OshPark Replacement Badge for IBM Model M

pyrelink · 23 May 2016, 18:41

You can update me for a set of 3!

seebart · 23 May 2016, 18:45

pyrelink wrote: ↑You can update me for a set of 3!

Done.

emdude · 23 May 2016, 18:56

I'd be interested too, but they don't look to be particularly close replicas of the badge; the logo does not appear to be raised like on an original badge, it looks like there is just a bevel around the entire logo.

I think it would help to get photos of the side profile.

seebart · 23 May 2016, 19:04

This is still very early in the process emdude, there will be more information coming later. I have not seen these myself either.

hypkx · 23 May 2016, 19:59

also 3

Mr.Bean · 24 May 2016, 07:57

3 for me.

ramnes · 24 May 2016, 09:51

I'm in for 6 seebarted badge.

seebart · 24 May 2016, 10:39

Update:

wcass wrote: ↑ The zip file below is what i sent to OshPark. If you send them this same file, you will get a couple of warnings that the there is no drill file, bottom mask, bottom copper, silkscreen - this is normal as this doesn't have any of those things; check the box that says "continue anyway". When you get to the "Cart", check the option for "2 oz copper, 0.8mm thickness". The text will be gold and the mask will be dark purple - same as in these pictures. The price it shows is the price delivered. Mine arrived about 3 weeks after i placed the order, but i have heard that international delivery can add a few additional weeks.

If you order from another vendor, delivery will likely be quicker (even coming from China) and edge quality will likely be much better. You also have options for PCB thickness (.06 would be a good option), mask color (lots), and text color (HASL for silver, ENIG for gold).

Now the question is ... what to use to stick it on the case?

I had time to dig out my Dremel and i cleaned up the edges some. Here are some quick pictures.

pcaro · 24 May 2016, 13:21

I am also interested. I'll get a pack of three and if created another pack for FSSK

fohat · 24 May 2016, 14:44

seebart wrote: ↑
Now the question is ... what to use to stick it on the case?

Something like rubber cement or double-sided tape would make removal easier, but if you are sure then hard glue or epoxy.

PS - I use naptha (old-fashioned cigarette lighter fluid) to remove the original labels - but work quickly and clean up thoroughly because naptha is harsh and you don't want it sitting on a plastic surface for any length of time.

Redmaus · 24 May 2016, 15:13

Is there a cover or film remaining on the badge seebart? I looks like it in the picture.

seebart · 24 May 2016, 15:19

You will have to ask wcass, he is the only one who has seen these.

Also, I may as well post this now since it will concern you Redmaus and anyone outside the EU:

the badges are made by OSHPark in the US, I'm in Germany. For anyone outside the EU that's a problem right there, you will be paying more for shipping because I do not have a proxy you. Please think about this and tell me if you want to continue. I will post shipping cost for your country within the coming week as well as any updates from OSHPark since I am pretty sure wcass will not actually be involved in this GB.

Redmaus · 24 May 2016, 15:21

Wait can't we just get a proxy instead?

I think there are enough US buyers to do this correct?

seebart · 24 May 2016, 15:24

Redmaus wrote: ↑Wait can't we just get a proxy instead?

I think there are enough US buyers to do this correct?

Got one Redmaus? Cause I don't! To be fair I have not asked anyone either. Mu has volunteered to proxy the badges from the US to the EU if we get it done in June, that's all. Either way shipping will not be excessive, but it makes no sense to ship them back to the US.

Redmaus · 24 May 2016, 15:28

I could do it actually, if it happens at least three weeks from now.

seebart · 24 May 2016, 15:31

OK noted, not sure if three weeks will be enough but we'll see, thanks.

Ray · 24 May 2016, 18:25

at least three weeks, means you got time seebart

seebart · 27 May 2016, 20:40

UPDATE:

wcass has suggested we go with the China based PCBway instead of OSHpark, they are cheaper and offer more options, I would not mind your feedback on this DT people!

https://oshpark.com

http://www.pcbway.com

Nuum · 27 May 2016, 21:13

I'd go with PCBway, since they offer more colors, not just purple.

lot_lizard · 28 May 2016, 03:45

I would like to see a black background with silver text if we have options. If one supplier is capable of doing that over another, they would be my choice. The cost is trivial regardless it seems... Mis dos pesos

xauser · 28 May 2016, 09:15

I'm in for 3

Scottex · 28 May 2016, 14:25

lot_lizard wrote: ↑I would like to see a black background with silver text if we have options. If one supplier is capable of doing that over another, they would be my choice. The cost is trivial regardless it seems... Mis dos pesos

this would look more classy and would also be my choice

Muirium · 28 May 2016, 14:30

Black background is a must. I'd like either silver or gold lettering. IBM, centred, and nothing else!

Bonus points for factory smoothed edges we don't have to file ourselves.

seebart · 28 May 2016, 15:01

The original is gold on black right?

lot_lizard · 28 May 2016, 15:10

seebart wrote: ↑The original is gold on black right?

Silver on black. It sometimes photos looking gold because it is reflective

Muirium · 28 May 2016, 15:51

Doesn't surprise me. Everyone's always taking shots in the dim yellow gloom of indoor lighting. You get a very poor reproduction of the true colour of most things, that way.

fohat · 28 May 2016, 17:01

I will be in for 4 total: 2 standard 101 + 2 SSK size.

Black, centered, silver print seems like the classic standard.

Chyros · 28 May 2016, 17:17

I kinda like them gold, tbh.

seebart · 28 May 2016, 17:19

Well we might have to have a vote before I order then.

lot_lizard · 28 May 2016, 17:25

seebart wrote: ↑Well we might have to have a vote before I order then.

I vote we vote. Let's everyone chime in easy