The Nixie Clock

I am really intrigued with technology of all kinds.

The Nixie tube clock really reflects a somewhat magical age of technology for me.

It was a time when you could see the actual "moving" parts.

Unlike today, where everything is unimaginably small, you can see individual digits stacked and glowing.

It is simply art.

I designed and built this clock quite a few years back, although until now I never built a box around it. I struggled to find an outside that would complement the inside. A short time ago I decided to build a case of stained glass, copper, and brass.

A quick trip to Western Art Glass gave me my answer.

I can do this!

Allison Klinger, the owner, listened to what I was wanting, helped me pick out the glass, and even cut the panels for me! (YOU ROCK Allison)

Hey, if I can solder the main board I can sure as heck build a box out of stained glass.

The NH14 tubes are still possible to find on ebay, as well as the driver chips.

The clock can be connected to a WWVB time signal; it will set itself and even figure out day light savings time.