ok...V2 came in.
This version takes a new approach.
The concept is to fully assemble the DNA and all connections prior to inserting into the body. There is a skeleton structure which holds the DNA chip and secures the DNA screen in the base window. The connectors to the top cap for the skeleton slide in from the top and can be soldered in place with good access. Wattage control button remain in the same location. After wiring up the DNA, side walls are attached to the skeleton to separate juice and battery tubes. Then the whole unit just slides into the body. The top cap components are a bit complex, but essentially they are designed for access to solder the top cap connectors. This version uses magnets as well to keep things tight.
First up:
Parts received from Shapeways. I sprued all the parts together so essentialy I only needed to order three parts. The internal components are in white, strong flexible, the skeleton and fire button are in black detail and the body is alumide.
Here is the internal structure assembled (Top and Bottom). The top cap on the side has an extra alternate interior component design in it.
Side by side with V1 for size comparison:
So you may have noticed the black detail components look a bit rough. They are. I was a bit disappointed here, these pieces did not have glossy smoothness that black detail usually has. I have message into shapeways on this, I assume they will make good and reprint for free.
Here is a better look at what I am talking about:
So thats the bad news, this build is going to have to wait for redos from Shapeways. The good news is that all the parts fit really well. The precision in Shapeways sizing is remarkable.
Oh... and the even better news is that I received the shipping notice for V3.
It has less parts, is more tightly integrated and has a better overall body design. And I added a few bonus elements to really spice things up