Looking at the labelling on these 4 buttons/switches - would it be possible to have the writing ammended/changed properly to look factory?



Any info appreciated

 

How about using letraset with a bit of varnish

 

Tis an option - just wondered if there was a printing process that could do it.*



*Quickly/Easily/Cheaply

 

YES!
TES!!
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A screenprintung firm could do it but as a one off 10 to 20 quid a button

 

To get it properly silk-screened won't be particularly cheap - I know of a supplier who can do it for Ł100 minimum charge, which I think that would qualify for.

The other option (which may be how it's been done by the oem) is to have the new legend laser/mechanically engraved/embossed to e.g. 0.25mm, then paint it in and wipe away any excess. This should be cheaper as anywhere with CNC mill or laser cutting facilities could do it.

Chris

 

Cheers for the info Cam...

If it was Ł20 for a factory finish job - i'd probably do it...

Ł40 suddenly seems a LOT of money though

 

Chris - I did wonder about having it laser etched! Now all i need is someone with a laser etcher...

 

That was per button as well
I had an Alpine 7909 stereo facia custom screenprinted...in 1988 and it cost me a bottle of vodka and an eighth of special Morrocan herb extract..lol

 

Engraving then painting would be cheapest option imo

 

Try a watch/jewellery shop for mechanical engraving, if you don't need fancy graphics etc....

Or give CEL in Telford a ring

 

Basically i've got a blank 2 switch panel in my dash at the moment, i'm wanting to get something like from the above photo and modify the 2 switches to control my nitrous arming swith and bottle heater

So would only be after a bit of lettering to indicate which is which

 

letraset/laquer or mechanical engraving paint will be your best/cheapest options

 

A connoisseur I see...... you still have your 7909?

 

Yes still got it and still works/sounds perfect

 

As the white part of the symbol lights up (I think LOL) it will be a bit more difficult...

 

we do similar on aircraft switch gear, the plastic we use is effectivelly clear perspex with a matt black over it then engrave at a few microns to show the white/clear underneath

 

sorry to be off topic, I have one too! Always wanted to find a spare! lol

 

Will, bear in mind that the switches are non-latching as the systems are controlled via the GEM in a focus. You will therefore need either a latching relay or an electronic latch circuit which would take up less space (can build you one if you need it).

 

I think the wee circle is the only part lights up. I should remember this i had a ST170 for 3 years lol.

 

Sorry, I mean with sidelights, not to show the button has been pressed.

 

lol still have my 7909 and 7638r (twiddler)