Pinecil Hall Effect Sensor - Revision history

River: /* Images */

2023-06-18T22:13:25Z

Images

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	== Images ==		== Images ==
	<gallery mode="packed" heights=200px>		<gallery mode="packed" heights=200px>
	Image:Hall-Effect-Sensor01.jpg\|Before install, location at U14		Image:Hall-Effect-Sensor01.jpg\|Before install, empty location at U14
	Image:Hall-effect-sensor02.jpg\|After install		Image:Hall-effect-sensor02.jpg\|After install

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	File:Hall-effect-sensor01.jpg\| Only needs small amount of solder		File:Hall-effect-sensor01.jpg\| Only needs small amount of solder
	File:Hall-effect-sensor03.jpg\| Kapton tape/protect the 3 Via holes above 3-pin side		File:Hall-effect-sensor03.jpg\| Kapton tape/protect the 3 Via holes above 3-pin side before soldering.
	File:NTC-temp-Sensor.jpg\| Kapton tape/protect the NTC sensor on opposite side of V2 (V1 does not have this)		File:NTC-temp-Sensor.jpg\| Kapton tape/protect the NTC sensor on opposite side of V2 (V1 does not have this)
	</gallery>		</gallery>

River: /* Installation */

2023-04-22T21:08:39Z

Installation

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	== Installation ==		== Installation ==
	# Updating to the newest firmware before installing is recommended, see the [[Pinecil#Firmware & Updates\|Firmware article]]. These instructions are for 2.18 or newer firmware.		# Updating to the newest firmware before installing is recommended, see the [[Pinecil#Firmware & Updates\|Firmware article]]. These instructions are for 2.18 or newer firmware.
	# The HES is located at the very front of the Pinecil, ~~tip end~~, see [[#Images\|pcb images here]].		# The HES is located at the very front of the Pinecil, where the cartridge enters, see [[#Images\|pcb images here]].
	# Once it is soldered, cleaned, and assembled, check the sleep menu, a new hall sensitivity option appears.		# Once it is soldered, cleaned, and assembled, check the sleep menu, a new hall sensitivity option appears.
	# See this article on how to set up the [https://github.com/Ralim/IronOS/blob/dev/Documentation/HallSensor.md sensitivity settings] on the firmware menu (Ralim's IronOS).		# See this article on how to set up the [https://github.com/Ralim/IronOS/blob/dev/Documentation/HallSensor.md sensitivity settings] on the firmware menu (Ralim's IronOS).

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	# Borrow a second soldering iron (this is when 2x Pinecils is a good idea).		# Borrow a second soldering iron (this is when 2x Pinecils is a good idea).
	# Get some [https://a.co/d/0jU8zic neodymium magnets], just two 8x2.7mm at 8:00PM and 12:00PM on the stand could be enough. Experimentation is needed. Start with just one small magnet and increase the number placed around the stand until 360° sleep is activated when the Pinecil hits the stand.		# Get some [https://a.co/d/0jU8zic neodymium magnets], just two 8x2.7mm at 8:00PM and 12:00PM on the stand could be enough. Experimentation is needed. Start with just one small magnet and increase the number placed around the stand until 360° sleep is activated when the Pinecil hits the stand.
	# Reference [[Pinecil:~~_How_to_Repair~~#Schematics_and_Board_Data \| Schematics are here]] (search for U14).		# Reference [[Pinecil:_Test,_Repair,_Issues#Schematics_and_Board_Data \| Schematics are here]] (search for U14).

	== Videos ==		== Videos ==

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2023-04-22T20:55:20Z

broken link

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	# It is recommended to solder this with an iron with a small tip instead of using hot air (depends on your experience with hot air). See photos below, use kapton tape to protect nearby components: the 3 via holes above the 3-pin side, and the NTC temperature sensor on the other side. If too much heat is applied, it could damage the pcb, and/or affect the I2C and cause screen corruption.		# It is recommended to solder this with an iron with a small tip instead of using hot air (depends on your experience with hot air). See photos below, use kapton tape to protect nearby components: the 3 via holes above the 3-pin side, and the NTC temperature sensor on the other side. If too much heat is applied, it could damage the pcb, and/or affect the I2C and cause screen corruption.
	# Apply generous flux to the area. If lead solder is being used, it is recommended to remove some of the existing no-lead solder that is already on the U14 pads.		# Apply generous flux to the area. If lead solder is being used, it is recommended to remove some of the existing no-lead solder that is already on the U14 pads.
	# After the HES is soldered, clean the area completely with 99% isopropyl alcohol (IPA) and a soft toothbrush or small paint brush and dry before [[Pinecil: ~~How to Repair~~#Assembly steps\|assembly]]. Air/hair dryer could be used to blow out some of the wet IPA. Not cleaning it well enough could cause some I2C noise on the screen. Try to keep IPA/alcohol away from OLED screens.		# After the HES is soldered, clean the area completely with 99% isopropyl alcohol (IPA) and a soft toothbrush or small paint brush and dry before [[Pinecil:_Test,_Repair,_Issues#Assembly steps\|assembly]]. Air/hair dryer could be used to blow out some of the wet IPA. Not cleaning it well enough could cause some I2C noise on the screen. Try to keep IPA/alcohol away from OLED screens.
	# If the stand/holder is not metal, tape magnets near where the Pinecil enters the hole in the holder to test out good locations. Hot glue is another option.		# If the stand/holder is not metal, tape magnets near where the Pinecil enters the hole in the holder to test out good locations. Hot glue is another option.
	# When closing the handle, inspect that the the seam line is fully snaped closed; avoid pressing the screen.		# When closing the handle, inspect that the the seam line is fully snaped closed; avoid pressing the screen.

River: /* Tools and Supplies */

2023-04-10T19:17:11Z

Tools and Supplies

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	# Order a Hall Effect Sensor [https://www.lcsc.com/product-detail/Position-Sensor_SILICON-LABS-SI7210-B-00-IVR_C2654956.html (SI7210-B-00 here)], also at Digikey and Mouser.		# Order a Hall Effect Sensor [https://www.lcsc.com/product-detail/Position-Sensor_SILICON-LABS-SI7210-B-00-IVR_C2654956.html (SI7210-B-00 here)], also at Digikey and Mouser.
	# Ordering 2-3 might be a good idea in case the first one is damaged during install (if all goes well, one could mail the extras to a friend or another Pine64 member in the community chat ;).		# Ordering 2-3 might be a good idea in case the first one is damaged during install (if all goes well, one could mail the extras to a friend or another Pine64 member in the community chat ;).
	# Jeweler's magnifying glasses or magnifying lamp or a microscope is recommended as the SOT23 chip is very small.		# Jeweler's magnifying glasses or magnifying lamp or a microscope is recommended as the [https://madpcb.com/glossary/sot-23/ SOT23] chip is very small.
	# Borrow a second soldering iron (this is when 2x Pinecils is a good idea).		# Borrow a second soldering iron (this is when 2x Pinecils is a good idea).
	# Get some [https://a.co/d/0jU8zic neodymium magnets], just two 8x2.7mm at 8:00PM and 12:00PM on the stand could be enough. Experimentation is needed. Start with just one small magnet and increase the number placed around the stand until 360° sleep is activated when the Pinecil hits the stand.		# Get some [https://a.co/d/0jU8zic neodymium magnets], just two 8x2.7mm at 8:00PM and 12:00PM on the stand could be enough. Experimentation is needed. Start with just one small magnet and increase the number placed around the stand until 360° sleep is activated when the Pinecil hits the stand.

River: /* Hints */

2023-04-05T14:04:16Z

Hints

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	# It is recommended to solder this with an iron with a small tip instead of using hot air (depends on your experience with hot air). See photos below, use kapton tape to protect nearby components: the 3 via holes above the 3-pin side, and the NTC temperature sensor on the other side. If too much heat is applied, it could damage the pcb, and/or affect the I2C and cause screen corruption.		# It is recommended to solder this with an iron with a small tip instead of using hot air (depends on your experience with hot air). See photos below, use kapton tape to protect nearby components: the 3 via holes above the 3-pin side, and the NTC temperature sensor on the other side. If too much heat is applied, it could damage the pcb, and/or affect the I2C and cause screen corruption.
	# Apply generous flux to the area. If lead solder is being used, it is recommended to remove some of the existing no-lead solder that is already on the U14 pads.		# Apply generous flux to the area. If lead solder is being used, it is recommended to remove some of the existing no-lead solder that is already on the U14 pads.
	# After the HES is soldered, clean the area completely with 99% isopropyl alcohol (IPA) and a soft toothbrush or small paint brush and dry before [[Pinecil: How to Repair#Assembly steps\|assembly]]. Air/hair dryer could be used to blow out some of the wet IPA ~~or just wait~~. Not cleaning it well enough could cause some I2C noise on the screen. Try to keep IPA/alcohol away from OLED screens.		# After the HES is soldered, clean the area completely with 99% isopropyl alcohol (IPA) and a soft toothbrush or small paint brush and dry before [[Pinecil: How to Repair#Assembly steps\|assembly]]. Air/hair dryer could be used to blow out some of the wet IPA. Not cleaning it well enough could cause some I2C noise on the screen. Try to keep IPA/alcohol away from OLED screens.
	# If the stand/holder is not metal, tape magnets near where the Pinecil enters the hole in the holder to test out good locations. Hot glue is another option.		# If the stand/holder is not metal, tape magnets near where the Pinecil enters the hole in the holder to test out good locations. Hot glue is another option.
	# When closing the handle, inspect that the the seam line is fully snaped closed; avoid pressing the screen.		# When closing the handle, inspect that the the seam line is fully snaped closed; avoid pressing the screen.

River: /* Hints */

2023-04-05T14:03:37Z

Hints

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	# It is recommended to solder this with an iron with a small tip instead of using hot air (depends on your experience with hot air). See photos below, use kapton tape to protect nearby components: the 3 via holes above the 3-pin side, and the NTC temperature sensor on the other side. If too much heat is applied, it could damage the pcb, and/or affect the I2C and cause screen corruption.		# It is recommended to solder this with an iron with a small tip instead of using hot air (depends on your experience with hot air). See photos below, use kapton tape to protect nearby components: the 3 via holes above the 3-pin side, and the NTC temperature sensor on the other side. If too much heat is applied, it could damage the pcb, and/or affect the I2C and cause screen corruption.
	# Apply generous flux to the area. If lead solder is being used, it is recommended to remove some of the existing no-lead solder that is already on the U14 pads.		# Apply generous flux to the area. If lead solder is being used, it is recommended to remove some of the existing no-lead solder that is already on the U14 pads.
	# After the HES is soldered, clean the area completely with 99% isopropyl alcohol (IPA) and a soft toothbrush or ~~paintbrush~~ and dry before [[Pinecil: How to Repair#Assembly steps\|assembly]]. Air/hair dryer could be used to blow out some of the wet IPA or just wait. Not cleaning it well enough could cause some I2C noise on the screen. Try to keep IPA/alcohol away from OLED screens.		# After the HES is soldered, clean the area completely with 99% isopropyl alcohol (IPA) and a soft toothbrush or small paint brush and dry before [[Pinecil: How to Repair#Assembly steps\|assembly]]. Air/hair dryer could be used to blow out some of the wet IPA or just wait. Not cleaning it well enough could cause some I2C noise on the screen. Try to keep IPA/alcohol away from OLED screens.
	# If the stand/holder is not metal, tape magnets near where the Pinecil enters the hole in the holder to test out good locations. Hot glue is another option.		# If the stand/holder is not metal, tape magnets near where the Pinecil enters the hole in the holder to test out good locations. Hot glue is another option.
	# When closing the handle, inspect that the the seam line is fully snaped closed; avoid pressing the screen.		# When closing the handle, inspect that the the seam line is fully snaped closed; avoid pressing the screen.

River: /* Hints */

2023-04-05T14:02:56Z

Hints

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	# Try not to overheat the sensor while soldering as that could damage it and even cause a leg to fall off.		# Try not to overheat the sensor while soldering as that could damage it and even cause a leg to fall off.
	# This is a small SOT23 chip. Tacking one pin on the 2-pin side helps to hold it in place before soldering the rest of the sensor.		# This is a small SOT23 chip. Tacking one pin on the 2-pin side helps to hold it in place before soldering the rest of the sensor.
	# It is recommended to solder this with an iron with a small tip instead of using hot air (depends on your experience ~~level~~ with hot air). See photos below, use kapton tape to protect nearby components: the 3 via holes above the 3-pin side, and the NTC temperature sensor on the other side. If too much heat is applied, it could damage the pcb, and/or affect the I2C and cause screen corruption.		# It is recommended to solder this with an iron with a small tip instead of using hot air (depends on your experience with hot air). See photos below, use kapton tape to protect nearby components: the 3 via holes above the 3-pin side, and the NTC temperature sensor on the other side. If too much heat is applied, it could damage the pcb, and/or affect the I2C and cause screen corruption.
	# Apply generous flux to the area. If lead solder is being used, it is recommended to remove some of the existing no-lead solder that is already on the U14 pads.		# Apply generous flux to the area. If lead solder is being used, it is recommended to remove some of the existing no-lead solder that is already on the U14 pads.
	# After the HES is soldered, clean the area completely with 99% isopropyl alcohol (IPA) and a soft toothbrush or paintbrush and dry before [[Pinecil: How to Repair#Assembly steps\|assembly]]. Air/hair dryer could be used to blow out some of the wet IPA or just wait. Not cleaning it well enough could cause some I2C noise on the screen. Try to keep IPA/alcohol away from OLED screens.		# After the HES is soldered, clean the area completely with 99% isopropyl alcohol (IPA) and a soft toothbrush or paintbrush and dry before [[Pinecil: How to Repair#Assembly steps\|assembly]]. Air/hair dryer could be used to blow out some of the wet IPA or just wait. Not cleaning it well enough could cause some I2C noise on the screen. Try to keep IPA/alcohol away from OLED screens.

River: /* Hints */

2023-04-05T14:02:00Z

Hints

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	== Hints ==		== Hints ==
	# Try not to overheat the sensor while soldering as that could damage it and even cause a leg to fall off. This is a small SOT23 chip. Tacking one pin on the 2-pin side helps to hold it in place before soldering the rest of the sensor.		# Try not to overheat the sensor while soldering as that could damage it and even cause a leg to fall off.
			# This is a small SOT23 chip. Tacking one pin on the 2-pin side helps to hold it in place before soldering the rest of the sensor.
	# It is recommended to solder this with an iron with a small tip instead of using hot air (depends on your experience level with hot air). See photos below, use kapton tape to protect nearby components: the 3 via holes above the 3-pin side, and the NTC temperature sensor on the other side. If too much heat is applied, it could damage the pcb, and/or affect the I2C and cause screen corruption.		# It is recommended to solder this with an iron with a small tip instead of using hot air (depends on your experience level with hot air). See photos below, use kapton tape to protect nearby components: the 3 via holes above the 3-pin side, and the NTC temperature sensor on the other side. If too much heat is applied, it could damage the pcb, and/or affect the I2C and cause screen corruption.
	# Apply generous flux to the area. If lead solder is being used, it is recommended to remove some of the existing no-lead solder that is already on the U14 pads.		# Apply generous flux to the area. If lead solder is being used, it is recommended to remove some of the existing no-lead solder that is already on the U14 pads.