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Ok, I’ll confess that I bought two last week... I like pairing them with a RRC2+ or now a RRC2L. Sorry...
Not sorry...
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I've had several PerfectFlite devices in the past. What makes them so special when compared to other devices that are readily available?
I've had several PerfectFlite devices in the past. What makes them so special when compared to other devices that are readily available?
That's what confuses me. At nearly all the same features (CF has slightly smaller footprint, support for a switch directly, better ADC I think, etc) is the Eggtimer Quantum at $40 vs $70 for the CF. I'm not hating on the CF at all, it looks like a great bit of electronics, but it is nearly vapor-ware with how hard it is to get one (or two). If the cost difference was reversed it would make sense but I'm baffled why they're so in demand when other options are available.Nothing else quite captures the feature set, size, reliability, ease of use and built in computer interface at that price point. There are many other great devices and we all use them - the Stratologger CF just happened to hit the exact right mix of features and price that makes it so popular.
That's what confuses me. At nearly all the same features (CF has slightly smaller footprint, support for a switch directly, better ADC I think, etc) is the Eggtimer Quantum at $40 vs $70 for the CF. I'm not hating on the CF at all, it looks like a great bit of electronics, but it is nearly vapor-ware with how hard it is to get one (or two). If the cost difference was reversed it would make sense but I'm baffled why they're so in demand when other options are available.
If you guys only buy what your going to use there would be some for others.
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I think the main reason everyone wants a SLCF is because they are so hard to get.
...just like everything else - Discontinued items, hard to obtain items, banned items, etc... are always highly sought after.
I bet they could raise the price $15 and people would still trip over each other to get one.
The CF is good, but it's not great.
Zeke
price, you get into Altus Metrum...
And I do own some EasyMini's - just bought them recently when I couldn't get the SLCFs. Great computers.
I don't need anymore altimeters. I must ha bv e 10 already. Not all PF. And to think I have sold a dozen over the last 2 years.Are you going to be at the next TWA launch? PM me and let me know - we can work something out.
That's what confuses me. At nearly all the same features (CF has slightly smaller footprint, support for a switch directly, better ADC I think, etc) is the Eggtimer Quantum at $40 vs $70 for the CF. I'm not hating on the CF at all, it looks like a great bit of electronics, but it is nearly vapor-ware with how hard it is to get one (or two). If the cost difference was reversed it would make sense but I'm baffled why they're so in demand when other options are available.
The only reason I don't buy Eggtimer products is the assembly process. I'm fine soldering two strands of 14g wire together, but circuit boards are beyond my ability. I don't mind paying for preassembled...
I've moved to the $47.95 Missileworks RRC2. Works just as well as the StratologgerCF and they're, you know, available.
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I think the main reason everyone wants a SLCF is because they are so hard to get.
Don't worry about the soldering the Egg Timers.
Connor McGrath at McTronics does a WONDERFUL job assembling Egg Timer kits.
Very reasonable prices and very fast turn around. They are fully tested and ready to go when you get them back.
https://www.rocketryforum.com/threads/eggtimer-rocketry-products-assembly.119859/post-2072392
He has done several kits for me and they all work flawlessly.
Zeke
Agreed. Emphasis on "BUILT" I believe many folksIn my opinion it is functionally equivalent to an RRC2+, but the SLCF had the ability to download the full flight data. That for me is the distinguishing feature compared to similar altimeters (small, cheap, built).
Are you saying people don't have the pati.... SQUIRREL!!!!Agreed. Emphasis on "BUILT" I believe many folksdon't wantrefuse to have anything to do with box 'o parts.
Agreed. Emphasis on "BUILT" I believe many folksdon't wantrefuse to have anything to do with box 'o parts.
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