Hello, hello, community!
We’re excited to bring you even more news about the V 2021. In the past weeks, we’ve had a few topics covering its prototype and packaging. Now, through Grant’s (@Lore_Wonder) camera, I cannot wait to guide you through the fresh footage from our pilot production line.
So, sit back, relax, and stay a while, as we take a look at how the V is built from A to Z…
Pilot production run
The final step before mass production
By using pre-produced custom components and ramping up numbers on the production line, we ensure it works as intended so that we can soon start building Vs for our customers.
Using small pieces of woven fabric tape, this operator fixes the display connectors to the back of the panel to help with attachment to the housing. Note the anti-static wrist strap that she is wearing; these are used at all stations where sensitive electronics are being handled.
This operator is conducting an inspection of the housing - specifically, in this shot he is verifying the fitment of the power button.
This operator applies a pre-cut plastic film to the back of the motherboard to insulate it from the housing.
This operator is applying a conductive foam pad to the gold contacts at the bottom of the motherboard, that will also make contact with the housing. This will provide direct discharge capabilities to help prevent electrostatic buildup.
This operator is installing the ventilation grille mesh at the top of the housing.
This operator is inserting the kickstand into the housing.
This operator is installing the metal strip in the center of the housing to keep the kickstand in place. Also, note the blue film at the top of the housing, where the motherboard shall be installed. Underneath that is a layer of graphite that is used to help dissipate heat from the motherboard.
This operator is applying glue to the magnets for the keyboard to ensure that they remain secured.
This semi-automatic workstation is a battery compression machine - after the V’s batteries are glued in, it applies a controlled force to ensure that the batteries are evenly placed.
This operator screws a metal bracket that secures the flexcable between the daughterboard and the motherboard. The daughterboard is host to the volume rocker, SD Card reader, and a single Type-C port.
This operator is attaching the pogo pin’s flat cable to the pin.
This operator is inserting the pogo pin’s cable into its receptacle.
This operator is screwing in the M.2 SSD.
This operator is applying tape to hold the speaker wire in place.
Payment collection is live
Also, a note about the Keyboard
The completion of this pilot production run means that the shipping is right around the corner. Therefore, we now open up balance payment collection for the V 2021. In the next couple of days, our customer support team will send out personal invitations to pre-existing customers with instructions on how to get a V on your desk. You can read more and discuss about it on our balance payment topic.
In addition, US (ANSI) will be the only option for the Keyboard. Due to COVID-19 restrictions, our manufacturer has significantly increased the minimum order quantity for the Keyboard. Unfortunately, layouts other than the US did not meet this requirement due to the demand.
Final words
That’s it. We hope you enjoyed this behind-the-scenes look at the pilot production run and cannot wait to get mass-produced units to your hands!
Have a great weekend!
