Leyden Jar Group Buy (<21 euros inlcuding shipping in EU)

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idollar
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12 Dec 2024, 12:16

Hello,

I created this thread to check if there is interest in purchasing Rico's Leyden Jar, shipped to Europe.
Information about the Leyden Jar can be found here: https://github.com/mymakercorner/Leyden_Jar.
You can always order it yourself. However, if you need assistance with the ordering process, feel free to ask, and I will try to help.

The concept for this group buy (GB) is as follows (in sequential order):
  • I will check for interest (this post).
  • I will kindly suggest contributing to Rico's future R&D. There -> https://ko-fi.com/rico664646
  • I will transparently make a proposal for the cost. This means posting the actual cost and any potential benefit that I will invest in my R&D, also transparently.
  • Interested DT members will send me the money (PayPal?).
  • I will place the order.
  • I will receive the controllers.
  • I will test one unit in a real keyboard.
  • If needed, I can program the firmware on the controller, but I need to think about this... it may be time-consuming depending on the number of units.
  • I will then ship the controllers to the GB participants. Shipping costs will be transparent, and you can decide if you want insurance.
  • If something goes wrong with the shipping, I will try to help, but I cannot guarantee sending a replacement unit. There will be little or no profit to cover such issues.
I am open to any comment to the above principle.

Finally, this GB is based in Europe. It does not make sense to ship to any other location due to double customs and shipping costs. If you want to organize parallel GB threads, please contact me so we can coordinate.

Cheers!
Last edited by idollar on 22 Jan 2025, 07:53, edited 7 times in total.

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idollar
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12 Dec 2024, 12:20

If all goes fine, I should be able to order in January 2025.

hypkx
Chasing the Dream

15 Dec 2024, 17:35

Interested:)

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idollar
i$

28 Dec 2024, 19:55

hypkx wrote: 15 Dec 2024, 17:35Interested:)
Thanks ! Noted !

I need to progress this in January.

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idollar
i$

30 Dec 2024, 19:14

I expect the price to be below 20 to 30 euros ... just tentative for the time being. I have not purchased the controllers.

I will post the actual production, shipping to Europe, TAX, etc ... costs.
I will kindly suggest contributing to Rico's future R&D. There -> https://ko-fi.com/rico664646

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idollar
i$

02 Jan 2025, 10:49

--- Edit to add some additional costs to pay taxes through UPS ---

Dears,

--> You can go to the "Total" section to read a summary..

* Controller cost

I have ordered 20 units at a cost of $228,38 + 30 (taxes + UPS fees)
The above amount includes shipping and import taxes.
I applied a discount of $10 which I had.

This means that each controller would be: $11.5 + extra UPS charges = 13 euros

* Shipping

Shipping in DE with DHL (https://www.dhl.de/de/privatkunden.html) would be:
  • Tracked - 4.19 euros
  • Non tracked - 6.19 euros
Shipping in the EU (I have checked prices to Itally) with DHL (https://www.dhl.de/de/privatkunden.html) would be :
  • Tracked - 14.49 euros
  • Non tracked - 6.49 euros
Spoiler:
Regarding the above options I provide some first hand information:
  • Tracked - DHL recently lost a packet addressing me sent from DE to DE. I raised a complain, they found the packet and make it to me. I do not have experience in lost parcels across borders. They also apply an insurance up 500 (?) euros.
  • Non Tracked - There is no option to search for a lost packate[
In any case, being an individual not making any profit from this, you would understand that I cannot guarantee shipment.

Add some 1 euro for the box, print the label and the cellar tape :)

* Rico's R&D Contribution

I would suggest to contribute to Rico with some 10 euros per controller.
I should not be in the middle of this and it is up to you. You can contribute using the following page:
https://ko-fi.com/rico664646

I do not need any contribution - ;)

* Total

This price is still preliminary as I have not received the parts which are expected in a week or so.

Also i am making the numbers for 1 controller only. If you add more (I think it would make sense) you will reduce the per-unit shipping cost.

Germany:
EU:


* Actual invoices and explanation are attached for your reference:
Spoiler:
You will notice in the invoice that the parts, which were purchased in advance amount $77.65.
At the time of purchasing they charged me $83.32. The difference $5.67 remained as a credit in my JLCPBB account.
This is why you see "prepaid" $83.32

Also, I spoke with them during the Black Friday as I could not order during this period. They offered me a coupon of $10 which I have used in this order.
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The invoice for the parts follows:
Parts - PCB Prototype & PCB Fabrication Manufacturer - JLCPCB - page 1.jpg
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Parts - PCB Prototype & PCB Fabrication Manufacturer - JLCPCB - page 2.jpg
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* Final considerations

Some members without experience in real Group Buys asked me how they actually work. It should be clear by now:
I risk money and the community benefits from it. Today one gives, tomorrow he/she will take ... that's the philosophy.

Please consider contributing to the Free Model F with your knowledge
--> Here https://www.deskthority.net/viewtopic.php?f=50&t=29410

We need DT to return to the origins before it dies behind the LLCs which are not contributing to DT or even worse, they take DT over (https://www.deskthority.net/viewtopic.p ... 54#p518854).
Last edited by idollar on 21 Jan 2025, 11:21, edited 3 times in total.

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idollar
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07 Jan 2025, 08:40

Dears,

The Leyden Jar are in their way :)
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inozenz

10 Jan 2025, 22:00

count me in for 3

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idollar
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21 Jan 2025, 11:11

Well ... I have received 20 Leyden Jar yesterday. Some in the following picture:
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I am ready to ship them, so please PM with your wishes.

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