''Transistors'''
***[[Common Transistors|Common Transistors]]
**'''Clock Sources'''
***[[Crystals Resonators Oscillators|Crystals Resonators Oscillators]]
**'''Capacitors'''
***[http://www.x2y.com/techsummary.htm X2Y Capacitors]
***[[Capacitors|Everything you want to know about Capacitors]]
**'''Haptics'''
***[http://eetimes.com/design/medical-design/4218132/Haptics-technology--picking-up-good-vibrations Intro Into Vibrating Feedback]
***'''ERM'''
***'''LRA'''

*'''PCB Design Tools'''
**[http://www.linear.com/designtools/software/ LT Spice tool for simulating Circuits]
**[http://saturnpcb.com/pcb_toolkit.htm Saturn PCB design toolkit]
**[http://www.altera.com/technology/signal/power-distribution-network/sgl-pdn.html Altera Tool for designing Power Distribution Networks]
**[[How use the toner transfer method|How use the toner transfer method]]
**[[PCB Test Pattern|PCB Test Pattern]]
**[[Electronic Design Automation Tools|Electronic Design Automation Tools]]
*'''Design Spark'''
**http://www.designspark.com/pcb?
*'''Fritzing - The site where we draw our breadboards'''
**http://fritzing.org/
*'''Eagle CAD'''
**[[Advanced Eagle Commands|Advanced Eagle Commands]]
**[[How to manufacture your PCB|How to manufacture your PCB]]
**[[How to duplicate designs in eagle|How to duplicate designs in eagle]]
**[http://hackaday.com/2011/11/16/eagleup-pulls-your-pcbs-into-sketchup/?utm_source=feedburner&utm_medium=feed&utm_campaign=Feed%3A+hackaday%2FLgoM+%28Hack+a+Day%29&utm_content=Google+Feedfetcher How to generate sketchup from eagle using eagleUP]
**[[How to generate bitmaps in eagle|How to generate bitmaps in eagle]]
**[[How to generate g code from eagle|How to generate g code from eagle]]
**[[How to make a symbol in Eagle Library|How to make a symbol in Eagle Library]]

*[[Where to buy hardware|Where to buy hardware]]
*[[Where to buy electronics|Where to buy electronics]]
*[[Useful EE Sites|Useful EE Sites]]

*'''Electrical References'''
**[[Signal Integrity Notes|Notes from Signal and Power Integrity Simplified, Second Edition]]
**[[DC Connectors|Common DC Connectors]]
**[[Wire Gauge|Wire Gauge]]
**[[LEDs|LEDs]]
**[http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Electronic_symbol Electronic Symbols]

*'''Communication Protocols'''

**[[USB|USB (empty)]]
**[[I2C|I2C (empty)]]
**[[SPI|SPI (empty)]]
**[[RS232|RS232 Protocol Test Methods and Description]]
**[[RS422|RS422 (empty)]]
**[[RS485|RS485 (empty)]]
**[[CAN|CAN (empty)]]
**[[LIN|LIN (empty)]]
**[[FlexRay|FlexRay (empty)]]
**[[JTAG|JTAG (empty)]]
**[[MIL1553|MIL1553 (empty)]]
**[[PCIe|PCIe (empty)]]
**[[SAS/SATA|SAS/SATA (empty)]]
**[[MIPI|MIPI (empty)]]
**[[HDMI|HDMI (empty)]]

==Reference Charts==
*[http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Flat_Display_Mounting_Interface Monitor Mounting Hole Dimensions]
*[[Types of Tape|Types of Tape]]
*[[Types of Adhesive|Types of Adhesive]]
*[[Drill/Taps Sizes|Drill/Taps Sizes]]
*[[Cunning Turtle SKUs|Cunning Turtle SKUs]]
*[[Shipping|Shipping]]
*[[Weight Estimations|How to estimate product weights accurately]]
*[http://www.3dcontentcentral.com/parts/supplier/80%2020-Inc.aspx 3D warehouse for models]
*[http://www.3dwarehouse.com google sketchup 3d repository]
*[http://eagleup.wordpress.com/2011/08/09/import-step-files-for-your-models/ converting 3d model formats]

==Misc stuff==
*[http://kalaalog.com/2007/10/11/dragon-sketch-to-vector-art/ How to use inkscape to vectorize a sketch]
*[http://nicubunu.blogspot.com/2008/04/f10-gears-drawing-gears.html Drawing Gears in inkscape]
*[http://www.focuser.com/atm/anodize/anodize.html How to Anodize Aluminum at Home]
*[http://makeprojects.com/Project/Stain-PVC-Any-Color-You-Like/296/1 How to Stain PVC using tetrahydrofuran]
*[http://home.comcast.net/~sskroch/Injection_molding/injection_molding.html Injection Molding at Home]
*[http://www.protoparadigm.com/2011/12/abs-glue-weld-cast-texture-and-more/ Casting/gluing/Welding ABS with acetone]
*[http://www.diyroadcasesstore.com/categories/Corners/ Road Case Parts Supplier]
*[http://www.monoprice.com/ Cables, Audio, Keystone Plates/Fittings, etc]

==Cunning Calcultors==

*[[CalcHowTo|Designing a Javascript Calculator]]
*[http://www.cunningturtle.com/wordpress/wp-content/uploads/2011/12/LED-Resistor-Calc.html Calculate LED Resistor]

==Misc Suppliers==
*[http://www.orangealuminum.com Aluminum Extrusion Supplier]
*[http://www.hardwareelf.com/elf/handles.jsp Handles for Brief Cases, Trunks]
*[http://www.protex.com/product/index/category/Product+Range/subcategory/Case+Fittings Road Case Fittings]
*[http://www.drillspot.com/# Lots of hardware parts like mcmaster carr]
*[http://www.thorlabs.com/# Optical Supplier]
*[http://www.edmundoptics.com/# Optical Supplier]

How to manufacture your PCB

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== Board Design Checklist ==

*'''Filenames''' example TurtleBoard v1.3.
**Turtle Board is the name
**1 is a major revision
**3 is a minor revision.

*'''Schematic Design Rule Check'''
**Stick with 0.1" grid
**Add two fiducials when applicable
**Large boards should have standoffs (4 min)

*'''PCB Design Rule Check'''
**Stick with the 0.05" grid, you may not violate this rule
**Make sure check for unrouted nets
***turn on only the unrouted layer
**'''Trace Widths'''
***6 mil min
***8 mil okay
***10 mil preferred
**'''Trace Clearance'''
***8 mil preferred
**'''Pour Clearance'''
***12 mil preferred
**'''Vias'''
***15 mil minimum
***20 mil preferred
**'''Power/Ground net widths'''
***12 mil - 100mA
***16 mil - 500mA
*Generate a PDF of the schematic
*Generate Assembly drawings
*Add the border

*'''PCB DOCUMENTATION'''
*Make sure every board has the Logo or site URL
*Silkscreen appropriately
**Label LEDs and their purpose PWR, ON, etc
**Label Connectors; battery, audio, servo, etc
***Also label pins if applicable, example TXD, RXD, VCC, GND
**Label switches and their state, ON, Mode 1, Mode 2, etc
**The smallest text you can use is ??mil

*Stand Offs
**Drill: 0.12598425
*CunningTurtle.com
*LED Shift Register V1.0
**Size: 0.07
**Ratio: 8%
**Layer 21 tPlace

== Manufacturing Checklist ==

*All PCBS must be black unless you have a good reason
*Load the seven files with Viewplot. Be sure to specify the drill file type as 2.4 leading.
**Top and bottom copper (.GTL, .GBL)
**Top and bottom solder mask (.GTS, .GBS)
**Top and bottom silkscreen (.GTO, .GBO)
**Drill file, 2.4 leading (.TXT)
*Be sure to specify the drill file type as 2.4 leading.

== PCB Vendors ==

These are just some vendors we've had experience with. We listed their capabilities below

'''Advanced Circuits'''

Min. qty. 4, Get 1 EXTRA PCB FREE!
White Legend (1 or 2 sides)
Lead Time 5 Days
1 Part Number Per Order (extra $50 charge for multiple parts or step & repeat)
2-Layers, FR-4, 0.062", 1 oz. cu. plate
Max. size 60 sq. inches
Lead FREE Solder Finish
No slots (or overlapping drill hits)
Min. 0.006" line/space
No Internal routing (cutouts)
Min. 0.015" hole size
No scoring, tab rout or drilled hole board separations
All Holes Plated
Routed to overall dimensions
Gren LPI Mask
Maximum 35 drilled holes Per Sq. Inch

'''Tech Circuits'''

http://www.techcircuits.com/prodserv.php

* Prototype, Low-to-Medium Production Volume
* Multilayer, Double-Sided and Single-Sided PCB
* Deliveries 1 Day to 4 Weeks
* Line Widths & Spacing to 0.003" (0.075 µm)
o UL Approved
* Low Loss/High Speed Laminates
o Rogers, Getek, Nelco
* Hybrid Multilayer Laminate Construction
* Impedance Control - Modeling & TDR Testing
* Micro Drilling to 0.006" (150µm) Diameter
* Laser Ablation 0.002" (50µm) to 0.006" (150µm)
* LPI Soldermask
o Via Plug & Solder Dams 0.002" (50µm)
* Alternate Finishes
o Electrolytic Au, Immersion Au, Silver, Tin; OSP, High-Temp OSP, HASL
* Edge Plating & Castillated Holes (Half Diameter PTH)
* All CAM Work Stations have Full Design Rule Checking Capability
o Frontline Genesis 2000 with ODB++ Compatibility
* Laser Photo Plotting
* Automated Optical Inspection (3)
* Net List Simultaneous Universal Electrical Test
o Flying Probe & Universal Grid
* Plating Thickness Inspection
o X-ray Fluorescent & Atomic Absorption Scope
* 24-Hour Data Transfer, FTP or E-mail

'''Gold Phoenix'''
Must buy Panel,
1-2 layer 155sqin ($110) 100sqin ($100) 5 day
2-4 layer 155sqin ($300) 100sqin ($280) 75sqin ($250) 6 day
* 2 or 4 layer boards - 0.062" FR4 material
* 2 Layer sizing:
o 7mil (~0.2 mm) spacing minimum
o 7mil (~0.2 mm) traces minimum
o 15mil (~0.5 mm) minimum drill size
* 4 Layer sizing:
o 7mil (~0.15 mm) spacing minimum
o 7mil (~0.15 mm) traces minimum
o 15mil (~0.33 mm) minimum drill size
o No blind/buried vias
* ???mil (~??.? mm) maximum drill size
* All drill hits are plated through
* Matte v-scored, Multipaneled
* Board is routed to the indicated border (+$20)
* Soldermask top side
* 1oz Copper
* No limit on the number of vias
* No limit on pads or components
* Multiple designs, multiple copies are allowed!

'''Batch PCB'''
Boards can be as small as 0.5" (~12.7 mm) square.
* 2 or 4 layer boards - 0.062" FR4 material
* 2 Layer sizing:
o 8mil (~0.2 mm) spacing minimum
o 8mil (~0.2 mm) traces minimum
o 20mil (~0.5 mm) minimum drill size
* 4 Layer sizing:
o 6mil (~0.15 mm) spacing minimum
o 6mil (~0.15 mm) traces minimum
o 13mil (~0.33 mm) minimum drill size
o No blind/buried vias
* 500mil (~12.7 mm) maximum drill size
* All drill hits are plated through
* No internal routes, no v-scoring, only drill files are sent to the fab house
* Board is routed to the indicated border (very clean edges, you can get creative with the shape as well!)
* Soldermask both sides
* 1oz Copper
* No limit on the number of vias
* No limit on pads or components
* Multiple designs, multiple copies are allowed!
* Any size up to 10x15", measured in inch increments (254mm x 381mm)
* Minimum billable size 1x1" (smaller boards are allowed but rounded up)
* Your design can be any size - 1 inch is the minimum
$10 setup fee (shown as a handling charge) - $2.50 per square inch for 2 layer designs, $8.00/sq. in. for 4 layer designs.

== Turnkey PCB Vendors ==

http://www.eevblog.com/episodes/ (video)
http://www.sbcinc.com/
http://www.sunstone.com/
http://www.screamingcircuits.com/
http://www.nexlogic.com/
https://www.twistedtraces.com/
http://www.cirexx.com/
http://www.pololu.com/ (stencils)
http://www.aapcb.com/FAQ.aspx?Section=1
http://dangerousprototypes.com/2013/01/31/another-cheap-pcb-fab-house/
Seeed and Itead
http://www.goldphoenixpcb.com/

Internal

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Dye: /* Misc Suppliers */

==Programmers Bay==
*'''Microcontrollers'''
**[[Arduino cheat sheet|Arduino cheat sheet]]
**[[How to burn the Bootloader|How to burn the Bootloader]]
**[http://hlt.media.mit.edu/wiki/pmwiki.php?n=Main.ArduinoATtiny4585 Using Attiny with Arduino]
*'''Xbee'''
*'''Autoit'''
**[[Webcam|Autoit webcam]]
*'''Sketchup'''
**[[Creating Gears in Sketchup|Creating Gears in Sketchup]]
**[[Creating Sketchup Videos|Creating Sketchup Videos]]
**[[Converting sketchup to STL and DXF|Converting sketchup to STL and DXF]]

*'''Misc'''

==Mechanical Lab==
*'''Workshop'''
**[[Vacuum Former|Vacuum Former]]
**[[Belt Sander|Belt Sander]]
**[[Drill Press|Drill Press]]
**[[Band Saw|Band Saw]]
**[[Hot Wire Cutter|Hot Wire Cutter]]
**[http://runawaybrainz.blogspot.com/2011/11/diy-how-to-bend-aluminium-easy-way-with.html DIY Leaf Brake to bend Aluminum (wood)]
**[http://www.eaa.org/experimenter/articles/2009-05_howto_brakes.asp DIY Leaf Brake to bend Aluminum (small)]
**[http://www.instructables.com/id/Homemade-Mini-Press-Brake/ DIY Leaf Brake to bend Aluminum (larger)]
*'''CNC Milling'''
**[[Fireball V90|Fireball V90]]
*'''3D Printing'''
*'''Casting and Mold Making'''
**[[Molding Supplies|Molding Materials: silicone, resin, clays, release agents etc]]

==Electronics==
*'''Soldering'''
**[[Soldering 101|Soldering 101]]
**[[How to reflow|How to reflow]]
**[[Soldering tools|Soldering tools]]
***[http://www.sentryair.com/ Air filtration Systems]
***[http://www.qrpbuilder.com/downloads/pcb_holder_you_can_build.pdf Simple Rubber Band Powered PCB Holder]
*'''Circuits'''
**'''DC Motors'''
***[[How to wire a DPDT Switch to a Motor|How to wire a DPDT Switch to a Motor]]
**'''Current Sources'''
***[[BJT LED Current Source|Simple LED Current Source]]
***[[Op Amp LED Current Source|Advanced LED Current Source with PWM control and Enable]]
**'''Power Protection Strategies'''
***[http://digital-diy.com/general-electronics/422-power-protection-circuits-a-closer-look-at-the-series-diode.html Simple Diode] By far the lowest cost solution, but has a large voltage drop
***[http://digital-diy.com/general-electronics/423-power-protection-circuits-a-closer-look-at-the-crowbar-circuit.html Crowbar Fuse and Diode] A low voltage drop solution, but requires fuse replacement after every failure
***[http://digital-diy.com/general-electronics/424-power-protection-circuits-a-closer-look-at-the-p-channel-mosfet-circuit.html P FET] Slightly more expensive than a diode but linear voltage drop
***[http://www.digikey.com/Web%20Export/Supplier%20Content/Tyco_8004/PDF/TycoRaychem_PolyZen.pdf?redirected=1 Poly Zen] Expensive but very effective
**'''Light Circuits'''
**[[Dark Activated Emergency Light Circuit|Dark Activated Emergency Light]]
**[[Simple Relay Circuit|Simple Relay Circuit]]
**[[InfraRed Beam Break Detector|InfraRed Beam Break Detector]]
**[[High Side Current Meter|High Side Current Meter]]
**[[Transconductance Amplifier|Transconductance Amplifier]]
**[[Stepper Motors| Stepper Motors]]
**[[Hobby Servos| Hobby Servos]]
**[[Multiple Buttons using one Analog Read|Multiple Buttons using one Analog Read]]
**[http://www.openmusiclabs.com/learning/digital/input-matrix-scanning/ 12 Input Matrix Scanning Methods]
*'''Components'''
**'''LvL Translators
***TXB0102 - 2-channel Bi-directional Auto-Direction Logic Level Converter ($0.46ish)
***TXB0304 - 4-channel Bi-directional Auto-Direction Logic Level Converter
***TXB0108 - 8-channel Bi-directional Auto-Direction Logic Level Converter
***LVC1T45 - 1 ch Bi Direction LVL Translator
***LVC2T45 - 2 ch Bi Direction LVL Translator ($0.22ish)
***Discrete One Directional - http://www.rocketnumbernine.com/2009/04/10/5v-33v-bidirectional-level-converter
**'''Optical'''
***[[7 segment LED|7 segment LED]]
**'''Misc'''
***[[IR Receiver|IR Receiver]]
***[[Electryte|Electryte]]
***[[555 Timer|555 Timer]]
***[[555 Timer Servo Circuit|555 Timer Servo Circuit]]
***[[A3982 Stepper Motor Driver|A3982 Stepper Motor Driver]]
**'''7400 Series'''
***[http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/List_of_7400_series_integrated_circuits big list of 7400 parts]
***[[74151 Multiplexer|74151 Multiplexer]]
***[[74HC164|74164 8-Bit SIPO Shift Register]]
***[[74HC595|74595 8-Bit SIPO Shift Register (with Latch)]]
***[[TPIC6B595|TPIC6B595 8-Bit SIPO Shift Register (w Latch & 150mA Drains)]]
**'''DC-DC Converters'''
***[[LM317|LM317 Adjustable Voltage Regulator]]
***[[LM7805|LM7805 5V Fixed Linear Regulator 1.5A]]
***[[LM2576 Buck Regulator|LM2576 5V Buck Regulator/BEC]]
***[[MAX682 5V Charge Pump|MAX682 5V Charge Pump]]
***[[MCP1700 3.3V LDO|MCP1700 3.3V LDO]]
**'''Sensors'''
***[[SS541 Hall Effect Sensor|SS541 Hall Effect Sensor]]
***[[BPW34|BPW34 Photodiode]]
***[[Photo Resistor|Photo Resistor Light Detector]]
**'''Op Amps'''
***[[LM324|LM324 Quad Low Power Op Amp]]
***[[LM358|LM358 Dual Low Power Op Amp]]
**'''Transistors'''
***[[Common Transistors|Common Transistors]]
**'''Clock Sources'''
***[[Crystals Resonators Oscillators|Crystals Resonators Oscillators]]
**'''Capacitors'''
***[http://www.x2y.com/techsummary.htm X2Y Capacitors]
***[[Capacitors|Everything you want to know about Capacitors]]
**'''Haptics'''
***[http://eetimes.com/design/medical-design/4218132/Haptics-technology--picking-up-good-vibrations Intro Into Vibrating Feedback]
***'''ERM'''
***'''LRA'''

*'''PCB Design Tools'''
**[http://www.linear.com/designtools/software/ LT Spice tool for simulating Circuits]
**[http://saturnpcb.com/pcb_toolkit.htm Saturn PCB design toolkit]
**[http://www.altera.com/technology/signal/power-distribution-network/sgl-pdn.html Altera Tool for designing Power Distribution Networks]
**[[How use the toner transfer method|How use the toner transfer method]]
**[[PCB Test Pattern|PCB Test Pattern]]
**[[Electronic Design Automation Tools|Electronic Design Automation Tools]]
*'''Design Spark'''
**http://www.designspark.com/pcb?
*'''Fritzing - The site where we draw our breadboards'''
**http://fritzing.org/
*'''Eagle CAD'''
**[[Advanced Eagle Commands|Advanced Eagle Commands]]
**[[How to manufacture your PCB|How to manufacture your PCB]]
**[[How to duplicate designs in eagle|How to duplicate designs in eagle]]
**[http://hackaday.com/2011/11/16/eagleup-pulls-your-pcbs-into-sketchup/?utm_source=feedburner&utm_medium=feed&utm_campaign=Feed%3A+hackaday%2FLgoM+%28Hack+a+Day%29&utm_content=Google+Feedfetcher How to generate sketchup from eagle using eagleUP]
**[[How to generate bitmaps in eagle|How to generate bitmaps in eagle]]
**[[How to generate g code from eagle|How to generate g code from eagle]]
**[[How to make a symbol in Eagle Library|How to make a symbol in Eagle Library]]

*[[Where to buy hardware|Where to buy hardware]]
*[[Where to buy electronics|Where to buy electronics]]
*[[Useful EE Sites|Useful EE Sites]]

*'''Electrical References'''
**[[Signal Integrity Notes|Notes from Signal and Power Integrity Simplified, Second Edition]]
**[[DC Connectors|Common DC Connectors]]
**[[Wire Gauge|Wire Gauge]]
**[[LEDs|LEDs]]
**[http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Electronic_symbol Electronic Symbols]

*'''Communication Protocols'''

**[[USB|USB (empty)]]
**[[I2C|I2C (empty)]]
**[[SPI|SPI (empty)]]
**[[RS232|RS232 Protocol Test Methods and Description]]
**[[RS422|RS422 (empty)]]
**[[RS485|RS485 (empty)]]
**[[CAN|CAN (empty)]]
**[[LIN|LIN (empty)]]
**[[FlexRay|FlexRay (empty)]]
**[[JTAG|JTAG (empty)]]
**[[MIL1553|MIL1553 (empty)]]
**[[PCIe|PCIe (empty)]]
**[[SAS/SATA|SAS/SATA (empty)]]
**[[MIPI|MIPI (empty)]]
**[[HDMI|HDMI (empty)]]

==Reference Charts==
*[http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Flat_Display_Mounting_Interface Monitor Mounting Hole Dimensions]
*[[Types of Tape|Types of Tape]]
*[[Types of Adhesive|Types of Adhesive]]
*[[Drill/Taps Sizes|Drill/Taps Sizes]]
*[[Cunning Turtle SKUs|Cunning Turtle SKUs]]
*[[Shipping|Shipping]]
*[[Weight Estimations|How to estimate product weights accurately]]
*[http://www.3dcontentcentral.com/parts/supplier/80%2020-Inc.aspx 3D warehouse for models]
*[http://www.3dwarehouse.com google sketchup 3d repository]
*[http://eagleup.wordpress.com/2011/08/09/import-step-files-for-your-models/ converting 3d model formats]

==Misc stuff==
*[http://kalaalog.com/2007/10/11/dragon-sketch-to-vector-art/ How to use inkscape to vectorize a sketch]
*[http://nicubunu.blogspot.com/2008/04/f10-gears-drawing-gears.html Drawing Gears in inkscape]
*[http://www.focuser.com/atm/anodize/anodize.html How to Anodize Aluminum at Home]
*[http://makeprojects.com/Project/Stain-PVC-Any-Color-You-Like/296/1 How to Stain PVC using tetrahydrofuran]
*[http://home.comcast.net/~sskroch/Injection_molding/injection_molding.html Injection Molding at Home]
*[http://www.protoparadigm.com/2011/12/abs-glue-weld-cast-texture-and-more/ Casting/gluing/Welding ABS with acetone]
*[http://www.diyroadcasesstore.com/categories/Corners/ Road Case Parts Supplier]
*[http://www.monoprice.com/ Cables, Audio, Keystone Plates/Fittings, etc]

==Cunning Calcultors==

*[[CalcHowTo|Designing a Javascript Calculator]]
*[http://www.cunningturtle.com/wordpress/wp-content/uploads/2011/12/LED-Resistor-Calc.html Calculate LED Resistor]

==Misc Suppliers==
*[http://www.orangealuminum.com Aluminum Extrusion Supplier]
*[http://www.hardwareelf.com/elf/handles.jsp Handles for Brief Cases, Trunks]
*[http://www.protex.com/product/index/category/Product+Range/subcategory/Case+Fittings Road Case Fittings]
*[http://www.drillspot.com/# Lots of hardware parts like mcmaster carr]
*[http://www.thorlabs.com/# Optical Supplier]
*[http://www.edmundoptics.com/# Optical Supplier]

Fireball V90

2013-02-06T03:51:01Z

Dye:

[[File:FireballV90.JPG|420px|thumb|right|Fireball V90]]
== Hierarchy ==

'''CAD Software''' - This is the computer aided drafting tool you use to draw your models.
*Sketchup
[[Converting_sketchup_to_STL_and_DXF]]

'''CAM Software''' - This is the software that creates the tool paths for the milling machine to cut
*[[MeshCam]]
'''CNC Control Software'''
*[[Mach3]]
'''CNC Mill'''
*FireBall CNC V90

== Machine Specifications ==

'''FireBall V90 CNC Router (FireBall V90)''' $1,334.80

*Motor/Driver Kit => 3-Axis ProboStep Motor/Driver Kit (Best)

*Drive Nuts => Anti-backlash

*Breakout Board => PBX-RF

*Ready-to-run => Large Enclosure

*Kit Power Supply Upgrade => 40VDC Linear RTR

*Spoil Board => MDF

*Mount For PC7310 or D26670 Trim Router (PCMount) $49.95

'''Machine Travel:'''

*X-Axis ~18"

*Y-Axis ~12"

*Z-Axis ~3"

'''Leadscrew Pitch:'''

*X-Axis 5 Turns Per Inch (0.2in per rev/5.08mm per rev)

*Y-Axis 5 Turns Per Inch (0.2in per rev/5.08mm per rev)

*Z-Axis 12 Turns Per Inch (0.08334in per rev/2.1167mm per rev)

'''Resolution:''' (X & Y Axis)

*Full Step 0.001"

*Half Step 0.0005"

*Quarter Step 0.00025"

*Eighth Step 0.000125"

*Sixteenth Step 0.0000625"

'''Spindle'''

*Dewalt D26670

*Speed: 30,000RPM

*Amps: 5.6Amp

*Rating: 120V AC / DC

*Collet Diameter: 1/4"

*Height: 7.5"

*Weight: 3.75 lbs

== Settings ==

[[File:Fireball V90 Settings.png|420px|thumb|right|Just Some Settings]]
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== Tools ==

We order our bits from precisebits.com. We like their quality and their technical staff was always friendly an helpful.

'''Collet Adapter'''
The tool we use only holds 1/4" tool so this allows us to use 1/8" tools.

*1/4" to 1/8" Collet Adapter ($4.80)
[[http://www.leevalley.com/EN/wood/page.aspx?p=30126&cat=1,46168,46180&ap=1 Lee Valley]]

'''Tool 1'''
*MM208-0625-050F $10.54
*1/16 in. (.0625 in., 1.59 mm) DeepReach Fish-tail End-mill, 2-flute, 0.50 in. max DOC, 1.5 in. OAL
*We use this for most of our detailed wood work
*40 ipm on our machine by default, we've run it to 120ipm with 0.050" depth per pass

'''Tool 2'''
*MM208-1250-113FL $28.88
*1/8 in. (0.125 in, 3.18 mm) dia. DeepReach Fish-tail End-mill, 2-flute, 1.125 in. max DOC, 3.0 in. OAL
*Planned for less detailed wood work, hoping for higher speed

'''Tool 3'''
*EM2E8-0625-90VC $12.61
*90° "V" point, ZrN coated PreciseBIT 2-flute Scoring / Engraving bit, 0.005in tip web,1.42 in. (36mm) OAL
*planned for pcbs, we've successfully made a few boards with 10 mil clearance

'''Tool 4'''
*EM2E8-0625-60VC $12.61
*60° "V" point, ZrN coated PreciseBIT 2-flute Scoring / Engraving bit, 0.005in tip web,1.42 in. (36mm) OAL
*have not used yet

== Upgrades ==
[[File:TSlotRails.jpg|400px|thumb|right|T-slot rails and 1/4-20" bolts with knobs]]

*Built Table (stolen from our old darkroom)
*Added Ikea lighting fixture
*Motor screw heads were too large, belt sander + cordless drill milled it down to size
*Added t-slot rails to board and 1/4-20" bolts with knobs
**57715K75 McMasterCarr - 3 Prong Knobs $0.91
**1850A11 McMasterCarr - TSlot Tracks 18" $3.99
**92865A549 McMasterCarr - 1/4-20" 2" Bolts $8.68
*Added cable management
*Added removable Monitor Stand

== Problems ==
*Z Axis

So it turns out most CNC codes operate with the positive Z going up. In order to mill most of the pieces for our machine we needed to chance the scaling to -1 or the machine moves the wrong way.

*M3 S Code

Apparently our CNC keeps crashing when we run MACH 3, not sure why but it is always on the M3 S Code. We get some error that reads Go SpinCW(). The M3 code is for the spindle spin up. Since our machine doesn't have a relay we just delete these lines of code and we are fine.

*Driver issues

Apparently when mach 3 crashes it crashes hard. We have had numerous issues where the mach 3 driver seems to hang, the jog commands are unresponsive and the pc blue screens.

Recommendation 1) "You're operating on a laptop, the parallel port's are notorious for going into low power."
-We are using a Mini ITX so I was wondering if the same thing was happening. Doesn't seem definitive.

Recommendation 2) Use the drivertest.exe in the mach3 folder
-done the pulses seem to flash when the drivers are working and hangs when it's not

Recommendation 3) Run specialdrivers.bat
-mweh didn't seem to do anything, seemed even worse so i ran originaldriver.bat, it's working... for now

Recommendation 4) Reinstall Mach3
-tempted, but haven't tried yet

Fireball V90

2013-02-06T03:50:06Z

Dye:

[[File:FierrsereballV90.JPG|420px|thumb|right|Fireball V90]]
[[File:FireballV90.JPG|420px|thumb|right|Fireball V90]]
== Hierarchy ==

'''CAD Software''' - This is the computer aided drafting tool you use to draw your models.
*Sketchup
[[Converting_sketchup_to_STL_and_DXF]]

'''CAM Software''' - This is the software that creates the tool paths for the milling machine to cut
*[[MeshCam]]
'''CNC Control Software'''
*[[Mach3]]
'''CNC Mill'''
*FireBall CNC V90

== Machine Specifications ==

'''FireBall V90 CNC Router (FireBall V90)''' $1,334.80

*Motor/Driver Kit => 3-Axis ProboStep Motor/Driver Kit (Best)

*Drive Nuts => Anti-backlash

*Breakout Board => PBX-RF

*Ready-to-run => Large Enclosure

*Kit Power Supply Upgrade => 40VDC Linear RTR

*Spoil Board => MDF

*Mount For PC7310 or D26670 Trim Router (PCMount) $49.95

'''Machine Travel:'''

*X-Axis ~18"

*Y-Axis ~12"

*Z-Axis ~3"

'''Leadscrew Pitch:'''

*X-Axis 5 Turns Per Inch (0.2in per rev/5.08mm per rev)

*Y-Axis 5 Turns Per Inch (0.2in per rev/5.08mm per rev)

*Z-Axis 12 Turns Per Inch (0.08334in per rev/2.1167mm per rev)

'''Resolution:''' (X & Y Axis)

*Full Step 0.001"

*Half Step 0.0005"

*Quarter Step 0.00025"

*Eighth Step 0.000125"

*Sixteenth Step 0.0000625"

'''Spindle'''

*Dewalt D26670

*Speed: 30,000RPM

*Amps: 5.6Amp

*Rating: 120V AC / DC

*Collet Diameter: 1/4"

*Height: 7.5"

*Weight: 3.75 lbs

== Settings ==

[[File:Fireball V90 Settings.png|420px|thumb|right|Just Some Settings]]
.

.

.

.

.

.

.

.

.

.

== Tools ==

We order our bits from precisebits.com. We like their quality and their technical staff was always friendly an helpful.

'''Collet Adapter'''
The tool we use only holds 1/4" tool so this allows us to use 1/8" tools.

*1/4" to 1/8" Collet Adapter ($4.80)
[[http://www.leevalley.com/EN/wood/page.aspx?p=30126&cat=1,46168,46180&ap=1 Lee Valley]]

'''Tool 1'''
*MM208-0625-050F $10.54
*1/16 in. (.0625 in., 1.59 mm) DeepReach Fish-tail End-mill, 2-flute, 0.50 in. max DOC, 1.5 in. OAL
*We use this for most of our detailed wood work
*40 ipm on our machine by default, we've run it to 120ipm with 0.050" depth per pass

'''Tool 2'''
*MM208-1250-113FL $28.88
*1/8 in. (0.125 in, 3.18 mm) dia. DeepReach Fish-tail End-mill, 2-flute, 1.125 in. max DOC, 3.0 in. OAL
*Planned for less detailed wood work, hoping for higher speed

'''Tool 3'''
*EM2E8-0625-90VC $12.61
*90° "V" point, ZrN coated PreciseBIT 2-flute Scoring / Engraving bit, 0.005in tip web,1.42 in. (36mm) OAL
*planned for pcbs, we've successfully made a few boards with 10 mil clearance

'''Tool 4'''
*EM2E8-0625-60VC $12.61
*60° "V" point, ZrN coated PreciseBIT 2-flute Scoring / Engraving bit, 0.005in tip web,1.42 in. (36mm) OAL
*have not used yet

== Upgrades ==
[[File:TSlotRails.jpg|400px|thumb|right|T-slot rails and 1/4-20" bolts with knobs]]

*Built Table (stolen from our old darkroom)
*Added Ikea lighting fixture
*Motor screw heads were too large, belt sander + cordless drill milled it down to size
*Added t-slot rails to board and 1/4-20" bolts with knobs
**57715K75 McMasterCarr - 3 Prong Knobs $0.91
**1850A11 McMasterCarr - TSlot Tracks 18" $3.99
**92865A549 McMasterCarr - 1/4-20" 2" Bolts $8.68
*Added cable management
*Added removable Monitor Stand

== Problems ==
*Z Axis

So it turns out most CNC codes operate with the positive Z going up. In order to mill most of the pieces for our machine we needed to chance the scaling to -1 or the machine moves the wrong way.

*M3 S Code

Apparently our CNC keeps crashing when we run MACH 3, not sure why but it is always on the M3 S Code. We get some error that reads Go SpinCW(). The M3 code is for the spindle spin up. Since our machine doesn't have a relay we just delete these lines of code and we are fine.

*Driver issues

Apparently when mach 3 crashes it crashes hard. We have had numerous issues where the mach 3 driver seems to hang, the jog commands are unresponsive and the pc blue screens.

Recommendation 1) "You're operating on a laptop, the parallel port's are notorious for going into low power."
-We are using a Mini ITX so I was wondering if the same thing was happening. Doesn't seem definitive.

Recommendation 2) Use the drivertest.exe in the mach3 folder
-done the pulses seem to flash when the drivers are working and hangs when it's not

Recommendation 3) Run specialdrivers.bat
-mweh didn't seem to do anything, seemed even worse so i ran originaldriver.bat, it's working... for now

Recommendation 4) Reinstall Mach3
-tempted, but haven't tried yet

Internal

2012-12-27T14:53:41Z

Dye: /* Electronics */

==Programmers Bay==
*'''Microcontrollers'''
**[[Arduino cheat sheet|Arduino cheat sheet]]
**[[How to burn the Bootloader|How to burn the Bootloader]]
**[http://hlt.media.mit.edu/wiki/pmwiki.php?n=Main.ArduinoATtiny4585 Using Attiny with Arduino]
*'''Xbee'''
*'''Autoit'''
**[[Webcam|Autoit webcam]]
*'''Sketchup'''
**[[Creating Gears in Sketchup|Creating Gears in Sketchup]]
**[[Creating Sketchup Videos|Creating Sketchup Videos]]
**[[Converting sketchup to STL and DXF|Converting sketchup to STL and DXF]]

*'''Misc'''

==Mechanical Lab==
*'''Workshop'''
**[[Vacuum Former|Vacuum Former]]
**[[Belt Sander|Belt Sander]]
**[[Drill Press|Drill Press]]
**[[Band Saw|Band Saw]]
**[[Hot Wire Cutter|Hot Wire Cutter]]
**[http://runawaybrainz.blogspot.com/2011/11/diy-how-to-bend-aluminium-easy-way-with.html DIY Leaf Brake to bend Aluminum (wood)]
**[http://www.eaa.org/experimenter/articles/2009-05_howto_brakes.asp DIY Leaf Brake to bend Aluminum (small)]
**[http://www.instructables.com/id/Homemade-Mini-Press-Brake/ DIY Leaf Brake to bend Aluminum (larger)]
*'''CNC Milling'''
**[[Fireball V90|Fireball V90]]
*'''3D Printing'''
*'''Casting and Mold Making'''
**[[Molding Supplies|Molding Materials: silicone, resin, clays, release agents etc]]

==Electronics==
*'''Soldering'''
**[[Soldering 101|Soldering 101]]
**[[How to reflow|How to reflow]]
**[[Soldering tools|Soldering tools]]
***[http://www.sentryair.com/ Air filtration Systems]
***[http://www.qrpbuilder.com/downloads/pcb_holder_you_can_build.pdf Simple Rubber Band Powered PCB Holder]
*'''Circuits'''
**'''DC Motors'''
***[[How to wire a DPDT Switch to a Motor|How to wire a DPDT Switch to a Motor]]
**'''Current Sources'''
***[[BJT LED Current Source|Simple LED Current Source]]
***[[Op Amp LED Current Source|Advanced LED Current Source with PWM control and Enable]]
**'''Power Protection Strategies'''
***[http://digital-diy.com/general-electronics/422-power-protection-circuits-a-closer-look-at-the-series-diode.html Simple Diode] By far the lowest cost solution, but has a large voltage drop
***[http://digital-diy.com/general-electronics/423-power-protection-circuits-a-closer-look-at-the-crowbar-circuit.html Crowbar Fuse and Diode] A low voltage drop solution, but requires fuse replacement after every failure
***[http://digital-diy.com/general-electronics/424-power-protection-circuits-a-closer-look-at-the-p-channel-mosfet-circuit.html P FET] Slightly more expensive than a diode but linear voltage drop
***[http://www.digikey.com/Web%20Export/Supplier%20Content/Tyco_8004/PDF/TycoRaychem_PolyZen.pdf?redirected=1 Poly Zen] Expensive but very effective
**'''Light Circuits'''
**[[Dark Activated Emergency Light Circuit|Dark Activated Emergency Light]]
**[[Simple Relay Circuit|Simple Relay Circuit]]
**[[InfraRed Beam Break Detector|InfraRed Beam Break Detector]]
**[[High Side Current Meter|High Side Current Meter]]
**[[Transconductance Amplifier|Transconductance Amplifier]]
**[[Stepper Motors| Stepper Motors]]
**[[Hobby Servos| Hobby Servos]]
**[[Multiple Buttons using one Analog Read|Multiple Buttons using one Analog Read]]
**[http://www.openmusiclabs.com/learning/digital/input-matrix-scanning/ 12 Input Matrix Scanning Methods]
*'''Components'''
**'''LvL Translators
***TXB0102 - 2-channel Bi-directional Auto-Direction Logic Level Converter ($0.46ish)
***TXB0304 - 4-channel Bi-directional Auto-Direction Logic Level Converter
***TXB0108 - 8-channel Bi-directional Auto-Direction Logic Level Converter
***LVC1T45 - 1 ch Bi Direction LVL Translator
***LVC2T45 - 2 ch Bi Direction LVL Translator ($0.22ish)
***Discrete One Directional - http://www.rocketnumbernine.com/2009/04/10/5v-33v-bidirectional-level-converter
**'''Optical'''
***[[7 segment LED|7 segment LED]]
**'''Misc'''
***[[IR Receiver|IR Receiver]]
***[[Electryte|Electryte]]
***[[555 Timer|555 Timer]]
***[[555 Timer Servo Circuit|555 Timer Servo Circuit]]
***[[A3982 Stepper Motor Driver|A3982 Stepper Motor Driver]]
**'''7400 Series'''
***[http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/List_of_7400_series_integrated_circuits big list of 7400 parts]
***[[74151 Multiplexer|74151 Multiplexer]]
***[[74HC164|74164 8-Bit SIPO Shift Register]]
***[[74HC595|74595 8-Bit SIPO Shift Register (with Latch)]]
***[[TPIC6B595|TPIC6B595 8-Bit SIPO Shift Register (w Latch & 150mA Drains)]]
**'''DC-DC Converters'''
***[[LM317|LM317 Adjustable Voltage Regulator]]
***[[LM7805|LM7805 5V Fixed Linear Regulator 1.5A]]
***[[LM2576 Buck Regulator|LM2576 5V Buck Regulator/BEC]]
***[[MAX682 5V Charge Pump|MAX682 5V Charge Pump]]
***[[MCP1700 3.3V LDO|MCP1700 3.3V LDO]]
**'''Sensors'''
***[[SS541 Hall Effect Sensor|SS541 Hall Effect Sensor]]
***[[BPW34|BPW34 Photodiode]]
***[[Photo Resistor|Photo Resistor Light Detector]]
**'''Op Amps'''
***[[LM324|LM324 Quad Low Power Op Amp]]
***[[LM358|LM358 Dual Low Power Op Amp]]
**'''Transistors'''
***[[Common Transistors|Common Transistors]]
**'''Clock Sources'''
***[[Crystals Resonators Oscillators|Crystals Resonators Oscillators]]
**'''Capacitors'''
***[http://www.x2y.com/techsummary.htm X2Y Capacitors]
***[[Capacitors|Everything you want to know about Capacitors]]
**'''Haptics'''
***[http://eetimes.com/design/medical-design/4218132/Haptics-technology--picking-up-good-vibrations Intro Into Vibrating Feedback]
***'''ERM'''
***'''LRA'''

*'''PCB Design Tools'''
**[http://www.linear.com/designtools/software/ LT Spice tool for simulating Circuits]
**[http://saturnpcb.com/pcb_toolkit.htm Saturn PCB design toolkit]
**[http://www.altera.com/technology/signal/power-distribution-network/sgl-pdn.html Altera Tool for designing Power Distribution Networks]
**[[How use the toner transfer method|How use the toner transfer method]]
**[[PCB Test Pattern|PCB Test Pattern]]
**[[Electronic Design Automation Tools|Electronic Design Automation Tools]]
*'''Design Spark'''
**http://www.designspark.com/pcb?
*'''Fritzing - The site where we draw our breadboards'''
**http://fritzing.org/
*'''Eagle CAD'''
**[[Advanced Eagle Commands|Advanced Eagle Commands]]
**[[How to manufacture your PCB|How to manufacture your PCB]]
**[[How to duplicate designs in eagle|How to duplicate designs in eagle]]
**[http://hackaday.com/2011/11/16/eagleup-pulls-your-pcbs-into-sketchup/?utm_source=feedburner&utm_medium=feed&utm_campaign=Feed%3A+hackaday%2FLgoM+%28Hack+a+Day%29&utm_content=Google+Feedfetcher How to generate sketchup from eagle using eagleUP]
**[[How to generate bitmaps in eagle|How to generate bitmaps in eagle]]
**[[How to generate g code from eagle|How to generate g code from eagle]]
**[[How to make a symbol in Eagle Library|How to make a symbol in Eagle Library]]

*[[Where to buy hardware|Where to buy hardware]]
*[[Where to buy electronics|Where to buy electronics]]
*[[Useful EE Sites|Useful EE Sites]]

*'''Electrical References'''
**[[Signal Integrity Notes|Notes from Signal and Power Integrity Simplified, Second Edition]]
**[[DC Connectors|Common DC Connectors]]
**[[Wire Gauge|Wire Gauge]]
**[[LEDs|LEDs]]
**[http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Electronic_symbol Electronic Symbols]

*'''Communication Protocols'''

**[[USB|USB (empty)]]
**[[I2C|I2C (empty)]]
**[[SPI|SPI (empty)]]
**[[RS232|RS232 Protocol Test Methods and Description]]
**[[RS422|RS422 (empty)]]
**[[RS485|RS485 (empty)]]
**[[CAN|CAN (empty)]]
**[[LIN|LIN (empty)]]
**[[FlexRay|FlexRay (empty)]]
**[[JTAG|JTAG (empty)]]
**[[MIL1553|MIL1553 (empty)]]
**[[PCIe|PCIe (empty)]]
**[[SAS/SATA|SAS/SATA (empty)]]
**[[MIPI|MIPI (empty)]]
**[[HDMI|HDMI (empty)]]

==Reference Charts==
*[http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Flat_Display_Mounting_Interface Monitor Mounting Hole Dimensions]
*[[Types of Tape|Types of Tape]]
*[[Types of Adhesive|Types of Adhesive]]
*[[Drill/Taps Sizes|Drill/Taps Sizes]]
*[[Cunning Turtle SKUs|Cunning Turtle SKUs]]
*[[Shipping|Shipping]]
*[[Weight Estimations|How to estimate product weights accurately]]
*[http://www.3dcontentcentral.com/parts/supplier/80%2020-Inc.aspx 3D warehouse for models]
*[http://www.3dwarehouse.com google sketchup 3d repository]
*[http://eagleup.wordpress.com/2011/08/09/import-step-files-for-your-models/ converting 3d model formats]

==Misc stuff==
*[http://kalaalog.com/2007/10/11/dragon-sketch-to-vector-art/ How to use inkscape to vectorize a sketch]
*[http://nicubunu.blogspot.com/2008/04/f10-gears-drawing-gears.html Drawing Gears in inkscape]
*[http://www.focuser.com/atm/anodize/anodize.html How to Anodize Aluminum at Home]
*[http://makeprojects.com/Project/Stain-PVC-Any-Color-You-Like/296/1 How to Stain PVC using tetrahydrofuran]
*[http://home.comcast.net/~sskroch/Injection_molding/injection_molding.html Injection Molding at Home]
*[http://www.protoparadigm.com/2011/12/abs-glue-weld-cast-texture-and-more/ Casting/gluing/Welding ABS with acetone]
*[http://www.diyroadcasesstore.com/categories/Corners/ Road Case Parts Supplier]
*[http://www.monoprice.com/ Cables, Audio, Keystone Plates/Fittings, etc]

==Cunning Calcultors==

*[[CalcHowTo|Designing a Javascript Calculator]]
*[http://www.cunningturtle.com/wordpress/wp-content/uploads/2011/12/LED-Resistor-Calc.html Calculate LED Resistor]

==Misc Suppliers==
*[http://www.orangealuminum.com Aluminum Extrusion Supplier]
*[http://www.hardwareelf.com/elf/handles.jsp Handles for Brief Cases, Trunks]
*[http://www.protex.com/product/index/category/Product+Range/subcategory/Case+Fittings Road Case Fittings]
*[http://www.drillspot.com/# Lots of hardware parts like mcmaster carr]

Molding Supplies

2012-12-17T16:09:05Z

Dye: Created page with "Mold Making is a Very Fun Process. Attached is a table of materials we have experienced or studied. It is in no way complete. Sometimes '''Plaster''' '''Silicon''' '''Resin''..."

Mold Making is a Very Fun Process. Attached is a table of materials we have experienced or studied. It is in no way complete. Sometimes

'''Plaster'''

'''Silicon'''

'''Resin'''

'''Clay'''

'''Release Agents'''

<tab class=wikitable sep=comma head=top>
Material Type, Cost/ounce, Name, Vender, Comments
Silicon, ???, Pinkysil, Skin safe, Platnium Based Pink, fairly high melting point
Plaster, ???, ??, Skin safe, Heat resistant
Release Agent, Cheap, Petroleum Jelly, Everywhere, Easy to obtain, very low cost

</tab>

Internal

2012-12-17T15:54:19Z

Dye: /* Mechanical Lab */

==Programmers Bay==
*'''Microcontrollers'''
**[[Arduino cheat sheet|Arduino cheat sheet]]
**[[How to burn the Bootloader|How to burn the Bootloader]]
**[http://hlt.media.mit.edu/wiki/pmwiki.php?n=Main.ArduinoATtiny4585 Using Attiny with Arduino]
*'''Xbee'''
*'''Autoit'''
**[[Webcam|Autoit webcam]]
*'''Sketchup'''
**[[Creating Gears in Sketchup|Creating Gears in Sketchup]]
**[[Creating Sketchup Videos|Creating Sketchup Videos]]
**[[Converting sketchup to STL and DXF|Converting sketchup to STL and DXF]]

*'''Misc'''

==Mechanical Lab==
*'''Workshop'''
**[[Vacuum Former|Vacuum Former]]
**[[Belt Sander|Belt Sander]]
**[[Drill Press|Drill Press]]
**[[Band Saw|Band Saw]]
**[[Hot Wire Cutter|Hot Wire Cutter]]
**[http://runawaybrainz.blogspot.com/2011/11/diy-how-to-bend-aluminium-easy-way-with.html DIY Leaf Brake to bend Aluminum (wood)]
**[http://www.eaa.org/experimenter/articles/2009-05_howto_brakes.asp DIY Leaf Brake to bend Aluminum (small)]
**[http://www.instructables.com/id/Homemade-Mini-Press-Brake/ DIY Leaf Brake to bend Aluminum (larger)]
*'''CNC Milling'''
**[[Fireball V90|Fireball V90]]
*'''3D Printing'''
*'''Casting and Mold Making'''
**[[Molding Supplies|Molding Materials: silicone, resin, clays, release agents etc]]

==Electronics==
*'''Soldering'''
**[[Soldering 101|Soldering 101]]
**[[How to reflow|How to reflow]]
**[[Soldering tools|Soldering tools]]
***[http://www.sentryair.com/ Air filtration Systems]
***[http://www.qrpbuilder.com/downloads/pcb_holder_you_can_build.pdf Simple Rubber Band Powered PCB Holder]
*'''Circuits'''
**'''DC Motors'''
***[[How to wire a DPDT Switch to a Motor|How to wire a DPDT Switch to a Motor]]
**'''Current Sources'''
***[[BJT LED Current Source|Simple LED Current Source]]
***[[Op Amp LED Current Source|Advanced LED Current Source with PWM control and Enable]]
**'''Power Protection Strategies'''
***[http://digital-diy.com/general-electronics/422-power-protection-circuits-a-closer-look-at-the-series-diode.html Simple Diode] By far the lowest cost solution, but has a large voltage drop
***[http://digital-diy.com/general-electronics/423-power-protection-circuits-a-closer-look-at-the-crowbar-circuit.html Crowbar Fuse and Diode] A low voltage drop solution, but requires fuse replacement after every failure
***[http://digital-diy.com/general-electronics/424-power-protection-circuits-a-closer-look-at-the-p-channel-mosfet-circuit.html P FET] Slightly more expensive than a diode but linear voltage drop
***[http://www.digikey.com/Web%20Export/Supplier%20Content/Tyco_8004/PDF/TycoRaychem_PolyZen.pdf?redirected=1 Poly Zen] Expensive but very effective
**'''Light Circuits'''
**[[Dark Activated Emergency Light Circuit|Dark Activated Emergency Light]]
**[[Simple Relay Circuit|Simple Relay Circuit]]
**[[InfraRed Beam Break Detector|InfraRed Beam Break Detector]]
**[[High Side Current Meter|High Side Current Meter]]
**[[Transconductance Amplifier|Transconductance Amplifier]]
**[[Stepper Motors| Stepper Motors]]
**[[Hobby Servos| Hobby Servos]]
**[[Multiple Buttons using one Analog Read|Multiple Buttons using one Analog Read]]
**[http://www.openmusiclabs.com/learning/digital/input-matrix-scanning/ 12 Input Matrix Scanning Methods]
*'''Components'''
**'''LvL Translators
***TXB0102 - 2-channel Bi-directional Auto-Direction Logic Level Converter ($0.46ish)
***TXB0304 - 4-channel Bi-directional Auto-Direction Logic Level Converter
***TXB0108 - 8-channel Bi-directional Auto-Direction Logic Level Converter
***LVC1T45 - 1 ch Bi Direction LVL Translator
***LVC2T45 - 2 ch Bi Direction LVL Translator ($0.22ish)
***Discrete One Directional - http://www.rocketnumbernine.com/2009/04/10/5v-33v-bidirectional-level-converter
**'''Optical'''
***[[7 segment LED|7 segment LED]]
**'''Misc'''
***[[IR Receiver|IR Receiver]]
***[[Electryte|Electryte]]
***[[555 Timer|555 Timer]]
***[[555 Timer Servo Circuit|555 Timer Servo Circuit]]
***[[A3982 Stepper Motor Driver|A3982 Stepper Motor Driver]]
**'''7400 Series'''
***[http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/List_of_7400_series_integrated_circuits big list of 7400 parts]
***[[74151 Multiplexer|74151 Multiplexer]]
***[[74HC164|74164 8-Bit SIPO Shift Register]]
***[[74HC595|74595 8-Bit SIPO Shift Register (with Latch)]]
***[[TPIC6B595|TPIC6B595 8-Bit SIPO Shift Register (w Latch & 150mA Drains)]]
**'''DC-DC Converters'''
***[[LM317|LM317 Adjustable Voltage Regulator]]
***[[LM7805|LM7805 5V Fixed Linear Regulator 1.5A]]
***[[LM2576 Buck Regulator|LM2576 5V Buck Regulator/BEC]]
***[[MAX682 5V Charge Pump|MAX682 5V Charge Pump]]
***[[MCP1700 3.3V LDO|MCP1700 3.3V LDO]]
**'''Sensors'''
***[[SS541 Hall Effect Sensor|SS541 Hall Effect Sensor]]
***[[BPW34|BPW34 Photodiode]]
***[[Photo Resistor|Photo Resistor Light Detector]]
**'''Op Amps'''
***[[LM324|LM324 Quad Low Power Op Amp]]
***[[LM358|LM358 Dual Low Power Op Amp]]
**'''Transistors'''
***[[Common Transistors|Common Transistors]]
**'''Clock Sources'''
***[[Crystals Resonators Oscillators|Crystals Resonators Oscillators]]
**'''Capacitors'''
***[http://www.x2y.com/techsummary.htm X2Y Capacitors]
***[[Capacitors|Everything you want to know about Capacitors]]
**'''Haptics'''
***[http://eetimes.com/design/medical-design/4218132/Haptics-technology--picking-up-good-vibrations Intro Into Vibrating Feedback]
***'''ERM'''
***'''LRA'''

*'''PCB Design Tools'''
**[http://www.linear.com/designtools/software/ LT Spice tool for simulating Circuits]
**[http://saturnpcb.com/pcb_toolkit.htm Saturn PCB design toolkit]
**[http://www.altera.com/technology/signal/power-distribution-network/sgl-pdn.html Altera Tool for designing Power Distribution Networks]
**[[How use the toner transfer method|How use the toner transfer method]]
**[[PCB Test Pattern|PCB Test Pattern]]
**[[Electronic Design Automation Tools|Electronic Design Automation Tools]]
*'''Design Spark'''
**http://www.designspark.com/pcb?
*'''Eagle CAD'''
**[[Advanced Eagle Commands|Advanced Eagle Commands]]
**[[How to manufacture your PCB|How to manufacture your PCB]]
**[[How to duplicate designs in eagle|How to duplicate designs in eagle]]
**[http://hackaday.com/2011/11/16/eagleup-pulls-your-pcbs-into-sketchup/?utm_source=feedburner&utm_medium=feed&utm_campaign=Feed%3A+hackaday%2FLgoM+%28Hack+a+Day%29&utm_content=Google+Feedfetcher How to generate sketchup from eagle using eagleUP]
**[[How to generate bitmaps in eagle|How to generate bitmaps in eagle]]
**[[How to generate g code from eagle|How to generate g code from eagle]]
**[[How to make a symbol in Eagle Library|How to make a symbol in Eagle Library]]

*[[Where to buy hardware|Where to buy hardware]]
*[[Where to buy electronics|Where to buy electronics]]
*[[Useful EE Sites|Useful EE Sites]]

*'''Electrical References'''
**[[Signal Integrity Notes|Notes from Signal and Power Integrity Simplified, Second Edition]]
**[[DC Connectors|Common DC Connectors]]
**[[Wire Gauge|Wire Gauge]]
**[[LEDs|LEDs]]
**[http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Electronic_symbol Electronic Symbols]

*'''Communication Protocols'''

**[[USB|USB (empty)]]
**[[I2C|I2C (empty)]]
**[[SPI|SPI (empty)]]
**[[RS232|RS232 Protocol Test Methods and Description]]
**[[RS422|RS422 (empty)]]
**[[RS485|RS485 (empty)]]
**[[CAN|CAN (empty)]]
**[[LIN|LIN (empty)]]
**[[FlexRay|FlexRay (empty)]]
**[[JTAG|JTAG (empty)]]
**[[MIL1553|MIL1553 (empty)]]
**[[PCIe|PCIe (empty)]]
**[[SAS/SATA|SAS/SATA (empty)]]
**[[MIPI|MIPI (empty)]]
**[[HDMI|HDMI (empty)]]

==Reference Charts==
*[http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Flat_Display_Mounting_Interface Monitor Mounting Hole Dimensions]
*[[Types of Tape|Types of Tape]]
*[[Types of Adhesive|Types of Adhesive]]
*[[Drill/Taps Sizes|Drill/Taps Sizes]]
*[[Cunning Turtle SKUs|Cunning Turtle SKUs]]
*[[Shipping|Shipping]]
*[[Weight Estimations|How to estimate product weights accurately]]
*[http://www.3dcontentcentral.com/parts/supplier/80%2020-Inc.aspx 3D warehouse for models]
*[http://www.3dwarehouse.com google sketchup 3d repository]
*[http://eagleup.wordpress.com/2011/08/09/import-step-files-for-your-models/ converting 3d model formats]

==Misc stuff==
*[http://kalaalog.com/2007/10/11/dragon-sketch-to-vector-art/ How to use inkscape to vectorize a sketch]
*[http://nicubunu.blogspot.com/2008/04/f10-gears-drawing-gears.html Drawing Gears in inkscape]
*[http://www.focuser.com/atm/anodize/anodize.html How to Anodize Aluminum at Home]
*[http://makeprojects.com/Project/Stain-PVC-Any-Color-You-Like/296/1 How to Stain PVC using tetrahydrofuran]
*[http://home.comcast.net/~sskroch/Injection_molding/injection_molding.html Injection Molding at Home]
*[http://www.protoparadigm.com/2011/12/abs-glue-weld-cast-texture-and-more/ Casting/gluing/Welding ABS with acetone]
*[http://www.diyroadcasesstore.com/categories/Corners/ Road Case Parts Supplier]
*[http://www.monoprice.com/ Cables, Audio, Keystone Plates/Fittings, etc]

==Cunning Calcultors==

*[[CalcHowTo|Designing a Javascript Calculator]]
*[http://www.cunningturtle.com/wordpress/wp-content/uploads/2011/12/LED-Resistor-Calc.html Calculate LED Resistor]

==Misc Suppliers==
*[http://www.orangealuminum.com Aluminum Extrusion Supplier]
*[http://www.hardwareelf.com/elf/handles.jsp Handles for Brief Cases, Trunks]
*[http://www.protex.com/product/index/category/Product+Range/subcategory/Case+Fittings Road Case Fittings]
*[http://www.drillspot.com/# Lots of hardware parts like mcmaster carr]

Internal

2012-12-17T14:39:33Z

Dye: /* Electronics */

==Programmers Bay==
*'''Microcontrollers'''
**[[Arduino cheat sheet|Arduino cheat sheet]]
**[[How to burn the Bootloader|How to burn the Bootloader]]
**[http://hlt.media.mit.edu/wiki/pmwiki.php?n=Main.ArduinoATtiny4585 Using Attiny with Arduino]
*'''Xbee'''
*'''Autoit'''
**[[Webcam|Autoit webcam]]
*'''Sketchup'''
**[[Creating Gears in Sketchup|Creating Gears in Sketchup]]
**[[Creating Sketchup Videos|Creating Sketchup Videos]]
**[[Converting sketchup to STL and DXF|Converting sketchup to STL and DXF]]

*'''Misc'''

==Mechanical Lab==
*'''Workshop'''
**[[Vacuum Former|Vacuum Former]]
**[[Belt Sander|Belt Sander]]
**[[Drill Press|Drill Press]]
**[[Band Saw|Band Saw]]
**[[Hot Wire Cutter|Hot Wire Cutter]]
**[http://runawaybrainz.blogspot.com/2011/11/diy-how-to-bend-aluminium-easy-way-with.html DIY Leaf Brake to bend Aluminum (wood)]
**[http://www.eaa.org/experimenter/articles/2009-05_howto_brakes.asp DIY Leaf Brake to bend Aluminum (small)]
**[http://www.instructables.com/id/Homemade-Mini-Press-Brake/ DIY Leaf Brake to bend Aluminum (larger)]
*'''CNC Milling'''
**[[Fireball V90|Fireball V90]]
*'''3D Printing'''

==Electronics==
*'''Soldering'''
**[[Soldering 101|Soldering 101]]
**[[How to reflow|How to reflow]]
**[[Soldering tools|Soldering tools]]
***[http://www.sentryair.com/ Air filtration Systems]
***[http://www.qrpbuilder.com/downloads/pcb_holder_you_can_build.pdf Simple Rubber Band Powered PCB Holder]
*'''Circuits'''
**'''DC Motors'''
***[[How to wire a DPDT Switch to a Motor|How to wire a DPDT Switch to a Motor]]
**'''Current Sources'''
***[[BJT LED Current Source|Simple LED Current Source]]
***[[Op Amp LED Current Source|Advanced LED Current Source with PWM control and Enable]]
**'''Power Protection Strategies'''
***[http://digital-diy.com/general-electronics/422-power-protection-circuits-a-closer-look-at-the-series-diode.html Simple Diode] By far the lowest cost solution, but has a large voltage drop
***[http://digital-diy.com/general-electronics/423-power-protection-circuits-a-closer-look-at-the-crowbar-circuit.html Crowbar Fuse and Diode] A low voltage drop solution, but requires fuse replacement after every failure
***[http://digital-diy.com/general-electronics/424-power-protection-circuits-a-closer-look-at-the-p-channel-mosfet-circuit.html P FET] Slightly more expensive than a diode but linear voltage drop
***[http://www.digikey.com/Web%20Export/Supplier%20Content/Tyco_8004/PDF/TycoRaychem_PolyZen.pdf?redirected=1 Poly Zen] Expensive but very effective
**'''Light Circuits'''
**[[Dark Activated Emergency Light Circuit|Dark Activated Emergency Light]]
**[[Simple Relay Circuit|Simple Relay Circuit]]
**[[InfraRed Beam Break Detector|InfraRed Beam Break Detector]]
**[[High Side Current Meter|High Side Current Meter]]
**[[Transconductance Amplifier|Transconductance Amplifier]]
**[[Stepper Motors| Stepper Motors]]
**[[Hobby Servos| Hobby Servos]]
**[[Multiple Buttons using one Analog Read|Multiple Buttons using one Analog Read]]
**[http://www.openmusiclabs.com/learning/digital/input-matrix-scanning/ 12 Input Matrix Scanning Methods]
*'''Components'''
**'''LvL Translators
***TXB0102 - 2-channel Bi-directional Auto-Direction Logic Level Converter ($0.46ish)
***TXB0304 - 4-channel Bi-directional Auto-Direction Logic Level Converter
***TXB0108 - 8-channel Bi-directional Auto-Direction Logic Level Converter
***LVC1T45 - 1 ch Bi Direction LVL Translator
***LVC2T45 - 2 ch Bi Direction LVL Translator ($0.22ish)
***Discrete One Directional - http://www.rocketnumbernine.com/2009/04/10/5v-33v-bidirectional-level-converter
**'''Optical'''
***[[7 segment LED|7 segment LED]]
**'''Misc'''
***[[IR Receiver|IR Receiver]]
***[[Electryte|Electryte]]
***[[555 Timer|555 Timer]]
***[[555 Timer Servo Circuit|555 Timer Servo Circuit]]
***[[A3982 Stepper Motor Driver|A3982 Stepper Motor Driver]]
**'''7400 Series'''
***[http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/List_of_7400_series_integrated_circuits big list of 7400 parts]
***[[74151 Multiplexer|74151 Multiplexer]]
***[[74HC164|74164 8-Bit SIPO Shift Register]]
***[[74HC595|74595 8-Bit SIPO Shift Register (with Latch)]]
***[[TPIC6B595|TPIC6B595 8-Bit SIPO Shift Register (w Latch & 150mA Drains)]]
**'''DC-DC Converters'''
***[[LM317|LM317 Adjustable Voltage Regulator]]
***[[LM7805|LM7805 5V Fixed Linear Regulator 1.5A]]
***[[LM2576 Buck Regulator|LM2576 5V Buck Regulator/BEC]]
***[[MAX682 5V Charge Pump|MAX682 5V Charge Pump]]
***[[MCP1700 3.3V LDO|MCP1700 3.3V LDO]]
**'''Sensors'''
***[[SS541 Hall Effect Sensor|SS541 Hall Effect Sensor]]
***[[BPW34|BPW34 Photodiode]]
***[[Photo Resistor|Photo Resistor Light Detector]]
**'''Op Amps'''
***[[LM324|LM324 Quad Low Power Op Amp]]
***[[LM358|LM358 Dual Low Power Op Amp]]
**'''Transistors'''
***[[Common Transistors|Common Transistors]]
**'''Clock Sources'''
***[[Crystals Resonators Oscillators|Crystals Resonators Oscillators]]
**'''Capacitors'''
***[http://www.x2y.com/techsummary.htm X2Y Capacitors]
***[[Capacitors|Everything you want to know about Capacitors]]
**'''Haptics'''
***[http://eetimes.com/design/medical-design/4218132/Haptics-technology--picking-up-good-vibrations Intro Into Vibrating Feedback]
***'''ERM'''
***'''LRA'''

*'''PCB Design Tools'''
**[http://www.linear.com/designtools/software/ LT Spice tool for simulating Circuits]
**[http://saturnpcb.com/pcb_toolkit.htm Saturn PCB design toolkit]
**[http://www.altera.com/technology/signal/power-distribution-network/sgl-pdn.html Altera Tool for designing Power Distribution Networks]
**[[How use the toner transfer method|How use the toner transfer method]]
**[[PCB Test Pattern|PCB Test Pattern]]
**[[Electronic Design Automation Tools|Electronic Design Automation Tools]]
*'''Design Spark'''
**http://www.designspark.com/pcb?
*'''Eagle CAD'''
**[[Advanced Eagle Commands|Advanced Eagle Commands]]
**[[How to manufacture your PCB|How to manufacture your PCB]]
**[[How to duplicate designs in eagle|How to duplicate designs in eagle]]
**[http://hackaday.com/2011/11/16/eagleup-pulls-your-pcbs-into-sketchup/?utm_source=feedburner&utm_medium=feed&utm_campaign=Feed%3A+hackaday%2FLgoM+%28Hack+a+Day%29&utm_content=Google+Feedfetcher How to generate sketchup from eagle using eagleUP]
**[[How to generate bitmaps in eagle|How to generate bitmaps in eagle]]
**[[How to generate g code from eagle|How to generate g code from eagle]]
**[[How to make a symbol in Eagle Library|How to make a symbol in Eagle Library]]

*[[Where to buy hardware|Where to buy hardware]]
*[[Where to buy electronics|Where to buy electronics]]
*[[Useful EE Sites|Useful EE Sites]]

*'''Electrical References'''
**[[Signal Integrity Notes|Notes from Signal and Power Integrity Simplified, Second Edition]]
**[[DC Connectors|Common DC Connectors]]
**[[Wire Gauge|Wire Gauge]]
**[[LEDs|LEDs]]
**[http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Electronic_symbol Electronic Symbols]

*'''Communication Protocols'''

**[[USB|USB (empty)]]
**[[I2C|I2C (empty)]]
**[[SPI|SPI (empty)]]
**[[RS232|RS232 Protocol Test Methods and Description]]
**[[RS422|RS422 (empty)]]
**[[RS485|RS485 (empty)]]
**[[CAN|CAN (empty)]]
**[[LIN|LIN (empty)]]
**[[FlexRay|FlexRay (empty)]]
**[[JTAG|JTAG (empty)]]
**[[MIL1553|MIL1553 (empty)]]
**[[PCIe|PCIe (empty)]]
**[[SAS/SATA|SAS/SATA (empty)]]
**[[MIPI|MIPI (empty)]]
**[[HDMI|HDMI (empty)]]

==Reference Charts==
*[http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Flat_Display_Mounting_Interface Monitor Mounting Hole Dimensions]
*[[Types of Tape|Types of Tape]]
*[[Types of Adhesive|Types of Adhesive]]
*[[Drill/Taps Sizes|Drill/Taps Sizes]]
*[[Cunning Turtle SKUs|Cunning Turtle SKUs]]
*[[Shipping|Shipping]]
*[[Weight Estimations|How to estimate product weights accurately]]
*[http://www.3dcontentcentral.com/parts/supplier/80%2020-Inc.aspx 3D warehouse for models]
*[http://www.3dwarehouse.com google sketchup 3d repository]
*[http://eagleup.wordpress.com/2011/08/09/import-step-files-for-your-models/ converting 3d model formats]

==Misc stuff==
*[http://kalaalog.com/2007/10/11/dragon-sketch-to-vector-art/ How to use inkscape to vectorize a sketch]
*[http://nicubunu.blogspot.com/2008/04/f10-gears-drawing-gears.html Drawing Gears in inkscape]
*[http://www.focuser.com/atm/anodize/anodize.html How to Anodize Aluminum at Home]
*[http://makeprojects.com/Project/Stain-PVC-Any-Color-You-Like/296/1 How to Stain PVC using tetrahydrofuran]
*[http://home.comcast.net/~sskroch/Injection_molding/injection_molding.html Injection Molding at Home]
*[http://www.protoparadigm.com/2011/12/abs-glue-weld-cast-texture-and-more/ Casting/gluing/Welding ABS with acetone]
*[http://www.diyroadcasesstore.com/categories/Corners/ Road Case Parts Supplier]
*[http://www.monoprice.com/ Cables, Audio, Keystone Plates/Fittings, etc]

==Cunning Calcultors==

*[[CalcHowTo|Designing a Javascript Calculator]]
*[http://www.cunningturtle.com/wordpress/wp-content/uploads/2011/12/LED-Resistor-Calc.html Calculate LED Resistor]

==Misc Suppliers==
*[http://www.orangealuminum.com Aluminum Extrusion Supplier]
*[http://www.hardwareelf.com/elf/handles.jsp Handles for Brief Cases, Trunks]
*[http://www.protex.com/product/index/category/Product+Range/subcategory/Case+Fittings Road Case Fittings]
*[http://www.drillspot.com/# Lots of hardware parts like mcmaster carr]

Internal

2012-12-17T14:23:03Z

Dye: /* Electronics */

==Programmers Bay==
*'''Microcontrollers'''
**[[Arduino cheat sheet|Arduino cheat sheet]]
**[[How to burn the Bootloader|How to burn the Bootloader]]
**[http://hlt.media.mit.edu/wiki/pmwiki.php?n=Main.ArduinoATtiny4585 Using Attiny with Arduino]
*'''Xbee'''
*'''Autoit'''
**[[Webcam|Autoit webcam]]
*'''Sketchup'''
**[[Creating Gears in Sketchup|Creating Gears in Sketchup]]
**[[Creating Sketchup Videos|Creating Sketchup Videos]]
**[[Converting sketchup to STL and DXF|Converting sketchup to STL and DXF]]

*'''Misc'''

==Mechanical Lab==
*'''Workshop'''
**[[Vacuum Former|Vacuum Former]]
**[[Belt Sander|Belt Sander]]
**[[Drill Press|Drill Press]]
**[[Band Saw|Band Saw]]
**[[Hot Wire Cutter|Hot Wire Cutter]]
**[http://runawaybrainz.blogspot.com/2011/11/diy-how-to-bend-aluminium-easy-way-with.html DIY Leaf Brake to bend Aluminum (wood)]
**[http://www.eaa.org/experimenter/articles/2009-05_howto_brakes.asp DIY Leaf Brake to bend Aluminum (small)]
**[http://www.instructables.com/id/Homemade-Mini-Press-Brake/ DIY Leaf Brake to bend Aluminum (larger)]
*'''CNC Milling'''
**[[Fireball V90|Fireball V90]]
*'''3D Printing'''

==Electronics==
*'''Soldering'''
**[[Soldering 101|Soldering 101]]
**[[How to reflow|How to reflow]]
**[[Soldering tools|Soldering tools]]
***[http://www.sentryair.com/ Air filtration Systems]
***[http://www.qrpbuilder.com/downloads/pcb_holder_you_can_build.pdf Simple Rubber Band Powered PCB Holder]
*'''Circuits'''
**'''DC Motors'''
***[[How to wire a DPDT Switch to a Motor|How to wire a DPDT Switch to a Motor]]
**'''Current Sources'''
***[[BJT LED Current Source|Simple LED Current Source]]
***[[Op Amp LED Current Source|Advanced LED Current Source with PWM control and Enable]]
**'''Power Protection Strategies'''
***[http://digital-diy.com/general-electronics/422-power-protection-circuits-a-closer-look-at-the-series-diode.html Simple Diode] By far the lowest cost solution, but has a large voltage drop
***[http://digital-diy.com/general-electronics/423-power-protection-circuits-a-closer-look-at-the-crowbar-circuit.html Crowbar Fuse and Diode] A low voltage drop solution, but requires fuse replacement after every failure
***[http://digital-diy.com/general-electronics/424-power-protection-circuits-a-closer-look-at-the-p-channel-mosfet-circuit.html P FET] Slightly more expensive than a diode but linear voltage drop
***[http://www.digikey.com/Web%20Export/Supplier%20Content/Tyco_8004/PDF/TycoRaychem_PolyZen.pdf?redirected=1 Poly Zen] Expensive but very effective
**'''Light Circuits'''
**[[Dark Activated Emergency Light Circuit|Dark Activated Emergency Light]]
**[[Simple Relay Circuit|Simple Relay Circuit]]
**[[InfraRed Beam Break Detector|InfraRed Beam Break Detector]]
**[[High Side Current Meter|High Side Current Meter]]
**[[Transconductance Amplifier|Transconductance Amplifier]]
**[[Stepper Motors| Stepper Motors]]
**[[Hobby Servos| Hobby Servos]]
**[[Multiple Buttons using one Analog Read|Multiple Buttons using one Analog Read]]
**[http://www.openmusiclabs.com/learning/digital/input-matrix-scanning/ 12 Input Matrix Scanning Methods]
*'''Components'''
**'''LvL Translators
***TXB0102 - 2-channel Bi-directional Auto-Direction Logic Level Converter ($0.46ish)
***TXB0304 - 4-channel Bi-directional Auto-Direction Logic Level Converter
***TXB0108 - 8-channel Bi-directional Auto-Direction Logic Level Converter
***LVC1T45 - 1 ch Bi Direction LVL Translator
***LVC2T45 - 2 ch Bi Direction LVL Translator ($0.22ish)
***Discrete One Directional - http://www.rocketnumbernine.com/2009/04/10/5v-33v-bidirectional-level-converter
**'''Optical'''
***[[7 segment LED|7 segment LED]]
**'''Misc'''
***[[IR Receiver|IR Receiver]]
***[[Electryte|Electryte]]
***[[555 Timer|555 Timer]]
***[[555 Timer Servo Circuit|555 Timer Servo Circuit]]
***[[A3982 Stepper Motor Driver|A3982 Stepper Motor Driver]]
**'''7400 Series'''
***[http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/List_of_7400_series_integrated_circuits big list of 7400 parts]
***[[74151 Multiplexer|74151 Multiplexer]]
***[[74HC164|74164 8-Bit SIPO Shift Register]]
***[[74HC595|74595 8-Bit SIPO Shift Register (with Latch)]]
***[[TPIC6B595|TPIC6B595 8-Bit SIPO Shift Register (w Latch & 150mA Drains)]]
**'''DC-DC Converters'''
***[[LM317|LM317 Adjustable Voltage Regulator]]
***[[LM7805|LM7805 5V Fixed Linear Regulator 1.5A]]
***[[LM2576 Buck Regulator|LM2576 5V Buck Regulator/BEC]]
***[[MAX682 5V Charge Pump|MAX682 5V Charge Pump]]
***[[MCP1700 3.3V LDO|MCP1700 3.3V LDO]]
**'''Sensors'''
***[[SS541 Hall Effect Sensor|SS541 Hall Effect Sensor]]
***[[BPW34|BPW34 Photodiode]]
***[[Photo Resistor|Photo Resistor Light Detector]]
**'''Op Amps'''
***[[LM324|LM324 Quad Low Power Op Amp]]
***[[LM358|LM358 Dual Low Power Op Amp]]
**'''Transistors'''
***[[Common Transistors|Common Transistors]]
**'''Clock Sources'''
***[[Crystals Resonators Oscillators|Crystals Resonators Oscillators]]
**'''Capacitors'''
***[http://www.x2y.com/techsummary.htm X2Y Capacitors]
***[[Capacitors|Everything you want to know about Capacitors]]
**'''Haptics'''
***'''ERM'''
***'''LRA'''

*'''PCB Design Tools'''
**[http://www.linear.com/designtools/software/ LT Spice tool for simulating Circuits]
**[http://saturnpcb.com/pcb_toolkit.htm Saturn PCB design toolkit]
**[http://www.altera.com/technology/signal/power-distribution-network/sgl-pdn.html Altera Tool for designing Power Distribution Networks]
**[[How use the toner transfer method|How use the toner transfer method]]
**[[PCB Test Pattern|PCB Test Pattern]]
**[[Electronic Design Automation Tools|Electronic Design Automation Tools]]
*'''Design Spark'''
**http://www.designspark.com/pcb?
*'''Eagle CAD'''
**[[Advanced Eagle Commands|Advanced Eagle Commands]]
**[[How to manufacture your PCB|How to manufacture your PCB]]
**[[How to duplicate designs in eagle|How to duplicate designs in eagle]]
**[http://hackaday.com/2011/11/16/eagleup-pulls-your-pcbs-into-sketchup/?utm_source=feedburner&utm_medium=feed&utm_campaign=Feed%3A+hackaday%2FLgoM+%28Hack+a+Day%29&utm_content=Google+Feedfetcher How to generate sketchup from eagle using eagleUP]
**[[How to generate bitmaps in eagle|How to generate bitmaps in eagle]]
**[[How to generate g code from eagle|How to generate g code from eagle]]
**[[How to make a symbol in Eagle Library|How to make a symbol in Eagle Library]]

*[[Where to buy hardware|Where to buy hardware]]
*[[Where to buy electronics|Where to buy electronics]]
*[[Useful EE Sites|Useful EE Sites]]

*'''Electrical References'''
**[[Signal Integrity Notes|Notes from Signal and Power Integrity Simplified, Second Edition]]
**[[DC Connectors|Common DC Connectors]]
**[[Wire Gauge|Wire Gauge]]
**[[LEDs|LEDs]]
**[http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Electronic_symbol Electronic Symbols]

*'''Communication Protocols'''

**[[USB|USB (empty)]]
**[[I2C|I2C (empty)]]
**[[SPI|SPI (empty)]]
**[[RS232|RS232 Protocol Test Methods and Description]]
**[[RS422|RS422 (empty)]]
**[[RS485|RS485 (empty)]]
**[[CAN|CAN (empty)]]
**[[LIN|LIN (empty)]]
**[[FlexRay|FlexRay (empty)]]
**[[JTAG|JTAG (empty)]]
**[[MIL1553|MIL1553 (empty)]]
**[[PCIe|PCIe (empty)]]
**[[SAS/SATA|SAS/SATA (empty)]]
**[[MIPI|MIPI (empty)]]
**[[HDMI|HDMI (empty)]]

==Reference Charts==
*[http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Flat_Display_Mounting_Interface Monitor Mounting Hole Dimensions]
*[[Types of Tape|Types of Tape]]
*[[Types of Adhesive|Types of Adhesive]]
*[[Drill/Taps Sizes|Drill/Taps Sizes]]
*[[Cunning Turtle SKUs|Cunning Turtle SKUs]]
*[[Shipping|Shipping]]
*[[Weight Estimations|How to estimate product weights accurately]]
*[http://www.3dcontentcentral.com/parts/supplier/80%2020-Inc.aspx 3D warehouse for models]
*[http://www.3dwarehouse.com google sketchup 3d repository]
*[http://eagleup.wordpress.com/2011/08/09/import-step-files-for-your-models/ converting 3d model formats]

==Misc stuff==
*[http://kalaalog.com/2007/10/11/dragon-sketch-to-vector-art/ How to use inkscape to vectorize a sketch]
*[http://nicubunu.blogspot.com/2008/04/f10-gears-drawing-gears.html Drawing Gears in inkscape]
*[http://www.focuser.com/atm/anodize/anodize.html How to Anodize Aluminum at Home]
*[http://makeprojects.com/Project/Stain-PVC-Any-Color-You-Like/296/1 How to Stain PVC using tetrahydrofuran]
*[http://home.comcast.net/~sskroch/Injection_molding/injection_molding.html Injection Molding at Home]
*[http://www.protoparadigm.com/2011/12/abs-glue-weld-cast-texture-and-more/ Casting/gluing/Welding ABS with acetone]
*[http://www.diyroadcasesstore.com/categories/Corners/ Road Case Parts Supplier]
*[http://www.monoprice.com/ Cables, Audio, Keystone Plates/Fittings, etc]

==Cunning Calcultors==

*[[CalcHowTo|Designing a Javascript Calculator]]
*[http://www.cunningturtle.com/wordpress/wp-content/uploads/2011/12/LED-Resistor-Calc.html Calculate LED Resistor]

==Misc Suppliers==
*[http://www.orangealuminum.com Aluminum Extrusion Supplier]
*[http://www.hardwareelf.com/elf/handles.jsp Handles for Brief Cases, Trunks]
*[http://www.protex.com/product/index/category/Product+Range/subcategory/Case+Fittings Road Case Fittings]
*[http://www.drillspot.com/# Lots of hardware parts like mcmaster carr]

Internal

2012-12-11T14:03:00Z

Dye: /* Electronics */

==Programmers Bay==
*'''Microcontrollers'''
**[[Arduino cheat sheet|Arduino cheat sheet]]
**[[How to burn the Bootloader|How to burn the Bootloader]]
**[http://hlt.media.mit.edu/wiki/pmwiki.php?n=Main.ArduinoATtiny4585 Using Attiny with Arduino]
*'''Xbee'''
*'''Autoit'''
**[[Webcam|Autoit webcam]]
*'''Sketchup'''
**[[Creating Gears in Sketchup|Creating Gears in Sketchup]]
**[[Creating Sketchup Videos|Creating Sketchup Videos]]
**[[Converting sketchup to STL and DXF|Converting sketchup to STL and DXF]]

*'''Misc'''

==Mechanical Lab==
*'''Workshop'''
**[[Vacuum Former|Vacuum Former]]
**[[Belt Sander|Belt Sander]]
**[[Drill Press|Drill Press]]
**[[Band Saw|Band Saw]]
**[[Hot Wire Cutter|Hot Wire Cutter]]
**[http://runawaybrainz.blogspot.com/2011/11/diy-how-to-bend-aluminium-easy-way-with.html DIY Leaf Brake to bend Aluminum (wood)]
**[http://www.eaa.org/experimenter/articles/2009-05_howto_brakes.asp DIY Leaf Brake to bend Aluminum (small)]
**[http://www.instructables.com/id/Homemade-Mini-Press-Brake/ DIY Leaf Brake to bend Aluminum (larger)]
*'''CNC Milling'''
**[[Fireball V90|Fireball V90]]
*'''3D Printing'''

==Electronics==
*'''Soldering'''
**[[Soldering 101|Soldering 101]]
**[[How to reflow|How to reflow]]
**[[Soldering tools|Soldering tools]]
***[http://www.sentryair.com/ Air filtration Systems]
***[http://www.qrpbuilder.com/downloads/pcb_holder_you_can_build.pdf Simple Rubber Band Powered PCB Holder]
*'''Circuits'''
**'''DC Motors'''
***[[How to wire a DPDT Switch to a Motor|How to wire a DPDT Switch to a Motor]]
**'''Current Sources'''
***[[BJT LED Current Source|Simple LED Current Source]]
***[[Op Amp LED Current Source|Advanced LED Current Source with PWM control and Enable]]
**'''Power Protection Strategies'''
***[http://digital-diy.com/general-electronics/422-power-protection-circuits-a-closer-look-at-the-series-diode.html Simple Diode] By far the lowest cost solution, but has a large voltage drop
***[http://digital-diy.com/general-electronics/423-power-protection-circuits-a-closer-look-at-the-crowbar-circuit.html Crowbar Fuse and Diode] A low voltage drop solution, but requires fuse replacement after every failure
***[http://digital-diy.com/general-electronics/424-power-protection-circuits-a-closer-look-at-the-p-channel-mosfet-circuit.html P FET] Slightly more expensive than a diode but linear voltage drop
***[http://www.digikey.com/Web%20Export/Supplier%20Content/Tyco_8004/PDF/TycoRaychem_PolyZen.pdf?redirected=1 Poly Zen] Expensive but very effective
**'''Light Circuits'''
**[[Dark Activated Emergency Light Circuit|Dark Activated Emergency Light]]
**[[Simple Relay Circuit|Simple Relay Circuit]]
**[[InfraRed Beam Break Detector|InfraRed Beam Break Detector]]
**[[High Side Current Meter|High Side Current Meter]]
**[[Transconductance Amplifier|Transconductance Amplifier]]
**[[Stepper Motors| Stepper Motors]]
**[[Hobby Servos| Hobby Servos]]
**[[Multiple Buttons using one Analog Read|Multiple Buttons using one Analog Read]]
**[http://www.openmusiclabs.com/learning/digital/input-matrix-scanning/ 12 Input Matrix Scanning Methods]
*'''Components'''
**'''LvL Translators
***TXB0102 - 2-channel Bi-directional Auto-Direction Logic Level Converter ($0.46ish)
***TXB0304 - 4-channel Bi-directional Auto-Direction Logic Level Converter
***TXB0108 - 8-channel Bi-directional Auto-Direction Logic Level Converter
***LVC1T45 - 1 ch Bi Direction LVL Translator
***LVC2T45 - 2 ch Bi Direction LVL Translator ($0.22ish)
***Discrete One Directional - http://www.rocketnumbernine.com/2009/04/10/5v-33v-bidirectional-level-converter
**'''Optical'''
***[[7 segment LED|7 segment LED]]
**'''Misc'''
***[[IR Receiver|IR Receiver]]
***[[Electryte|Electryte]]
***[[555 Timer|555 Timer]]
***[[555 Timer Servo Circuit|555 Timer Servo Circuit]]
***[[A3982 Stepper Motor Driver|A3982 Stepper Motor Driver]]
**'''7400 Series'''
***[http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/List_of_7400_series_integrated_circuits big list of 7400 parts]
***[[74151 Multiplexer|74151 Multiplexer]]
***[[74HC164|74164 8-Bit SIPO Shift Register]]
***[[74HC595|74595 8-Bit SIPO Shift Register (with Latch)]]
***[[TPIC6B595|TPIC6B595 8-Bit SIPO Shift Register (w Latch & 150mA Drains)]]
**'''DC-DC Converters'''
***[[LM317|LM317 Adjustable Voltage Regulator]]
***[[LM7805|LM7805 5V Fixed Linear Regulator 1.5A]]
***[[LM2576 Buck Regulator|LM2576 5V Buck Regulator/BEC]]
***[[MAX682 5V Charge Pump|MAX682 5V Charge Pump]]
***[[MCP1700 3.3V LDO|MCP1700 3.3V LDO]]
**'''Sensors'''
***[[SS541 Hall Effect Sensor|SS541 Hall Effect Sensor]]
***[[BPW34|BPW34 Photodiode]]
***[[Photo Resistor|Photo Resistor Light Detector]]
**'''Op Amps'''
***[[LM324|LM324 Quad Low Power Op Amp]]
***[[LM358|LM358 Dual Low Power Op Amp]]
**'''Transistors'''
***[[Common Transistors|Common Transistors]]
**'''Clock Sources'''
***[[Crystals Resonators Oscillators|Crystals Resonators Oscillators]]
**'''Capacitors'''
***[http://www.x2y.com/techsummary.htm X2Y Capacitors]
***[[Capacitors|Everything you want to know about Capacitors]]
*'''PCB Design Tools'''
**[http://www.linear.com/designtools/software/ LT Spice tool for simulating Circuits]
**[http://saturnpcb.com/pcb_toolkit.htm Saturn PCB design toolkit]
**[http://www.altera.com/technology/signal/power-distribution-network/sgl-pdn.html Altera Tool for designing Power Distribution Networks]
**[[How use the toner transfer method|How use the toner transfer method]]
**[[PCB Test Pattern|PCB Test Pattern]]
**[[Electronic Design Automation Tools|Electronic Design Automation Tools]]
*'''Design Spark'''
**http://www.designspark.com/pcb?
*'''Eagle CAD'''
**[[Advanced Eagle Commands|Advanced Eagle Commands]]
**[[How to manufacture your PCB|How to manufacture your PCB]]
**[[How to duplicate designs in eagle|How to duplicate designs in eagle]]
**[http://hackaday.com/2011/11/16/eagleup-pulls-your-pcbs-into-sketchup/?utm_source=feedburner&utm_medium=feed&utm_campaign=Feed%3A+hackaday%2FLgoM+%28Hack+a+Day%29&utm_content=Google+Feedfetcher How to generate sketchup from eagle using eagleUP]
**[[How to generate bitmaps in eagle|How to generate bitmaps in eagle]]
**[[How to generate g code from eagle|How to generate g code from eagle]]
**[[How to make a symbol in Eagle Library|How to make a symbol in Eagle Library]]

*[[Where to buy hardware|Where to buy hardware]]
*[[Where to buy electronics|Where to buy electronics]]
*[[Useful EE Sites|Useful EE Sites]]

*'''Electrical References'''
**[[Signal Integrity Notes|Notes from Signal and Power Integrity Simplified, Second Edition]]
**[[DC Connectors|Common DC Connectors]]
**[[Wire Gauge|Wire Gauge]]
**[[LEDs|LEDs]]
**[http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Electronic_symbol Electronic Symbols]

*'''Communication Protocols'''

**[[USB|USB (empty)]]
**[[I2C|I2C (empty)]]
**[[SPI|SPI (empty)]]
**[[RS232|RS232 Protocol Test Methods and Description]]
**[[RS422|RS422 (empty)]]
**[[RS485|RS485 (empty)]]
**[[CAN|CAN (empty)]]
**[[LIN|LIN (empty)]]
**[[FlexRay|FlexRay (empty)]]
**[[JTAG|JTAG (empty)]]
**[[MIL1553|MIL1553 (empty)]]
**[[PCIe|PCIe (empty)]]
**[[SAS/SATA|SAS/SATA (empty)]]
**[[MIPI|MIPI (empty)]]
**[[HDMI|HDMI (empty)]]

==Reference Charts==
*[http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Flat_Display_Mounting_Interface Monitor Mounting Hole Dimensions]
*[[Types of Tape|Types of Tape]]
*[[Types of Adhesive|Types of Adhesive]]
*[[Drill/Taps Sizes|Drill/Taps Sizes]]
*[[Cunning Turtle SKUs|Cunning Turtle SKUs]]
*[[Shipping|Shipping]]
*[[Weight Estimations|How to estimate product weights accurately]]
*[http://www.3dcontentcentral.com/parts/supplier/80%2020-Inc.aspx 3D warehouse for models]
*[http://www.3dwarehouse.com google sketchup 3d repository]
*[http://eagleup.wordpress.com/2011/08/09/import-step-files-for-your-models/ converting 3d model formats]

==Misc stuff==
*[http://kalaalog.com/2007/10/11/dragon-sketch-to-vector-art/ How to use inkscape to vectorize a sketch]
*[http://nicubunu.blogspot.com/2008/04/f10-gears-drawing-gears.html Drawing Gears in inkscape]
*[http://www.focuser.com/atm/anodize/anodize.html How to Anodize Aluminum at Home]
*[http://makeprojects.com/Project/Stain-PVC-Any-Color-You-Like/296/1 How to Stain PVC using tetrahydrofuran]
*[http://home.comcast.net/~sskroch/Injection_molding/injection_molding.html Injection Molding at Home]
*[http://www.protoparadigm.com/2011/12/abs-glue-weld-cast-texture-and-more/ Casting/gluing/Welding ABS with acetone]
*[http://www.diyroadcasesstore.com/categories/Corners/ Road Case Parts Supplier]
*[http://www.monoprice.com/ Cables, Audio, Keystone Plates/Fittings, etc]

==Cunning Calcultors==

*[[CalcHowTo|Designing a Javascript Calculator]]
*[http://www.cunningturtle.com/wordpress/wp-content/uploads/2011/12/LED-Resistor-Calc.html Calculate LED Resistor]

==Misc Suppliers==
*[http://www.orangealuminum.com Aluminum Extrusion Supplier]
*[http://www.hardwareelf.com/elf/handles.jsp Handles for Brief Cases, Trunks]
*[http://www.protex.com/product/index/category/Product+Range/subcategory/Case+Fittings Road Case Fittings]
*[http://www.drillspot.com/# Lots of hardware parts like mcmaster carr]

Internal

2012-12-11T13:54:36Z

Dye: /* Electronics */

==Programmers Bay==
*'''Microcontrollers'''
**[[Arduino cheat sheet|Arduino cheat sheet]]
**[[How to burn the Bootloader|How to burn the Bootloader]]
**[http://hlt.media.mit.edu/wiki/pmwiki.php?n=Main.ArduinoATtiny4585 Using Attiny with Arduino]
*'''Xbee'''
*'''Autoit'''
**[[Webcam|Autoit webcam]]
*'''Sketchup'''
**[[Creating Gears in Sketchup|Creating Gears in Sketchup]]
**[[Creating Sketchup Videos|Creating Sketchup Videos]]
**[[Converting sketchup to STL and DXF|Converting sketchup to STL and DXF]]

*'''Misc'''

==Mechanical Lab==
*'''Workshop'''
**[[Vacuum Former|Vacuum Former]]
**[[Belt Sander|Belt Sander]]
**[[Drill Press|Drill Press]]
**[[Band Saw|Band Saw]]
**[[Hot Wire Cutter|Hot Wire Cutter]]
**[http://runawaybrainz.blogspot.com/2011/11/diy-how-to-bend-aluminium-easy-way-with.html DIY Leaf Brake to bend Aluminum (wood)]
**[http://www.eaa.org/experimenter/articles/2009-05_howto_brakes.asp DIY Leaf Brake to bend Aluminum (small)]
**[http://www.instructables.com/id/Homemade-Mini-Press-Brake/ DIY Leaf Brake to bend Aluminum (larger)]
*'''CNC Milling'''
**[[Fireball V90|Fireball V90]]
*'''3D Printing'''

==Electronics==
*'''Soldering'''
**[[Soldering 101|Soldering 101]]
**[[How to reflow|How to reflow]]
**[[Soldering tools|Soldering tools]]
***[http://www.sentryair.com/ Air filtration Systems]
***[http://www.qrpbuilder.com/downloads/pcb_holder_you_can_build.pdf Simple Rubber Band Powered PCB Holder]
*'''Circuits'''
**'''DC Motors'''
***[[How to wire a DPDT Switch to a Motor|How to wire a DPDT Switch to a Motor]]
**'''Current Sources'''
***[[BJT LED Current Source|Simple LED Current Source]]
***[[Op Amp LED Current Source|Advanced LED Current Source with PWM control and Enable]]
**'''Power Protection Strategies'''
***[http://digital-diy.com/general-electronics/422-power-protection-circuits-a-closer-look-at-the-series-diode.html Simple Diode] By far the lowest cost solution, but has a large voltage drop
***[http://digital-diy.com/general-electronics/423-power-protection-circuits-a-closer-look-at-the-crowbar-circuit.html Crowbar Fuse and Diode] A low voltage drop solution, but requires fuse replacement after every failure
***[http://digital-diy.com/general-electronics/424-power-protection-circuits-a-closer-look-at-the-p-channel-mosfet-circuit.html P FET] Slightly more expensive than a diode but linear voltage drop
***[http://www.digikey.com/Web%20Export/Supplier%20Content/Tyco_8004/PDF/TycoRaychem_PolyZen.pdf?redirected=1 Poly Zen] Expensive but very effective
**'''Light Circuits'''
**[[Dark Activated Emergency Light Circuit|Dark Activated Emergency Light]]
**[[Simple Relay Circuit|Simple Relay Circuit]]
**[[InfraRed Beam Break Detector|InfraRed Beam Break Detector]]
**[[High Side Current Meter|High Side Current Meter]]
**[[Transconductance Amplifier|Transconductance Amplifier]]
**[[Stepper Motors| Stepper Motors]]
**[[Hobby Servos| Hobby Servos]]
**[[Multiple Buttons using one Analog Read|Multiple Buttons using one Analog Read]]
**[http://www.openmusiclabs.com/learning/digital/input-matrix-scanning/ 12 Input Matrix Scanning Methods]
*'''Components'''
**'''LvL Translators
***TXB0102 - 2-channel Bi-directional Logic Level Converter
***TXB0304 - 4-channel Bi-directional Logic Level Converter
***TXB0108 - 8-channel Bi-directional Logic Level Converter
***Discrete One Directional - http://www.rocketnumbernine.com/2009/04/10/5v-33v-bidirectional-level-converter
**'''Optical'''
***[[7 segment LED|7 segment LED]]
**'''Misc'''
***[[IR Receiver|IR Receiver]]
***[[Electryte|Electryte]]
***[[555 Timer|555 Timer]]
***[[555 Timer Servo Circuit|555 Timer Servo Circuit]]
***[[A3982 Stepper Motor Driver|A3982 Stepper Motor Driver]]
**'''7400 Series'''
***[http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/List_of_7400_series_integrated_circuits big list of 7400 parts]
***[[74151 Multiplexer|74151 Multiplexer]]
***[[74HC164|74164 8-Bit SIPO Shift Register]]
***[[74HC595|74595 8-Bit SIPO Shift Register (with Latch)]]
***[[TPIC6B595|TPIC6B595 8-Bit SIPO Shift Register (w Latch & 150mA Drains)]]
**'''DC-DC Converters'''
***[[LM317|LM317 Adjustable Voltage Regulator]]
***[[LM7805|LM7805 5V Fixed Linear Regulator 1.5A]]
***[[LM2576 Buck Regulator|LM2576 5V Buck Regulator/BEC]]
***[[MAX682 5V Charge Pump|MAX682 5V Charge Pump]]
***[[MCP1700 3.3V LDO|MCP1700 3.3V LDO]]
**'''Sensors'''
***[[SS541 Hall Effect Sensor|SS541 Hall Effect Sensor]]
***[[BPW34|BPW34 Photodiode]]
***[[Photo Resistor|Photo Resistor Light Detector]]
**'''Op Amps'''
***[[LM324|LM324 Quad Low Power Op Amp]]
***[[LM358|LM358 Dual Low Power Op Amp]]
**'''Transistors'''
***[[Common Transistors|Common Transistors]]
**'''Clock Sources'''
***[[Crystals Resonators Oscillators|Crystals Resonators Oscillators]]
**'''Capacitors'''
***[http://www.x2y.com/techsummary.htm X2Y Capacitors]
***[[Capacitors|Everything you want to know about Capacitors]]
*'''PCB Design Tools'''
**[http://www.linear.com/designtools/software/ LT Spice tool for simulating Circuits]
**[http://saturnpcb.com/pcb_toolkit.htm Saturn PCB design toolkit]
**[http://www.altera.com/technology/signal/power-distribution-network/sgl-pdn.html Altera Tool for designing Power Distribution Networks]
**[[How use the toner transfer method|How use the toner transfer method]]
**[[PCB Test Pattern|PCB Test Pattern]]
**[[Electronic Design Automation Tools|Electronic Design Automation Tools]]
*'''Design Spark'''
**http://www.designspark.com/pcb?
*'''Eagle CAD'''
**[[Advanced Eagle Commands|Advanced Eagle Commands]]
**[[How to manufacture your PCB|How to manufacture your PCB]]
**[[How to duplicate designs in eagle|How to duplicate designs in eagle]]
**[http://hackaday.com/2011/11/16/eagleup-pulls-your-pcbs-into-sketchup/?utm_source=feedburner&utm_medium=feed&utm_campaign=Feed%3A+hackaday%2FLgoM+%28Hack+a+Day%29&utm_content=Google+Feedfetcher How to generate sketchup from eagle using eagleUP]
**[[How to generate bitmaps in eagle|How to generate bitmaps in eagle]]
**[[How to generate g code from eagle|How to generate g code from eagle]]
**[[How to make a symbol in Eagle Library|How to make a symbol in Eagle Library]]

*[[Where to buy hardware|Where to buy hardware]]
*[[Where to buy electronics|Where to buy electronics]]
*[[Useful EE Sites|Useful EE Sites]]

*'''Electrical References'''
**[[Signal Integrity Notes|Notes from Signal and Power Integrity Simplified, Second Edition]]
**[[DC Connectors|Common DC Connectors]]
**[[Wire Gauge|Wire Gauge]]
**[[LEDs|LEDs]]
**[http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Electronic_symbol Electronic Symbols]

*'''Communication Protocols'''

**[[USB|USB (empty)]]
**[[I2C|I2C (empty)]]
**[[SPI|SPI (empty)]]
**[[RS232|RS232 Protocol Test Methods and Description]]
**[[RS422|RS422 (empty)]]
**[[RS485|RS485 (empty)]]
**[[CAN|CAN (empty)]]
**[[LIN|LIN (empty)]]
**[[FlexRay|FlexRay (empty)]]
**[[JTAG|JTAG (empty)]]
**[[MIL1553|MIL1553 (empty)]]
**[[PCIe|PCIe (empty)]]
**[[SAS/SATA|SAS/SATA (empty)]]
**[[MIPI|MIPI (empty)]]
**[[HDMI|HDMI (empty)]]

==Reference Charts==
*[http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Flat_Display_Mounting_Interface Monitor Mounting Hole Dimensions]
*[[Types of Tape|Types of Tape]]
*[[Types of Adhesive|Types of Adhesive]]
*[[Drill/Taps Sizes|Drill/Taps Sizes]]
*[[Cunning Turtle SKUs|Cunning Turtle SKUs]]
*[[Shipping|Shipping]]
*[[Weight Estimations|How to estimate product weights accurately]]
*[http://www.3dcontentcentral.com/parts/supplier/80%2020-Inc.aspx 3D warehouse for models]
*[http://www.3dwarehouse.com google sketchup 3d repository]
*[http://eagleup.wordpress.com/2011/08/09/import-step-files-for-your-models/ converting 3d model formats]

==Misc stuff==
*[http://kalaalog.com/2007/10/11/dragon-sketch-to-vector-art/ How to use inkscape to vectorize a sketch]
*[http://nicubunu.blogspot.com/2008/04/f10-gears-drawing-gears.html Drawing Gears in inkscape]
*[http://www.focuser.com/atm/anodize/anodize.html How to Anodize Aluminum at Home]
*[http://makeprojects.com/Project/Stain-PVC-Any-Color-You-Like/296/1 How to Stain PVC using tetrahydrofuran]
*[http://home.comcast.net/~sskroch/Injection_molding/injection_molding.html Injection Molding at Home]
*[http://www.protoparadigm.com/2011/12/abs-glue-weld-cast-texture-and-more/ Casting/gluing/Welding ABS with acetone]
*[http://www.diyroadcasesstore.com/categories/Corners/ Road Case Parts Supplier]
*[http://www.monoprice.com/ Cables, Audio, Keystone Plates/Fittings, etc]

==Cunning Calcultors==

*[[CalcHowTo|Designing a Javascript Calculator]]
*[http://www.cunningturtle.com/wordpress/wp-content/uploads/2011/12/LED-Resistor-Calc.html Calculate LED Resistor]

==Misc Suppliers==
*[http://www.orangealuminum.com Aluminum Extrusion Supplier]
*[http://www.hardwareelf.com/elf/handles.jsp Handles for Brief Cases, Trunks]
*[http://www.protex.com/product/index/category/Product+Range/subcategory/Case+Fittings Road Case Fittings]
*[http://www.drillspot.com/# Lots of hardware parts like mcmaster carr]

Internal

2012-12-11T13:50:37Z

Dye: /* Electronics */

==Programmers Bay==
*'''Microcontrollers'''
**[[Arduino cheat sheet|Arduino cheat sheet]]
**[[How to burn the Bootloader|How to burn the Bootloader]]
**[http://hlt.media.mit.edu/wiki/pmwiki.php?n=Main.ArduinoATtiny4585 Using Attiny with Arduino]
*'''Xbee'''
*'''Autoit'''
**[[Webcam|Autoit webcam]]
*'''Sketchup'''
**[[Creating Gears in Sketchup|Creating Gears in Sketchup]]
**[[Creating Sketchup Videos|Creating Sketchup Videos]]
**[[Converting sketchup to STL and DXF|Converting sketchup to STL and DXF]]

*'''Misc'''

==Mechanical Lab==
*'''Workshop'''
**[[Vacuum Former|Vacuum Former]]
**[[Belt Sander|Belt Sander]]
**[[Drill Press|Drill Press]]
**[[Band Saw|Band Saw]]
**[[Hot Wire Cutter|Hot Wire Cutter]]
**[http://runawaybrainz.blogspot.com/2011/11/diy-how-to-bend-aluminium-easy-way-with.html DIY Leaf Brake to bend Aluminum (wood)]
**[http://www.eaa.org/experimenter/articles/2009-05_howto_brakes.asp DIY Leaf Brake to bend Aluminum (small)]
**[http://www.instructables.com/id/Homemade-Mini-Press-Brake/ DIY Leaf Brake to bend Aluminum (larger)]
*'''CNC Milling'''
**[[Fireball V90|Fireball V90]]
*'''3D Printing'''

==Electronics==
*'''Soldering'''
**[[Soldering 101|Soldering 101]]
**[[How to reflow|How to reflow]]
**[[Soldering tools|Soldering tools]]
***[http://www.sentryair.com/ Air filtration Systems]
***[http://www.qrpbuilder.com/downloads/pcb_holder_you_can_build.pdf Simple Rubber Band Powered PCB Holder]
*'''Circuits'''
**'''DC Motors'''
***[[How to wire a DPDT Switch to a Motor|How to wire a DPDT Switch to a Motor]]
**'''Current Sources'''
***[[BJT LED Current Source|Simple LED Current Source]]
***[[Op Amp LED Current Source|Advanced LED Current Source with PWM control and Enable]]
**'''Power Protection Strategies'''
***[http://digital-diy.com/general-electronics/422-power-protection-circuits-a-closer-look-at-the-series-diode.html Simple Diode] By far the lowest cost solution, but has a large voltage drop
***[http://digital-diy.com/general-electronics/423-power-protection-circuits-a-closer-look-at-the-crowbar-circuit.html Crowbar Fuse and Diode] A low voltage drop solution, but requires fuse replacement after every failure
***[http://digital-diy.com/general-electronics/424-power-protection-circuits-a-closer-look-at-the-p-channel-mosfet-circuit.html P FET] Slightly more expensive than a diode but linear voltage drop
***[http://www.digikey.com/Web%20Export/Supplier%20Content/Tyco_8004/PDF/TycoRaychem_PolyZen.pdf?redirected=1 Poly Zen] Expensive but very effective
**'''Light Circuits'''
**[[Dark Activated Emergency Light Circuit|Dark Activated Emergency Light]]
**[[Simple Relay Circuit|Simple Relay Circuit]]
**[[InfraRed Beam Break Detector|InfraRed Beam Break Detector]]
**[[High Side Current Meter|High Side Current Meter]]
**[[Transconductance Amplifier|Transconductance Amplifier]]
**[[Stepper Motors| Stepper Motors]]
**[[Hobby Servos| Hobby Servos]]
**[[Multiple Buttons using one Analog Read|Multiple Buttons using one Analog Read]]
**[http://www.openmusiclabs.com/learning/digital/input-matrix-scanning/ 12 Input Matrix Scanning Methods]
*'''Components'''
**'''LvL Translators
***TXB0108 - 8-channel Bi-directional Logic Level Converter
***Discrete One Directional - http://www.rocketnumbernine.com/2009/04/10/5v-33v-bidirectional-level-converter
**'''Optical'''
***[[7 segment LED|7 segment LED]]
**'''Misc'''
***[[IR Receiver|IR Receiver]]
***[[Electryte|Electryte]]
***[[555 Timer|555 Timer]]
***[[555 Timer Servo Circuit|555 Timer Servo Circuit]]
***[[A3982 Stepper Motor Driver|A3982 Stepper Motor Driver]]
**'''7400 Series'''
***[http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/List_of_7400_series_integrated_circuits big list of 7400 parts]
***[[74151 Multiplexer|74151 Multiplexer]]
***[[74HC164|74164 8-Bit SIPO Shift Register]]
***[[74HC595|74595 8-Bit SIPO Shift Register (with Latch)]]
***[[TPIC6B595|TPIC6B595 8-Bit SIPO Shift Register (w Latch & 150mA Drains)]]
**'''DC-DC Converters'''
***[[LM317|LM317 Adjustable Voltage Regulator]]
***[[LM7805|LM7805 5V Fixed Linear Regulator 1.5A]]
***[[LM2576 Buck Regulator|LM2576 5V Buck Regulator/BEC]]
***[[MAX682 5V Charge Pump|MAX682 5V Charge Pump]]
***[[MCP1700 3.3V LDO|MCP1700 3.3V LDO]]
**'''Sensors'''
***[[SS541 Hall Effect Sensor|SS541 Hall Effect Sensor]]
***[[BPW34|BPW34 Photodiode]]
***[[Photo Resistor|Photo Resistor Light Detector]]
**'''Op Amps'''
***[[LM324|LM324 Quad Low Power Op Amp]]
***[[LM358|LM358 Dual Low Power Op Amp]]
**'''Transistors'''
***[[Common Transistors|Common Transistors]]
**'''Clock Sources'''
***[[Crystals Resonators Oscillators|Crystals Resonators Oscillators]]
**'''Capacitors'''
***[http://www.x2y.com/techsummary.htm X2Y Capacitors]
***[[Capacitors|Everything you want to know about Capacitors]]
*'''PCB Design Tools'''
**[http://www.linear.com/designtools/software/ LT Spice tool for simulating Circuits]
**[http://saturnpcb.com/pcb_toolkit.htm Saturn PCB design toolkit]
**[http://www.altera.com/technology/signal/power-distribution-network/sgl-pdn.html Altera Tool for designing Power Distribution Networks]
**[[How use the toner transfer method|How use the toner transfer method]]
**[[PCB Test Pattern|PCB Test Pattern]]
**[[Electronic Design Automation Tools|Electronic Design Automation Tools]]
*'''Design Spark'''
**http://www.designspark.com/pcb?
*'''Eagle CAD'''
**[[Advanced Eagle Commands|Advanced Eagle Commands]]
**[[How to manufacture your PCB|How to manufacture your PCB]]
**[[How to duplicate designs in eagle|How to duplicate designs in eagle]]
**[http://hackaday.com/2011/11/16/eagleup-pulls-your-pcbs-into-sketchup/?utm_source=feedburner&utm_medium=feed&utm_campaign=Feed%3A+hackaday%2FLgoM+%28Hack+a+Day%29&utm_content=Google+Feedfetcher How to generate sketchup from eagle using eagleUP]
**[[How to generate bitmaps in eagle|How to generate bitmaps in eagle]]
**[[How to generate g code from eagle|How to generate g code from eagle]]
**[[How to make a symbol in Eagle Library|How to make a symbol in Eagle Library]]

*[[Where to buy hardware|Where to buy hardware]]
*[[Where to buy electronics|Where to buy electronics]]
*[[Useful EE Sites|Useful EE Sites]]

*'''Electrical References'''
**[[Signal Integrity Notes|Notes from Signal and Power Integrity Simplified, Second Edition]]
**[[DC Connectors|Common DC Connectors]]
**[[Wire Gauge|Wire Gauge]]
**[[LEDs|LEDs]]
**[http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Electronic_symbol Electronic Symbols]

*'''Communication Protocols'''

**[[USB|USB (empty)]]
**[[I2C|I2C (empty)]]
**[[SPI|SPI (empty)]]
**[[RS232|RS232 Protocol Test Methods and Description]]
**[[RS422|RS422 (empty)]]
**[[RS485|RS485 (empty)]]
**[[CAN|CAN (empty)]]
**[[LIN|LIN (empty)]]
**[[FlexRay|FlexRay (empty)]]
**[[JTAG|JTAG (empty)]]
**[[MIL1553|MIL1553 (empty)]]
**[[PCIe|PCIe (empty)]]
**[[SAS/SATA|SAS/SATA (empty)]]
**[[MIPI|MIPI (empty)]]
**[[HDMI|HDMI (empty)]]

==Reference Charts==
*[http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Flat_Display_Mounting_Interface Monitor Mounting Hole Dimensions]
*[[Types of Tape|Types of Tape]]
*[[Types of Adhesive|Types of Adhesive]]
*[[Drill/Taps Sizes|Drill/Taps Sizes]]
*[[Cunning Turtle SKUs|Cunning Turtle SKUs]]
*[[Shipping|Shipping]]
*[[Weight Estimations|How to estimate product weights accurately]]
*[http://www.3dcontentcentral.com/parts/supplier/80%2020-Inc.aspx 3D warehouse for models]
*[http://www.3dwarehouse.com google sketchup 3d repository]
*[http://eagleup.wordpress.com/2011/08/09/import-step-files-for-your-models/ converting 3d model formats]

==Misc stuff==
*[http://kalaalog.com/2007/10/11/dragon-sketch-to-vector-art/ How to use inkscape to vectorize a sketch]
*[http://nicubunu.blogspot.com/2008/04/f10-gears-drawing-gears.html Drawing Gears in inkscape]
*[http://www.focuser.com/atm/anodize/anodize.html How to Anodize Aluminum at Home]
*[http://makeprojects.com/Project/Stain-PVC-Any-Color-You-Like/296/1 How to Stain PVC using tetrahydrofuran]
*[http://home.comcast.net/~sskroch/Injection_molding/injection_molding.html Injection Molding at Home]
*[http://www.protoparadigm.com/2011/12/abs-glue-weld-cast-texture-and-more/ Casting/gluing/Welding ABS with acetone]
*[http://www.diyroadcasesstore.com/categories/Corners/ Road Case Parts Supplier]
*[http://www.monoprice.com/ Cables, Audio, Keystone Plates/Fittings, etc]

==Cunning Calcultors==

*[[CalcHowTo|Designing a Javascript Calculator]]
*[http://www.cunningturtle.com/wordpress/wp-content/uploads/2011/12/LED-Resistor-Calc.html Calculate LED Resistor]

==Misc Suppliers==
*[http://www.orangealuminum.com Aluminum Extrusion Supplier]
*[http://www.hardwareelf.com/elf/handles.jsp Handles for Brief Cases, Trunks]
*[http://www.protex.com/product/index/category/Product+Range/subcategory/Case+Fittings Road Case Fittings]
*[http://www.drillspot.com/# Lots of hardware parts like mcmaster carr]

Internal

2012-11-26T18:31:26Z

Dye: /* Cunning Calcultors */

==Programmers Bay==
*'''Microcontrollers'''
**[[Arduino cheat sheet|Arduino cheat sheet]]
**[[How to burn the Bootloader|How to burn the Bootloader]]
**[http://hlt.media.mit.edu/wiki/pmwiki.php?n=Main.ArduinoATtiny4585 Using Attiny with Arduino]
*'''Xbee'''
*'''Autoit'''
**[[Webcam|Autoit webcam]]
*'''Sketchup'''
**[[Creating Gears in Sketchup|Creating Gears in Sketchup]]
**[[Creating Sketchup Videos|Creating Sketchup Videos]]
**[[Converting sketchup to STL and DXF|Converting sketchup to STL and DXF]]

*'''Misc'''

==Mechanical Lab==
*'''Workshop'''
**[[Vacuum Former|Vacuum Former]]
**[[Belt Sander|Belt Sander]]
**[[Drill Press|Drill Press]]
**[[Band Saw|Band Saw]]
**[[Hot Wire Cutter|Hot Wire Cutter]]
**[http://runawaybrainz.blogspot.com/2011/11/diy-how-to-bend-aluminium-easy-way-with.html DIY Leaf Brake to bend Aluminum (wood)]
**[http://www.eaa.org/experimenter/articles/2009-05_howto_brakes.asp DIY Leaf Brake to bend Aluminum (small)]
**[http://www.instructables.com/id/Homemade-Mini-Press-Brake/ DIY Leaf Brake to bend Aluminum (larger)]
*'''CNC Milling'''
**[[Fireball V90|Fireball V90]]
*'''3D Printing'''

==Electronics==
*'''Soldering'''
**[[Soldering 101|Soldering 101]]
**[[How to reflow|How to reflow]]
**[[Soldering tools|Soldering tools]]
***[http://www.sentryair.com/ Air filtration Systems]
***[http://www.qrpbuilder.com/downloads/pcb_holder_you_can_build.pdf Simple Rubber Band Powered PCB Holder]
*'''Circuits'''
**'''DC Motors'''
***[[How to wire a DPDT Switch to a Motor|How to wire a DPDT Switch to a Motor]]
**'''Current Sources'''
***[[BJT LED Current Source|Simple LED Current Source]]
***[[Op Amp LED Current Source|Advanced LED Current Source with PWM control and Enable]]
**'''Power Protection Strategies'''
***[http://digital-diy.com/general-electronics/422-power-protection-circuits-a-closer-look-at-the-series-diode.html Simple Diode] By far the lowest cost solution, but has a large voltage drop
***[http://digital-diy.com/general-electronics/423-power-protection-circuits-a-closer-look-at-the-crowbar-circuit.html Crowbar Fuse and Diode] A low voltage drop solution, but requires fuse replacement after every failure
***[http://digital-diy.com/general-electronics/424-power-protection-circuits-a-closer-look-at-the-p-channel-mosfet-circuit.html P FET] Slightly more expensive than a diode but linear voltage drop
***[http://www.digikey.com/Web%20Export/Supplier%20Content/Tyco_8004/PDF/TycoRaychem_PolyZen.pdf?redirected=1 Poly Zen] Expensive but very effective
**'''Light Circuits'''
**[[Dark Activated Emergency Light Circuit|Dark Activated Emergency Light]]
**[[Simple Relay Circuit|Simple Relay Circuit]]
**[[InfraRed Beam Break Detector|InfraRed Beam Break Detector]]
**[[High Side Current Meter|High Side Current Meter]]
**[[Transconductance Amplifier|Transconductance Amplifier]]
**[[Stepper Motors| Stepper Motors]]
**[[Hobby Servos| Hobby Servos]]
**[[Multiple Buttons using one Analog Read|Multiple Buttons using one Analog Read]]
**[http://www.openmusiclabs.com/learning/digital/input-matrix-scanning/ 12 Input Matrix Scanning Methods]
*'''Components'''
**'''Optical'''
***[[7 segment LED|7 segment LED]]
**'''Misc'''
***[[IR Receiver|IR Receiver]]
***[[Electryte|Electryte]]
***[[555 Timer|555 Timer]]
***[[555 Timer Servo Circuit|555 Timer Servo Circuit]]
***[[A3982 Stepper Motor Driver|A3982 Stepper Motor Driver]]
**'''7400 Series'''
***[http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/List_of_7400_series_integrated_circuits big list of 7400 parts]
***[[74151 Multiplexer|74151 Multiplexer]]
***[[74HC164|74164 8-Bit SIPO Shift Register]]
***[[74HC595|74595 8-Bit SIPO Shift Register (with Latch)]]
***[[TPIC6B595|TPIC6B595 8-Bit SIPO Shift Register (w Latch & 150mA Drains)]]
**'''DC-DC Converters'''
***[[LM317|LM317 Adjustable Voltage Regulator]]
***[[LM7805|LM7805 5V Fixed Linear Regulator 1.5A]]
***[[LM2576 Buck Regulator|LM2576 5V Buck Regulator/BEC]]
***[[MAX682 5V Charge Pump|MAX682 5V Charge Pump]]
***[[MCP1700 3.3V LDO|MCP1700 3.3V LDO]]
**'''Sensors'''
***[[SS541 Hall Effect Sensor|SS541 Hall Effect Sensor]]
***[[BPW34|BPW34 Photodiode]]
***[[Photo Resistor|Photo Resistor Light Detector]]
**'''Op Amps'''
***[[LM324|LM324 Quad Low Power Op Amp]]
***[[LM358|LM358 Dual Low Power Op Amp]]
**'''Transistors'''
***[[Common Transistors|Common Transistors]]
**'''Clock Sources'''
***[[Crystals Resonators Oscillators|Crystals Resonators Oscillators]]
**'''Capacitors'''
***[http://www.x2y.com/techsummary.htm X2Y Capacitors]
***[[Capacitors|Everything you want to know about Capacitors]]
*'''PCB Design Tools'''
**[http://www.linear.com/designtools/software/ LT Spice tool for simulating Circuits]
**[http://saturnpcb.com/pcb_toolkit.htm Saturn PCB design toolkit]
**[http://www.altera.com/technology/signal/power-distribution-network/sgl-pdn.html Altera Tool for designing Power Distribution Networks]
**[[How use the toner transfer method|How use the toner transfer method]]
**[[PCB Test Pattern|PCB Test Pattern]]
**[[Electronic Design Automation Tools|Electronic Design Automation Tools]]
*'''Design Spark'''
**http://www.designspark.com/pcb?
*'''Eagle CAD'''
**[[Advanced Eagle Commands|Advanced Eagle Commands]]
**[[How to manufacture your PCB|How to manufacture your PCB]]
**[[How to duplicate designs in eagle|How to duplicate designs in eagle]]
**[http://hackaday.com/2011/11/16/eagleup-pulls-your-pcbs-into-sketchup/?utm_source=feedburner&utm_medium=feed&utm_campaign=Feed%3A+hackaday%2FLgoM+%28Hack+a+Day%29&utm_content=Google+Feedfetcher How to generate sketchup from eagle using eagleUP]
**[[How to generate bitmaps in eagle|How to generate bitmaps in eagle]]
**[[How to generate g code from eagle|How to generate g code from eagle]]
**[[How to make a symbol in Eagle Library|How to make a symbol in Eagle Library]]

*[[Where to buy hardware|Where to buy hardware]]
*[[Where to buy electronics|Where to buy electronics]]
*[[Useful EE Sites|Useful EE Sites]]

*'''Electrical References'''
**[[Signal Integrity Notes|Notes from Signal and Power Integrity Simplified, Second Edition]]
**[[DC Connectors|Common DC Connectors]]
**[[Wire Gauge|Wire Gauge]]
**[[LEDs|LEDs]]
**[http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Electronic_symbol Electronic Symbols]

*'''Communication Protocols'''

**[[USB|USB (empty)]]
**[[I2C|I2C (empty)]]
**[[SPI|SPI (empty)]]
**[[RS232|RS232 Protocol Test Methods and Description]]
**[[RS422|RS422 (empty)]]
**[[RS485|RS485 (empty)]]
**[[CAN|CAN (empty)]]
**[[LIN|LIN (empty)]]
**[[FlexRay|FlexRay (empty)]]
**[[JTAG|JTAG (empty)]]
**[[MIL1553|MIL1553 (empty)]]
**[[PCIe|PCIe (empty)]]
**[[SAS/SATA|SAS/SATA (empty)]]
**[[MIPI|MIPI (empty)]]
**[[HDMI|HDMI (empty)]]

==Reference Charts==
*[http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Flat_Display_Mounting_Interface Monitor Mounting Hole Dimensions]
*[[Types of Tape|Types of Tape]]
*[[Types of Adhesive|Types of Adhesive]]
*[[Drill/Taps Sizes|Drill/Taps Sizes]]
*[[Cunning Turtle SKUs|Cunning Turtle SKUs]]
*[[Shipping|Shipping]]
*[[Weight Estimations|How to estimate product weights accurately]]
*[http://www.3dcontentcentral.com/parts/supplier/80%2020-Inc.aspx 3D warehouse for models]
*[http://www.3dwarehouse.com google sketchup 3d repository]
*[http://eagleup.wordpress.com/2011/08/09/import-step-files-for-your-models/ converting 3d model formats]

==Misc stuff==
*[http://kalaalog.com/2007/10/11/dragon-sketch-to-vector-art/ How to use inkscape to vectorize a sketch]
*[http://nicubunu.blogspot.com/2008/04/f10-gears-drawing-gears.html Drawing Gears in inkscape]
*[http://www.focuser.com/atm/anodize/anodize.html How to Anodize Aluminum at Home]
*[http://makeprojects.com/Project/Stain-PVC-Any-Color-You-Like/296/1 How to Stain PVC using tetrahydrofuran]
*[http://home.comcast.net/~sskroch/Injection_molding/injection_molding.html Injection Molding at Home]
*[http://www.protoparadigm.com/2011/12/abs-glue-weld-cast-texture-and-more/ Casting/gluing/Welding ABS with acetone]
*[http://www.diyroadcasesstore.com/categories/Corners/ Road Case Parts Supplier]
*[http://www.monoprice.com/ Cables, Audio, Keystone Plates/Fittings, etc]

==Cunning Calcultors==

*[[CalcHowTo|Designing a Javascript Calculator]]
*[http://www.cunningturtle.com/wordpress/wp-content/uploads/2011/12/LED-Resistor-Calc.html Calculate LED Resistor]

==Misc Suppliers==
*[http://www.orangealuminum.com Aluminum Extrusion Supplier]
*[http://www.hardwareelf.com/elf/handles.jsp Handles for Brief Cases, Trunks]
*[http://www.protex.com/product/index/category/Product+Range/subcategory/Case+Fittings Road Case Fittings]
*[http://www.drillspot.com/# Lots of hardware parts like mcmaster carr]

Internal

2012-11-26T18:30:59Z

Dye: /* Cunning Calcultors */

==Programmers Bay==
*'''Microcontrollers'''
**[[Arduino cheat sheet|Arduino cheat sheet]]
**[[How to burn the Bootloader|How to burn the Bootloader]]
**[http://hlt.media.mit.edu/wiki/pmwiki.php?n=Main.ArduinoATtiny4585 Using Attiny with Arduino]
*'''Xbee'''
*'''Autoit'''
**[[Webcam|Autoit webcam]]
*'''Sketchup'''
**[[Creating Gears in Sketchup|Creating Gears in Sketchup]]
**[[Creating Sketchup Videos|Creating Sketchup Videos]]
**[[Converting sketchup to STL and DXF|Converting sketchup to STL and DXF]]

*'''Misc'''

==Mechanical Lab==
*'''Workshop'''
**[[Vacuum Former|Vacuum Former]]
**[[Belt Sander|Belt Sander]]
**[[Drill Press|Drill Press]]
**[[Band Saw|Band Saw]]
**[[Hot Wire Cutter|Hot Wire Cutter]]
**[http://runawaybrainz.blogspot.com/2011/11/diy-how-to-bend-aluminium-easy-way-with.html DIY Leaf Brake to bend Aluminum (wood)]
**[http://www.eaa.org/experimenter/articles/2009-05_howto_brakes.asp DIY Leaf Brake to bend Aluminum (small)]
**[http://www.instructables.com/id/Homemade-Mini-Press-Brake/ DIY Leaf Brake to bend Aluminum (larger)]
*'''CNC Milling'''
**[[Fireball V90|Fireball V90]]
*'''3D Printing'''

==Electronics==
*'''Soldering'''
**[[Soldering 101|Soldering 101]]
**[[How to reflow|How to reflow]]
**[[Soldering tools|Soldering tools]]
***[http://www.sentryair.com/ Air filtration Systems]
***[http://www.qrpbuilder.com/downloads/pcb_holder_you_can_build.pdf Simple Rubber Band Powered PCB Holder]
*'''Circuits'''
**'''DC Motors'''
***[[How to wire a DPDT Switch to a Motor|How to wire a DPDT Switch to a Motor]]
**'''Current Sources'''
***[[BJT LED Current Source|Simple LED Current Source]]
***[[Op Amp LED Current Source|Advanced LED Current Source with PWM control and Enable]]
**'''Power Protection Strategies'''
***[http://digital-diy.com/general-electronics/422-power-protection-circuits-a-closer-look-at-the-series-diode.html Simple Diode] By far the lowest cost solution, but has a large voltage drop
***[http://digital-diy.com/general-electronics/423-power-protection-circuits-a-closer-look-at-the-crowbar-circuit.html Crowbar Fuse and Diode] A low voltage drop solution, but requires fuse replacement after every failure
***[http://digital-diy.com/general-electronics/424-power-protection-circuits-a-closer-look-at-the-p-channel-mosfet-circuit.html P FET] Slightly more expensive than a diode but linear voltage drop
***[http://www.digikey.com/Web%20Export/Supplier%20Content/Tyco_8004/PDF/TycoRaychem_PolyZen.pdf?redirected=1 Poly Zen] Expensive but very effective
**'''Light Circuits'''
**[[Dark Activated Emergency Light Circuit|Dark Activated Emergency Light]]
**[[Simple Relay Circuit|Simple Relay Circuit]]
**[[InfraRed Beam Break Detector|InfraRed Beam Break Detector]]
**[[High Side Current Meter|High Side Current Meter]]
**[[Transconductance Amplifier|Transconductance Amplifier]]
**[[Stepper Motors| Stepper Motors]]
**[[Hobby Servos| Hobby Servos]]
**[[Multiple Buttons using one Analog Read|Multiple Buttons using one Analog Read]]
**[http://www.openmusiclabs.com/learning/digital/input-matrix-scanning/ 12 Input Matrix Scanning Methods]
*'''Components'''
**'''Optical'''
***[[7 segment LED|7 segment LED]]
**'''Misc'''
***[[IR Receiver|IR Receiver]]
***[[Electryte|Electryte]]
***[[555 Timer|555 Timer]]
***[[555 Timer Servo Circuit|555 Timer Servo Circuit]]
***[[A3982 Stepper Motor Driver|A3982 Stepper Motor Driver]]
**'''7400 Series'''
***[http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/List_of_7400_series_integrated_circuits big list of 7400 parts]
***[[74151 Multiplexer|74151 Multiplexer]]
***[[74HC164|74164 8-Bit SIPO Shift Register]]
***[[74HC595|74595 8-Bit SIPO Shift Register (with Latch)]]
***[[TPIC6B595|TPIC6B595 8-Bit SIPO Shift Register (w Latch & 150mA Drains)]]
**'''DC-DC Converters'''
***[[LM317|LM317 Adjustable Voltage Regulator]]
***[[LM7805|LM7805 5V Fixed Linear Regulator 1.5A]]
***[[LM2576 Buck Regulator|LM2576 5V Buck Regulator/BEC]]
***[[MAX682 5V Charge Pump|MAX682 5V Charge Pump]]
***[[MCP1700 3.3V LDO|MCP1700 3.3V LDO]]
**'''Sensors'''
***[[SS541 Hall Effect Sensor|SS541 Hall Effect Sensor]]
***[[BPW34|BPW34 Photodiode]]
***[[Photo Resistor|Photo Resistor Light Detector]]
**'''Op Amps'''
***[[LM324|LM324 Quad Low Power Op Amp]]
***[[LM358|LM358 Dual Low Power Op Amp]]
**'''Transistors'''
***[[Common Transistors|Common Transistors]]
**'''Clock Sources'''
***[[Crystals Resonators Oscillators|Crystals Resonators Oscillators]]
**'''Capacitors'''
***[http://www.x2y.com/techsummary.htm X2Y Capacitors]
***[[Capacitors|Everything you want to know about Capacitors]]
*'''PCB Design Tools'''
**[http://www.linear.com/designtools/software/ LT Spice tool for simulating Circuits]
**[http://saturnpcb.com/pcb_toolkit.htm Saturn PCB design toolkit]
**[http://www.altera.com/technology/signal/power-distribution-network/sgl-pdn.html Altera Tool for designing Power Distribution Networks]
**[[How use the toner transfer method|How use the toner transfer method]]
**[[PCB Test Pattern|PCB Test Pattern]]
**[[Electronic Design Automation Tools|Electronic Design Automation Tools]]
*'''Design Spark'''
**http://www.designspark.com/pcb?
*'''Eagle CAD'''
**[[Advanced Eagle Commands|Advanced Eagle Commands]]
**[[How to manufacture your PCB|How to manufacture your PCB]]
**[[How to duplicate designs in eagle|How to duplicate designs in eagle]]
**[http://hackaday.com/2011/11/16/eagleup-pulls-your-pcbs-into-sketchup/?utm_source=feedburner&utm_medium=feed&utm_campaign=Feed%3A+hackaday%2FLgoM+%28Hack+a+Day%29&utm_content=Google+Feedfetcher How to generate sketchup from eagle using eagleUP]
**[[How to generate bitmaps in eagle|How to generate bitmaps in eagle]]
**[[How to generate g code from eagle|How to generate g code from eagle]]
**[[How to make a symbol in Eagle Library|How to make a symbol in Eagle Library]]

*[[Where to buy hardware|Where to buy hardware]]
*[[Where to buy electronics|Where to buy electronics]]
*[[Useful EE Sites|Useful EE Sites]]

*'''Electrical References'''
**[[Signal Integrity Notes|Notes from Signal and Power Integrity Simplified, Second Edition]]
**[[DC Connectors|Common DC Connectors]]
**[[Wire Gauge|Wire Gauge]]
**[[LEDs|LEDs]]
**[http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Electronic_symbol Electronic Symbols]

*'''Communication Protocols'''

**[[USB|USB (empty)]]
**[[I2C|I2C (empty)]]
**[[SPI|SPI (empty)]]
**[[RS232|RS232 Protocol Test Methods and Description]]
**[[RS422|RS422 (empty)]]
**[[RS485|RS485 (empty)]]
**[[CAN|CAN (empty)]]
**[[LIN|LIN (empty)]]
**[[FlexRay|FlexRay (empty)]]
**[[JTAG|JTAG (empty)]]
**[[MIL1553|MIL1553 (empty)]]
**[[PCIe|PCIe (empty)]]
**[[SAS/SATA|SAS/SATA (empty)]]
**[[MIPI|MIPI (empty)]]
**[[HDMI|HDMI (empty)]]

==Reference Charts==
*[http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Flat_Display_Mounting_Interface Monitor Mounting Hole Dimensions]
*[[Types of Tape|Types of Tape]]
*[[Types of Adhesive|Types of Adhesive]]
*[[Drill/Taps Sizes|Drill/Taps Sizes]]
*[[Cunning Turtle SKUs|Cunning Turtle SKUs]]
*[[Shipping|Shipping]]
*[[Weight Estimations|How to estimate product weights accurately]]
*[http://www.3dcontentcentral.com/parts/supplier/80%2020-Inc.aspx 3D warehouse for models]
*[http://www.3dwarehouse.com google sketchup 3d repository]
*[http://eagleup.wordpress.com/2011/08/09/import-step-files-for-your-models/ converting 3d model formats]

==Misc stuff==
*[http://kalaalog.com/2007/10/11/dragon-sketch-to-vector-art/ How to use inkscape to vectorize a sketch]
*[http://nicubunu.blogspot.com/2008/04/f10-gears-drawing-gears.html Drawing Gears in inkscape]
*[http://www.focuser.com/atm/anodize/anodize.html How to Anodize Aluminum at Home]
*[http://makeprojects.com/Project/Stain-PVC-Any-Color-You-Like/296/1 How to Stain PVC using tetrahydrofuran]
*[http://home.comcast.net/~sskroch/Injection_molding/injection_molding.html Injection Molding at Home]
*[http://www.protoparadigm.com/2011/12/abs-glue-weld-cast-texture-and-more/ Casting/gluing/Welding ABS with acetone]
*[http://www.diyroadcasesstore.com/categories/Corners/ Road Case Parts Supplier]
*[http://www.monoprice.com/ Cables, Audio, Keystone Plates/Fittings, etc]

==Cunning Calcultors==

*[[CalcHowTo|Designing a Javascript Calculator]]
*[[http://www.cunningturtle.com/wordpress/wp-content/uploads/2011/12/LED-Resistor-Calc.html Calculate LED Resistor]]

==Misc Suppliers==
*[http://www.orangealuminum.com Aluminum Extrusion Supplier]
*[http://www.hardwareelf.com/elf/handles.jsp Handles for Brief Cases, Trunks]
*[http://www.protex.com/product/index/category/Product+Range/subcategory/Case+Fittings Road Case Fittings]
*[http://www.drillspot.com/# Lots of hardware parts like mcmaster carr]

Internal

2012-11-23T17:15:36Z

Dye: /* Reference Charts */

==Programmers Bay==
*'''Microcontrollers'''
**[[Arduino cheat sheet|Arduino cheat sheet]]
**[[How to burn the Bootloader|How to burn the Bootloader]]
**[http://hlt.media.mit.edu/wiki/pmwiki.php?n=Main.ArduinoATtiny4585 Using Attiny with Arduino]
*'''Xbee'''
*'''Autoit'''
**[[Webcam|Autoit webcam]]
*'''Sketchup'''
**[[Creating Gears in Sketchup|Creating Gears in Sketchup]]
**[[Creating Sketchup Videos|Creating Sketchup Videos]]
**[[Converting sketchup to STL and DXF|Converting sketchup to STL and DXF]]

*'''Misc'''

==Mechanical Lab==
*'''Workshop'''
**[[Vacuum Former|Vacuum Former]]
**[[Belt Sander|Belt Sander]]
**[[Drill Press|Drill Press]]
**[[Band Saw|Band Saw]]
**[[Hot Wire Cutter|Hot Wire Cutter]]
**[http://runawaybrainz.blogspot.com/2011/11/diy-how-to-bend-aluminium-easy-way-with.html DIY Leaf Brake to bend Aluminum (wood)]
**[http://www.eaa.org/experimenter/articles/2009-05_howto_brakes.asp DIY Leaf Brake to bend Aluminum (small)]
**[http://www.instructables.com/id/Homemade-Mini-Press-Brake/ DIY Leaf Brake to bend Aluminum (larger)]
*'''CNC Milling'''
**[[Fireball V90|Fireball V90]]
*'''3D Printing'''

==Electronics==
*'''Soldering'''
**[[Soldering 101|Soldering 101]]
**[[How to reflow|How to reflow]]
**[[Soldering tools|Soldering tools]]
***[http://www.sentryair.com/ Air filtration Systems]
***[http://www.qrpbuilder.com/downloads/pcb_holder_you_can_build.pdf Simple Rubber Band Powered PCB Holder]
*'''Circuits'''
**'''DC Motors'''
***[[How to wire a DPDT Switch to a Motor|How to wire a DPDT Switch to a Motor]]
**'''Current Sources'''
***[[BJT LED Current Source|Simple LED Current Source]]
***[[Op Amp LED Current Source|Advanced LED Current Source with PWM control and Enable]]
**'''Power Protection Strategies'''
***[http://digital-diy.com/general-electronics/422-power-protection-circuits-a-closer-look-at-the-series-diode.html Simple Diode] By far the lowest cost solution, but has a large voltage drop
***[http://digital-diy.com/general-electronics/423-power-protection-circuits-a-closer-look-at-the-crowbar-circuit.html Crowbar Fuse and Diode] A low voltage drop solution, but requires fuse replacement after every failure
***[http://digital-diy.com/general-electronics/424-power-protection-circuits-a-closer-look-at-the-p-channel-mosfet-circuit.html P FET] Slightly more expensive than a diode but linear voltage drop
***[http://www.digikey.com/Web%20Export/Supplier%20Content/Tyco_8004/PDF/TycoRaychem_PolyZen.pdf?redirected=1 Poly Zen] Expensive but very effective
**'''Light Circuits'''
**[[Dark Activated Emergency Light Circuit|Dark Activated Emergency Light]]
**[[Simple Relay Circuit|Simple Relay Circuit]]
**[[InfraRed Beam Break Detector|InfraRed Beam Break Detector]]
**[[High Side Current Meter|High Side Current Meter]]
**[[Transconductance Amplifier|Transconductance Amplifier]]
**[[Stepper Motors| Stepper Motors]]
**[[Hobby Servos| Hobby Servos]]
**[[Multiple Buttons using one Analog Read|Multiple Buttons using one Analog Read]]
**[http://www.openmusiclabs.com/learning/digital/input-matrix-scanning/ 12 Input Matrix Scanning Methods]
*'''Components'''
**'''Optical'''
***[[7 segment LED|7 segment LED]]
**'''Misc'''
***[[IR Receiver|IR Receiver]]
***[[Electryte|Electryte]]
***[[555 Timer|555 Timer]]
***[[555 Timer Servo Circuit|555 Timer Servo Circuit]]
***[[A3982 Stepper Motor Driver|A3982 Stepper Motor Driver]]
**'''7400 Series'''
***[http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/List_of_7400_series_integrated_circuits big list of 7400 parts]
***[[74151 Multiplexer|74151 Multiplexer]]
***[[74HC164|74164 8-Bit SIPO Shift Register]]
***[[74HC595|74595 8-Bit SIPO Shift Register (with Latch)]]
***[[TPIC6B595|TPIC6B595 8-Bit SIPO Shift Register (w Latch & 150mA Drains)]]
**'''DC-DC Converters'''
***[[LM317|LM317 Adjustable Voltage Regulator]]
***[[LM7805|LM7805 5V Fixed Linear Regulator 1.5A]]
***[[LM2576 Buck Regulator|LM2576 5V Buck Regulator/BEC]]
***[[MAX682 5V Charge Pump|MAX682 5V Charge Pump]]
***[[MCP1700 3.3V LDO|MCP1700 3.3V LDO]]
**'''Sensors'''
***[[SS541 Hall Effect Sensor|SS541 Hall Effect Sensor]]
***[[BPW34|BPW34 Photodiode]]
***[[Photo Resistor|Photo Resistor Light Detector]]
**'''Op Amps'''
***[[LM324|LM324 Quad Low Power Op Amp]]
***[[LM358|LM358 Dual Low Power Op Amp]]
**'''Transistors'''
***[[Common Transistors|Common Transistors]]
**'''Clock Sources'''
***[[Crystals Resonators Oscillators|Crystals Resonators Oscillators]]
**'''Capacitors'''
***[http://www.x2y.com/techsummary.htm X2Y Capacitors]
***[[Capacitors|Everything you want to know about Capacitors]]
*'''PCB Design Tools'''
**[http://www.linear.com/designtools/software/ LT Spice tool for simulating Circuits]
**[http://saturnpcb.com/pcb_toolkit.htm Saturn PCB design toolkit]
**[http://www.altera.com/technology/signal/power-distribution-network/sgl-pdn.html Altera Tool for designing Power Distribution Networks]
**[[How use the toner transfer method|How use the toner transfer method]]
**[[PCB Test Pattern|PCB Test Pattern]]
**[[Electronic Design Automation Tools|Electronic Design Automation Tools]]
*'''Design Spark'''
**http://www.designspark.com/pcb?
*'''Eagle CAD'''
**[[Advanced Eagle Commands|Advanced Eagle Commands]]
**[[How to manufacture your PCB|How to manufacture your PCB]]
**[[How to duplicate designs in eagle|How to duplicate designs in eagle]]
**[http://hackaday.com/2011/11/16/eagleup-pulls-your-pcbs-into-sketchup/?utm_source=feedburner&utm_medium=feed&utm_campaign=Feed%3A+hackaday%2FLgoM+%28Hack+a+Day%29&utm_content=Google+Feedfetcher How to generate sketchup from eagle using eagleUP]
**[[How to generate bitmaps in eagle|How to generate bitmaps in eagle]]
**[[How to generate g code from eagle|How to generate g code from eagle]]
**[[How to make a symbol in Eagle Library|How to make a symbol in Eagle Library]]

*[[Where to buy hardware|Where to buy hardware]]
*[[Where to buy electronics|Where to buy electronics]]
*[[Useful EE Sites|Useful EE Sites]]

*'''Electrical References'''
**[[Signal Integrity Notes|Notes from Signal and Power Integrity Simplified, Second Edition]]
**[[DC Connectors|Common DC Connectors]]
**[[Wire Gauge|Wire Gauge]]
**[[LEDs|LEDs]]
**[http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Electronic_symbol Electronic Symbols]

*'''Communication Protocols'''

**[[USB|USB (empty)]]
**[[I2C|I2C (empty)]]
**[[SPI|SPI (empty)]]
**[[RS232|RS232 Protocol Test Methods and Description]]
**[[RS422|RS422 (empty)]]
**[[RS485|RS485 (empty)]]
**[[CAN|CAN (empty)]]
**[[LIN|LIN (empty)]]
**[[FlexRay|FlexRay (empty)]]
**[[JTAG|JTAG (empty)]]
**[[MIL1553|MIL1553 (empty)]]
**[[PCIe|PCIe (empty)]]
**[[SAS/SATA|SAS/SATA (empty)]]
**[[MIPI|MIPI (empty)]]
**[[HDMI|HDMI (empty)]]

==Reference Charts==
*[http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Flat_Display_Mounting_Interface Monitor Mounting Hole Dimensions]
*[[Types of Tape|Types of Tape]]
*[[Types of Adhesive|Types of Adhesive]]
*[[Drill/Taps Sizes|Drill/Taps Sizes]]
*[[Cunning Turtle SKUs|Cunning Turtle SKUs]]
*[[Shipping|Shipping]]
*[[Weight Estimations|How to estimate product weights accurately]]
*[http://www.3dcontentcentral.com/parts/supplier/80%2020-Inc.aspx 3D warehouse for models]
*[http://www.3dwarehouse.com google sketchup 3d repository]
*[http://eagleup.wordpress.com/2011/08/09/import-step-files-for-your-models/ converting 3d model formats]

==Misc stuff==
*[http://kalaalog.com/2007/10/11/dragon-sketch-to-vector-art/ How to use inkscape to vectorize a sketch]
*[http://nicubunu.blogspot.com/2008/04/f10-gears-drawing-gears.html Drawing Gears in inkscape]
*[http://www.focuser.com/atm/anodize/anodize.html How to Anodize Aluminum at Home]
*[http://makeprojects.com/Project/Stain-PVC-Any-Color-You-Like/296/1 How to Stain PVC using tetrahydrofuran]
*[http://home.comcast.net/~sskroch/Injection_molding/injection_molding.html Injection Molding at Home]
*[http://www.protoparadigm.com/2011/12/abs-glue-weld-cast-texture-and-more/ Casting/gluing/Welding ABS with acetone]
*[http://www.diyroadcasesstore.com/categories/Corners/ Road Case Parts Supplier]
*[http://www.monoprice.com/ Cables, Audio, Keystone Plates/Fittings, etc]

==Cunning Calcultors==

*[[CalcHowTo|Designing a Javascript Calculator]]
*[[CalcLEDResistor|Calculate LED Resistor]]

==Misc Suppliers==
*[http://www.orangealuminum.com Aluminum Extrusion Supplier]
*[http://www.hardwareelf.com/elf/handles.jsp Handles for Brief Cases, Trunks]
*[http://www.protex.com/product/index/category/Product+Range/subcategory/Case+Fittings Road Case Fittings]
*[http://www.drillspot.com/# Lots of hardware parts like mcmaster carr]

Internal

2012-11-23T17:13:08Z

Dye: /* Misc Suppliers */

==Programmers Bay==
*'''Microcontrollers'''
**[[Arduino cheat sheet|Arduino cheat sheet]]
**[[How to burn the Bootloader|How to burn the Bootloader]]
**[http://hlt.media.mit.edu/wiki/pmwiki.php?n=Main.ArduinoATtiny4585 Using Attiny with Arduino]
*'''Xbee'''
*'''Autoit'''
**[[Webcam|Autoit webcam]]
*'''Sketchup'''
**[[Creating Gears in Sketchup|Creating Gears in Sketchup]]
**[[Creating Sketchup Videos|Creating Sketchup Videos]]
**[[Converting sketchup to STL and DXF|Converting sketchup to STL and DXF]]

*'''Misc'''

==Mechanical Lab==
*'''Workshop'''
**[[Vacuum Former|Vacuum Former]]
**[[Belt Sander|Belt Sander]]
**[[Drill Press|Drill Press]]
**[[Band Saw|Band Saw]]
**[[Hot Wire Cutter|Hot Wire Cutter]]
**[http://runawaybrainz.blogspot.com/2011/11/diy-how-to-bend-aluminium-easy-way-with.html DIY Leaf Brake to bend Aluminum (wood)]
**[http://www.eaa.org/experimenter/articles/2009-05_howto_brakes.asp DIY Leaf Brake to bend Aluminum (small)]
**[http://www.instructables.com/id/Homemade-Mini-Press-Brake/ DIY Leaf Brake to bend Aluminum (larger)]
*'''CNC Milling'''
**[[Fireball V90|Fireball V90]]
*'''3D Printing'''

==Electronics==
*'''Soldering'''
**[[Soldering 101|Soldering 101]]
**[[How to reflow|How to reflow]]
**[[Soldering tools|Soldering tools]]
***[http://www.sentryair.com/ Air filtration Systems]
***[http://www.qrpbuilder.com/downloads/pcb_holder_you_can_build.pdf Simple Rubber Band Powered PCB Holder]
*'''Circuits'''
**'''DC Motors'''
***[[How to wire a DPDT Switch to a Motor|How to wire a DPDT Switch to a Motor]]
**'''Current Sources'''
***[[BJT LED Current Source|Simple LED Current Source]]
***[[Op Amp LED Current Source|Advanced LED Current Source with PWM control and Enable]]
**'''Power Protection Strategies'''
***[http://digital-diy.com/general-electronics/422-power-protection-circuits-a-closer-look-at-the-series-diode.html Simple Diode] By far the lowest cost solution, but has a large voltage drop
***[http://digital-diy.com/general-electronics/423-power-protection-circuits-a-closer-look-at-the-crowbar-circuit.html Crowbar Fuse and Diode] A low voltage drop solution, but requires fuse replacement after every failure
***[http://digital-diy.com/general-electronics/424-power-protection-circuits-a-closer-look-at-the-p-channel-mosfet-circuit.html P FET] Slightly more expensive than a diode but linear voltage drop
***[http://www.digikey.com/Web%20Export/Supplier%20Content/Tyco_8004/PDF/TycoRaychem_PolyZen.pdf?redirected=1 Poly Zen] Expensive but very effective
**'''Light Circuits'''
**[[Dark Activated Emergency Light Circuit|Dark Activated Emergency Light]]
**[[Simple Relay Circuit|Simple Relay Circuit]]
**[[InfraRed Beam Break Detector|InfraRed Beam Break Detector]]
**[[High Side Current Meter|High Side Current Meter]]
**[[Transconductance Amplifier|Transconductance Amplifier]]
**[[Stepper Motors| Stepper Motors]]
**[[Hobby Servos| Hobby Servos]]
**[[Multiple Buttons using one Analog Read|Multiple Buttons using one Analog Read]]
**[http://www.openmusiclabs.com/learning/digital/input-matrix-scanning/ 12 Input Matrix Scanning Methods]
*'''Components'''
**'''Optical'''
***[[7 segment LED|7 segment LED]]
**'''Misc'''
***[[IR Receiver|IR Receiver]]
***[[Electryte|Electryte]]
***[[555 Timer|555 Timer]]
***[[555 Timer Servo Circuit|555 Timer Servo Circuit]]
***[[A3982 Stepper Motor Driver|A3982 Stepper Motor Driver]]
**'''7400 Series'''
***[http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/List_of_7400_series_integrated_circuits big list of 7400 parts]
***[[74151 Multiplexer|74151 Multiplexer]]
***[[74HC164|74164 8-Bit SIPO Shift Register]]
***[[74HC595|74595 8-Bit SIPO Shift Register (with Latch)]]
***[[TPIC6B595|TPIC6B595 8-Bit SIPO Shift Register (w Latch & 150mA Drains)]]
**'''DC-DC Converters'''
***[[LM317|LM317 Adjustable Voltage Regulator]]
***[[LM7805|LM7805 5V Fixed Linear Regulator 1.5A]]
***[[LM2576 Buck Regulator|LM2576 5V Buck Regulator/BEC]]
***[[MAX682 5V Charge Pump|MAX682 5V Charge Pump]]
***[[MCP1700 3.3V LDO|MCP1700 3.3V LDO]]
**'''Sensors'''
***[[SS541 Hall Effect Sensor|SS541 Hall Effect Sensor]]
***[[BPW34|BPW34 Photodiode]]
***[[Photo Resistor|Photo Resistor Light Detector]]
**'''Op Amps'''
***[[LM324|LM324 Quad Low Power Op Amp]]
***[[LM358|LM358 Dual Low Power Op Amp]]
**'''Transistors'''
***[[Common Transistors|Common Transistors]]
**'''Clock Sources'''
***[[Crystals Resonators Oscillators|Crystals Resonators Oscillators]]
**'''Capacitors'''
***[http://www.x2y.com/techsummary.htm X2Y Capacitors]
***[[Capacitors|Everything you want to know about Capacitors]]
*'''PCB Design Tools'''
**[http://www.linear.com/designtools/software/ LT Spice tool for simulating Circuits]
**[http://saturnpcb.com/pcb_toolkit.htm Saturn PCB design toolkit]
**[http://www.altera.com/technology/signal/power-distribution-network/sgl-pdn.html Altera Tool for designing Power Distribution Networks]
**[[How use the toner transfer method|How use the toner transfer method]]
**[[PCB Test Pattern|PCB Test Pattern]]
**[[Electronic Design Automation Tools|Electronic Design Automation Tools]]
*'''Design Spark'''
**http://www.designspark.com/pcb?
*'''Eagle CAD'''
**[[Advanced Eagle Commands|Advanced Eagle Commands]]
**[[How to manufacture your PCB|How to manufacture your PCB]]
**[[How to duplicate designs in eagle|How to duplicate designs in eagle]]
**[http://hackaday.com/2011/11/16/eagleup-pulls-your-pcbs-into-sketchup/?utm_source=feedburner&utm_medium=feed&utm_campaign=Feed%3A+hackaday%2FLgoM+%28Hack+a+Day%29&utm_content=Google+Feedfetcher How to generate sketchup from eagle using eagleUP]
**[[How to generate bitmaps in eagle|How to generate bitmaps in eagle]]
**[[How to generate g code from eagle|How to generate g code from eagle]]
**[[How to make a symbol in Eagle Library|How to make a symbol in Eagle Library]]

*[[Where to buy hardware|Where to buy hardware]]
*[[Where to buy electronics|Where to buy electronics]]
*[[Useful EE Sites|Useful EE Sites]]

*'''Electrical References'''
**[[Signal Integrity Notes|Notes from Signal and Power Integrity Simplified, Second Edition]]
**[[DC Connectors|Common DC Connectors]]
**[[Wire Gauge|Wire Gauge]]
**[[LEDs|LEDs]]
**[http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Electronic_symbol Electronic Symbols]

*'''Communication Protocols'''

**[[USB|USB (empty)]]
**[[I2C|I2C (empty)]]
**[[SPI|SPI (empty)]]
**[[RS232|RS232 Protocol Test Methods and Description]]
**[[RS422|RS422 (empty)]]
**[[RS485|RS485 (empty)]]
**[[CAN|CAN (empty)]]
**[[LIN|LIN (empty)]]
**[[FlexRay|FlexRay (empty)]]
**[[JTAG|JTAG (empty)]]
**[[MIL1553|MIL1553 (empty)]]
**[[PCIe|PCIe (empty)]]
**[[SAS/SATA|SAS/SATA (empty)]]
**[[MIPI|MIPI (empty)]]
**[[HDMI|HDMI (empty)]]

==Reference Charts==
*[http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Flat_Display_Mounting_Interface Monitor Mounting Hole Dimensions]
*[[Types of Tape|Types of Tape]]
*[[Types of Adhesive|Types of Adhesive]]
*[[Drill/Taps Sizes|Drill/Taps Sizes]]
*[[Cunning Turtle SKUs|Cunning Turtle SKUs]]
*[[Shipping|Shipping]]
*[[Weight Estimations|How to estimate product weights accurately]]

==Misc stuff==
*[http://kalaalog.com/2007/10/11/dragon-sketch-to-vector-art/ How to use inkscape to vectorize a sketch]
*[http://nicubunu.blogspot.com/2008/04/f10-gears-drawing-gears.html Drawing Gears in inkscape]
*[http://www.focuser.com/atm/anodize/anodize.html How to Anodize Aluminum at Home]
*[http://makeprojects.com/Project/Stain-PVC-Any-Color-You-Like/296/1 How to Stain PVC using tetrahydrofuran]
*[http://home.comcast.net/~sskroch/Injection_molding/injection_molding.html Injection Molding at Home]
*[http://www.protoparadigm.com/2011/12/abs-glue-weld-cast-texture-and-more/ Casting/gluing/Welding ABS with acetone]
*[http://www.diyroadcasesstore.com/categories/Corners/ Road Case Parts Supplier]
*[http://www.monoprice.com/ Cables, Audio, Keystone Plates/Fittings, etc]

==Cunning Calcultors==

*[[CalcHowTo|Designing a Javascript Calculator]]
*[[CalcLEDResistor|Calculate LED Resistor]]

==Misc Suppliers==
*[http://www.orangealuminum.com Aluminum Extrusion Supplier]
*[http://www.hardwareelf.com/elf/handles.jsp Handles for Brief Cases, Trunks]
*[http://www.protex.com/product/index/category/Product+Range/subcategory/Case+Fittings Road Case Fittings]
*[http://www.drillspot.com/# Lots of hardware parts like mcmaster carr]

Internal

2012-11-23T17:07:35Z

Dye: /* Misc Suppliers */

==Programmers Bay==
*'''Microcontrollers'''
**[[Arduino cheat sheet|Arduino cheat sheet]]
**[[How to burn the Bootloader|How to burn the Bootloader]]
**[http://hlt.media.mit.edu/wiki/pmwiki.php?n=Main.ArduinoATtiny4585 Using Attiny with Arduino]
*'''Xbee'''
*'''Autoit'''
**[[Webcam|Autoit webcam]]
*'''Sketchup'''
**[[Creating Gears in Sketchup|Creating Gears in Sketchup]]
**[[Creating Sketchup Videos|Creating Sketchup Videos]]
**[[Converting sketchup to STL and DXF|Converting sketchup to STL and DXF]]

*'''Misc'''

==Mechanical Lab==
*'''Workshop'''
**[[Vacuum Former|Vacuum Former]]
**[[Belt Sander|Belt Sander]]
**[[Drill Press|Drill Press]]
**[[Band Saw|Band Saw]]
**[[Hot Wire Cutter|Hot Wire Cutter]]
**[http://runawaybrainz.blogspot.com/2011/11/diy-how-to-bend-aluminium-easy-way-with.html DIY Leaf Brake to bend Aluminum (wood)]
**[http://www.eaa.org/experimenter/articles/2009-05_howto_brakes.asp DIY Leaf Brake to bend Aluminum (small)]
**[http://www.instructables.com/id/Homemade-Mini-Press-Brake/ DIY Leaf Brake to bend Aluminum (larger)]
*'''CNC Milling'''
**[[Fireball V90|Fireball V90]]
*'''3D Printing'''

==Electronics==
*'''Soldering'''
**[[Soldering 101|Soldering 101]]
**[[How to reflow|How to reflow]]
**[[Soldering tools|Soldering tools]]
***[http://www.sentryair.com/ Air filtration Systems]
***[http://www.qrpbuilder.com/downloads/pcb_holder_you_can_build.pdf Simple Rubber Band Powered PCB Holder]
*'''Circuits'''
**'''DC Motors'''
***[[How to wire a DPDT Switch to a Motor|How to wire a DPDT Switch to a Motor]]
**'''Current Sources'''
***[[BJT LED Current Source|Simple LED Current Source]]
***[[Op Amp LED Current Source|Advanced LED Current Source with PWM control and Enable]]
**'''Power Protection Strategies'''
***[http://digital-diy.com/general-electronics/422-power-protection-circuits-a-closer-look-at-the-series-diode.html Simple Diode] By far the lowest cost solution, but has a large voltage drop
***[http://digital-diy.com/general-electronics/423-power-protection-circuits-a-closer-look-at-the-crowbar-circuit.html Crowbar Fuse and Diode] A low voltage drop solution, but requires fuse replacement after every failure
***[http://digital-diy.com/general-electronics/424-power-protection-circuits-a-closer-look-at-the-p-channel-mosfet-circuit.html P FET] Slightly more expensive than a diode but linear voltage drop
***[http://www.digikey.com/Web%20Export/Supplier%20Content/Tyco_8004/PDF/TycoRaychem_PolyZen.pdf?redirected=1 Poly Zen] Expensive but very effective
**'''Light Circuits'''
**[[Dark Activated Emergency Light Circuit|Dark Activated Emergency Light]]
**[[Simple Relay Circuit|Simple Relay Circuit]]
**[[InfraRed Beam Break Detector|InfraRed Beam Break Detector]]
**[[High Side Current Meter|High Side Current Meter]]
**[[Transconductance Amplifier|Transconductance Amplifier]]
**[[Stepper Motors| Stepper Motors]]
**[[Hobby Servos| Hobby Servos]]
**[[Multiple Buttons using one Analog Read|Multiple Buttons using one Analog Read]]
**[http://www.openmusiclabs.com/learning/digital/input-matrix-scanning/ 12 Input Matrix Scanning Methods]
*'''Components'''
**'''Optical'''
***[[7 segment LED|7 segment LED]]
**'''Misc'''
***[[IR Receiver|IR Receiver]]
***[[Electryte|Electryte]]
***[[555 Timer|555 Timer]]
***[[555 Timer Servo Circuit|555 Timer Servo Circuit]]
***[[A3982 Stepper Motor Driver|A3982 Stepper Motor Driver]]
**'''7400 Series'''
***[http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/List_of_7400_series_integrated_circuits big list of 7400 parts]
***[[74151 Multiplexer|74151 Multiplexer]]
***[[74HC164|74164 8-Bit SIPO Shift Register]]
***[[74HC595|74595 8-Bit SIPO Shift Register (with Latch)]]
***[[TPIC6B595|TPIC6B595 8-Bit SIPO Shift Register (w Latch & 150mA Drains)]]
**'''DC-DC Converters'''
***[[LM317|LM317 Adjustable Voltage Regulator]]
***[[LM7805|LM7805 5V Fixed Linear Regulator 1.5A]]
***[[LM2576 Buck Regulator|LM2576 5V Buck Regulator/BEC]]
***[[MAX682 5V Charge Pump|MAX682 5V Charge Pump]]
***[[MCP1700 3.3V LDO|MCP1700 3.3V LDO]]
**'''Sensors'''
***[[SS541 Hall Effect Sensor|SS541 Hall Effect Sensor]]
***[[BPW34|BPW34 Photodiode]]
***[[Photo Resistor|Photo Resistor Light Detector]]
**'''Op Amps'''
***[[LM324|LM324 Quad Low Power Op Amp]]
***[[LM358|LM358 Dual Low Power Op Amp]]
**'''Transistors'''
***[[Common Transistors|Common Transistors]]
**'''Clock Sources'''
***[[Crystals Resonators Oscillators|Crystals Resonators Oscillators]]
**'''Capacitors'''
***[http://www.x2y.com/techsummary.htm X2Y Capacitors]
***[[Capacitors|Everything you want to know about Capacitors]]
*'''PCB Design Tools'''
**[http://www.linear.com/designtools/software/ LT Spice tool for simulating Circuits]
**[http://saturnpcb.com/pcb_toolkit.htm Saturn PCB design toolkit]
**[http://www.altera.com/technology/signal/power-distribution-network/sgl-pdn.html Altera Tool for designing Power Distribution Networks]
**[[How use the toner transfer method|How use the toner transfer method]]
**[[PCB Test Pattern|PCB Test Pattern]]
**[[Electronic Design Automation Tools|Electronic Design Automation Tools]]
*'''Design Spark'''
**http://www.designspark.com/pcb?
*'''Eagle CAD'''
**[[Advanced Eagle Commands|Advanced Eagle Commands]]
**[[How to manufacture your PCB|How to manufacture your PCB]]
**[[How to duplicate designs in eagle|How to duplicate designs in eagle]]
**[http://hackaday.com/2011/11/16/eagleup-pulls-your-pcbs-into-sketchup/?utm_source=feedburner&utm_medium=feed&utm_campaign=Feed%3A+hackaday%2FLgoM+%28Hack+a+Day%29&utm_content=Google+Feedfetcher How to generate sketchup from eagle using eagleUP]
**[[How to generate bitmaps in eagle|How to generate bitmaps in eagle]]
**[[How to generate g code from eagle|How to generate g code from eagle]]
**[[How to make a symbol in Eagle Library|How to make a symbol in Eagle Library]]

*[[Where to buy hardware|Where to buy hardware]]
*[[Where to buy electronics|Where to buy electronics]]
*[[Useful EE Sites|Useful EE Sites]]

*'''Electrical References'''
**[[Signal Integrity Notes|Notes from Signal and Power Integrity Simplified, Second Edition]]
**[[DC Connectors|Common DC Connectors]]
**[[Wire Gauge|Wire Gauge]]
**[[LEDs|LEDs]]
**[http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Electronic_symbol Electronic Symbols]

*'''Communication Protocols'''

**[[USB|USB (empty)]]
**[[I2C|I2C (empty)]]
**[[SPI|SPI (empty)]]
**[[RS232|RS232 Protocol Test Methods and Description]]
**[[RS422|RS422 (empty)]]
**[[RS485|RS485 (empty)]]
**[[CAN|CAN (empty)]]
**[[LIN|LIN (empty)]]
**[[FlexRay|FlexRay (empty)]]
**[[JTAG|JTAG (empty)]]
**[[MIL1553|MIL1553 (empty)]]
**[[PCIe|PCIe (empty)]]
**[[SAS/SATA|SAS/SATA (empty)]]
**[[MIPI|MIPI (empty)]]
**[[HDMI|HDMI (empty)]]

==Reference Charts==
*[http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Flat_Display_Mounting_Interface Monitor Mounting Hole Dimensions]
*[[Types of Tape|Types of Tape]]
*[[Types of Adhesive|Types of Adhesive]]
*[[Drill/Taps Sizes|Drill/Taps Sizes]]
*[[Cunning Turtle SKUs|Cunning Turtle SKUs]]
*[[Shipping|Shipping]]
*[[Weight Estimations|How to estimate product weights accurately]]

==Misc stuff==
*[http://kalaalog.com/2007/10/11/dragon-sketch-to-vector-art/ How to use inkscape to vectorize a sketch]
*[http://nicubunu.blogspot.com/2008/04/f10-gears-drawing-gears.html Drawing Gears in inkscape]
*[http://www.focuser.com/atm/anodize/anodize.html How to Anodize Aluminum at Home]
*[http://makeprojects.com/Project/Stain-PVC-Any-Color-You-Like/296/1 How to Stain PVC using tetrahydrofuran]
*[http://home.comcast.net/~sskroch/Injection_molding/injection_molding.html Injection Molding at Home]
*[http://www.protoparadigm.com/2011/12/abs-glue-weld-cast-texture-and-more/ Casting/gluing/Welding ABS with acetone]
*[http://www.diyroadcasesstore.com/categories/Corners/ Road Case Parts Supplier]
*[http://www.monoprice.com/ Cables, Audio, Keystone Plates/Fittings, etc]

==Cunning Calcultors==

*[[CalcHowTo|Designing a Javascript Calculator]]
*[[CalcLEDResistor|Calculate LED Resistor]]

==Misc Suppliers==
*[http://www.orangealuminum.com Aluminum Extrusion Supplier]
*[http://www.hardwareelf.com/elf/handles.jsp Handles for Brief Cases, Trunks]
*[http://www.protex.com/product/index/category/Product+Range/subcategory/Case+Fittings Road Case Fittings]

Internal

2012-11-23T16:48:03Z

Dye: /* Misc Suppliers */

==Programmers Bay==
*'''Microcontrollers'''
**[[Arduino cheat sheet|Arduino cheat sheet]]
**[[How to burn the Bootloader|How to burn the Bootloader]]
**[http://hlt.media.mit.edu/wiki/pmwiki.php?n=Main.ArduinoATtiny4585 Using Attiny with Arduino]
*'''Xbee'''
*'''Autoit'''
**[[Webcam|Autoit webcam]]
*'''Sketchup'''
**[[Creating Gears in Sketchup|Creating Gears in Sketchup]]
**[[Creating Sketchup Videos|Creating Sketchup Videos]]
**[[Converting sketchup to STL and DXF|Converting sketchup to STL and DXF]]

*'''Misc'''

==Mechanical Lab==
*'''Workshop'''
**[[Vacuum Former|Vacuum Former]]
**[[Belt Sander|Belt Sander]]
**[[Drill Press|Drill Press]]
**[[Band Saw|Band Saw]]
**[[Hot Wire Cutter|Hot Wire Cutter]]
**[http://runawaybrainz.blogspot.com/2011/11/diy-how-to-bend-aluminium-easy-way-with.html DIY Leaf Brake to bend Aluminum (wood)]
**[http://www.eaa.org/experimenter/articles/2009-05_howto_brakes.asp DIY Leaf Brake to bend Aluminum (small)]
**[http://www.instructables.com/id/Homemade-Mini-Press-Brake/ DIY Leaf Brake to bend Aluminum (larger)]
*'''CNC Milling'''
**[[Fireball V90|Fireball V90]]
*'''3D Printing'''

==Electronics==
*'''Soldering'''
**[[Soldering 101|Soldering 101]]
**[[How to reflow|How to reflow]]
**[[Soldering tools|Soldering tools]]
***[http://www.sentryair.com/ Air filtration Systems]
***[http://www.qrpbuilder.com/downloads/pcb_holder_you_can_build.pdf Simple Rubber Band Powered PCB Holder]
*'''Circuits'''
**'''DC Motors'''
***[[How to wire a DPDT Switch to a Motor|How to wire a DPDT Switch to a Motor]]
**'''Current Sources'''
***[[BJT LED Current Source|Simple LED Current Source]]
***[[Op Amp LED Current Source|Advanced LED Current Source with PWM control and Enable]]
**'''Power Protection Strategies'''
***[http://digital-diy.com/general-electronics/422-power-protection-circuits-a-closer-look-at-the-series-diode.html Simple Diode] By far the lowest cost solution, but has a large voltage drop
***[http://digital-diy.com/general-electronics/423-power-protection-circuits-a-closer-look-at-the-crowbar-circuit.html Crowbar Fuse and Diode] A low voltage drop solution, but requires fuse replacement after every failure
***[http://digital-diy.com/general-electronics/424-power-protection-circuits-a-closer-look-at-the-p-channel-mosfet-circuit.html P FET] Slightly more expensive than a diode but linear voltage drop
***[http://www.digikey.com/Web%20Export/Supplier%20Content/Tyco_8004/PDF/TycoRaychem_PolyZen.pdf?redirected=1 Poly Zen] Expensive but very effective
**'''Light Circuits'''
**[[Dark Activated Emergency Light Circuit|Dark Activated Emergency Light]]
**[[Simple Relay Circuit|Simple Relay Circuit]]
**[[InfraRed Beam Break Detector|InfraRed Beam Break Detector]]
**[[High Side Current Meter|High Side Current Meter]]
**[[Transconductance Amplifier|Transconductance Amplifier]]
**[[Stepper Motors| Stepper Motors]]
**[[Hobby Servos| Hobby Servos]]
**[[Multiple Buttons using one Analog Read|Multiple Buttons using one Analog Read]]
**[http://www.openmusiclabs.com/learning/digital/input-matrix-scanning/ 12 Input Matrix Scanning Methods]
*'''Components'''
**'''Optical'''
***[[7 segment LED|7 segment LED]]
**'''Misc'''
***[[IR Receiver|IR Receiver]]
***[[Electryte|Electryte]]
***[[555 Timer|555 Timer]]
***[[555 Timer Servo Circuit|555 Timer Servo Circuit]]
***[[A3982 Stepper Motor Driver|A3982 Stepper Motor Driver]]
**'''7400 Series'''
***[http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/List_of_7400_series_integrated_circuits big list of 7400 parts]
***[[74151 Multiplexer|74151 Multiplexer]]
***[[74HC164|74164 8-Bit SIPO Shift Register]]
***[[74HC595|74595 8-Bit SIPO Shift Register (with Latch)]]
***[[TPIC6B595|TPIC6B595 8-Bit SIPO Shift Register (w Latch & 150mA Drains)]]
**'''DC-DC Converters'''
***[[LM317|LM317 Adjustable Voltage Regulator]]
***[[LM7805|LM7805 5V Fixed Linear Regulator 1.5A]]
***[[LM2576 Buck Regulator|LM2576 5V Buck Regulator/BEC]]
***[[MAX682 5V Charge Pump|MAX682 5V Charge Pump]]
***[[MCP1700 3.3V LDO|MCP1700 3.3V LDO]]
**'''Sensors'''
***[[SS541 Hall Effect Sensor|SS541 Hall Effect Sensor]]
***[[BPW34|BPW34 Photodiode]]
***[[Photo Resistor|Photo Resistor Light Detector]]
**'''Op Amps'''
***[[LM324|LM324 Quad Low Power Op Amp]]
***[[LM358|LM358 Dual Low Power Op Amp]]
**'''Transistors'''
***[[Common Transistors|Common Transistors]]
**'''Clock Sources'''
***[[Crystals Resonators Oscillators|Crystals Resonators Oscillators]]
**'''Capacitors'''
***[http://www.x2y.com/techsummary.htm X2Y Capacitors]
***[[Capacitors|Everything you want to know about Capacitors]]
*'''PCB Design Tools'''
**[http://www.linear.com/designtools/software/ LT Spice tool for simulating Circuits]
**[http://saturnpcb.com/pcb_toolkit.htm Saturn PCB design toolkit]
**[http://www.altera.com/technology/signal/power-distribution-network/sgl-pdn.html Altera Tool for designing Power Distribution Networks]
**[[How use the toner transfer method|How use the toner transfer method]]
**[[PCB Test Pattern|PCB Test Pattern]]
**[[Electronic Design Automation Tools|Electronic Design Automation Tools]]
*'''Design Spark'''
**http://www.designspark.com/pcb?
*'''Eagle CAD'''
**[[Advanced Eagle Commands|Advanced Eagle Commands]]
**[[How to manufacture your PCB|How to manufacture your PCB]]
**[[How to duplicate designs in eagle|How to duplicate designs in eagle]]
**[http://hackaday.com/2011/11/16/eagleup-pulls-your-pcbs-into-sketchup/?utm_source=feedburner&utm_medium=feed&utm_campaign=Feed%3A+hackaday%2FLgoM+%28Hack+a+Day%29&utm_content=Google+Feedfetcher How to generate sketchup from eagle using eagleUP]
**[[How to generate bitmaps in eagle|How to generate bitmaps in eagle]]
**[[How to generate g code from eagle|How to generate g code from eagle]]
**[[How to make a symbol in Eagle Library|How to make a symbol in Eagle Library]]

*[[Where to buy hardware|Where to buy hardware]]
*[[Where to buy electronics|Where to buy electronics]]
*[[Useful EE Sites|Useful EE Sites]]

*'''Electrical References'''
**[[Signal Integrity Notes|Notes from Signal and Power Integrity Simplified, Second Edition]]
**[[DC Connectors|Common DC Connectors]]
**[[Wire Gauge|Wire Gauge]]
**[[LEDs|LEDs]]
**[http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Electronic_symbol Electronic Symbols]

*'''Communication Protocols'''

**[[USB|USB (empty)]]
**[[I2C|I2C (empty)]]
**[[SPI|SPI (empty)]]
**[[RS232|RS232 Protocol Test Methods and Description]]
**[[RS422|RS422 (empty)]]
**[[RS485|RS485 (empty)]]
**[[CAN|CAN (empty)]]
**[[LIN|LIN (empty)]]
**[[FlexRay|FlexRay (empty)]]
**[[JTAG|JTAG (empty)]]
**[[MIL1553|MIL1553 (empty)]]
**[[PCIe|PCIe (empty)]]
**[[SAS/SATA|SAS/SATA (empty)]]
**[[MIPI|MIPI (empty)]]
**[[HDMI|HDMI (empty)]]

==Reference Charts==
*[http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Flat_Display_Mounting_Interface Monitor Mounting Hole Dimensions]
*[[Types of Tape|Types of Tape]]
*[[Types of Adhesive|Types of Adhesive]]
*[[Drill/Taps Sizes|Drill/Taps Sizes]]
*[[Cunning Turtle SKUs|Cunning Turtle SKUs]]
*[[Shipping|Shipping]]
*[[Weight Estimations|How to estimate product weights accurately]]

==Misc stuff==
*[http://kalaalog.com/2007/10/11/dragon-sketch-to-vector-art/ How to use inkscape to vectorize a sketch]
*[http://nicubunu.blogspot.com/2008/04/f10-gears-drawing-gears.html Drawing Gears in inkscape]
*[http://www.focuser.com/atm/anodize/anodize.html How to Anodize Aluminum at Home]
*[http://makeprojects.com/Project/Stain-PVC-Any-Color-You-Like/296/1 How to Stain PVC using tetrahydrofuran]
*[http://home.comcast.net/~sskroch/Injection_molding/injection_molding.html Injection Molding at Home]
*[http://www.protoparadigm.com/2011/12/abs-glue-weld-cast-texture-and-more/ Casting/gluing/Welding ABS with acetone]
*[http://www.diyroadcasesstore.com/categories/Corners/ Road Case Parts Supplier]
*[http://www.monoprice.com/ Cables, Audio, Keystone Plates/Fittings, etc]

==Cunning Calcultors==

*[[CalcHowTo|Designing a Javascript Calculator]]
*[[CalcLEDResistor|Calculate LED Resistor]]

==Misc Suppliers==
*[http://www.orangealuminum.com Aluminum Extrusion Supplier]
*[http://www.hardwareelf.com/elf/handles.jsp Handles for Brief Cases, Trunks]

Internal

2012-11-23T16:43:45Z

Dye:

==Programmers Bay==
*'''Microcontrollers'''
**[[Arduino cheat sheet|Arduino cheat sheet]]
**[[How to burn the Bootloader|How to burn the Bootloader]]
**[http://hlt.media.mit.edu/wiki/pmwiki.php?n=Main.ArduinoATtiny4585 Using Attiny with Arduino]
*'''Xbee'''
*'''Autoit'''
**[[Webcam|Autoit webcam]]
*'''Sketchup'''
**[[Creating Gears in Sketchup|Creating Gears in Sketchup]]
**[[Creating Sketchup Videos|Creating Sketchup Videos]]
**[[Converting sketchup to STL and DXF|Converting sketchup to STL and DXF]]

*'''Misc'''

==Mechanical Lab==
*'''Workshop'''
**[[Vacuum Former|Vacuum Former]]
**[[Belt Sander|Belt Sander]]
**[[Drill Press|Drill Press]]
**[[Band Saw|Band Saw]]
**[[Hot Wire Cutter|Hot Wire Cutter]]
**[http://runawaybrainz.blogspot.com/2011/11/diy-how-to-bend-aluminium-easy-way-with.html DIY Leaf Brake to bend Aluminum (wood)]
**[http://www.eaa.org/experimenter/articles/2009-05_howto_brakes.asp DIY Leaf Brake to bend Aluminum (small)]
**[http://www.instructables.com/id/Homemade-Mini-Press-Brake/ DIY Leaf Brake to bend Aluminum (larger)]
*'''CNC Milling'''
**[[Fireball V90|Fireball V90]]
*'''3D Printing'''

==Electronics==
*'''Soldering'''
**[[Soldering 101|Soldering 101]]
**[[How to reflow|How to reflow]]
**[[Soldering tools|Soldering tools]]
***[http://www.sentryair.com/ Air filtration Systems]
***[http://www.qrpbuilder.com/downloads/pcb_holder_you_can_build.pdf Simple Rubber Band Powered PCB Holder]
*'''Circuits'''
**'''DC Motors'''
***[[How to wire a DPDT Switch to a Motor|How to wire a DPDT Switch to a Motor]]
**'''Current Sources'''
***[[BJT LED Current Source|Simple LED Current Source]]
***[[Op Amp LED Current Source|Advanced LED Current Source with PWM control and Enable]]
**'''Power Protection Strategies'''
***[http://digital-diy.com/general-electronics/422-power-protection-circuits-a-closer-look-at-the-series-diode.html Simple Diode] By far the lowest cost solution, but has a large voltage drop
***[http://digital-diy.com/general-electronics/423-power-protection-circuits-a-closer-look-at-the-crowbar-circuit.html Crowbar Fuse and Diode] A low voltage drop solution, but requires fuse replacement after every failure
***[http://digital-diy.com/general-electronics/424-power-protection-circuits-a-closer-look-at-the-p-channel-mosfet-circuit.html P FET] Slightly more expensive than a diode but linear voltage drop
***[http://www.digikey.com/Web%20Export/Supplier%20Content/Tyco_8004/PDF/TycoRaychem_PolyZen.pdf?redirected=1 Poly Zen] Expensive but very effective
**'''Light Circuits'''
**[[Dark Activated Emergency Light Circuit|Dark Activated Emergency Light]]
**[[Simple Relay Circuit|Simple Relay Circuit]]
**[[InfraRed Beam Break Detector|InfraRed Beam Break Detector]]
**[[High Side Current Meter|High Side Current Meter]]
**[[Transconductance Amplifier|Transconductance Amplifier]]
**[[Stepper Motors| Stepper Motors]]
**[[Hobby Servos| Hobby Servos]]
**[[Multiple Buttons using one Analog Read|Multiple Buttons using one Analog Read]]
**[http://www.openmusiclabs.com/learning/digital/input-matrix-scanning/ 12 Input Matrix Scanning Methods]
*'''Components'''
**'''Optical'''
***[[7 segment LED|7 segment LED]]
**'''Misc'''
***[[IR Receiver|IR Receiver]]
***[[Electryte|Electryte]]
***[[555 Timer|555 Timer]]
***[[555 Timer Servo Circuit|555 Timer Servo Circuit]]
***[[A3982 Stepper Motor Driver|A3982 Stepper Motor Driver]]
**'''7400 Series'''
***[http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/List_of_7400_series_integrated_circuits big list of 7400 parts]
***[[74151 Multiplexer|74151 Multiplexer]]
***[[74HC164|74164 8-Bit SIPO Shift Register]]
***[[74HC595|74595 8-Bit SIPO Shift Register (with Latch)]]
***[[TPIC6B595|TPIC6B595 8-Bit SIPO Shift Register (w Latch & 150mA Drains)]]
**'''DC-DC Converters'''
***[[LM317|LM317 Adjustable Voltage Regulator]]
***[[LM7805|LM7805 5V Fixed Linear Regulator 1.5A]]
***[[LM2576 Buck Regulator|LM2576 5V Buck Regulator/BEC]]
***[[MAX682 5V Charge Pump|MAX682 5V Charge Pump]]
***[[MCP1700 3.3V LDO|MCP1700 3.3V LDO]]
**'''Sensors'''
***[[SS541 Hall Effect Sensor|SS541 Hall Effect Sensor]]
***[[BPW34|BPW34 Photodiode]]
***[[Photo Resistor|Photo Resistor Light Detector]]
**'''Op Amps'''
***[[LM324|LM324 Quad Low Power Op Amp]]
***[[LM358|LM358 Dual Low Power Op Amp]]
**'''Transistors'''
***[[Common Transistors|Common Transistors]]
**'''Clock Sources'''
***[[Crystals Resonators Oscillators|Crystals Resonators Oscillators]]
**'''Capacitors'''
***[http://www.x2y.com/techsummary.htm X2Y Capacitors]
***[[Capacitors|Everything you want to know about Capacitors]]
*'''PCB Design Tools'''
**[http://www.linear.com/designtools/software/ LT Spice tool for simulating Circuits]
**[http://saturnpcb.com/pcb_toolkit.htm Saturn PCB design toolkit]
**[http://www.altera.com/technology/signal/power-distribution-network/sgl-pdn.html Altera Tool for designing Power Distribution Networks]
**[[How use the toner transfer method|How use the toner transfer method]]
**[[PCB Test Pattern|PCB Test Pattern]]
**[[Electronic Design Automation Tools|Electronic Design Automation Tools]]
*'''Design Spark'''
**http://www.designspark.com/pcb?
*'''Eagle CAD'''
**[[Advanced Eagle Commands|Advanced Eagle Commands]]
**[[How to manufacture your PCB|How to manufacture your PCB]]
**[[How to duplicate designs in eagle|How to duplicate designs in eagle]]
**[http://hackaday.com/2011/11/16/eagleup-pulls-your-pcbs-into-sketchup/?utm_source=feedburner&utm_medium=feed&utm_campaign=Feed%3A+hackaday%2FLgoM+%28Hack+a+Day%29&utm_content=Google+Feedfetcher How to generate sketchup from eagle using eagleUP]
**[[How to generate bitmaps in eagle|How to generate bitmaps in eagle]]
**[[How to generate g code from eagle|How to generate g code from eagle]]
**[[How to make a symbol in Eagle Library|How to make a symbol in Eagle Library]]

*[[Where to buy hardware|Where to buy hardware]]
*[[Where to buy electronics|Where to buy electronics]]
*[[Useful EE Sites|Useful EE Sites]]

*'''Electrical References'''
**[[Signal Integrity Notes|Notes from Signal and Power Integrity Simplified, Second Edition]]
**[[DC Connectors|Common DC Connectors]]
**[[Wire Gauge|Wire Gauge]]
**[[LEDs|LEDs]]
**[http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Electronic_symbol Electronic Symbols]

*'''Communication Protocols'''

**[[USB|USB (empty)]]
**[[I2C|I2C (empty)]]
**[[SPI|SPI (empty)]]
**[[RS232|RS232 Protocol Test Methods and Description]]
**[[RS422|RS422 (empty)]]
**[[RS485|RS485 (empty)]]
**[[CAN|CAN (empty)]]
**[[LIN|LIN (empty)]]
**[[FlexRay|FlexRay (empty)]]
**[[JTAG|JTAG (empty)]]
**[[MIL1553|MIL1553 (empty)]]
**[[PCIe|PCIe (empty)]]
**[[SAS/SATA|SAS/SATA (empty)]]
**[[MIPI|MIPI (empty)]]
**[[HDMI|HDMI (empty)]]

==Reference Charts==
*[http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Flat_Display_Mounting_Interface Monitor Mounting Hole Dimensions]
*[[Types of Tape|Types of Tape]]
*[[Types of Adhesive|Types of Adhesive]]
*[[Drill/Taps Sizes|Drill/Taps Sizes]]
*[[Cunning Turtle SKUs|Cunning Turtle SKUs]]
*[[Shipping|Shipping]]
*[[Weight Estimations|How to estimate product weights accurately]]

==Misc stuff==
*[http://kalaalog.com/2007/10/11/dragon-sketch-to-vector-art/ How to use inkscape to vectorize a sketch]
*[http://nicubunu.blogspot.com/2008/04/f10-gears-drawing-gears.html Drawing Gears in inkscape]
*[http://www.focuser.com/atm/anodize/anodize.html How to Anodize Aluminum at Home]
*[http://makeprojects.com/Project/Stain-PVC-Any-Color-You-Like/296/1 How to Stain PVC using tetrahydrofuran]
*[http://home.comcast.net/~sskroch/Injection_molding/injection_molding.html Injection Molding at Home]
*[http://www.protoparadigm.com/2011/12/abs-glue-weld-cast-texture-and-more/ Casting/gluing/Welding ABS with acetone]
*[http://www.diyroadcasesstore.com/categories/Corners/ Road Case Parts Supplier]
*[http://www.monoprice.com/ Cables, Audio, Keystone Plates/Fittings, etc]

==Cunning Calcultors==

*[[CalcHowTo|Designing a Javascript Calculator]]
*[[CalcLEDResistor|Calculate LED Resistor]]

==Misc Suppliers==
*[http://www.orangealuminum.com Aluminum Extrusion Supplier]

Main Page

2012-09-06T02:33:12Z

Dye: /* Projects */

Welcome to the Cunning Turtle Wikisite.

This is the place for all of your information regarding Cunning Turtle and all of our projects that need explanation.

[[About us|About us]]
[http://www.cunningturtle.com/forum/ Visit our Forums]

==Contact Info==
[[Contact Information|Contact Information]]

==Products ==

[https://store.cunningturtle.com/ Visit the Store]

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[[Image:RC_Stepper_with_quarter.JPG|225px|center|link=Radio Controlled Stepper|alt=alternate text|Radio Controlled Stepper]],<center>'''[[Radio Controlled Stepper|Radio Controlled Stepper]]'''</center> Turn Steppers to Servos. This device will operate like a expanded 0-360 servo or full continuous rotation. A helpful ini file allows you to configure even non standard steppers.
[[Image:Tiny_Servo_Driver_with_quarter.jpg|225px|link=Tiny Servo Driver|center|alt=alternate text|Tiny Servo Driver]],<center>'''[[Tiny Servo Driver|Tiny Servo Driver]]'''</center> This little slice of heavenly copper allows you to control two servos. Some extra features in the kit allow you to expand this into many creative projects.
</tab>

==Projects ==

[[Projects | Full Project List]]

<tab class=wikitable sep=comma>
[[Image:PhotoboothG2.JPG|225px|center|link=PhotoboothG2|alt=alternate text|PhotoboothG2]],<center>'''[[PhotoboothG2|PhotoboothG2]]'''</center> I started getting a lot of request to rent the Gen 1 booth. I decided to build a better one instead. Here is the build log.
[[Image:Photobooth.JPG|225px|center|link=Photobooth|alt=alternate text|Photobooth]],<center>'''[[Photobooth|Photobooth]]'''</center> I made this photobooth for my wedding. It was a blast to build a huge hit at the wedding.
[[Image:MegaClaw.jpg|225px|link=MegaClaw|center|alt=alternate text|MegaClaw]],<center>'''[[MegaClaw|MegaClaw]]'''</center> This is a project we created for Makerfaire 2009 It's a larger than life arcade claw with an oversized arcade controller.
[[Image:DAVE.jpg|225px|link=DAVE|center|alt=alternate text|DAVE]],<center>'''[[DAVE|DAVE]]'''</center> Dave is an automated sentry we built. It has IR and can detect your most dangerous nemesis
[[Image:Thermoelectric Generator.jpg|225px|link=Thermoelectric Generator|center|alt=alternate text|Thermoelectric Generator]],<center>'''[[Thermoelectric Generator|Thermoelectric Generator]]'''</center> This was an instructable we made to convert thermal to electrical energy. We used it to charge our cell phone and power a small robot.
</tab>

==Friends & sites we like==
*[http://www.adafruit.com AdaFruit] DIY Electronic Kits and Resources
*[http://www.Hackaday.com HackaDay] Mostly Electronics and Software Hacks
*[http://www.Makezine.com Makezine] Makers of all types
*[http://www.lumberjocks.com LumberJocks] Interested in carpentry, this is the site for you.
*[http://www.cnczone.com CNCzone] Huge community of CNC hobbiest and professionals
*[http://www.avrfreaks.com AVRfreaks] Community of AVR micro enthusiasts; attiny, atmega, etc
*[http://www.designspark.com Design Spark] Home of the huge 3D design library and a PCB to SketchUp converter
*[http://www.finewoodworking.com/blog/design-click-build Fine Wood Working] Expert Sketchup designer specializing in wood working

==Features and Awards==

''MegaClaw 1.0''

[http://blog.makezine.com/archive/2010/10/mega-claw-files-on-thingiverse.html Makerfaire 2010 - Editors Choice]

''Autonomous Underwater Vehicle''

[http://www.asee.org/member-resources/groups/divisions/first-year-programs/newsletters/fall-2007.pdf ASEE Student Presentation - 1st Place ]

''JUNKies TV Show''

[http://www.cunningturtle.com/cunning-turtle-inc-featured-on-the-new-diy-show-junkies FireBallers 9/1/2011 10pm Science Channel ]

Main Page

2012-09-06T02:31:55Z

Dye: /* Projects */

Welcome to the Cunning Turtle Wikisite.

This is the place for all of your information regarding Cunning Turtle and all of our projects that need explanation.

[[About us|About us]]
[http://www.cunningturtle.com/forum/ Visit our Forums]

==Contact Info==
[[Contact Information|Contact Information]]

==Products ==

[https://store.cunningturtle.com/ Visit the Store]

<tab class=wikitable sep=comma>
[[Image:RC_Stepper_with_quarter.JPG|225px|center|link=Radio Controlled Stepper|alt=alternate text|Radio Controlled Stepper]],<center>'''[[Radio Controlled Stepper|Radio Controlled Stepper]]'''</center> Turn Steppers to Servos. This device will operate like a expanded 0-360 servo or full continuous rotation. A helpful ini file allows you to configure even non standard steppers.
[[Image:Tiny_Servo_Driver_with_quarter.jpg|225px|link=Tiny Servo Driver|center|alt=alternate text|Tiny Servo Driver]],<center>'''[[Tiny Servo Driver|Tiny Servo Driver]]'''</center> This little slice of heavenly copper allows you to control two servos. Some extra features in the kit allow you to expand this into many creative projects.
</tab>

==Projects ==

[[Projects | Full Project List]]

<tab class=wikitable sep=comma>
[[Image:PhotoboothG2.JPG|225px|center|link=PhotoboothG2|alt=alternate text|PhotoboothG2]],<center>'''[[PhotoboothG2|PhotoboothG2]]'''</center> I started getting a lot of request to rent the Gen one booth, I decided to build a better one instead.
[[Image:Photobooth.JPG|225px|center|link=Photobooth|alt=alternate text|Photobooth]],<center>'''[[Photobooth|Photobooth]]'''</center> I made this photobooth for my wedding. It was a blast to build a huge hit at the wedding.
[[Image:MegaClaw.jpg|225px|link=MegaClaw|center|alt=alternate text|MegaClaw]],<center>'''[[MegaClaw|MegaClaw]]'''</center> This is a project we created for Makerfaire 2009 It's a larger than life arcade claw with an oversized arcade controller.
[[Image:DAVE.jpg|225px|link=DAVE|center|alt=alternate text|DAVE]],<center>'''[[DAVE|DAVE]]'''</center> Dave is an automated sentry we built. It has IR and can detect your most dangerous nemesis
[[Image:Thermoelectric Generator.jpg|225px|link=Thermoelectric Generator|center|alt=alternate text|Thermoelectric Generator]],<center>'''[[Thermoelectric Generator|Thermoelectric Generator]]'''</center> This was an instructable we made to convert thermal to electrical energy. We used it to charge our cell phone and power a small robot.
</tab>

==Friends & sites we like==
*[http://www.adafruit.com AdaFruit] DIY Electronic Kits and Resources
*[http://www.Hackaday.com HackaDay] Mostly Electronics and Software Hacks
*[http://www.Makezine.com Makezine] Makers of all types
*[http://www.lumberjocks.com LumberJocks] Interested in carpentry, this is the site for you.
*[http://www.cnczone.com CNCzone] Huge community of CNC hobbiest and professionals
*[http://www.avrfreaks.com AVRfreaks] Community of AVR micro enthusiasts; attiny, atmega, etc
*[http://www.designspark.com Design Spark] Home of the huge 3D design library and a PCB to SketchUp converter
*[http://www.finewoodworking.com/blog/design-click-build Fine Wood Working] Expert Sketchup designer specializing in wood working

==Features and Awards==

''MegaClaw 1.0''

[http://blog.makezine.com/archive/2010/10/mega-claw-files-on-thingiverse.html Makerfaire 2010 - Editors Choice]

''Autonomous Underwater Vehicle''

[http://www.asee.org/member-resources/groups/divisions/first-year-programs/newsletters/fall-2007.pdf ASEE Student Presentation - 1st Place ]

''JUNKies TV Show''

[http://www.cunningturtle.com/cunning-turtle-inc-featured-on-the-new-diy-show-junkies FireBallers 9/1/2011 10pm Science Channel ]

File:PhotoboothG2.JPG

2012-09-06T02:30:55Z

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PhotoboothG2

2012-09-06T02:29:32Z

Dye:

{{#ev:youtube|8qK0ZJ7O1eY}}

Sometimes you build one thing and it snowballs into a something huge. My DIY wedding photo booth was one of them. It started as an innocent low cost photo booth and thousands of dollars later it became something great. After my wedding a lot of people were interested in my booth. I knew my Gen 1 booth wasn’t light enough or robust enough to loan out so I started to design a better one. This is how Cunning Turtle spent 2012.

== The Build Process ==

<tab class=wikitable sep=comma head=none>
'''1''', [http://www.cunningturtle.com/diy-photobooth-lessons-learned/ Gen 1 Lessons Learned]
'''2''', [http://www.cunningturtle.com/diy-photo-booth-recycling-a-photo-booth/ Recycling the Gen 1 Photo booth]
'''3''', [http://www.cunningturtle.com/diy-photo-booth-booth-styles/ Researching Styles of Photo booths]
'''4''', [http://www.cunningturtle.com/gen-2-photo-booth-concept/ Designing the Gen 2 Concept]
'''5''', [http://www.cunningturtle.com/gen-2-photo-booth-designing-the-optics/ Setting up test shots and optics]
'''6''', [http://www.cunningturtle.com/gen-2-photo-booth-designing-the-stand/ Designing a Stand]
'''7''', [http://www.cunningturtle.com/gen-2-photo-booth-designing-the-camera-box/ Designing a Housing]
'''8''', [http://www.cunningturtle.com/gen-2-photo-booth-finishing-the-booth/ Finishing the Booth]
'''9''', [http://www.cunningturtle.com/gen-2-photo-booth-field-testing/ Testing it at Weddings]
</tab>

PhotoboothG2

2012-09-06T02:24:30Z

Dye:

Sometimes you build one thing and it snowballs into a something huge. My DIY wedding photo booth was one of them. It started as an innocent low cost photo booth and thousands of dollars later it became something great. After my wedding a lot of people were interested in my booth. I knew my Gen 1 booth wasn’t light enough or robust enough to loan out so I started to design a better one. This is how Cunning Turtle spent 2012.

<tab class=wikitable sep=comma head=top>
1, [http://www.cunningturtle.com/diy-photobooth-lessons-learned/ Gen 1 Lessons Learned]
2, [http://www.cunningturtle.com/diy-photo-booth-recycling-a-photo-booth/ Recycling the Gen 1 Photo booth]
3, [http://www.cunningturtle.com/diy-photo-booth-booth-styles/ Researching Styles of Photo booths]
4, [http://www.cunningturtle.com/gen-2-photo-booth-concept/ Designing the Gen 2 Concept]
5, [http://www.cunningturtle.com/gen-2-photo-booth-designing-the-optics/ Setting up test shots and optics]
6, [http://www.cunningturtle.com/gen-2-photo-booth-designing-the-stand/ Designing a Stand]
7, [http://www.cunningturtle.com/gen-2-photo-booth-designing-the-camera-box/ Designing a Housing]
8, [http://www.cunningturtle.com/gen-2-photo-booth-finishing-the-booth/ Finishing the Booth]
9, [http://www.cunningturtle.com/gen-2-photo-booth-field-testing/ Testing it at Weddings]
</tab>

PhotoboothG2

2012-09-06T02:22:26Z

Dye: Created page with "Sometimes you build one thing and it snowballs into a something huge. My DIY wedding photo booth was one of them. It started as an innocent low cost photo booth and thousands of ..."

Sometimes you build one thing and it snowballs into a something huge. My DIY wedding photo booth was one of them. It started as an innocent low cost photo booth and thousands of dollars later it became something great. After my wedding a lot of people were interested in my booth. I knew my Gen 1 booth wasn’t light enough or robust enough to loan out so I started to design a better one. This is how Cunning Turtle spent 2012.

[http://www.cunningturtle.com/diy-photobooth-lessons-learned/ Gen 1 Lessons Learned]

[http://www.cunningturtle.com/diy-photo-booth-recycling-a-photo-booth/ Recycling the Gen 1 Photo booth]

[http://www.cunningturtle.com/diy-photo-booth-booth-styles/ Researching Styles of Photo booths]

[http://www.cunningturtle.com/gen-2-photo-booth-concept/ Designing the Gen 2 Concept]

[http://www.cunningturtle.com/gen-2-photo-booth-designing-the-optics/ Setting up test shots and optics]

[http://www.cunningturtle.com/gen-2-photo-booth-designing-the-stand/ Designing a Stand]

[http://www.cunningturtle.com/gen-2-photo-booth-designing-the-camera-box/ Designing a Housing]

[http://www.cunningturtle.com/gen-2-photo-booth-finishing-the-booth/ Finishing the Booth]

[http://www.cunningturtle.com/gen-2-photo-booth-field-testing/ Testing it at Weddings]

Main Page

2012-09-06T01:58:40Z

Dye: /* Projects */

Welcome to the Cunning Turtle Wikisite.

This is the place for all of your information regarding Cunning Turtle and all of our projects that need explanation.

[[About us|About us]]
[http://www.cunningturtle.com/forum/ Visit our Forums]

==Contact Info==
[[Contact Information|Contact Information]]

==Products ==

[https://store.cunningturtle.com/ Visit the Store]

<tab class=wikitable sep=comma>
[[Image:RC_Stepper_with_quarter.JPG|225px|center|link=Radio Controlled Stepper|alt=alternate text|Radio Controlled Stepper]],<center>'''[[Radio Controlled Stepper|Radio Controlled Stepper]]'''</center> Turn Steppers to Servos. This device will operate like a expanded 0-360 servo or full continuous rotation. A helpful ini file allows you to configure even non standard steppers.
[[Image:Tiny_Servo_Driver_with_quarter.jpg|225px|link=Tiny Servo Driver|center|alt=alternate text|Tiny Servo Driver]],<center>'''[[Tiny Servo Driver|Tiny Servo Driver]]'''</center> This little slice of heavenly copper allows you to control two servos. Some extra features in the kit allow you to expand this into many creative projects.
</tab>

==Projects ==

[[Projects | Full Project List]]

<tab class=wikitable sep=comma>
[[Image:PhotoboothG2.JPG|225px|center|link=PhotoboothG2|alt=alternate text|PhotoboothG2]],<center>'''[[PhotoboothG2|PhotoboothG2]]'''</center> I built this new photobooth just to see how much I could improve the first one.
[[Image:Photobooth.JPG|225px|center|link=Photobooth|alt=alternate text|Photobooth]],<center>'''[[Photobooth|Photobooth]]'''</center> I made this photobooth for my wedding. It was a blast to build a huge hit at the wedding.
[[Image:MegaClaw.jpg|225px|link=MegaClaw|center|alt=alternate text|MegaClaw]],<center>'''[[MegaClaw|MegaClaw]]'''</center> This is a project we created for Makerfaire 2009 It's a larger than life arcade claw with an oversized arcade controller.
[[Image:DAVE.jpg|225px|link=DAVE|center|alt=alternate text|DAVE]],<center>'''[[DAVE|DAVE]]'''</center> Dave is an automated sentry we built. It has IR and can detect your most dangerous nemesis
[[Image:Thermoelectric Generator.jpg|225px|link=Thermoelectric Generator|center|alt=alternate text|Thermoelectric Generator]],<center>'''[[Thermoelectric Generator|Thermoelectric Generator]]'''</center> This was an instructable we made to convert thermal to electrical energy. We used it to charge our cell phone and power a small robot.
</tab>

==Friends & sites we like==
*[http://www.adafruit.com AdaFruit] DIY Electronic Kits and Resources
*[http://www.Hackaday.com HackaDay] Mostly Electronics and Software Hacks
*[http://www.Makezine.com Makezine] Makers of all types
*[http://www.lumberjocks.com LumberJocks] Interested in carpentry, this is the site for you.
*[http://www.cnczone.com CNCzone] Huge community of CNC hobbiest and professionals
*[http://www.avrfreaks.com AVRfreaks] Community of AVR micro enthusiasts; attiny, atmega, etc
*[http://www.designspark.com Design Spark] Home of the huge 3D design library and a PCB to SketchUp converter
*[http://www.finewoodworking.com/blog/design-click-build Fine Wood Working] Expert Sketchup designer specializing in wood working

==Features and Awards==

''MegaClaw 1.0''

[http://blog.makezine.com/archive/2010/10/mega-claw-files-on-thingiverse.html Makerfaire 2010 - Editors Choice]

''Autonomous Underwater Vehicle''

[http://www.asee.org/member-resources/groups/divisions/first-year-programs/newsletters/fall-2007.pdf ASEE Student Presentation - 1st Place ]

''JUNKies TV Show''

[http://www.cunningturtle.com/cunning-turtle-inc-featured-on-the-new-diy-show-junkies FireBallers 9/1/2011 10pm Science Channel ]

MegaPixelBooth

2012-08-21T02:52:38Z

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[[File:MegaPixelBooth_with_quarter.JPG|400px|none]]

'''Main details about RC Stepper'''
*[http://megapixelbooth.com/ Main page]
*[[MegaPixelBooth_Compatibility|Camera Compatibility List]] (soon...)

'''Assembly instructions'''
*[[MegaPixelBooth_Tool_Checklist|The tools you are going to need]] (soon...)
*[[MegaPixelBooth_Bill_of_Materials|The Bill of Materials]] (soon...)
*[[MegaPixelBooth Assembly Instructions | The step by step assembly instructions]] (soon...)

'''Usage instructions'''
*(soon....)

'''Modification instructions'''
*(soon....)

'''Source Files'''
*The circuit board design was done with Cadsoft Eagle: (soon....)
*The schematic is also available: (soon....)
*Source Code: (soon...)

'''Support'''
*[http://megapixelbooth.com/forums/ MegaPixelBooth Support Forum]

MegaPixelBooth

2012-08-21T02:51:10Z

Dye: Created page with "none '''Main details about RC Stepper''' *[http://megapixelbooth.com/ Main page] '''Assembly instructions''' *[[MegaPixelBooth_T..."

[[File:MegaPixelBooth_with_quarter.JPG|400px|none]]

'''Main details about RC Stepper'''
*[http://megapixelbooth.com/ Main page]

'''Assembly instructions'''
*[[MegaPixelBooth_Tool_Checklist|The tools you are going to need]] (soon...)
*[[MegaPixelBooth_Bill_of_Materials|The Bill of Materials]] (soon...)
*[[MegaPixelBooth Assembly Instructions | The step by step assembly instructions]] (soon...)

'''Usage instructions'''
*(soon....)

'''Modification instructions'''
*(soon....)

'''Source Files'''
*The circuit board design was done with Cadsoft Eagle: (soon....)
*The schematic is also available: (soon....)
*Source Code: (soon...)

'''Support'''
*[http://megapixelbooth.com/forums/ MegaPixelBooth Support Forum]

Capacitors

2012-06-13T18:42:36Z

Dye: Created page with " Glass Mica C0G X5R X7R Tantalum Electrolytic Aluminum Electrolytic X2Y Capacitor - Imagine a multi layer capacitor but within each layer you had an additional Shield laye..."

Glass

Mica

C0G

X5R

X7R

Tantalum Electrolytic

Aluminum Electrolytic

X2Y Capacitor - Imagine a multi layer capacitor but within each layer you had an additional Shield layer. These shield layers are all connected to the left and right of the SMT package. These types of specialty caps offer two features. Better EMI filtering and better Bypass/decoupling due to the ultra low inductance of these capacitors.

www.x2y.com

Internal

2012-06-13T18:35:50Z

Dye: /* Electronics */

==Programmers Bay==
*'''Microcontrollers'''
**[[Arduino cheat sheet|Arduino cheat sheet]]
**[[How to burn the Bootloader|How to burn the Bootloader]]
**[http://hlt.media.mit.edu/wiki/pmwiki.php?n=Main.ArduinoATtiny4585 Using Attiny with Arduino]
*'''Xbee'''
*'''Autoit'''
**[[Webcam|Autoit webcam]]
*'''Sketchup'''
**[[Creating Gears in Sketchup|Creating Gears in Sketchup]]
**[[Creating Sketchup Videos|Creating Sketchup Videos]]
**[[Converting sketchup to STL and DXF|Converting sketchup to STL and DXF]]

*'''Misc'''

==Mechanical Lab==
*'''Workshop'''
**[[Vacuum Former|Vacuum Former]]
**[[Belt Sander|Belt Sander]]
**[[Drill Press|Drill Press]]
**[[Band Saw|Band Saw]]
**[[Hot Wire Cutter|Hot Wire Cutter]]
**[http://runawaybrainz.blogspot.com/2011/11/diy-how-to-bend-aluminium-easy-way-with.html DIY Leaf Brake to bend Aluminum (wood)]
**[http://www.eaa.org/experimenter/articles/2009-05_howto_brakes.asp DIY Leaf Brake to bend Aluminum (small)]
**[http://www.instructables.com/id/Homemade-Mini-Press-Brake/ DIY Leaf Brake to bend Aluminum (larger)]
*'''CNC Milling'''
**[[Fireball V90|Fireball V90]]
*'''3D Printing'''

==Electronics==
*'''Soldering'''
**[[Soldering 101|Soldering 101]]
**[[How to reflow|How to reflow]]
**[[Soldering tools|Soldering tools]]
***[http://www.sentryair.com/ Air filtration Systems]
***[http://www.qrpbuilder.com/downloads/pcb_holder_you_can_build.pdf Simple Rubber Band Powered PCB Holder]
*'''Circuits'''
**'''DC Motors'''
***[[How to wire a DPDT Switch to a Motor|How to wire a DPDT Switch to a Motor]]
**'''Current Sources'''
***[[BJT LED Current Source|Simple LED Current Source]]
***[[Op Amp LED Current Source|Advanced LED Current Source with PWM control and Enable]]
**'''Power Protection Strategies'''
***[http://digital-diy.com/general-electronics/422-power-protection-circuits-a-closer-look-at-the-series-diode.html Simple Diode] By far the lowest cost solution, but has a large voltage drop
***[http://digital-diy.com/general-electronics/423-power-protection-circuits-a-closer-look-at-the-crowbar-circuit.html Crowbar Fuse and Diode] A low voltage drop solution, but requires fuse replacement after every failure
***[http://digital-diy.com/general-electronics/424-power-protection-circuits-a-closer-look-at-the-p-channel-mosfet-circuit.html P FET] Slightly more expensive than a diode but linear voltage drop
***[http://www.digikey.com/Web%20Export/Supplier%20Content/Tyco_8004/PDF/TycoRaychem_PolyZen.pdf?redirected=1 Poly Zen] Expensive but very effective
**'''Light Circuits'''
**[[Dark Activated Emergency Light Circuit|Dark Activated Emergency Light]]
**[[Simple Relay Circuit|Simple Relay Circuit]]
**[[InfraRed Beam Break Detector|InfraRed Beam Break Detector]]
**[[High Side Current Meter|High Side Current Meter]]
**[[Transconductance Amplifier|Transconductance Amplifier]]
**[[Stepper Motors| Stepper Motors]]
**[[Hobby Servos| Hobby Servos]]
**[[Multiple Buttons using one Analog Read|Multiple Buttons using one Analog Read]]
**[http://www.openmusiclabs.com/learning/digital/input-matrix-scanning/ 12 Input Matrix Scanning Methods]
*'''Components'''
**'''Optical'''
***[[7 segment LED|7 segment LED]]
**'''Misc'''
***[[IR Receiver|IR Receiver]]
***[[Electryte|Electryte]]
***[[555 Timer|555 Timer]]
***[[555 Timer Servo Circuit|555 Timer Servo Circuit]]
***[[A3982 Stepper Motor Driver|A3982 Stepper Motor Driver]]
**'''7400 Series'''
***[http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/List_of_7400_series_integrated_circuits big list of 7400 parts]
***[[74151 Multiplexer|74151 Multiplexer]]
***[[74HC164|74164 8-Bit SIPO Shift Register]]
***[[74HC595|74595 8-Bit SIPO Shift Register (with Latch)]]
***[[TPIC6B595|TPIC6B595 8-Bit SIPO Shift Register (w Latch & 150mA Drains)]]
**'''DC-DC Converters'''
***[[LM317|LM317 Adjustable Voltage Regulator]]
***[[LM7805|LM7805 5V Fixed Linear Regulator 1.5A]]
***[[LM2576 Buck Regulator|LM2576 5V Buck Regulator/BEC]]
***[[MAX682 5V Charge Pump|MAX682 5V Charge Pump]]
***[[MCP1700 3.3V LDO|MCP1700 3.3V LDO]]
**'''Sensors'''
***[[SS541 Hall Effect Sensor|SS541 Hall Effect Sensor]]
***[[BPW34|BPW34 Photodiode]]
***[[Photo Resistor|Photo Resistor Light Detector]]
**'''Op Amps'''
***[[LM324|LM324 Quad Low Power Op Amp]]
***[[LM358|LM358 Dual Low Power Op Amp]]
**'''Transistors'''
***[[Common Transistors|Common Transistors]]
**'''Clock Sources'''
***[[Crystals Resonators Oscillators|Crystals Resonators Oscillators]]
**'''Capacitors'''
***[http://www.x2y.com/techsummary.htm X2Y Capacitors]
***[[Capacitors|Everything you want to know about Capacitors]]
*'''PCB Design Tools'''
**[http://www.linear.com/designtools/software/ LT Spice tool for simulating Circuits]
**[http://saturnpcb.com/pcb_toolkit.htm Saturn PCB design toolkit]
**[http://www.altera.com/technology/signal/power-distribution-network/sgl-pdn.html Altera Tool for designing Power Distribution Networks]
**[[How use the toner transfer method|How use the toner transfer method]]
**[[PCB Test Pattern|PCB Test Pattern]]
**[[Electronic Design Automation Tools|Electronic Design Automation Tools]]
*'''Design Spark'''
**http://www.designspark.com/pcb?
*'''Eagle CAD'''
**[[Advanced Eagle Commands|Advanced Eagle Commands]]
**[[How to manufacture your PCB|How to manufacture your PCB]]
**[[How to duplicate designs in eagle|How to duplicate designs in eagle]]
**[http://hackaday.com/2011/11/16/eagleup-pulls-your-pcbs-into-sketchup/?utm_source=feedburner&utm_medium=feed&utm_campaign=Feed%3A+hackaday%2FLgoM+%28Hack+a+Day%29&utm_content=Google+Feedfetcher How to generate sketchup from eagle using eagleUP]
**[[How to generate bitmaps in eagle|How to generate bitmaps in eagle]]
**[[How to generate g code from eagle|How to generate g code from eagle]]
**[[How to make a symbol in Eagle Library|How to make a symbol in Eagle Library]]

*[[Where to buy hardware|Where to buy hardware]]
*[[Where to buy electronics|Where to buy electronics]]
*[[Useful EE Sites|Useful EE Sites]]

*'''Electrical References'''
**[[Signal Integrity Notes|Notes from Signal and Power Integrity Simplified, Second Edition]]
**[[DC Connectors|Common DC Connectors]]
**[[Wire Gauge|Wire Gauge]]
**[[LEDs|LEDs]]
**[http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Electronic_symbol Electronic Symbols]

*'''Communication Protocols'''

**[[USB|USB (empty)]]
**[[I2C|I2C (empty)]]
**[[SPI|SPI (empty)]]
**[[RS232|RS232 Protocol Test Methods and Description]]
**[[RS422|RS422 (empty)]]
**[[RS485|RS485 (empty)]]
**[[CAN|CAN (empty)]]
**[[LIN|LIN (empty)]]
**[[FlexRay|FlexRay (empty)]]
**[[JTAG|JTAG (empty)]]
**[[MIL1553|MIL1553 (empty)]]
**[[PCIe|PCIe (empty)]]
**[[SAS/SATA|SAS/SATA (empty)]]
**[[MIPI|MIPI (empty)]]
**[[HDMI|HDMI (empty)]]

==Reference Charts==
*[http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Flat_Display_Mounting_Interface Monitor Mounting Hole Dimensions]
*[[Types of Tape|Types of Tape]]
*[[Types of Adhesive|Types of Adhesive]]
*[[Drill/Taps Sizes|Drill/Taps Sizes]]
*[[Cunning Turtle SKUs|Cunning Turtle SKUs]]
*[[Shipping|Shipping]]
*[[Weight Estimations|How to estimate product weights accurately]]

==Misc stuff==
*[http://kalaalog.com/2007/10/11/dragon-sketch-to-vector-art/ How to use inkscape to vectorize a sketch]
*[http://nicubunu.blogspot.com/2008/04/f10-gears-drawing-gears.html Drawing Gears in inkscape]
*[http://www.focuser.com/atm/anodize/anodize.html How to Anodize Aluminum at Home]
*[http://makeprojects.com/Project/Stain-PVC-Any-Color-You-Like/296/1 How to Stain PVC using tetrahydrofuran]
*[http://home.comcast.net/~sskroch/Injection_molding/injection_molding.html Injection Molding at Home]
*[http://www.protoparadigm.com/2011/12/abs-glue-weld-cast-texture-and-more/ Casting/gluing/Welding ABS with acetone]
*[http://www.diyroadcasesstore.com/categories/Corners/ Road Case Parts Supplier]
*[http://www.monoprice.com/ Cables, Audio, Keystone Plates/Fittings, etc]

==Cunning Calcultors==

*[[CalcHowTo|Designing a Javascript Calculator]]
*[[CalcLEDResistor|Calculate LED Resistor]]

Photo booth

2012-05-29T19:19:18Z

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*[[CombiCam | CombiCam]]
*[[Shutter Release Cables | Shutter Release Cables]]
*[[Big List of Cameras and Interfaces | Big List of Cameras and Interfaces]]
*[[Road Case Suppliers | Road Case Suppliers]]
*[[Batteries | Batteries]]
*[[PB_Assembly | Assembly]]
*[[PBMarketing | Marketing]]
*[[PBMinutes | Minutes and Action Items]]
*[[PBLessons | Lessons Learned]]
*[[Kick Starter | Kick Starter]]
*[http://www.soundvision.com/info/weddings/statistics.asp Statistics]
*[http://www.slrlounge.com/business-the-wedding-photography-market-sizeestimating-the-number-of-wedding-photographers-in-the-united-states statistics]

PBMinutes

2012-05-18T13:55:27Z

Dye:

[done]'''Camera Z Mount knobs hit each other''' (30min DYE)

*Turn the second hole into a slot so it looks intentionally adjustable
*Re-drill holes wider? (makes it look unintentional)

[done]'''Camera Z Mount is too long''' (1hour DYE)

*De-rivet right angle
*Cut aluminum section
*re drill, re-rivet piece in

'''Mount in Camera support rails''' (30min FRI)

*drill slide rail holes
*Rivet into box

'''Make Cap touch Sensor''' (1 hour DYE)

*step 1) print out a stencil
*step 2) tape a copper sheet onto the back of the stencil
*step 3) cut out stencil
*step 4) apply PSA to top of the copper tape
*step 5) peel off PSA protector and stick to polyethalyne
*step 6) scratch off paper using knife or water (only enough to solder to)
*step 7) solder a 30awg or smaller wire to that electrode
*step 8) add a female header socket to the end of the 30 gauge wire
*step 9) add more PSA
*step 10) add 1/4" polyethalyne to back of sensor to protect it
*step 11) add a LED, EL, matrix or other type of back light to illuminate this assembly

[done]'''Make new front panel''' (1 hour DYE)
*cut wood to size
*cut plastic to size
*apply adhesive to surface and install window

'''Install Monitor''' (2 hour FRI)
*Cut out hole
*Design and install retention system
*must be removable

'''Need LED Ring''' (4 hours FRI)

*make template
*stack 3 1/8" sheets together
*cut out template
*drill 40 holes
*Wire in 40 LEDs common cathode.
*Wire 5 drive circuits

'''Need to design door ''' (2 hours DYE)

*Need to cut door out
*install piano hinge
*install rigid extrusions
*install backing
*install combi-lock

[done]'''Need Foot Stands''' (30 mins DYE)

*Lathe
*4 Delrin holes

[done]'''Need a curtain and backdrop''' (FRI)

[done]'''Order battery''' (FRI)

Need to add Threaded Rivets for Future Expansion

Need to add top optical exit window for vertical flash system

Need a mechanism to lock booth down

Need lift handles

[done]Need to buy backdrop

[done]Need wheels

[done]Need pull handle

[done]Need to buy and laminate wood

100% reliability
We cannot tolerate technologies that do work 100% of the time so we will not support OS based technologies or wifi networked based solutions where a tether to the web is required.

http://itunes.apple.com/us/app/dslr-camera-remote-professional/id316771002?mt=8#

PBMarketing

2012-05-18T00:13:48Z

Dye:

'''Designed by engineers'''

We designed this after building my own wedding photobooth.

'''Easiest setup'''

We have the smallest foot print photobooth. Use it with a curtain for a 6x6 space or use it without. We also setup in less than ten seconds! Unheard of!

'''Color matching technology'''

With no flicker tricolor LEDs we can color match any wedding or DJ lighting. Other companies blink red green blue leds to get color mixing. We don't! Why do we design our electronics that way? Because humans have extremely sensitive peripheral vision. Out of the corner of our eye anything blinking will be noticed.

'''Reception vs Cocktail hour'''

Where do you put the booth? Can the venue accommodate it? These are all questions your client and vender has to make tough decisions on. What if I told you you can put the booth anywhere? Indoor, outdoor and move it with one hand?

'''No messy wires'''

Our photobooth is 100% battery powered. You can expect the booth and screen to last 10 hours on a single charge.

'''Highest Quality Photos'''

As a Professonal photographer or an amateur your equipment is always going to be the best for your budget. You may have remote flashes, reflectors, built in meters and we love it! We designed the photobooth to accommodate all the tools you use to deliver the highest quality shots for those moments that matter.

'''The Erector set of Photobooths'''

The Cunning Turtle Photobooth was built by engineers that love to tinker. We loved designing it and added plenty of access points so you can add your own touch. With multiple 1/4"-20 standard threaded inserts and 1.5" 80/20 standard extrusions you have all the access points you need to make this booth your own.

'''Backdrops'''

With the portable backdrop you pretty much have your own studio in your trunk. You don't have to use your back drop, but when you do you have hundreds of curtain options available. We even sell a make your own curtain kit. To busy? We also sell our line of backdrops.

'''Open Air Design for the Win'''

Old fashioned photobooths were designed so couples can sit down or a few people can take photos. The focal lengths were short and the backdrops dull. Open air design allows more dynamic style. With room to move you can have more interesting photos more people and more interesting backdrops.

'''Getting the Most For Your Money'''

CT Photo booths aren't about just giving you the best price. There is no reason to pay any amount for a product that isn't designed to perform and meet your requirements. CT products are designed by engineers with military background in quality and durability. All product undergo extensive testing to make sure they perform to product specs. All vender materials and components are sampled to ensure they meet our quality standards. We test and make sure every booth is ready for you and your specific camera. Our business goal is to make yours succeed with our solutions.

'''Made in the USA'''

Cunning turtle does not outsource it's designs. We design and manufacture our products in NY to tightly control our processes and ensure the highest level of quality. We are a company of experienced software engineers, electrical engineers and mechanical engineers.

'''Impeccable support and Marketing tools'''

All of our customers get a library of resources to give you a marketing strategy to sell your company and outbid your competitors. Marketing videos to sell your new product, fight sheets to win bids, layout strategy for various venues, camera/lighting strategies. We experimented with all this so you don't have too.

'''Scuff Resistance Wheels'''

Scratches! Scuffs Not acceptable! That's why we added scuff resistance wheels.

'''Security'''

We added a lock, not only that a combination lock.

'''Large open access'''

You have plenty of room to adjust and fix your camera

'''Adjustable height'''

Built in adjustment knobs allow you any style of photos you want? Sit down, stand up, etc

'''Pull Handle'''

Exterior aluminum telescopic handle system with push button locking for easy, one handed use.

'''HDMI or Composite'''

You got it? we can output it

'''High quality video screen'''
Wide angle viewing for all your clients to view, large 7" screen. Adjustable color settings.

'''Mechanical Buttons? What are we cavemen?'''

Mechanical buttons fail because their plating eventually fails. Any mechanically stressed material over time will fail. But fortunately we live in the future and we have capacitive touch. Capacitive touch is a solid state technology. IT has no moving parts so it does not wear. It actually measures the presence of your human body. With projected capacitive touch technology you never have to worry about replacing anything on this.

'''Monolithic Design'''

The entire photobooth is a single unit. There are no tubes or attachments you need to assemble. No parts to lose or forget at the venue. When you are done you just roll it away.

'''Strong 80/20 aluminum design'''

Designed to be portable like a suitcase, but industrial in strength. The aluminum is finished with a scratch resistant texture.

'''Impact resistance Exterior'''

The photo booth panels are covered with ABS, with a scratch resistant textured finish. 8 armor steel corners provide a sophisticated look while adding to it's durability.

'''Convenient grip handles'''

This photo booth has multiple grip handles for you to move and manage it

'''Four 360 Degree Wheels'''
Four 360 degree spinner wheels allow for fluid movement making this photo booth glide effortlessly.

'''Material'''
Steel, Aluminum, etc etc

'''Size'''
27 in x 10 in x 8 inch
? cm x ? cm x ? cm

'''Weight'''
20.0 lbs / 3.30 kgs

'''No Operating System'''
Will never blue screen!

PBLessons

2012-05-17T04:02:30Z

Dye:

People love hats

People always bend down

People like having time to change poses in between shots

People like to do group shots

People will use their point and shoot to duplicate shot

Beads gets tangled like crazy

People will intuitively adjust the booth for kids

Booth may need to be readjusted for adults

Omni wheels are very mobile

Omni wheels are a risk on slopes

Built in wheels are crazy maneuverable

The wide top profile of the booth prevents tripping

Photography backgrounds are trip hazard

We need more box access
The knobs that secure the camera are hard to reach and because of that they take a long time to tighten. Requires patience. The hand holding up the camera fatigues quickly, while the camera is secured in place.

We are the only booth for kids and adults

We need a battery charge plug

We need Wheels that are easy to pull up stairs

Tripods are trip hazard

Prints aren't needed if shots are viewed

Wedding album photo booth

Guest book photo booth

Standup booths never fit kids

Intuitive non denomination button.

Eye catching design

low noise

Djs are too loud

Booth is too loud

Wide angle display

Color matching display

Adjustable all the things

Polyethylene diffuser

Photobooth was almost toppled over during the wedding when a drunk adult poked the start button with a lot of force.

Posing in front of the photobooth, you can't tell that the camera inside is angled upward.

When taking their first photo of the night, most people assumed the camera is pointing straight forward.

Autofocus on the Nikon D50 was unable to focus on a guy standing backwards, wearing an all black suit.

The Nikon D50 will abort taking a picture if it cannot focus.

It will be beneficial to add a mechanism so that booths can climb stairs easier, like a PE slider

Fits in places where other booths cannot

average cost of a booth
http://www.bmigaming.com/games-catalog-appleindustries.htm

ipad as a screen
http://itunes.apple.com/us/app/air-display/id368158927?mt=8

no ipod = no wifi issues

PBLessons

2012-05-16T22:38:49Z

Dye:

PBLessons

2012-05-16T21:53:41Z

Dye:

Photo booth

2012-05-15T03:58:49Z

Dye:

Photo booth

2012-05-15T03:58:32Z

Dye:

Internal

2012-05-11T17:24:22Z

Dye: /* Electronics */

==Programmers Bay==
*'''Microcontrollers'''
**[[Arduino cheat sheet|Arduino cheat sheet]]
**[[How to burn the Bootloader|How to burn the Bootloader]]
**[http://hlt.media.mit.edu/wiki/pmwiki.php?n=Main.ArduinoATtiny4585 Using Attiny with Arduino]
*'''Xbee'''
*'''Autoit'''
**[[Webcam|Autoit webcam]]
*'''Sketchup'''
**[[Creating Gears in Sketchup|Creating Gears in Sketchup]]
**[[Creating Sketchup Videos|Creating Sketchup Videos]]
**[[Converting sketchup to STL and DXF|Converting sketchup to STL and DXF]]

*'''Misc'''

==Mechanical Lab==
*'''Workshop'''
**[[Vacuum Former|Vacuum Former]]
**[[Belt Sander|Belt Sander]]
**[[Drill Press|Drill Press]]
**[[Band Saw|Band Saw]]
**[[Hot Wire Cutter|Hot Wire Cutter]]
**[http://runawaybrainz.blogspot.com/2011/11/diy-how-to-bend-aluminium-easy-way-with.html DIY Leaf Brake to bend Aluminum (wood)]
**[http://www.eaa.org/experimenter/articles/2009-05_howto_brakes.asp DIY Leaf Brake to bend Aluminum (small)]
**[http://www.instructables.com/id/Homemade-Mini-Press-Brake/ DIY Leaf Brake to bend Aluminum (larger)]
*'''CNC Milling'''
**[[Fireball V90|Fireball V90]]
*'''3D Printing'''

==Electronics==
*'''Soldering'''
**[[Soldering 101|Soldering 101]]
**[[How to reflow|How to reflow]]
**[[Soldering tools|Soldering tools]]
***[http://www.sentryair.com/ Air filtration Systems]
***[http://www.qrpbuilder.com/downloads/pcb_holder_you_can_build.pdf Simple Rubber Band Powered PCB Holder]
*'''Circuits'''
**'''DC Motors'''
***[[How to wire a DPDT Switch to a Motor|How to wire a DPDT Switch to a Motor]]
**'''Current Sources'''
***[[BJT LED Current Source|Simple LED Current Source]]
***[[Op Amp LED Current Source|Advanced LED Current Source with PWM control and Enable]]
**'''Power Protection Strategies'''
***[http://digital-diy.com/general-electronics/422-power-protection-circuits-a-closer-look-at-the-series-diode.html Simple Diode] By far the lowest cost solution, but has a large voltage drop
***[http://digital-diy.com/general-electronics/423-power-protection-circuits-a-closer-look-at-the-crowbar-circuit.html Crowbar Fuse and Diode] A low voltage drop solution, but requires fuse replacement after every failure
***[http://digital-diy.com/general-electronics/424-power-protection-circuits-a-closer-look-at-the-p-channel-mosfet-circuit.html P FET] Slightly more expensive than a diode but linear voltage drop
***[http://www.digikey.com/Web%20Export/Supplier%20Content/Tyco_8004/PDF/TycoRaychem_PolyZen.pdf?redirected=1 Poly Zen] Expensive but very effective
**'''Light Circuits'''
**[[Dark Activated Emergency Light Circuit|Dark Activated Emergency Light]]
**[[Simple Relay Circuit|Simple Relay Circuit]]
**[[InfraRed Beam Break Detector|InfraRed Beam Break Detector]]
**[[High Side Current Meter|High Side Current Meter]]
**[[Transconductance Amplifier|Transconductance Amplifier]]
**[[Stepper Motors| Stepper Motors]]
**[[Hobby Servos| Hobby Servos]]
**[[Multiple Buttons using one Analog Read|Multiple Buttons using one Analog Read]]
**[http://www.openmusiclabs.com/learning/digital/input-matrix-scanning/ 12 Input Matrix Scanning Methods]
*'''Components'''
**'''Optical'''
***[[7 segment LED|7 segment LED]]
**'''Misc'''
***[[IR Receiver|IR Receiver]]
***[[Electryte|Electryte]]
***[[555 Timer|555 Timer]]
***[[555 Timer Servo Circuit|555 Timer Servo Circuit]]
***[[A3982 Stepper Motor Driver|A3982 Stepper Motor Driver]]
**'''7400 Series'''
***[http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/List_of_7400_series_integrated_circuits big list of 7400 parts]
***[[74151 Multiplexer|74151 Multiplexer]]
***[[74HC164|74164 8-Bit SIPO Shift Register]]
***[[74HC595|74595 8-Bit SIPO Shift Register (with Latch)]]
***[[TPIC6B595|TPIC6B595 8-Bit SIPO Shift Register (w Latch & 150mA Drains)]]
**'''DC-DC Converters'''
***[[LM317|LM317 Adjustable Voltage Regulator]]
***[[LM7805|LM7805 5V Fixed Linear Regulator 1.5A]]
***[[LM2576 Buck Regulator|LM2576 5V Buck Regulator/BEC]]
***[[MAX682 5V Charge Pump|MAX682 5V Charge Pump]]
***[[MCP1700 3.3V LDO|MCP1700 3.3V LDO]]
**'''Sensors'''
***[[SS541 Hall Effect Sensor|SS541 Hall Effect Sensor]]
***[[BPW34|BPW34 Photodiode]]
***[[Photo Resistor|Photo Resistor Light Detector]]
**'''Op Amps'''
***[[LM324|LM324 Quad Low Power Op Amp]]
***[[LM358|LM358 Dual Low Power Op Amp]]
**'''Transistors'''
***[[Common Transistors|Common Transistors]]
**'''Clock Sources'''
***[[Crystals Resonators Oscillators|Crystals Resonators Oscillators]]
**'''Capacitors'''
***[http://www.x2y.com/techsummary.htm X2Y Capacitors]
*'''PCB Design Tools'''
**[http://www.linear.com/designtools/software/ LT Spice tool for simulating Circuits]
**[http://saturnpcb.com/pcb_toolkit.htm Saturn PCB design toolkit]
**[http://www.altera.com/technology/signal/power-distribution-network/sgl-pdn.html Altera Tool for designing Power Distribution Networks]
**[[How use the toner transfer method|How use the toner transfer method]]
**[[PCB Test Pattern|PCB Test Pattern]]
**[[Electronic Design Automation Tools|Electronic Design Automation Tools]]
*'''Design Spark'''
**http://www.designspark.com/pcb?
*'''Eagle CAD'''
**[[Advanced Eagle Commands|Advanced Eagle Commands]]
**[[How to manufacture your PCB|How to manufacture your PCB]]
**[[How to duplicate designs in eagle|How to duplicate designs in eagle]]
**[http://hackaday.com/2011/11/16/eagleup-pulls-your-pcbs-into-sketchup/?utm_source=feedburner&utm_medium=feed&utm_campaign=Feed%3A+hackaday%2FLgoM+%28Hack+a+Day%29&utm_content=Google+Feedfetcher How to generate sketchup from eagle using eagleUP]
**[[How to generate bitmaps in eagle|How to generate bitmaps in eagle]]
**[[How to generate g code from eagle|How to generate g code from eagle]]
**[[How to make a symbol in Eagle Library|How to make a symbol in Eagle Library]]

*[[Where to buy hardware|Where to buy hardware]]
*[[Where to buy electronics|Where to buy electronics]]
*[[Useful EE Sites|Useful EE Sites]]

*'''Electrical References'''
**[[Signal Integrity Notes|Notes from Signal and Power Integrity Simplified, Second Edition]]
**[[DC Connectors|Common DC Connectors]]
**[[Wire Gauge|Wire Gauge]]
**[[LEDs|LEDs]]
**[http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Electronic_symbol Electronic Symbols]

*'''Communication Protocols'''

**[[USB|USB (empty)]]
**[[I2C|I2C (empty)]]
**[[SPI|SPI (empty)]]
**[[RS232|RS232 Protocol Test Methods and Description]]
**[[RS422|RS422 (empty)]]
**[[RS485|RS485 (empty)]]
**[[CAN|CAN (empty)]]
**[[LIN|LIN (empty)]]
**[[FlexRay|FlexRay (empty)]]
**[[JTAG|JTAG (empty)]]
**[[MIL1553|MIL1553 (empty)]]
**[[PCIe|PCIe (empty)]]
**[[SAS/SATA|SAS/SATA (empty)]]
**[[MIPI|MIPI (empty)]]
**[[HDMI|HDMI (empty)]]

==Reference Charts==
*[http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Flat_Display_Mounting_Interface Monitor Mounting Hole Dimensions]
*[[Types of Tape|Types of Tape]]
*[[Types of Adhesive|Types of Adhesive]]
*[[Drill/Taps Sizes|Drill/Taps Sizes]]
*[[Cunning Turtle SKUs|Cunning Turtle SKUs]]
*[[Shipping|Shipping]]
*[[Weight Estimations|How to estimate product weights accurately]]

==Misc stuff==
*[http://kalaalog.com/2007/10/11/dragon-sketch-to-vector-art/ How to use inkscape to vectorize a sketch]
*[http://nicubunu.blogspot.com/2008/04/f10-gears-drawing-gears.html Drawing Gears in inkscape]
*[http://www.focuser.com/atm/anodize/anodize.html How to Anodize Aluminum at Home]
*[http://makeprojects.com/Project/Stain-PVC-Any-Color-You-Like/296/1 How to Stain PVC using tetrahydrofuran]
*[http://home.comcast.net/~sskroch/Injection_molding/injection_molding.html Injection Molding at Home]
*[http://www.protoparadigm.com/2011/12/abs-glue-weld-cast-texture-and-more/ Casting/gluing/Welding ABS with acetone]
*[http://www.diyroadcasesstore.com/categories/Corners/ Road Case Parts Supplier]
*[http://www.monoprice.com/ Cables, Audio, Keystone Plates/Fittings, etc]

==Cunning Calcultors==

*[[CalcHowTo|Designing a Javascript Calculator]]
*[[CalcLEDResistor|Calculate LED Resistor]]

Kick Starter

2012-05-11T00:40:20Z

Dye:

== kick starter school ==

http://www.kickstarter.com/help/school/defining_your_project

== Defining the Project ==

*Projects must be finite
*Building the Photobooth

== Creating Rewards ==

*Copies of the thing: the album, the DVD, a print from the show. These items should be priced what they would cost in a retail environment.
*Creative collaborations: a backer appears as a hero in the comic, everyone gets painted into the mural, two backers do the handclaps for track 3.
*Creative experiences: a visit to the set, a phone call from the author, dinner with the cast, a concert in your backyard.
*Creative mementos: Polaroids sent from location, thanks in the credits, meaningful tokens that tell a story.

The importance of creative, tangible, and fairly priced rewards cannot be overstated. Projects whose rewards are overpriced or uninspired struggle to find support.

To date the most popular pledge amount is $25 and the average pledge is around $70. Small amounts are where it’s at: projects without a reward less than $20 succeed 35% of the time, while projects with a reward less than $20 succeed 54% of the time.

== Setting Your Goal ==

*'''Researching your budget'''

How much money do you need? Are you raising the full budget or a portion of it? Have you factored in the cost of producing rewards and delivering them to backers? Avoid later headaches by doing your research, and be as transparent as you can. Backers will appreciate it.

*'''Considering your networks'''

Kickstarter is not a magical source of money. Funding comes from a variety of sources — your audience, your friends and family, your broader social networks, and, if your project does well, strangers from around the web. It’s up to you to build that momentum for your project.

*'''Choosing your goal'''

Once you’ve researched your budget and considered your reach, you’re ready to set your funding goal. Because funding is all-or-nothing, you can always raise more than your goal but never less. Figure out how much money you need to complete the project as promised (while considering how much funding you think you can generate), and select an amount close to that.

*'''Setting your project deadline'''

Projects can last anywhere from one to 60 days, however a longer project duration is not necessarily better. Statistically, projects lasting 30 days or less have our highest success rates. A Kickstarter project takes a lot of work to run, and shorter projects set a tone of confidence and help motivate your backers to join the party. Longer durations incite less urgency, encourage procrastination, and tend to fizzle out.

== Making Your Video ==

If you’re like us, the first thing you do when visiting a project page is click play. A video is by far the best way to get a feel for the emotions, motivations, and character of a project. It’s a demonstration of effort and a good predictor of success. Projects with videos succeed at a much higher rate than those without (50% vs. 30%).

== Building Your Project ==

As you build your project, take your time! The average successfully funded creator spends nearly two weeks tweaking their project before launching. A thoughtful and methodical approach can pay off.
Titling your project

Your Kickstarter project title should be simple, specific, and memorable, and it should include the title of the creative project you're raising funds for. Imagine your title as a distinct identity that will set it apart ("Make my new album” isn’t as helpful or searchable as “The K-Stars record their debut EP, All Or Nothing "). Avoid words like "help," "support," or "fund." They imply that you're asking someone to do you a favor rather than offering an experience they’re going to love.
Picking your project image

Your project image is how you will be represented on Kickstarter and the rest of the web. Pick something that accurately reflects your project and that looks nice, too!
Writing your short description

Your short description appears in your project’s widget, and it’s the best place to quickly communicate to your audience what your project is about. Stay focused and be clear on what your project hopes to accomplish. If you had to describe your project in one tweet, how would you do it?
Writing your bio

Your bio is a great opportunity to share more about you. Why are you the one to take on this project? What prior work can you share via links? This is key to earning your backers’ trust.

== Promoting Your Project ==

An exceptional project can lead to outpourings of support from all corners of the web, but for most projects, support comes from within their own networks and their networks’ networks. If you want people to back your project you have to tell them about it. More than once! And in a variety of ways! Here’s how:
Smart outreach

A nice, personal message is the most effective way to let someone know about your project. Send an email to your close friends and family so they can be first to pledge, then use your personal blog, your Facebook page, and your Twitter account to tune in everyone who’s paying attention. Don’t overwhelm with e-blasts and group messages, but be sure to remind your networks about your projects a few times throughout the course of its duration. Take the time to contact people individually. It makes a big difference.
Meeting up

Don’t be afraid to take your Kickstarter project out into the real world. Nothing connects people to an idea like seeing the twinkle in your eye when you talk about it. Host pledge parties, print posters or flyers to distribute around your community, and organize meetups to educate people about your endeavor. Be creative!
Stopping the presses

Contact your local newspaper, TV, and radio stations and tell them about your project. Seek out like-minded blogs and online media outlets to request coverage. Writers are always looking for stories to write about, and the media has a big soft spot for DIY success stories.
Keeping it real

Whatever channel you use to tell your project’s story, don’t spam. This includes posting your link on other Kickstarter project pages, @messaging people to beg for money on Twitter, link-bombing on Facebook, and generally nagging people you don’t already know. Over-posting can alienate your friends and fans, and it makes every other Kickstarter project look bad too. Don’t do it!

== Project Updates ==

Project updates serve as your project’s blog. They’re a great way to share your progress, post media, and thank your backers. Posting a project update automatically sends an email to all your backers with that update. You can choose to make each update public for everyone to see, or reserve it for just your backers to view.
Building momentum

While your project is live and the clock ticking, keep your backers informed and inspired to help you spread the word. Instead of posting a link to your project and asking for pledges every day, treat your project like a story that is unfolding and update everyone on its progress. “Pics from last night’s show!” or “We found a printer for our book!” with a link to your project is engaging and fun for everybody to follow along with.
Sharing the process

Once your project is successfully funded, don’t forget about all the people that helped make it possible. Let backers and spectators watch your project come to life by sharing the decisions you make with them, explaining how it feels as your goal becomes a reality, and even asking them for feedback. Keeping backers informed and engaged is an essential part of Kickstarter.
Celebrating success

Sharing reviews, press, and photos from your project out in the world — whether it’s opening night of your play or your book on someone’s bookshelf — is great for everyone involved. The story of your project doesn’t end after it gets shipped out. You still have a captivated audience that’s cheering for you. Communicating with them can be one of the most rewarding parts of the process.

== Reward Fulfillment ==

Once your project has been completed, the crucial final step is fulfilling the rewards promised to backers. Sending out all of your rewards can feel overwhelming, but staying organized and having fun with it will make the process much simpler.
Getting backer info

Don’t worry about gathering your backers’ info until after your project is successfully funded. At that point the Kickstarter survey tool will help you create surveys to request whatever info you may need to deliver your rewards (mailing addresses, T-shirt sizes, etc). You can find this feature in your Backer Report. Backers are notified via email when you send out the survey, and their responses are automatically entered into your Backer Report, which can then be exported as an Excel-compatible spreadsheet.
Planning ahead

Remember to take shipping costs into account before you start your project. It may end up being a bigger part of your budget than you thought. Keep in mind how you'll send each reward, how much they weigh, how many require international shipping, and how you will lug all of them to the post office. Don’t forget hidden costs (bubble mailers) or emotional ones (filling out 100 customs forms).

Do some research online. You can start with the basics like the USPS mailing guide, checklists, and bulk mail info, and then find out about other options that might work better for you.
Communication, communication, communication

Fulfillment might not be the most romantic step in doing a Kickstarter project, but it means getting your project into your backers’ hands. Take pictures of your packing party. Tell horror stories from the post office (backers love seeing photos and videos of their rewards being packaged). Ask for your backers to let you know when their stuff arrives. Invite friends over to drink wine and lick stamps. Cherish what are some of the last moments of the first phase in the life of your project.

Kick Starter

2012-05-11T00:40:02Z

Dye:

== kick starter school ==

http://www.kickstarter.com/help/school/defining_your_project

== Defining the Project ==

*Projects must be finite
*Building the Photobooth

== Creating Rewards ==

*Copies of the thing: the album, the DVD, a print from the show. These items should be priced what they would cost in a retail environment.
*Creative collaborations: a backer appears as a hero in the comic, everyone gets painted into the mural, two backers do the handclaps for track 3.
*Creative experiences: a visit to the set, a phone call from the author, dinner with the cast, a concert in your backyard.
*Creative mementos: Polaroids sent from location, thanks in the credits, meaningful tokens that tell a story.

The importance of creative, tangible, and fairly priced rewards cannot be overstated. Projects whose rewards are overpriced or uninspired struggle to find support.

To date the most popular pledge amount is $25 and the average pledge is around $70. Small amounts are where it’s at: projects without a reward less than $20 succeed 35% of the time, while projects with a reward less than $20 succeed 54% of the time.

== Setting Your Goal ==

*'''Researching your budget'''

How much money do you need? Are you raising the full budget or a portion of it? Have you factored in the cost of producing rewards and delivering them to backers? Avoid later headaches by doing your research, and be as transparent as you can. Backers will appreciate it.

*'''Considering your networks'''

Kickstarter is not a magical source of money. Funding comes from a variety of sources — your audience, your friends and family, your broader social networks, and, if your project does well, strangers from around the web. It’s up to you to build that momentum for your project.

*'''Choosing your goal'''

Once you’ve researched your budget and considered your reach, you’re ready to set your funding goal. Because funding is all-or-nothing, you can always raise more than your goal but never less. Figure out how much money you need to complete the project as promised (while considering how much funding you think you can generate), and select an amount close to that.

*'''Setting your project deadline'''

Projects can last anywhere from one to 60 days, however a longer project duration is not necessarily better. Statistically, projects lasting 30 days or less have our highest success rates. A Kickstarter project takes a lot of work to run, and shorter projects set a tone of confidence and help motivate your backers to join the party. Longer durations incite less urgency, encourage procrastination, and tend to fizzle out.

== Making Your Video ==

If you’re like us, the first thing you do when visiting a project page is click play. A video is by far the best way to get a feel for the emotions, motivations, and character of a project. It’s a demonstration of effort and a good predictor of success. Projects with videos succeed at a much higher rate than those without (50% vs. 30%).

== Building Your Project ==

As you build your project, take your time! The average successfully funded creator spends nearly two weeks tweaking their project before launching. A thoughtful and methodical approach can pay off.
Titling your project

Your Kickstarter project title should be simple, specific, and memorable, and it should include the title of the creative project you're raising funds for. Imagine your title as a distinct identity that will set it apart ("Make my new album” isn’t as helpful or searchable as “The K-Stars record their debut EP, All Or Nothing "). Avoid words like "help," "support," or "fund." They imply that you're asking someone to do you a favor rather than offering an experience they’re going to love.
Picking your project image

Your project image is how you will be represented on Kickstarter and the rest of the web. Pick something that accurately reflects your project and that looks nice, too!
Writing your short description

Your short description appears in your project’s widget, and it’s the best place to quickly communicate to your audience what your project is about. Stay focused and be clear on what your project hopes to accomplish. If you had to describe your project in one tweet, how would you do it?
Writing your bio

Your bio is a great opportunity to share more about you. Why are you the one to take on this project? What prior work can you share via links? This is key to earning your backers’ trust.

== Promoting Your Project ==

An exceptional project can lead to outpourings of support from all corners of the web, but for most projects, support comes from within their own networks and their networks’ networks. If you want people to back your project you have to tell them about it. More than once! And in a variety of ways! Here’s how:
Smart outreach

A nice, personal message is the most effective way to let someone know about your project. Send an email to your close friends and family so they can be first to pledge, then use your personal blog, your Facebook page, and your Twitter account to tune in everyone who’s paying attention. Don’t overwhelm with e-blasts and group messages, but be sure to remind your networks about your projects a few times throughout the course of its duration. Take the time to contact people individually. It makes a big difference.
Meeting up

Don’t be afraid to take your Kickstarter project out into the real world. Nothing connects people to an idea like seeing the twinkle in your eye when you talk about it. Host pledge parties, print posters or flyers to distribute around your community, and organize meetups to educate people about your endeavor. Be creative!
Stopping the presses

Contact your local newspaper, TV, and radio stations and tell them about your project. Seek out like-minded blogs and online media outlets to request coverage. Writers are always looking for stories to write about, and the media has a big soft spot for DIY success stories.
Keeping it real

Whatever channel you use to tell your project’s story, don’t spam. This includes posting your link on other Kickstarter project pages, @messaging people to beg for money on Twitter, link-bombing on Facebook, and generally nagging people you don’t already know. Over-posting can alienate your friends and fans, and it makes every other Kickstarter project look bad too. Don’t do it!

== Project Updates ==

Project updates serve as your project’s blog. They’re a great way to share your progress, post media, and thank your backers. Posting a project update automatically sends an email to all your backers with that update. You can choose to make each update public for everyone to see, or reserve it for just your backers to view.
Building momentum

While your project is live and the clock ticking, keep your backers informed and inspired to help you spread the word. Instead of posting a link to your project and asking for pledges every day, treat your project like a story that is unfolding and update everyone on its progress. “Pics from last night’s show!” or “We found a printer for our book!” with a link to your project is engaging and fun for everybody to follow along with.
Sharing the process

Once your project is successfully funded, don’t forget about all the people that helped make it possible. Let backers and spectators watch your project come to life by sharing the decisions you make with them, explaining how it feels as your goal becomes a reality, and even asking them for feedback. Keeping backers informed and engaged is an essential part of Kickstarter.
Celebrating success

Sharing reviews, press, and photos from your project out in the world — whether it’s opening night of your play or your book on someone’s bookshelf — is great for everyone involved. The story of your project doesn’t end after it gets shipped out. You still have a captivated audience that’s cheering for you. Communicating with them can be one of the most rewarding parts of the process.

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Reward Fulfillment ==

Once your project has been completed, the crucial final step is fulfilling the rewards promised to backers. Sending out all of your rewards can feel overwhelming, but staying organized and having fun with it will make the process much simpler.
Getting backer info

Don’t worry about gathering your backers’ info until after your project is successfully funded. At that point the Kickstarter survey tool will help you create surveys to request whatever info you may need to deliver your rewards (mailing addresses, T-shirt sizes, etc). You can find this feature in your Backer Report. Backers are notified via email when you send out the survey, and their responses are automatically entered into your Backer Report, which can then be exported as an Excel-compatible spreadsheet.
Planning ahead

Remember to take shipping costs into account before you start your project. It may end up being a bigger part of your budget than you thought. Keep in mind how you'll send each reward, how much they weigh, how many require international shipping, and how you will lug all of them to the post office. Don’t forget hidden costs (bubble mailers) or emotional ones (filling out 100 customs forms).

Do some research online. You can start with the basics like the USPS mailing guide, checklists, and bulk mail info, and then find out about other options that might work better for you.
Communication, communication, communication

Fulfillment might not be the most romantic step in doing a Kickstarter project, but it means getting your project into your backers’ hands. Take pictures of your packing party. Tell horror stories from the post office (backers love seeing photos and videos of their rewards being packaged). Ask for your backers to let you know when their stuff arrives. Invite friends over to drink wine and lick stamps. Cherish what are some of the last moments of the first phase in the life of your project.

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