{"product_id":"in-18-nixie-tube-clock-motherboard-base-6-position-diy-desktop","title":"IN-18 Nixie Tube Clock Motherboard Base – 6-Position DIY Desktop","description":"\n\u003ch2\u003e6-Position IN-18 Nixie Tube Clock Motherboard Base – DIY Desktop Glow Clock\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBring the warm, retro glow of vintage vacuum tube technology to your desk with this precision-engineered \u003cstrong\u003e6-Position IN-18 Nixie Tube Clock Motherboard Base\u003c\/strong\u003e. Designed for DIY enthusiasts and electronics hobbyists, this acrylic base gives you everything you need to build a stunning desktop glow clock — minus the tubes themselves, so you can source your preferred IN-18 (VH-18) tubes separately.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eMade in Mainland China.\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eKey Features\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCompatible with IN-18 (VH-18) Nixie Tubes:\u003c\/strong\u003e Thick-pin tubes plug directly into the sockets — no soldering or adapters required.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eTime Separator (Colon Tube) Included:\u003c\/strong\u003e No additional purchase needed for the separator display.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e12\/24-Hour Mode Switch:\u003c\/strong\u003e Easily toggle between 12-hour and 24-hour time formats to suit your preference.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCathode Poisoning Prevention Program:\u003c\/strong\u003e Built-in anti-poisoning cycling with adjustable intervals keeps your tubes healthy for years of use.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eAdvanced RGB LED Lighting:\u003c\/strong\u003e The LED underglow can be switched off, set to a fixed color, or set to automatically cycle through a gradient — fully customizable ambiance.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBackup Button Battery:\u003c\/strong\u003e Maintains clock state (without display) even during power outages, so you never lose your time settings.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eTimed \u0026amp; Delayed Power-Off Functions:\u003c\/strong\u003e Program the clock to switch off at set times, great for nightstands or office desks.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eUSB Type-C Powered:\u003c\/strong\u003e Powered via any standard 5V\/2A USB-C source — compatible with phone chargers, power banks, or PC USB ports.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eAcrylic Geometric Base:\u003c\/strong\u003e Sleek, minimalist design measures 234 × 50 × 25 mm (L × W × H), fitting neatly on any desktop.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eWhat's Included\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e1 × IN-18 Nixie Tube Clock Motherboard Base (6-Position)\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e1 × Time Separator (Colon Tube)\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e1 × USB Power Cable\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e1 × Backup Button Battery\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eNote:\u003c\/strong\u003e Nixie tubes (IN-18 \/ VH-18) are \u003cem\u003enot\u003c\/em\u003e included. 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You will need to source them separately. The base is designed specifically for IN-18 tubes with thick pins, which plug directly into the onboard sockets without any soldering.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eQ: What power supply do I need for this Nixie Tube Clock motherboard?\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA: The clock base requires a 5V DC, 2A (or higher) USB-C power source. It is compatible with standard phone chargers, USB power banks, and computer USB ports. If you experience display issues, switching to a higher-quality 5V\/2A power supply is recommended.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eQ: Can I customize the LED lighting on this nixie tube clock base?\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA: Yes! The advanced RGB LED underglow supports multiple modes: you can turn the LEDs off completely, set them to a fixed color of your choice, or enable automatic gradient cycling for a dynamic ambient glow effect.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eQ: What is the cathode poisoning prevention feature on this clock?\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA: Cathode poisoning prevention (also called anti-poisoning or slot machine mode) is a built-in program that periodically cycles all digits in each nixie tube at adjustable intervals. This prevents uneven wear on the tube's cathodes, extending the life of your IN-18 tubes significantly.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c!-- production-packaging-notice --\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eProduction \u0026amp; Packaging Notice\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eTo maintain high stock availability and fast shipping times, our items are sourced from multiple verified manufacturing facilities. 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