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Kylenahas: /* CAD */ 123D Design removed as the app is NLA

2019-02-23T02:49:02Z

CAD: 123D Design removed as the app is NLA

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	* [http://www.3ds.com/products/draftsight/overview/ DraftSight]: DraftSight is a basic 2D drafting package. It has all the drafting tools you'll need for generating professional looking plans: lines and polylines, dimensions and text, and full layering capabilities. Uses the .DWG format as its file type, so the files are cross-compatible with AutoCAD. Available for both Mac and PC.		* [http://www.3ds.com/products/draftsight/overview/ DraftSight]: DraftSight is a basic 2D drafting package. It has all the drafting tools you'll need for generating professional looking plans: lines and polylines, dimensions and text, and full layering capabilities. Uses the .DWG format as its file type, so the files are cross-compatible with AutoCAD. Available for both Mac and PC.
	* [http://www.sketchup.com/ SketchUp]: Technically a 3D program, it can be used for 2D playfield design as well as for designing mechanisms. Available for both Mac and PC.		* [http://www.sketchup.com/ SketchUp]: Technically a 3D program, it can be used for 2D playfield design as well as for designing mechanisms. Available for both Mac and PC.
	* [http://www.123dapp.com/ Autodesk123d]: This is also now available as a free download.
	* [http://www.solidworks.com/ Solidworks]: While the commercial version can cost several thousand dollars, a student edition is available for purchase for a mere $99. Solidworks has quickly become the popular goto 3d software both for it's wide acceptance and intuitive interface. It also has the ability to create assemblies with hinges, making the design of mechanisms much easier since they can be actuated virtually. It also has a light DFMEA (Design Failure Mode and Effect Analysis) to verify strength of components by applying forces to parts. This can be performed by applying specifications of material (Nylon, urethane, polypropylene) to the model.		* [http://www.solidworks.com/ Solidworks]: While the commercial version can cost several thousand dollars, a student edition is available for purchase for a mere $99. Solidworks has quickly become the popular goto 3d software both for it's wide acceptance and intuitive interface. It also has the ability to create assemblies with hinges, making the design of mechanisms much easier since they can be actuated virtually. It also has a light DFMEA (Design Failure Mode and Effect Analysis) to verify strength of components by applying forces to parts. This can be performed by applying specifications of material (Nylon, urethane, polypropylene) to the model.
	* [https://tinkercad.com/ TinkerCAD]: Online 3D modeling software.		* [https://tinkercad.com/ TinkerCAD]: Online 3D modeling software.

Jwilson: /* Playfield Sizes */

2016-11-05T18:54:37Z

Playfield Sizes

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	In the US and Canada, a single wall plug is restricted to between 15 - 20amps of rated power at 60hz. However, since plugs typically don't exceed 80% of it's rated power, it's actually limited to between 12A-16A. Most pinballs don't draw more than 4 peak amps at any time, so this is not usually an issue unless you have multiple pinball machines running on the same circuit. This should be considered the maximum available power to a game. Although at first glance it seems absurd that a design might exceed this amount, having multiple high current devices like coils, flash lamps, high power subwoofers and other power-hungry devices can eat up that power quickly. A design should take that into consideration. It is also important to note that 120 input voltage has a plus or minus 5%, so your input can be between 114-126V.		In the US and Canada, a single wall plug is restricted to between 15 - 20amps of rated power at 60hz. However, since plugs typically don't exceed 80% of it's rated power, it's actually limited to between 12A-16A. Most pinballs don't draw more than 4 peak amps at any time, so this is not usually an issue unless you have multiple pinball machines running on the same circuit. This should be considered the maximum available power to a game. Although at first glance it seems absurd that a design might exceed this amount, having multiple high current devices like coils, flash lamps, high power subwoofers and other power-hungry devices can eat up that power quickly. A design should take that into consideration. It is also important to note that 120 input voltage has a plus or minus 5%, so your input can be between 114-126V.

	~~==== Playfield Sizes ====~~

	~~Here is a [[Playfield_Sizes\|separate page]] showing the various sizes of playfields done by manufacturers over the years.~~

	==== Playfield Spacing ====		==== Playfield Spacing ====

Jwilson: /* Flow */

2016-11-05T18:53:12Z

Flow

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	For a game to be described as a '''Flow''' machine, the amount of time the ball is fully stopped without player interaction is kept at a bare minimum. This means outer loops that bring the ball back to the flippers quickly, allowing for looping, continuous shots.		For a game to be described as a '''Flow''' machine, the amount of time the ball is fully stopped without player interaction is kept at a bare minimum. This means outer loops that bring the ball back to the flippers quickly, allowing for looping, continuous shots.

	An example of this type of game would be ''Attack From Mars''', ~~1995~~ machine produced by WMS:		An example of this type of game would be ''Attack From Mars'', a machine produced by WMS:

	[[Image:afm-playfield.png]]		[[Image:afm-playfield.png]]

Bas: added Fusion360

2016-07-07T16:51:45Z

added Fusion360

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	* [http://www.solidworks.com/ Solidworks]: While the commercial version can cost several thousand dollars, a student edition is available for purchase for a mere $99. Solidworks has quickly become the popular goto 3d software both for it's wide acceptance and intuitive interface. It also has the ability to create assemblies with hinges, making the design of mechanisms much easier since they can be actuated virtually. It also has a light DFMEA (Design Failure Mode and Effect Analysis) to verify strength of components by applying forces to parts. This can be performed by applying specifications of material (Nylon, urethane, polypropylene) to the model.		* [http://www.solidworks.com/ Solidworks]: While the commercial version can cost several thousand dollars, a student edition is available for purchase for a mere $99. Solidworks has quickly become the popular goto 3d software both for it's wide acceptance and intuitive interface. It also has the ability to create assemblies with hinges, making the design of mechanisms much easier since they can be actuated virtually. It also has a light DFMEA (Design Failure Mode and Effect Analysis) to verify strength of components by applying forces to parts. This can be performed by applying specifications of material (Nylon, urethane, polypropylene) to the model.
	* [https://tinkercad.com/ TinkerCAD]: Online 3D modeling software.		* [https://tinkercad.com/ TinkerCAD]: Online 3D modeling software.
			* [http://fusion360.autodesk.com Autodesk Fusion360]: Free for hobbyists easy to use but powerful CAD software.

	=== Vector ===		=== Vector ===

Jwilson: /* Pinball Basics */

2015-01-24T03:13:50Z

Pinball Basics

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	== Pinball Basics ==		== Pinball Basics ==

	Users of this site are assumed to have a basic understanding of what a pinball machine is and of the basic operation and maintenance of them, but for the purposes of designing one, a pinball machine generally consists of at least a minimum of a flat surface (generally plywood) for a steel ball to roll on, passive ~~devicesthat~~ interact with the ball such as switches or rubbers, machine-controlled devices that interact with the ball such as pop bumpers or kickers, and user-controlled devices to direct the ball, such as flippers.		Users of this site are assumed to have a basic understanding of what a pinball machine is and of the basic operation and maintenance of them, but for the purposes of designing one, a pinball machine generally consists of at least a minimum of a flat surface (generally plywood) for a steel ball to roll on, passive devices that interact with the ball such as switches or rubbers, machine-controlled devices that interact with the ball such as pop bumpers or kickers, and user-controlled devices to direct the ball, such as flippers.

	Beyond that, the sky is the limit in terms of ideas and creativity. There are no rules that say you must use the "Two Flippers with In-lanes" standard that has been the convention since the 1960's. As a starting point, there are some standard layouts you can work from.		=== Skills Needed ===

			Pinball machines are complex constructions, requiring a diverse set of skills to complete. Some of the basics include:

			* Carpentry and Cabinetry Building
			* Electronic Design
			* Electronic Fabrication
			* Mechanical Design
			* Mechanical Fabrication
			* Computer Programming
			* Game Design
			* Graphic Design
			* Plastic Fabrication
			* Animation Design
			* Music Composition


			It's important to remember this list when planning out the roadmap to not get stuck half way through - be prepared and willing to leverage the wider maker community when skills fall short.

	=== Layouts ===		=== Layouts ===

			The sky is the limit in terms of ideas and creativity. There are no rules that say you must use the "Two Flippers with In-lanes" standard that has been the convention since the 1960's. As a starting point, there are some standard layouts you can work from.

	If you need some inspiration, the modern machine layouts fall into two categories: '''Flow''' and '''Stop-and-Go'''.		If you need some inspiration, the modern machine layouts fall into two categories: '''Flow''' and '''Stop-and-Go'''.

Jwilson: /* Playfield Sizes */

2015-01-14T22:27:15Z

Playfield Sizes

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	Here is a [[Playfield_Sizes\|separate page]] showing the various sizes of playfields done by manufacturers over the years.		Here is a [[Playfield_Sizes\|separate page]] showing the various sizes of playfields done by manufacturers over the years.

			==== Playfield Spacing ====

			For most WPC games, the holes for the flippers are '''1/2"''' in diameter and the centers are located '''7"''' up from the bottom edge of the playfield, while the flippers are from '''6 13/16"''' to '''7"''' apart from center to center.

	==== Standard vs Widebody ====		==== Standard vs Widebody ====

Jwilson: /* Playfield Sizes */

2015-01-14T22:24:48Z

Playfield Sizes

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	==== Playfield Sizes ====		==== Playfield Sizes ====

	~~A game usually has to fit into a room, or fit through a door, so space is an important consideration. For example, here~~ is a ~~list~~ of ~~playfield sizes used~~ by ~~the~~ manufacturers over the years~~, which is useful if re-purposing an existing cabinet for a custom game:~~		Here is a [[Playfield_Sizes\|separate page]] showing the various sizes of playfields done by manufacturers over the years.

	~~'' see [[Playfield Sizes]] ''~~

	==== Standard vs Widebody ====		==== Standard vs Widebody ====

Jwilson: /* CAD */

2015-01-14T14:46:01Z

CAD

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	* [http://www.3ds.com/products/draftsight/overview/ DraftSight]: DraftSight is a basic 2D drafting package. It has all the drafting tools you'll need for generating professional looking plans: lines and polylines, dimensions and text, and full layering capabilities. Uses the .DWG format as its file type, so the files are cross-compatible with AutoCAD. Available for both Mac and PC.		* [http://www.3ds.com/products/draftsight/overview/ DraftSight]: DraftSight is a basic 2D drafting package. It has all the drafting tools you'll need for generating professional looking plans: lines and polylines, dimensions and text, and full layering capabilities. Uses the .DWG format as its file type, so the files are cross-compatible with AutoCAD. Available for both Mac and PC.
	* [http://www.sketchup.com/ SketchUp]: Technically a 3D program, it can be used for 2D playfield design as well as for designing mechanisms. Available for both Mac and PC.		* [http://www.sketchup.com/ SketchUp]: Technically a 3D program, it can be used for 2D playfield design as well as for designing mechanisms. Available for both Mac and PC.
	* [http://www.123dapp.com/ Autodesk123d]: This is also now available as a free download		* [http://www.123dapp.com/ Autodesk123d]: This is also now available as a free download.

	* [http://www.solidworks.com/ Solidworks]: While the commercial version can cost several thousand dollars, a student edition is available for purchase for a mere $99. Solidworks has quickly become the popular goto 3d software both for it's wide acceptance and intuitive interface. It also has the ability to create assemblies with hinges, making the design of mechanisms much easier since they can be actuated virtually. It also has a light DFMEA (Design Failure Mode and Effect Analysis) to verify strength of components by applying forces to parts. This can be performed by applying specifications of material (Nylon, urethane, polypropylene) to the model.		* [http://www.solidworks.com/ Solidworks]: While the commercial version can cost several thousand dollars, a student edition is available for purchase for a mere $99. Solidworks has quickly become the popular goto 3d software both for it's wide acceptance and intuitive interface. It also has the ability to create assemblies with hinges, making the design of mechanisms much easier since they can be actuated virtually. It also has a light DFMEA (Design Failure Mode and Effect Analysis) to verify strength of components by applying forces to parts. This can be performed by applying specifications of material (Nylon, urethane, polypropylene) to the model.
			* [https://tinkercad.com/ TinkerCAD]: Online 3D modeling software.

	=== Vector ===		=== Vector ===

BloodyCactus: /* Playfield Sizes */

2015-01-13T23:45:33Z

Playfield Sizes

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 A game usually has to fit into a room, or fit through a door, so space is an important consideration.  For example, here is a list of playfield sizes used by the manufacturers over the years, which is useful if re-purposing an existing cabinet for a custom game:
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 ==== Standard vs Widebody ====

Toyotaboy: /* CAD */

2015-01-12T16:29:52Z

CAD

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	* [http://www.3ds.com/products/draftsight/overview/ DraftSight]: DraftSight is a basic 2D drafting package. It has all the drafting tools you'll need for generating professional looking plans: lines and polylines, dimensions and text, and full layering capabilities. Uses the .DWG format as its file type, so the files are cross-compatible with AutoCAD. Available for both Mac and PC.		* [http://www.3ds.com/products/draftsight/overview/ DraftSight]: DraftSight is a basic 2D drafting package. It has all the drafting tools you'll need for generating professional looking plans: lines and polylines, dimensions and text, and full layering capabilities. Uses the .DWG format as its file type, so the files are cross-compatible with AutoCAD. Available for both Mac and PC.
	* [http://www.sketchup.com/ SketchUp]: Technically a 3D program, it can be used for 2D playfield design as well as for designing mechanisms. Available for both Mac and PC.		* [http://www.sketchup.com/ SketchUp]: Technically a 3D program, it can be used for 2D playfield design as well as for designing mechanisms. Available for both Mac and PC.
			* [http://www.123dapp.com/ Autodesk123d]: This is also now available as a free download

	* Solidworks - While the commercial version can cost several thousand dollars, a student edition is available for purchase for a mere $99. Solidworks has quickly become the popular goto 3d software both for it's wide acceptance and intuitive interface. It also has the ability to create assemblies with hinges, making the design of mechanisms much easier since they can be actuated virtually. It also has a light DFMEA (Design Failure Mode and Effect Analysis) to verify strength of components by applying forces to parts. This can be performed by applying specifications of material (Nylon, urethane, polypropylene) to the model.		* [http://www.solidworks.com/ Solidworks]: While the commercial version can cost several thousand dollars, a student edition is available for purchase for a mere $99. Solidworks has quickly become the popular goto 3d software both for it's wide acceptance and intuitive interface. It also has the ability to create assemblies with hinges, making the design of mechanisms much easier since they can be actuated virtually. It also has a light DFMEA (Design Failure Mode and Effect Analysis) to verify strength of components by applying forces to parts. This can be performed by applying specifications of material (Nylon, urethane, polypropylene) to the model.

	=== Vector ===		=== Vector ===