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Melbourne Pinball Expo

This is a repost from https://www.eventcreate.com/e/melbournepinballexpo

Please click the link above to purchase tickets.

Get ready to tilt, flip, and score big at the most electrifying Pinball Expo of the year!

Join us at the Matthew Flinders Hotel on the 30th November and 1st December 2024. With over 600sqm of space 3 bars to order drinks and meals, indoor and outdoor seating and over 100 machines for an adrenaline-packed extravaganza for purchase and play celebrating the iconic pinball machines that have captured hearts for generations.

Dive into a world where every flipper flick and bumper bounce brings you closer to victory. Whether you’re a seasoned pinball wizard or a curious newbie, there’s something for everyone at our Expo. Immerse yourself in the mesmerising lights, sounds, and excitement as you explore a wide array of classic and modern pinball machines, each one a masterpiece.

Don’t miss your chance to experience the thrill of pinball like never before. Grab your friends and family, and make it a day to remember at the Melbourne Pinball Expo, where the fun never stops, and every game is a chance to make memories that will last a lifetime. Mark your calendar for November 30th and December 1st and get ready to unleash your inner pinball champion!

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Seimitsu Alutimo

Available Early April

Seimitsu Alutimo – Enhancing Performance for a New Generation.

Mechanical Revolution:
Seimitsu is stepping into the future with the ‘Alutimo,’ a cutting-edge pushbutton integrating Cherry MX microswitches geared towards high-speed performance.

Cherry MX Speed Silver:
Experience the swiftness of MX Speed Silvers, renowned for rapid input execution. Furthermore, the Alutimo is adaptable, allowing customization with different Cherry MX microswitch profiles.

Innovative Design:
A groundbreaking MX switch holder mechanism ensures uninterrupted connectivity without signal disruptions. With Alutimo’s appealing Solid and Clear color variations in 30mm and 24mm sizes, a fresh aesthetic awaits.

Interchangeable Microswitch:
Effortlessly swap the pushbutton microswitch with other Cherry microswitches using optional spacers provided by Seimitsu.

Key Features of Seimitsu Alutimo:
– Available in 30mm and 24mm sizes
– Dual-Piece Plunger design for artwork customization on Clear Alutimo versions
– Hot-swappable MX profile Microswitches (3-Pin)
– Customize MX Switches with 1.0mm (Included) and 0.2mm Spacers (Available Separately)
– Simplify swapping with the Seimitsu Switch Extractor Tool (Offered Separately)

Cherry MX – Color / Mechanical Characteristics

   
Switch Type   		    
Operating Force   		    
Actuation Point   		    
Total Travel   
   
MX Blue   		    
Clicky/Tactile   		    
60g   		    
2.2mm   		    
4.0mm   
   
MX Brown   		    
Tactile   		    
55g   		    
2.0mm   		    
4.0mm   
   
MX Red   		    
Linear   		    
45g   		    
2.0mm   		    
4.0mm   
   
MX Black   		    
Linear   		    
60g   		    
2.0mm   		    
4.0mm   
   
MX Speed Silver   		    
Linear   		    
45g   		    
1.2mm   		    
3.4mm   
   
MX Silent Red   		    
Linear   		    
45g   		    
1.9mm   		    
3.7mm   
   
MX Silent Black   		    
Linear   		    
60g   		    
1.9mm   		    
3.7mm   
   
MX Low Profile Red   		    
Linear   		    
45g   		    
1.2mm   		    
3.2mm   
   
MX Low Profile Speed   		    
Linear   		    
45g   		    
1.0mm   		    
3.2mm   
   
MX Green   		    
Clicky/Tactile   		    
80g   		    
2.2mm   		    
4.0mm   
   
MX Clear   		    
Tactile   		    
65g   		    
2.0mm   		    
4.0mm   
   
MX Grey   		    
Tactile   		    
80g   		    
2.0mm   		    
4.0mm   

Alutimo Shim Pack for Precision Adjustment

– Alutimo 1mm Shim
– Alutimo 0.2mm Shim

The shims serve to extend travel distance for enhanced customisation. 

By default, the Alutimo switch features the MX Speed Silver, with a 1mm Shim pre-installed.

Enthusiasts have the flexibility to fine-tune actuation points using the shims. You can opt for concise, quick-acting buttons without shims or ultra-sensitive buttons reminiscent of MX Red/Blue switches using 2 x 1mm shims.

Utilizing the 1mm Shim as Default:

This practice stems from the actuation point variations inherent in the MX Silver switch.

The Speed Silver exhibits a tolerance range of -0.6mm to +0.6mm, a substantial span of 1.2mm. The 1mm shim addresses this spectrum, accounting for potential discrepancies between switches.

For instances where the individual Speed Silver tolerance aligns near -0.6mm, users can remove the 1mm shim for a shortened key press. Conversely, if a particular Speed Silver switch nears +0.6mm, utilizing the Alutimo sans the 1mm shim may result in missed or incomplete key presses.

0.2mm Shim Enhancement:

Enthusiasts can fine-tune individual MX switch discrepancies with the 0.2mm shim, crafting the ultimate responsive MX button configuration.

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New stock arriving soon

A new shipment has arrived

Hi all, just a quick note to let you know that we’ve got new stock from Seimitsu, Sanwa and Phreakmods arriving in the next couple of weeks. 

More springs, more JLF, LS-32 and LS-40 joysticks, more buttons, ball and bat tops!

If there’s something you’re after and we’re out of stock, create an account and add those parts to your wishlist. The system will email you the moment we restock those parts.