Farnsworth Discussion
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The reason I said cell phone so quick is because I've already considered this.
Here is the only 4G phone I can find that has the correct (or close to correct) screen ratio that will also likely fit in the Farnsworth case.
LG Optimus Vu 3 III F300 F300L Android Unlocked WIFI GPS 5.2" 13MP 4G. The reason it is good is that is a 4:3 screen ratio that you would need for a perfectly ROUND window as shown in the device.
You can find them on eBay. Refurbished. I think it would already be a stretch to add the right knobs. And not likely to make the knobs functional.
You will find all other cell phone screens are not wide enough for the screen that is shown in the Farnsworth. Alternative, you could use a smaller cell phone and smaller screen on your Farnsworth.
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As far as adjusting the audio with a physical control knob, this is what I came up with.
Stereo Jack AUX 3.5mm Audio Cord Cable Headphone Microphone Inline Volume Adjust
Also available off of eBay. The 3 band plug goes in the headset jack on the Optimus Vu, and the other end is standard aux that can be made to go to a speaker in your Farnsworth. Since the end is male, you might have to cut off the end and hard wire it to a speaker inside.
I wasn't sure I could make all this fit.
Good luck, and I'd love to see if you can pull this off.
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Does anyone have any experience with making Claudia's Farnsworth. I have had no luck
finding parts for this version.
finding parts for this version.
littleewok
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Ok, so I was all over these forums from the beginning. Bought all the parts and constructed my own. Lost it in a move years back and I’m still sick over it! Been thinking of jumping back in and building a new one. Thing is, I bought the custom faceplate from a maker here (and I believe the clear domed screen too) and I can’t recall who it was I’m about to start digging through the forums here to see if I can find the info. But if anyone knows off the top of their head where I can find those pieces or who to contact to commission one could you please let me know? Thanks!
I am actually going to build a Claudia's Farnsworth (including internals)
I am currently sourcing the parts from the links and labels (that are broken in this thread) and across other posts and youtube builds.
there's another thread with part sourcing info here
www.therpf.com
I Will report back.. its a Xmas present.. so it will be soon lol
I am currently sourcing the parts from the links and labels (that are broken in this thread) and across other posts and youtube builds.
there's another thread with part sourcing info here
Warehouse 13 - Claudia's (Farnsworth's) Farnsworth
Didn't they have a shot of the inside of the regular Farnsworth in this episode?
www.therpf.com
I Will report back.. its a Xmas present.. so it will be soon lol
I will be following your build with anticipation.
Im collecting parts!
Would you mind posting the maker of the case and the dimensions of the box.
(I'm not the one you wrote to) I'll show you the box I got off of Amazon. Not too bad on price.
<CLICK LINK> Possible Farnsworth case on Amazon
Mjolnir44
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Its a Ames fly fishing Box. Measurement - 6.125" X 3.125" x 1.125" from a e-bay vendor $15.75 plus shipping (2.99)
Thank you one and all for the information. I just bought a box on Ebay. Now
if someone with talent could do a run of faceplates for Claudia's Farnsworth
we would be ahead of the game.
if someone with talent could do a run of faceplates for Claudia's Farnsworth
we would be ahead of the game.
Tansypotato
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Hey guys! Warehouse 13 is my absolute favorite tv show, and I've always wanted my own Farnsworth.
I've been exploring this thread, as well as a tutorial on the topic, and I've assembled an Amazon wishlist for most of the things needed.
Obviously, the only thing I can't put on it is the faceplate, but I'm currently thinking about my options for that.
The only thing that's not quite the same is the middle knob, which would have to be painted brown.
I've been exploring this thread, as well as a tutorial on the topic, and I've assembled an Amazon wishlist for most of the things needed.
Obviously, the only thing I can't put on it is the faceplate, but I'm currently thinking about my options for that.
The only thing that's not quite the same is the middle knob, which would have to be painted brown.
Check out my list on Amazon
www.amazon.com
BeachcomberBob
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You can get brown ones on Ebay:- #121466228028. If not, I think I still have some left over (somewhere in my empire of junkHey guys! Warehouse 13 is my absolute favorite tv show, and I've always wanted my own Farnsworth.
I've been exploring this thread, as well as a tutorial on the topic, and I've assembled an Amazon wishlist for most of the things needed.
Obviously, the only thing I can't put on it is the faceplate, but I'm currently thinking about my options for that.
The only thing that's not quite the same is the middle knob, which would have to be painted brown.
Check out my list on Amazon
www.amazon.com
), so if you're struggling with obtaining parts, get back to me and I'll see what I can do. I also have a stock of the red domed lens - I had to buy a whole pack.
Tansypotato
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That'd be awesome! I'm open to it, it would be nice to get just one of what I need instead of buying multiples.You can get brown ones on Ebay:- #121466228028. If not, I think I still have some left over (somewhere in my empire of junk
BeachcomberBob
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Sorry I haven't gotten back to you sooner. Where in the world are you? I have most of the parts needed (somewhere in my pile of stuff), so if you let me know what you need, I can have a hunt around and see what I can rustle up for you.
Just so you can trust that I'm not some 'cardboard box' level maker, here's my own build:-
I am happy to report back, but super delayed.. I used the beautiful images made by
used the
this is the layout I was trying to mimic
the bottom glass tube base is balsa wood (pic above)
front face removable mock, using small magnets to hols it on (pic above)
curved scientific glass will be painted white (pic above)
PVC notched and cut and stainless screen bent to a dome using pressure inside the mount with a screw driver (pic above)
printed wet transfer dial (pic above)
mocked up placement (pic above)
the gold laminated ABS plastic I found (pic above)
Print test of the wet transfer on the gold ABS pre install (pic above)
test of the wet transfer on the gold ABS (pic above)
test of the wet transfer on the gold ABS (pic above)
detail of the bent copper wire based off of BeachcomberBob image linked above. drop of gold paint to simulate weld (pic above)
more detail photos... not the cleanest, but it works
more detail
pretty happy with the results
please post questions and I can share info as requested
BeachcomberBob image (big props to your skills sir!!)
and some different application methods to mock up this version. I did wet transfer printed black over mirror gold for the inlay effect.used the
RICHARD WHEATLEY 4601 BOX
Richard Wheatley 4601 Box
Richard Wheatley 4601 Black aluminum box with flat foam in the lid and base. Size in inches: 6 " x 3 1/2 " x 1 1/8 " (Part# 4601) Standard lead time is 21 days
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this is the layout I was trying to mimic
the bottom glass tube base is balsa wood (pic above)
front face removable mock, using small magnets to hols it on (pic above)
curved scientific glass will be painted white (pic above)
PVC notched and cut and stainless screen bent to a dome using pressure inside the mount with a screw driver (pic above)
printed wet transfer dial (pic above)
mocked up placement (pic above)
the gold laminated ABS plastic I found (pic above)
Print test of the wet transfer on the gold ABS pre install (pic above)
test of the wet transfer on the gold ABS (pic above)
test of the wet transfer on the gold ABS (pic above)
detail of the bent copper wire based off of BeachcomberBob image linked above. drop of gold paint to simulate weld (pic above)
more detail photos... not the cleanest, but it works
more detail
pretty happy with the results
please post questions and I can share info as requested
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