4 ms·
I’be been making high build quality Wordclocks as presents for friends and family over the past few years. I’m frequently told “you should sell these!” So I’ve
by matt_the_bass 8y ago
I’be been making high build quality Wordclocks as presents for friends and family over the past few years. I’m frequently told “you should sell these!” So I’ve made a design that I think is pretty nice from a piece of hardwood. I’ve sold one so far (without any promoting). I am now working on building some stock and just about to start promoting the site [1] and hope to sell 3-4 before the holidays. I plan to market these as a limited edition (100 units max) are piece.
Moderator Dan contacted me and suggested I post as a Show HN about my story. I hope to in the next few days.
[1] www.finewordclocks.com
- SoundAndBug 8y agoThis looks amazing. Can you share which micro-controller are you using?
- matt_the_bass 8y agoThanks! I’ve tried a bunch of different arduino/compatible units. Early ones started with Duos. Some others used Sparks. It’s more a function of what bus voltages are needed for the LED controllers. If possible I prefer to not use line lever converters. Currently I used a customized protoboard but am planning on custom PCB in the future. Each one is generally an improvement on the last due to streamlining processes.