PCBite 2.0 - A new KickStarter for an upgraded version - Page 1
Forum section: electronics / general

author: pixelk
author_rank: Newbie
timestamp: November 24, 2017, 09:04:39 pm
content: I guess, I'll start a dedicated topic as it's a new kickstarter, not just the same product than the one described here (the PCBite 1.0 ) :https://www.eevblog.com/forum/crowd-funded-projects/pcbite-the-professional-and-affordable-pcb-holder/The PCBite 1.0 IndieGoGo got successful and was mentioned at least in a mailbag and in some soldering video from Dave, if my memory serves me correctly.I bought a 1.0 at full price because I missed the original kickstarter. It was a bit pricey (74€/~ 88US$) but since I got it, it's my first choice wen soldering or de-soldering on a PCB. You get a firm and steady grip on the PCB and as it's flat on your work surface it won't move a bit (much more stable than all the third hands model I tried).The version 2.0 comes with a larger surface, which is nice for the larger PCBs and a pair of flexible arms to attach probes to. I'm sceptic about the arms ability to stay put in place once moved, but the larger plate is enough for me that I pledged for the "upgrade" tier (253 SEK / ~ 26 € / ~31 US$ - aimed at those that already have a 1.0 kit).There are other tiers for people wanting the 1.0 and 2.0 together, or even just for the 1.0 (591 SEK / ~60€ / ~72 US$).You'll need to add postage depending on your country to the price.They shipped their original crowdfunding in a honourable timeframe, So I'm confident the second one will be the same.The PCBite 2.0 KickStarterhttp://kck.st/2B3eHcoThe PCBite 1.0 IndieGoGohttps://www.indiegogo.com/projects/pcbite-the-professional-and-affordable-pcb-holder--4#/The (very spartan) society websitehttp://sensepeek.com/The original product :The 2.0 Addition (the probes arms have M3 thread)

author: popp3r
author_rank: Unknown
timestamp: December 01, 2017, 08:36:44 pm
content: Just picked-up a set of the probes via the Kickstarter to add to my PCBite 1.0 kit! Awesome product!...

author: P_Doped
author_rank: Contributor
timestamp: December 01, 2017, 08:51:22 pm
content: Can you easily flip your board with PCBite?

author: hli
author_rank: Frequent Contributor
timestamp: December 01, 2017, 09:06:41 pm
content: Quote from: P_Doped on December 01, 2017, 08:51:22 pmNo. And I think that the only drawback when compared with a 'regular' PCB holder. Its more designed for the 'test and measure' phase. Its isolated washers means you can grip a PCB without fear of shorting a signal.

author: Fraser
author_rank: Super Contributor
timestamp: July 28, 2019, 12:52:37 pm
content: I know this is bringing a thread back from the dead but I only just discovered this interesting unit. Elektor are the UK agent (and likely Europe as well) for this product and just sent me a discount offer that reduced the cost to 114.95 Euros for the following.....Large base plateSmall base plate4 PCB holders4 probe arms4 probe heads with pogo pins4 sets of Dupont test cables for the heads.I have been intending to DIY just such a unit so this has saved me a lot of time. The Elektor shop discount ends at midnight on 29 July.https://www.elektor.com/pcbite-kit-incl-4-pcbite-probes-and-test-wiresFraser

author: pixelk
author_rank: Newbie
timestamp: July 28, 2019, 04:24:09 pm
content: It seems there is only one plate in the kit (which is fine) the other square in the kit is a cleaning cloth.I still use my 1.0 kit for most of my DIY soldering and it still performs like on the first day.The plate is a bit dirty from flux residues, but I'm sure I could clean it if I deemed it necessary.I would recommend it to anyone able to afford it.

author: Fraser
author_rank: Super Contributor
timestamp: July 28, 2019, 04:49:59 pm
content: Pixelk,You are right. I mistook the cloth for the smaller plateSorry. I will correct my post.Fraser