I think we should, please, start discussing topics in the relevant channels to keep it clean
I think we should, please, start discussing topics in the relevant channels to keep it clean
NOkay. True, that makes sense. Taking this over a thread now.
N@Phoenix do we have a way to move these conversations to a thread now?
KThe Tiny Scarab board is ready:
KGitHub
Tiny beetle board based on the CH32V003 10-cent chip. - GitHub - Embeetle/tiny-scarab: Tiny beetle board based on the CH32V003 10-cent chip.
K
KI'm going to do a small scale test production at Eurocircuits. Please let me know if you're interested in one of the prototypes.
TCongrats!
The server is happy to support the production of additional prototypes. Are you willing to make as many as people who want one, Kristof?
The server is happy to support the production of additional prototypes. Are you willing to make as many as people who want one, Kristof?
Plovely board, congrats @kmulier !
Flooks cool but eh looks super technical too. idk if i would be able to program it
TThere’s another coming based on RP2040 i believe. Our plan is to create demos and tutorials on top of these over time.
Fthat would be nice
T@K.L.NAGARAJU yeah we can move it under #mcu-mpu-and-kits . I’ll tag you.
T@Phoenix, target thread channel ID not being identified (1196129943084613753). Need assistance moving images. After resolved I can migrate the rest of the conversation.
KI can put the DevHeads logo on the board, along with an URL
KWhich URL should I put there?
TKThanks Brandon
TThank you!
K
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If you haven’t yet, follow our LinkedIn page! We’re pushing to get to 150 followers so we can set up our stream and share departments like Office Hours with the rest of the world
we’re at 122 right now!https://www.linkedin.com/company/devheadscommunity/
Feel free to share with your connections, too!
KHi guys,
Please have a look at the Tiny Scarab board design:
https://github.com/Embeetle/tiny-scarab/tree/main
I've wrapped up the board design and I'm now looking into the fabrication process. Eurocircuits is an option, but it's rather expensive. Please feel free to share your experiences with other board fabs.
As for the production files, please scroll down on the main GitHub README page:
Please have a look at the Tiny Scarab board design:
https://github.com/Embeetle/tiny-scarab/tree/main
I've wrapped up the board design and I'm now looking into the fabrication process. Eurocircuits is an option, but it's rather expensive. Please feel free to share your experiences with other board fabs.
As for the production files, please scroll down on the main GitHub README page:
GitHub
Tiny beetle board based on the CH32V003 10-cent chip. - GitHub - Embeetle/tiny-scarab: Tiny beetle board based on the CH32V003 10-cent chip.
K
KClick on as shown above. Then you can click on to download the output files in a zipped folder:
K
KBut I certainly suggest to read this part, about the Generic Part Numbers:
https://github.com/Embeetle/tiny-scarab/blob/main/documentation/production_files.md#generic-part-numbers
https://github.com/Embeetle/tiny-scarab/blob/main/documentation/production_files.md#generic-part-numbers
GitHub
Tiny beetle board based on the CH32V003 10-cent chip. - Embeetle/tiny-scarab
KI've tried to make the main
README.md
J"There's no need to wire up anything. Just plug the Tiny Scarab in your computer and start coding!"
I suppose my question would be is it a dev board a la Arduino Uno, or is it a sort of GPIO pass-through that you control via your computer? Or is it something else? Maybe a TL:DR summary of what is it exactly? Nice looking board though, as are the docs aesthetics-wise.
I suppose my question would be is it a dev board a la Arduino Uno, or is it a sort of GPIO pass-through that you control via your computer? Or is it something else? Maybe a TL:DR summary of what is it exactly? Nice looking board though, as are the docs aesthetics-wise.
KHi @JeremyCook ,
It's a development board for the microcontroller. That means you can write code in any IDE and flash it to the chip (although we hope you will use Embeetle IDE).
The board has an on-board flash/debug probe which you connect to the computer with a USB-C cable.
I'll rewrite that part in the documentation to make this clearer
It's a development board for the microcontroller. That means you can write code in any IDE and flash it to the chip (although we hope you will use Embeetle IDE).
The board has an on-board flash/debug probe which you connect to the computer with a USB-C cable.
I'll rewrite that part in the documentation to make this clearer
TThanks y’all. We are now over 150 LI followers and have applied for streaming privileges so Office Hours and other segments will now be opened up to the world - pending LI approval, of course
TThis is very easy to read. Thanks!
My first question is what does this mean:
“The Beetle Boards will get special attention in Embeetle IDE.”
My first question is what does this mean:
“The Beetle Boards will get special attention in Embeetle IDE.”
TMy next comment is that @Petr Dvořák and @pallavaggarwal may have a decent handle on board gave depending where you’re looking to have it manufactured.
@pallavaggarwal, @Umesh Lokhande, what did Altium do to the Gumstix brand? Is there still a low volume quick manufacturing option through them in the west?
@pallavaggarwal, @Umesh Lokhande, what did Altium do to the Gumstix brand? Is there still a low volume quick manufacturing option through them in the west?
TWhat is the cost at Eurocircuits? Have you considered a kickstarter?
P@techielew Because of the Chinese chips, I would consider JLCPCB or similar companies. Everything else probably brings more headaches and higher cost.
PAnother plus is that JLCPCB offers 3D printing and CNC machining. @kmulier can design an enclosure or some kind of accessories easy to order there.
T@Padmalaya Rawal would you be interested in supporting/collaborating in this regard? See above.
TIs Alibaba the only WCH distributor at this time?
PI would love to contribute @techielew .
@kmulier As your board is open source, you can apply for OSHWA certification which is free. And then you can ask people at OSH Park for your initial PCB fabrication. And if you are considering to produce them in bulk I think it will be better option to ask JLC or PCBWay for the sponsorship. They will reduce their prices in the exchange of their name to be there on prmotional material and github. I hope it helps
@kmulier As your board is open source, you can apply for OSHWA certification which is free. And then you can ask people at OSH Park for your initial PCB fabrication. And if you are considering to produce them in bulk I think it will be better option to ask JLC or PCBWay for the sponsorship. They will reduce their prices in the exchange of their name to be there on prmotional material and github. I hope it helps
KThank you guys.
Yes, Alibaba is now the only distributor for WCH outside China.
Thanks for the tips. So right now, the options for a prototype production are:
Yes, Alibaba is now the only distributor for WCH outside China.
Thanks for the tips. So right now, the options for a prototype production are:
- Eurocircuits (800 euro for 10 pieces, this includes assembly)
- JLC
- PCBWay
- OSH
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P@kmulier Be aware, those sponsorships can backfire easily.
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