IN-12 Nixie Clock, ESP32 powered
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This is an ESP32 Wifi Nixie clock that I designed. I’ve made a few similar clocks (ESP8266 powered) and made this additional one to try out ESP32 and also multiplexing as other clocks are direct driv…
Read More…This is an ESP32 Wifi Nixie clock that I designed. I’ve made a few similar clocks (ESP8266 powered) and made this additional one to try out ESP32 and also multiplexing as other clocks are direct drive :) Please excuse the quality of the images, hope it's bearable.
I’ve designed 3 versions, IN-16, ZM1040 and IN-12, this being the IN-12 version. The case is prited from PLA (deep red). But you can easily disassemble it and make some wood/metal enclosure for it. Or print a different color cover, you will find the 3d models on project’s github page. Nice thing about this clock is that both nixies and nixie driver are not soldered to the board but socketed so they can be one day easily repurposed or replaced in case of failure. The USB connector is not there just for power but also for programming and debugging if needed. It’s basically an ESP32 NodeMCU in disguise as a clock :)
I only made this one prototype of the IN-12 clock (ESP32 based) and won’t be making more. So if you want something unique and beautiful, feel free to grab one! Designing this took me forever, so by buying this, you are also supporting future fun projects like this :)
Or... make it! Everything to make the clock is also available at the github page. So if you’re skilled and want a challenge, feel free to make one! And if you do, please share your make on Flora's thingiverse page, I would love to see it!
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Please note that the nixies were hand-made back in the day, they can differ a bit in shape, numbers are not perfectly aligned etc. The Soviets valued functionality over design perfection… this is part of the oldschool magic but also can trigger your OCD so check out the photos before you buy! This particular clock is multiplexed so there can be an audible hum, especially on low brightness.
If you want to know something specific about the clock, feel free to DM me.
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