I just finished soldering the board. I unpacked my tube and noticed that some of the leads have fallen out. This are not the not connected leads either!
Can this be repaired? If not can a replacement be sent?
VFD Tube leads
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Re: VFD Tube leads
probably cant be repaired, did they break right at the tube? if so please email support@adafruit with a link to this post!
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Re: VFD Tube leads
There is a tiny little blackish red piece of the lead sticking out. I took a wire and set it on that and then checked for continuity with my multimeter between the lead as close to the bulb and the end of the wire. It seems like it could work if I soldered that on.
Should I continue with this repair or get a replacement?
For anyone else reading this thread, I think IV-18 VFD tubes are what you want to search ebay for if adafruit is unable to help you.
Should I continue with this repair or get a replacement?
For anyone else reading this thread, I think IV-18 VFD tubes are what you want to search ebay for if adafruit is unable to help you.
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Re: VFD Tube leads
Actually perhaps not, the second lead is not as far from the glass as the first.
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Re: VFD Tube leads
dont worry, we will replace your tube, just email!
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