Total rebuild *Friday 13th Grrr

[Dougiestyle]

So, the end of my workday on Friday 13th brought me a weekend project. My main vape, the aluminum DNA12 bottomfed box, suffered a catastrophic failure (i.e. circuit failed) from unknown reasons. I built this guy for the rugged environment I work in. So, luckily I had an extre DNA12. 8.5hrs later... it's back in business. I replaced all the components; connector, button, potentiometer, battery contacts, charger and, of course, the PCB.

I'm not superstitious regarding Friday 13th (black cats, yes), but this one in particular can kiss my .....

 

[wbart]

* Congratulations, Glad you got it working even if it took forever

 

[Dougiestyle]

I'm blind in one eye, so soldering is a real challenge most of the time. Depth perception is highly underappreciated until you lose the use of an eye.

 

[retird]

Congratulations, Glad you got it rebuilt.....

 

[Stingbk]

Hey I have a birthday on Friday the 13th now and then. 13 is my favorite #