Any plans to allow for multiple unique parts in one cube? And if so, would you prefer to mix like parts with like parts, or mix different part types? i.e. one bin holds multiple types of resistors or one bin holds a unique resistor value and a button
Asking because I’ve tried both approaching when setting up lab spaces, but both systems sort of fall apart without the correct maintenance/tidying_up. Apologies if you answered it in the blog and I just missed it.
Either way, I like the idea of busting out the hammer you know how to use.
For my purposes, the bins are small enough that I'm fine with only keeping a single part in each bin. The problem is however related to something I was considering, namely multi-square bins for bigger parts. I decided against implementing it simply to reduce the scope for now, but it is for sure possible.
If I were to place multiple parts in a single square, I'd probably subdivide the bin and keep related parts in each sub-bin. Perhaps resistors in a series of Ohms or resistors with the same resistance but different sizes.
Would also be curious about how best to support different storage approaches, like reels on a shelf etc.
And a BOM can be imported from a csv file exported from a Digikey/mouser shopping cart. Although now that you mention it, re-stocking from such a csv would be a really nice addition.
One suggestion: for smd resistors and capacitors I’m using plastic mini vials:
https://ae-pic-a1.aliexpress-media.com/kf/S69e6442d03074cd0b...
They come in all sizes and if you drill holes in a thick piece of plastic you can arrange them and put them in a single drawer.
Love your idea of using vials. How do you get a controlled amount of resistors out of there? Do you pour them out onto a tray or can you get pliers in there?
One final thing maybe: I stick to the smallest smd size I’m comfortable with: 0805. I keep those stocked and I have a small stock of 1206 and 0603 for repair work.
