quick Posted October 16, 2017 Share Posted October 16, 2017 (edited) Hello , I'm Quick, I try to build a A10C cockpit. This thread records the cockpit creation. The panels use the 485 bus connection,and the software use DCS-BIOS,hardware use arduino. Many switches and knobs will be modified to be easier and cheaper to buy from the market. Thanks to the author of the DCS-BIOS, thanks to the forum teachers. Sorry,English based on google translation. quick index Warning Panel ------ #12 Power & Tacan ----- #13 FUEL Panel ------ #15 The frame of console #19 ENV Panel -----#23 Lights Panel ------#24 Edited November 9, 2017 by quick My A10C pit video: https://space.bilibili.com/323386663 my A10C pit thread: https://forums.eagle.ru/showthread.php?t=194670 DCS-BIOS Debug Tool https://forums.eagle.ru/showthread.php?t=217428 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
quick Posted October 16, 2017 Author Share Posted October 16, 2017 The first simple panel. AAP panel. My A10C pit video: https://space.bilibili.com/323386663 my A10C pit thread: https://forums.eagle.ru/showthread.php?t=194670 DCS-BIOS Debug Tool https://forums.eagle.ru/showthread.php?t=217428 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
quick Posted October 16, 2017 Author Share Posted October 16, 2017 ILS Do some change use a EC11 encoder switch, push to switch power ON/OFF. And another encoder to control KHz , a pot to control VOLUME. My A10C pit video: https://space.bilibili.com/323386663 my A10C pit thread: https://forums.eagle.ru/showthread.php?t=194670 DCS-BIOS Debug Tool https://forums.eagle.ru/showthread.php?t=217428 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
quick Posted October 16, 2017 Author Share Posted October 16, 2017 CMSP Use a 3.12 inch green OLED screen . 1 My A10C pit video: https://space.bilibili.com/323386663 my A10C pit thread: https://forums.eagle.ru/showthread.php?t=194670 DCS-BIOS Debug Tool https://forums.eagle.ru/showthread.php?t=217428 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Warhog Posted October 16, 2017 Share Posted October 16, 2017 Well done Quick. Looks like your on your way to a great cockpit. Keep posting those pictures.:thumbup: Regards John W aka WarHog. My Cockpit Build Pictures... My Arduino Sketches ... https://drive.google.com/drive/folders/1-Dc0Wd9C5l3uY-cPj1iQD3iAEHY6EuHg?usp=sharing WIN 10 Pro, i8-8700k @ 5.0ghz, ASUS Maximus x Code, 16GB Corsair Dominator Platinum Ram, AIO Water Cooler, M.2 512GB NVMe, 500gb SSD, EVGA GTX 1080 ti (11gb), Sony 65” 4K Display VPC MongoosT-50, TM Warthog Throttle, TRK IR 5.0, Slaw Viper Pedals Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
quick Posted October 17, 2017 Author Share Posted October 17, 2017 MCU and Knob MCU is pro mini , DIY the PCB and put the MAX487 chip to link the net,and another pin use PWM control the backlight. Try to use the 3D print ,the PLA material. My A10C pit video: https://space.bilibili.com/323386663 my A10C pit thread: https://forums.eagle.ru/showthread.php?t=194670 DCS-BIOS Debug Tool https://forums.eagle.ru/showthread.php?t=217428 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
quick Posted October 17, 2017 Author Share Posted October 17, 2017 Warhog ! The perfect cockpit you do is an example of my learning. My A10C pit video: https://space.bilibili.com/323386663 my A10C pit thread: https://forums.eagle.ru/showthread.php?t=194670 DCS-BIOS Debug Tool https://forums.eagle.ru/showthread.php?t=217428 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
quick Posted October 17, 2017 Author Share Posted October 17, 2017 Tools A simple tool to make hole in a knob. The PLA material is very brittle, drilling will lead to cracking. So use a soldering iron. You can use the axis of the potentiometer 1 My A10C pit video: https://space.bilibili.com/323386663 my A10C pit thread: https://forums.eagle.ru/showthread.php?t=194670 DCS-BIOS Debug Tool https://forums.eagle.ru/showthread.php?t=217428 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
bnepethomas Posted October 17, 2017 Share Posted October 17, 2017 A simple tool to make hole in a knob. The PLA material is very brittle, drilling will lead to cracking. So use a soldering iron. You can use the axis of the potentiometer Neat Idea! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Hansolo Posted October 17, 2017 Share Posted October 17, 2017 Very nicely done Sir. Keep the pictures comming as you progress Cheers Hans 132nd Virtual Wing homepage & 132nd Virtual Wing YouTube channel My DCS-BIOS sketches & Cockpit Album Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
agrasyuk Posted October 18, 2017 Share Posted October 18, 2017 Another great build to follow. Looking to see how this one proceeds ) Anton. My pit build thread . Simple and cheap UFC project Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
quick Posted October 18, 2017 Author Share Posted October 18, 2017 Warning panel It's use the RGB LED with WS2812 chip, only need 4 wires every lamp, 5V, IN, OUT, GND. You can change color and bright through MCU. What color do you like,you can change it. There are some bugs on the panel,it does not matter. My A10C pit video: https://space.bilibili.com/323386663 my A10C pit thread: https://forums.eagle.ru/showthread.php?t=194670 DCS-BIOS Debug Tool https://forums.eagle.ru/showthread.php?t=217428 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
quick Posted October 24, 2017 Author Share Posted October 24, 2017 POWER & TACAN Panel The switch and knobs have changed , easy to buy in market. Screen use 0.91 inch OLED, same of the ILS panel. My A10C pit video: https://space.bilibili.com/323386663 my A10C pit thread: https://forums.eagle.ru/showthread.php?t=194670 DCS-BIOS Debug Tool https://forums.eagle.ru/showthread.php?t=217428 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Warhog Posted October 24, 2017 Share Posted October 24, 2017 It's use the RGB LED with WS2812 chip, only need 4 wires every lamp, 5V, IN, OUT, GND. You can change color and bright through MCU. What color do you like,you can change it. There are some bugs on the panel,it does not matter. It’s too bad that i didn't have the WS2812b LEDs when I built my caution panel. I might have been inclined to have some fun with color. Maybe a pale green that illuminates every cell label and when a caution turns on the cell label would turn red or yellow. Lots of possibilities.:smilewink: Regards John W aka WarHog. My Cockpit Build Pictures... My Arduino Sketches ... https://drive.google.com/drive/folders/1-Dc0Wd9C5l3uY-cPj1iQD3iAEHY6EuHg?usp=sharing WIN 10 Pro, i8-8700k @ 5.0ghz, ASUS Maximus x Code, 16GB Corsair Dominator Platinum Ram, AIO Water Cooler, M.2 512GB NVMe, 500gb SSD, EVGA GTX 1080 ti (11gb), Sony 65” 4K Display VPC MongoosT-50, TM Warthog Throttle, TRK IR 5.0, Slaw Viper Pedals Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
quick Posted October 26, 2017 Author Share Posted October 26, 2017 FUEL Panel It is a new attempt, but the result is not good. I tried to put the LED on the PCB, but the light was not uniform. And the CNC machine have some problems. Mission Failed! Continue the next attempt. My A10C pit video: https://space.bilibili.com/323386663 my A10C pit thread: https://forums.eagle.ru/showthread.php?t=194670 DCS-BIOS Debug Tool https://forums.eagle.ru/showthread.php?t=217428 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
quick Posted October 28, 2017 Author Share Posted October 28, 2017 The CNC problem A cheap 3-axis engraving machine, I found a problem, CNC engraving depth often changes. I found the reason that the Z-axis stepper motor was too small to hold the 1.5KW spindle motor. As the driver chip supports the maximum 3A current, so the replacement of a stepper motor, and now use up much better. My A10C pit video: https://space.bilibili.com/323386663 my A10C pit thread: https://forums.eagle.ru/showthread.php?t=194670 DCS-BIOS Debug Tool https://forums.eagle.ru/showthread.php?t=217428 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Mr_Burns Posted October 30, 2017 Share Posted October 30, 2017 Are you using the CNC to engrave the PCB? I really should try and sort mine out, I just have zero enthusiasm for anything lately. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
quick Posted October 31, 2017 Author Share Posted October 31, 2017 Are you using the CNC to engrave the PCB? I really should try and sort mine out, I just have zero enthusiasm for anything lately. Yes, I used the CNC engraving machine to do the PCB, but I found it very slow. I am looking for a new method, doing the test, and later I will show it in my thread. My A10C pit video: https://space.bilibili.com/323386663 my A10C pit thread: https://forums.eagle.ru/showthread.php?t=194670 DCS-BIOS Debug Tool https://forums.eagle.ru/showthread.php?t=217428 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
quick Posted October 31, 2017 Author Share Posted October 31, 2017 The frame of the console It's time to find a home for these panels. The material is useless floor, 12mm thick. The CNC maximum range is 300x400, only some small parts of the processing, the other with a curve saw to complete. My A10C pit video: https://space.bilibili.com/323386663 my A10C pit thread: https://forums.eagle.ru/showthread.php?t=194670 DCS-BIOS Debug Tool https://forums.eagle.ru/showthread.php?t=217428 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
quick Posted November 2, 2017 Author Share Posted November 2, 2017 (edited) New way to make PCB After the experiment this is not a good idea. Laser engraving will form a layer of oily film, with its protection, it is difficult to etch. I try a new way to make a PCB. 1.Use CNC to drll holes and cut.( if not have,you can drill holes after the 5 step) 2.Use Spray Paint to paint PCB. 3.Use a laser engraving machine to remove unwanted protection. 4.Use oil Marker-pen to correct the graphics.(Not necessary) 5.Use an etchant to make a PCB. On the etching solution, it can be hydrochloric acid (HCL)+ hydrogen peroxide(H2O2), anhydrous ferric chloride(FeCl3), and others. The HCL+H2O2 mode have a fast speed,but in some places it is difficult to buy. Compared with CNC manufacturing PCB, it has high speed. Edited November 10, 2017 by quick My A10C pit video: https://space.bilibili.com/323386663 my A10C pit thread: https://forums.eagle.ru/showthread.php?t=194670 DCS-BIOS Debug Tool https://forums.eagle.ru/showthread.php?t=217428 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Mr_Burns Posted November 2, 2017 Share Posted November 2, 2017 Be careful with ferric solutions, one of them is a serious water pollutant which I'd bad for Eco systems. Not sure which one but please dispose of properly! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
quick Posted November 3, 2017 Author Share Posted November 3, 2017 Be careful with ferric solutions, one of them is a serious water pollutant which I'd bad for Eco systems. Not sure which one but please dispose of properly! Waste liquid containing copper ions, is not conducive to environmental protection. Individual production is relatively small, you can collect the waste, Precipitation crystallization. In my hometown, many chemicals such as ferric chloride(FeO3) have been banned from being sold to individuals. There is an environmentally friendly etchant on the market for sale and can also be used,I don't know its chemical composition. My A10C pit video: https://space.bilibili.com/323386663 my A10C pit thread: https://forums.eagle.ru/showthread.php?t=194670 DCS-BIOS Debug Tool https://forums.eagle.ru/showthread.php?t=217428 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
quick Posted November 3, 2017 Author Share Posted November 3, 2017 ENV Panel I used a auto meter stepping motor like the Switec X27 and VID29. Driver chip using VID6608, dual-channel instrumentation stepping motor chip. My A10C pit video: https://space.bilibili.com/323386663 my A10C pit thread: https://forums.eagle.ru/showthread.php?t=194670 DCS-BIOS Debug Tool https://forums.eagle.ru/showthread.php?t=217428 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
quick Posted November 9, 2017 Author Share Posted November 9, 2017 Lights Panel I tried a lot of ways to make knobs and spray paint. 3D printer production knobs, and some direct spray paint, and some with sandpaper and then spray paint,some soaked with smooth liquid. There is the pattern of the arrow above, I use a toothpick difficult to draw a good, should buy a strokes pen to try. Feeling paint is not easy. My A10C pit video: https://space.bilibili.com/323386663 my A10C pit thread: https://forums.eagle.ru/showthread.php?t=194670 DCS-BIOS Debug Tool https://forums.eagle.ru/showthread.php?t=217428 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
RightStuff Posted November 9, 2017 Share Posted November 9, 2017 Hm... If you print the knobs, why not make a negative shape for the arrow and fill it with ink? I guess it'll be easier filling than painting with a toothpick or a small brush. Anyway: Keep up with your work! I like following the progress. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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