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Re: Fibre Optic Question
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lugnet.technic
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Fri, 21 Apr 2000 14:53:49 GMT
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On Thu, 20 Apr 2000 17:44:30 GMT, "Matthew Karius"
<mjkarius@yahoo.com> wrote:
> In lugnet.technic, Adrian Drake writes:
> ...
> > As far as I know, the only sets with them are the 8480 space shuttle and 8456
> > fiber-optic multi set.
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> > You need to provide two things for the fiber-optics to work. First is power
> > to the fiberoptic module, and the second is a rotation source through the
> > center of the fiberoptic module.
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> > Adrian
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> Set number 6979 UFO Interstellar Starfighter also inlcludes fiber-optics.
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> Regards,
> Matt
A few notes and some opinions on the sets mentioned...
Even though it's not a Technic set, the 6979 would probably be a
good cheap choice for a fiber optic unit to experiment with, as it
comes with a battery box, micro motor and needed wiring. They are at
$40.00 at my local K-mart on clearance. You will have a lot of wasted
parts, however, unless you have other use for those huge UFO saucer
pieces. (Although you may be able to trade them)
An 8480 would be the best source for a serious technic-head,
as you can use the numerous leftover parts for other creations. You
would get 2 motors in that one plus the large 9v battery box, and 2
really LONG wires! It will cost you more though. The 8456 has the
FO unit and battery box but no motor. The Mindstorms extreme
creatures set just has the FO unit, no motor or battery box.
Thomas
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| In lugnet.technic, Adrian Drake writes: ... (...) Set number 6979 UFO Interstellar Starfighter also inlcludes fiber-optics. Regards, Matt (24 years ago, 20-Apr-00, to lugnet.technic)
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