In search of a way to store a growing inventory of SMD components, I stumbled across this superb design.

github.com/ashep/smd-box

I do love when people create parametric designs that I can tweak to suit my specific needs. They’re also rather nice to “pick and place” from :)

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I love crimping Dupont connectors. Said no one ever! :/

Job done except for enhancing the firmware and hey, my mind is already onto a mark 2 with various improvements to the board design ;)

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Solder reflowing my solder reflow project using the breadboard prototype. Fingers, toes, and eyes crossed!

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My modest electronic components store continues to grow, particularly as I venture into SMD. Part-db to the rescue. It even integrates with KiCad. During a stocktake of ICs I found 2 identical items in my kit I’d ordered more of last week.

docs.part-db.de

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Nothing like the smell of a fresh PCB in the morning. After steering at a render for a few days on a big screen, sure is nice to have something real in my hands.

Not sure why the silkscreen for my headers is missing though!? Still learning. Many mysteries remain!

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Getting on board the SMD reflow bandwagon by designing my own reflow plate controller. I know you can buy these cheap as from AliExpress but where’s the fun in that?

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