MHS coupler

[Strydur]

This is a coupler based off a push to release design that Sloth most recently used.

http://forums.thecustomsabershop.com/images/QCA.jpg
http://forums.thecustomsabershop.com/images/QCB.jpg

[equinox13]

sign me up for 2 please! ^_^

[Darth Xusia]

Sign me up for two! I hope this (or something similar)
makes it to the store.

[Crystal Chambers]

I'm on board...I'd use them for sure. Most likely within the next 6 months. Although..

....one thing that's always bothered me about couplers is the tendency to look like the saber is broke as apposed to two pommels. I wonder if there's a way to make them look more like two pommels excluding the need for other parts. Like maybe a few rings of a wider OD on each side or something. Even if it meant another version later.

[Skottsaber]

I must say, I love it, but am confused exactly on the operation of it.
Is it literally going to be a twist-lock system? Some more info would help rest my mind :D

oh...

THANKS TIM!!!! :D :D

[Knighthammer]

Simply WOW....

[jin starkiller]

yes sighn me up for 1 too.....so when u gonna have it available

[cannibal869]

SWEET!!!! :D:cool:

Just a suggestion - is it possible to drill some small holes in the sides for sound to escape since many of us still use the traditional speaker in the pommel area?

[Jedi-Loreen]

I must say, I love it, but am confused exactly on the operation of it.
Is it literally going to be a twist-lock system? Some more info would help rest my mind :D

oh...

THANKS TIM!!!! :D :D
There's some pieces missing from those CAD file images, Skott.

http://forums.thecustomsabershop.com/showpost.php?p=184433&postcount=74

[Skottsaber]

I didn't mean how it worked, I meant how to use it ;)

[ARKM]

Very cool coupler Tim.

[Strydur]

Here is a new design. It uses two identical halves. This allows for caps to be snapped in place as well.

http://forums.thecustomsabershop.com/images/QCC.jpg
http://forums.thecustomsabershop.com/images/QCD.jpg
http://forums.thecustomsabershop.com/images/QCE.jpg

[ARKM]

Also very cool.

[Onli-Won Kanomi]

That is AMAZINGLY cool!

I looove the SYMMETRY of that new design...

...PLEEEEEEEASE greenlight that for the store!

[Silver Serpent]

Simple and elegant. While I personally am not interested in building a saber-staff, this looks like an excellent solution.

[Darth Thanos]

Yet again another example of tim's good business since he listens to his customers

[RevengeoftheSeth]

This would encourage me to build my first saber-staff.

Really awesome that this may come to fruition.

[iamdrake]

A definite order item for me.

[jjshumpert]

heres a question for ya tim, in use of these couplers with sound saber do you think we will have to use a reverse sound setup? im just looking at the design and it doesnt seem like sound ports in the coupler itself would work so well, might sacrifice strength. great design, cant wait to get a set to play with!

[Strydur]

When seperated they should work fine. Some holes could be added to allow sound to escape when connected.

[jjshumpert]

good deal, any idea when this might make it to the store? i need 3 sets :D

[Crystal Chambers]

The second one really is quite an improvement.

What if the thread was long enough to add trim rings to give it more of a pommel look? Would that work?

[Rhyen Skytracker]

That is a good idea about the trim rings. Maybe make the threads .6 or .65" in length? There would be a good bit of stress at that point during certian swings and spins.

[xl97]

arent pommel threads a bit shorter anyways..to accept a speaker mount? making them even shorter to accept trim rings would leave even less threading..

enough?

[Crystal Chambers]

I think you're confused..or I'm missing something

We're taking about having the threads longer on the coupler to allow for trim rings, and still have lots of thread for the strength needed. Longer then that on a pommel.

[Invisas1979]

The second one really is quite an improvement.

What if the thread was long enough to add trim rings to give it more of a pommel look? Would that work?


That is a good idea about the trim rings. Maybe make the threads .6 or .65" in length? There would be a good bit of stress at that point during certian swings and spins.

Yeah this would make the pommel better looking. And I wouldn't think there'd be any less stress if using a double male with slots. Unless you're talking about stress on the mechanism of the quick connect.


arent pommel threads a bit shorter anyways..to accept a speaker mount? making them even shorter to accept trim rings would leave even less threading..

enough?

It shouldn't impact sound if the thread is longer, because the trim ring will take away a bit of length by adding some length. With a longer thread and trim ring you'd have a similar overall length. Right CC



I think you're confused..or I'm missing something

We're taking about having the threads longer on the coupler to allow for trim rings, and still have lots of thread for the strength needed. Longer then that on a pommel.

Only prob with the trim ring idea is you'd have to use one with the pommel or you would have issue with the threads running right up to the speaker.

Tim this is a good idea what I'd want to know is the unit price. A double saber is setting you back two manlys as it stands. If the coupler added another $50-$60 bucks it might be too rich for a regular store item.

But considering I like double sabers and I'm hoping to do one in the next few months this would be very handy, especially if you had a pommel clip to make the connect into a propper pommel.

Smart thinking here.

[Crystal Chambers]

Oh right! I forgot about the speaker since I don't use them in the pommel. The trim ring leaves the speaker holder loose when used together unless the threads on the coupler were longer to compensate for the trim ring.

The trim ring sounds like a better idea now! IMO. Of course then it would REQUIRE a trim ring if using a speaker holder, otherwise you'd have a gap.

When it comes to price you ARE getting 2 really fancy pommels with an added function, but it is a good point that to complete a double with a coupler you are buying two sabers really...ouch.

[ecko]

This coupler is totally awesome.
I was thinking a neat way to finish them would have some pommels with the same coupler attachment ends. Coupler "caps" if you will.
Another way would be to have Couplers with Female threads. You could then attach any pommel you wish to these and then couple them to the rest of the sabers couplers. When you want to staff it up, quick release the pommel/female couplers and connect the male couplers together.
Then you can attach the 2 pommel ends together for more convenient storage.
Of course this as well would add more expense to the staff.

[xl97]

@CC-

you are correct.. I was 'reading it' wrong..

but still this means there would have to be TWO versions then.. one for those who want trims rings added...and those who do not...

I doubt there will be two versions..


@Invisas1979

I wasnt talking about 'sound' at all.. purely the thread length + trim ring aspect.

if you have a speak mount in there.. the threads CANT be long.. (unless you are FORCED to use a trim ring)

[Invisas1979]

This coupler is totally awesome.
I was thinking a neat way to finish them would have some pommels with the same coupler attachment ends. Coupler "caps" if you will.
QUOTE]

I think Tim said this in his post previously, but yes that would be the ideal for this set up.


[QUOTE=xl97;184578@Invisas1979

I wasnt talking about 'sound' at all.. purely the thread length + trim ring aspect.

if you have a speak mount in there.. the threads CANT be long.. (unless you are FORCED to use a trim ring)

Yeah I got both your and CC's points.

Still I think longer and having to have a trim ring is better than short.

[ecko]

[QUOTE=ecko;184576]This coupler is totally awesome.
I was thinking a neat way to finish them would have some pommels with the same coupler attachment ends. Coupler "caps" if you will.
QUOTE]

I think Tim said this in his post previously, but yes that would be the ideal for this set up.


So he does in Post #12. Colour me corrected!
I guess I was just excited at the new product and giant pics to read words.

[Crystal Chambers]

Umm...Tim you broke the forum rules on picture size..lol.

Not that it matters being you I just thought it to be funny.

[RevengeoftheSeth]

Umm...Tim you broke the forum rules on picture size..lol.

Not that it matters being you I just thought it to be funny.

LOL - Busted! J/K, I think an epic MHS piece like that deserves an oversized picture ;)

Congratz on your 999th post, Crystal! One more to go.

[Darth Midian]

That's is awesome. I've been waiting for something like this to come a long. I have two saberstaff ideas all worked out. I just needed a good coupler. Thank you Tim. Is it to early to ask what the ETA is for these?

[Onli-Won Kanomi]

I'm looking at this again [the newer symmetrical design] and wondering where the sound holes would be when connected?

I guess if you made it a bit longer you could put a ring of them around the circumference or am I misunderstanding the drawing?

[Takanis]

Love it. Want one!! Eager to hear more about this!

[Azmaria Dei]

yeah, i'm eager to hear more about it as well.

[Darth Midian]

I'm just wondering when it's going to be available. I really think people are going to snap this up.

[Alcfalath]

I'm just wondering when it's going to be available. I really think people are going to snap this up.

One could easily assume it would be available when Tim brings it out :P He may need a few prototypes tested first before producing for in store, just in case. Either way, im sure he will update this as things progress. He is a busy man after all.

[Onli-Won Kanomi]

Yes and by its design it's going to be a fairly complex piece, and one that when in use will take quite a fair bit of mechanical stress as well as needing to strongly resist wear since its likely to be connected and disconnected many times. So he is wise to take plenty of extra time testing thoroughly to make sure its right rather than rushing to market.

[Azmaria Dei]

Yes and by its design it's going to be a fairly complex piece, and one that when in use will take quite a fair bit of mechanical stress as well as needing to strongly resist wear since its likely to be connected and disconnected many times. So he is wise to take plenty of extra time testing thoroughly to make sure its right rather than rushing to market.

which is another reason he's so awesome. ^_^ if another tester is needed, i volunteer. though being in Japan kinda delays things for a week more.

[Piraterogue]

So any word on this coupler? Did it work in testing? Did it make it to testing yet? Did I miss seeing it in the store already?

[KuroChou]

You'd know if it was in the store already. Running a business as big as Tim's is pretty hard to do, let alone mostly by himself. It'll come when it comes, and we'll all love it when it's here. In the mean time, spend lots of money here, to help him with prototype funds. :)

[Strydur]

You'd know if it was in the store already. Running a business as big as Tim's is pretty hard to do, let alone mostly by himself. It'll come when it comes, and we'll all love it when it's here. In the mean time, spend lots of money here, to help him with prototype funds. :)

+1

The first proto was done and needed some work so v2 will be done when we can.

[Onli-Won Kanomi]

Strydur is like Paul Masson; he *in Orson Welles voice* releases no part, before its time... ;-)

[please don't ask who Orson Welles was or you'll make me feel really ooolde...lol]

[Battle_1]

Tim, I love this design and cant wait to see it in stores!
When will you put it out?

[mrknify]

Strydur is like Paul Masson; he *in Orson Welles voice* releases no part, before its time... ;-)

[please don't ask who Orson Welles was or you'll make me feel really ooolde...lol]

original time machine

[mrknify]

This is a coupler based off a push to release design that Sloth most recently used.


that is one awesome design.
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[Kael-Duvar Hawkens]

This piece is totally awesome!!!!! i just emailed Tim about something like this not 15 minutes before looking here. This piece is perfect for my staff!!!!!!!! MUST HAVE!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

[Silver Serpent]

original time machine

No, H.G. Wells wrote The Time Machine (and The War of the Worlds). Orson Welles was the guy that did the radio broadcast of The War of the Worlds. He was also the voice of Unicron in the animated Transformers movie.

[Darme]

This would be perfect! I look forward to it being available.

Thank You Tim! TCSS is fantastic. :grin:

[mrknify]

No, H.G. Wells wrote The Time Machine (and The War of the Worlds). Orson Welles was the guy that did the radio broadcast of The War of the Worlds. He was also the voice of Unicron in the animated Transformers movie. well, welles and wells were well, excellent forerunners in science fiction, writing the stuff of... well dreams.]

[Onli-Won Kanomi]

original time machine

LOL! Now I do feel ooolde! [jk] Nope that was Herbert George Wells but yeah Orson did the original War Of The Worlds radio broadcast that panicked America in the 30s and he also made Citizen Kane widely regarded by critics as the greatest movie of all time though I was the only student in my film school who admitted to not liking it, sorry AFI...

As for this coupler I'm sure it will be worth the wait...its a pretty complicated part afterall and I'm certain we all want it to be done RIGHT for a STRONG connection eh?

[Arkos]

That piece is a kind of graal for us sabre enthusiasts, you know I'm in Tim!

[Weaver]

Absolutely on my "to-buy" list. I don't feel a bit presumptuous about saying that a quick, easy, sturdy and stable saber coupler is in demand.

[Darth Ryo]

+1, would love to try a double-bladed saber with that kind of coupler!

[Arkos]

tiens, un Français!
And bump btw

[Darth Scorn]

Im in this may be the part im looking for

[DemonBunnyman]

i would like one also

[Amik Asota]

I wonder, depending on the inner/general dimensions, if this twist/release coupler could be used to reveal a small crystal chamber?

[Lucien Kane]

Love the concept, can't wait to see the reality. I'd definitely be buying one.

[Darth Demens]

I will buy several of these. I've been wanting a good coupler for a long time. Any further news on how the v2 prototype went?

[Strydur]

Here is a quick video of the latest coupler prototype. More info to come..


http://forums.thecustomsabershop.com/images/coupler.mpg

[Weaver]

All right, guys...you can't look at that and tell me it's not neat. I want one.

[MandoJoe]

I want seven. Okay, maybe not seven, but that is fantastic.

[Yoshi-Taka]

That's really cool. Looks completely flush which is wild for the way it connects and disconnects.

[cannibal869]

wow... that is all sorts of awesomesauce right there!

[Sidd]

That thing is completely AWESOME!!!!!!!!!!!

what are the odds the ability to have sound holes added as custom work?

[Weaver]

I would think the hole drilling custom service could be used to add sound vent holes to the ends of each hilt. I wouldn't go drilling into the coupler directly, for fear of mangling its insidey parts.

[Batosai]

crap, now I have to build a double bladed saber.
the coupler looks amazing!!!

[Weaver]

I'm intending just to order duplicate parts from my first build and one of these couplers. I had been meaning to rewire and rebuild the saber anyway; this just gives me the perfect excuse to do so.

[xl97]

wow... that is all sorts of awesomesauce right there!
^ .................

[Silver Serpent]

I...um...wow! That's much nicer and far more interesting than I originally thought it would be.

[Onli-Won Kanomi]

Impressive...most impressive...

:)

[Darth Midian]

That is really incredible Tim, you do such amazing work.

[cardcollector]

This will revolutionize the double-bladed saber world. 0_0

Amazing. Simply. Amazing.

[ARKM]

That's pretty cool.

[Lord Dottore Matto]

I have tested one of these...yeah...it is as cool as it looks.

[Kevin Starwaster]

I have tested one of these...yeah...it is as cool as it looks.

So how sturdy was it? Would it stand up to stunt work?

[Maxepane]

Is there an ETA for the shop? If all goes to plan, I may finally get to build a saber soon, and I'd like at least a set or two, would be cool to set up exchangeable pommels to cap each coupler.

[Weaver]

I had also intended to do this. Wiring options may open up with this new part. I, for one, would be a bit less stressed about pommel-mounted recharge ports, knowing that no twisting is involved!

[Duff Man]

(Waives hand)"you will bring these out". Can't wait to see a combat stress test(it is quality control....and IT'S ANOTHER REASON TO PLAY!!! )

[Strydur]

I have 2 prototypes to give out but I want to make sure they get used in a build somewhat soon. What I will do is give one to the first two people who want to place a order for all of the parts to build a MHS based staff including two PC sound modules. Send me a E-mail if interested.

[Lord Dottore Matto]

So how sturdy was it? Would it stand up to stunt work?

I believe it would.

[Strydur]

Since nobody has taken me up on my offer yet I will extend the same offer if NB sound modules are used as well.

[Weaver]

I would gladly accept if finances allowed. Right now I'm trying to keep my bills paid. Hopefully my situation will change soon.

[Darth Ryo]

Since nobody has taken me up on my offer yet I will extend the same offer if NB sound modules are used as well.

I'm quite late on this thread, just watched the video! That is an impressive piece :o
Had it be a few month back, this would have changed my current build entirely hehe :)

But, I have an idea for another saber that could benefit from this coupler.
If you're ok Tim, we can discuss this by mail (I'll need some details about it and I'll expose my idea to you).

[Lord Dottore Matto]

I have an update. I installed one in my son's dual bladed saber. He is 8 and a dueling beast. He has been beating the crap out of his buddies for a week and the coupler is no worse for the wear. It still functions perfectly and the saber stays together when it is meant to stay together. This is an awesome advance in dual bladed saber tech. I LOVE it and will likely use many of these as we move forward.

[Takanis]

I have an update. I installed one in my son's dual bladed saber. He is 8 and a dueling beast. He has been beating the crap out of his buddies for a week and the coupler is no worse for the wear. It still functions perfectly and the saber stays together when it is meant to stay together. This is an awesome advance in dual bladed saber tech. I LOVE it and will likely use many of these as we move forward.

Thats awesome to hear, LDM! I'd love to use one but I already have the MHS parts and boards for the staff :( I think that's the first time I've ever been disappointed to have saber parts in-hand, lol.

[Sidd]

I have an update. I installed one in my son's dual bladed saber. He is 8 and a dueling beast. He has been beating the crap out of his buddies for a week and the coupler is no worse for the wear. It still functions perfectly and the saber stays together when it is meant to stay together. This is an awesome advance in dual bladed saber tech. I LOVE it and will likely use many of these as we move forward.

Do we get to see a picture of this saber? this Slayer of Jedi?

I have a build planned for the coupler but its looking like it make take about $300 in MHS parts plus custom parts and the electronics. It will happen but its going to be a while

[Duff Man]

I agree with Sidd, we need pic/video of the beating(along with full force adult testing). I also have plans for a Dojo/Demo beater stunt that will benefit from this. "there is no Patience there is wanting"....DO IT NOW!!! :D

[Lord Dottore Matto]

Good luck with that, :lol: He whooped that arse so bad that I don't think the kids will be doing that again until at least next week ;) My 8 year old is 5' tall and is a beast. If he cant break it, neither can you.

[DarthMarr]

what is the ETA?

[Strydur]

Next week or the week after.

[Silver Serpent]

Squeee!

[Onli-Won Kanomi]

*seconds the "squeee"

[TrypWyr]

Hey Strydur, hope you had a great vacation!

I'm most definitely not trying to ask one of those pesky "stock" questions, but I'm debating if I should delay my order or not... Is there an updated ETA when this part will be available? Can't wait to get my hands on one! :D

[Strydur]

They are mostly done but we ran into some last minute issues. Hopefully they will just need a minor adjustment and we can get them up next week sometime.

[DarthMarr]

I hope they get added to the MHS Builder.

[Craevn]

I cannot wait to be able to order 1 of these bad boys! As soon as they are available Im getting one!

[Strydur]

Okay, we finally have a batch of these ready. There are a few changes already planned for the next batch but these work just fine and we want to get feedback on them. I am offering them at a introductory price (around $25 less than they will be) to the forum members first. You can order via this link as they are hidden in the store http://www.thecustomsabershop.com/Product.aspx?ProductId=848 Please use this thread to post feedback and discuss any changes that you may want, etc.. Please limit 1 per customer!!

[Blade-Rave]

Wow, can't believe I haven't come across this topic until now. And here I was, trying to find a way to make a coupler system utilizing 3 springs for each half to put pressure on a plate set in each pommel for a twist-lock feather, and use the spring tension to keep them from coming apart accidently. This gives me an idea for twin sabers I seek to make in the future with Petit Croutons.....

[Darth Ryo]

Great news :D, I'll give you a mail later today to finalize my built.

[TrypWyr]

AWESOME!

Just to verify, since there's no picture or description, these are both pommel pieces, yeah? I'm assuming that since you said "limit 1"... Thanks Tim, been looking forward to this!!

[Strydur]

Yes, it is one coupler set..

[TrypWyr]

Got mine today... wow, two days from order to arrival, a new best! :)

I like it. I really like how fluid the release is, very smooth. It will be interesting doing some powder coating, but that was expected. I did lose a spring on the first part I disassembled, but I found it soon afterward. This made me think that perhaps the store should stock parts?

The only issue I have is the amount of "play" when "coupled". When I join the two sabers together, there's quite a bit of movement. I'm curious, what are the changes for the next revision?

Don't get me wrong, this is an awesome part and I can't wait to see what the community does with it! I anticipate it being used not only to join two sabers, but possibly for some interesting reveal chambers or removable sections...

[Strydur]

The main change is in the way the button attaches to the little locking piece. The button will sink into it a bit making it harder or impossible for the locking piece to turn which will happen if the screw gets loose at all. As far as play in the joint I will need to look into it some more and see if anything can be done without making the locking sections longer, etc. We might be able to just tighten up the fitment a hair to take out some of the slack.

[Darth Ryo]

Hey Tim,

Just received mine, thanks a lot!
And here is my feedback:

First a quick picture to illustrate (and help my potential lack of English):
http://i44.tinypic.com/fjq3h0.jpg

Overall, the look of this piece is great and integrate perfectly with the other MHS part (on the picture I used the parts I had available, that is not the build I had in mind for it, need more time :P). I definitely like it a lot.
It releases and goes back coupled easily enough too, and the process is pretty cool.

Now I have 3 remarks (corresponding number in the picture):

1- I know that this is part of making this coupler as less noticeable as possible, but still going to mention it; the area circled in read has pretty sharp edges (more precisely it's the empty “switch” hole that bothers me).
I did some """live action act""" a little and managed to cut my finger once I pushed the button and released both half (small cut of course). This can look a bit of a stupid remark (poeple could say I did not properly used it), but I did that test on purpose and the result was as I expected… a bit to sharp for my taste :)

Bottom line, I would suggest that the switch holes edges were very slightly chamfered (less sharp), even if that’s make the button a bit more visible to the eyes. Would still look good to me and there would be no need of being careful when releasing it.

2- Just a suggestion there, I noticed you could make the male thread part ID slightly larger (up to 1.15”), so that it could welcome a chassis disk style 3.
It could indeed serve to easily house a recharge port or led in the coupler using that disk for example.
So I would suggest that it came by default with a 1.15 ID, like the ribbed extension.

3- As already pointed, there is indeed a bit of play when coupler (a gap can be noticed) and clicking noise is made when swinging the thing around. But as this is already addressed, no need for more comments :)

Other than that, I pretty satisfied by this coupler module, great job!
I hope this feedback will help, and don’t hesitate to ask questions ;)

Cheers!

[Strydur]

Thanks for the feedback!!

I did not like the sharp edge as well and it is something we have discussed changing.

We did want the part extra strong but a 1.15" ID at the threaded end should still be plenty.

[Darth Ryo]

Welcome :)
Nice then, looking forward the new version!

[Weaver]

I might be the only one thinking of using them this way, but...wouldn't it be nice to have a saber that could be quickly disassembled for faster SD card access? I see many sabers that unscrew at the halfway point, because that's where the card is located. With these couplers, all you'd have to do is press the button and pull the card. Bam. Done.

Sure, unscrewing MHS parts doesn't really take a lot of time, but...quick-change parts are never a bad thing.

[Takanis]

I appreciate the feedback as well. I'm looking to get one sometime in the near future; most likely when the "new" batch is out.

[Cire Yeldarb]

This is an amazing idea! I will definitely be wanting to use this on a future Saber!

Question about it though, It doesn't look like it from the picture but I just want to verify: Can this hold an MPS Insert? It would be great to be able to stick a Recharge port down in there with an MPS Insert Style 2, 6, 13, etc.


Here is a new design. It uses two identical halves. This allows for caps to be snapped in place as well.

http://forums.thecustomsabershop.com/images/QCC.jpg

[Forgetful Jedi Knight]

This is an amazing idea! I will definitely be wanting to use this on a future Saber!

Question about it though, It doesn't look like it from the picture but I just want to verify: Can this hold an MPS Insert? It would be great to be able to stick a Recharge port down in there with an MPS Insert Style 2, 6, 13, etc.

From the looks of it, no. It is meant for a double saber, and is not just 2 pommels stuck together.

[Cire Yeldarb]

From the looks of it, no. It is meant for a double saber, and is not just 2 pommels stuck together.

I must heartily disagree as I believe that is exactly what this is for. If you just wanted a double ended saber, there are many other, less complicated options (the "Double ended male threaded connector" sold in the Shop) This piece seems exactly meant to be for making a saber that can quickly go from two to one and back again swiftly.

[Forgetful Jedi Knight]

I must heartily disagree as I believe that is exactly what this is for. If you just wanted a double ended saber, there are many other, less complicated options (the "Double ended male threaded connector" sold in the Shop) This piece seems exactly meant to be for making a saber that can quickly go from two to one and back again swiftly.

Excuse me??? That wasn't what you asked...



Question about it though, It doesn't look like it from the picture but I just want to verify: Can this hold an MPS Insert? It would be great to be able to stick a Recharge port down in there with an MPS Insert Style 2, 6, 13, etc.

Remember?

To which I answered - no. There doesn't appear to be anyplace to put pommel inserts in there. It is great for a double saber to go from two down to one and back again - which is why is it good for a double saber (as I stated earlier) :rolleyes:

[Cire Yeldarb]

Yes I know you answered my question, I had just thought the way you worded your answer was implying that the idea I had was not valid as it would not go along with the use of the Part in a Saber (It sounded like you thought I didn't know how this part would be used). Which is why I responded the way I did. I guess I misread your reply. Sorry!

[Forgetful Jedi Knight]

Yes I know you answered my question, I had just thought the way you worded your answer was implying that the idea I had was not valid as it would not go along with the use of the Part in a Saber (It sounded like you thought I didn't know how this part would be used). Which is why I responded the way I did. I guess I misread your reply. Sorry!

Well since you can't fit a pommel insert in the quick disconnect as it's currently constructed, in a way what you thought I said is accurate, from a certain point of view. ;)

You could accomplish what you want to do, (open it up via quick disconnect and have access to a recharge port, or two) it would just take some planning and creativity. ;) It's time for your plan-fu test. :D Good Luck.

[Onli-Won Kanomi]

OK I just checked my coupler and you CAN fit an MPS insert in the hole...HOWEVER there is no milled grooved for the retaining C-clip. Moreover with regards to using a recharge port the coupler latch has protruding screw on the inside which MIGHT interfere with the clearance for a port if it protrudes from the insert, or with a kill key depending on its design...I'm not certain on that and it might depend on which insert you use and which kill key [the new skinny plastic one might be possible but again I'm not sure] but it appears it would be a close fit IF possible at all. Maybe Strydur will make the next revision with the MPS clip groove or maybe not but as of now you can't use the clip to secure the pommel insert inside so would require a 'creative solution' [kludge]. Of course we DIYers like the 'challenge' of kludges sometimes eh? ;) But the coupler in its present form while an awesome advance for the hobby isn't 'drop in ready' for what you want to do.

[Cire Yeldarb]

OK I just checked my coupler and you CAN fit an MPS insert in the hole...HOWEVER there is no milled grooved for the retaining C-clip. Moreover with regards to using a recharge port the coupler latch has protruding screw on the inside which MIGHT interfere with the clearance for a port if it protrudes from the insert, or with a kill key depending on its design...I'm not certain on that and it might depend on which insert you use and which kill key [the new skinny plastic one might be possible but again I'm not sure] but it appears it would be a close fit IF possible at all. Maybe Strydur will make the next revision with the MPS clip groove or maybe not but as of now you can't use the clip to secure the pommel insert inside so would require a 'creative solution' [kludge]. Of course we DIYers like the 'challenge' of kludges sometimes eh? ;) But the coupler in its present form while an awesome advance for the hobby isn't 'drop in ready' for what you want to do.

Alright perfect, that is exactly what I needed to know! As long as an insert fits in there, it gives me a place to start, the rest I can figure out a creative workaround for. Thank you very much sir!:D

[Darth Ryo]

I did some more use of this compler while building my staff.

I've noticed 2 things that I can add to my feedback:

- The amount of play when attached is greater now that have the coupler mounted on the staff... the weight of the other MHS peices thus increases that play.
It is a bit weird having that play when moving the staff, both saber parts (made of emitter/choke/ribbed section/3"extension) now clearly move when coupled together.

- One of the button doesn't fully come back up anymore when I attach both parts. I didn't do anything special to the coupler (yet), that just happens now... I think this has been mentioned already, but I wasn't going to read that thread over again ^^ So I mention it here. I think it is slightly twisting inside and it prevents the button peice to go back to its original position.

Now I also confirm that it is almost impossible not to cut my big fingers when detaching the coupler. But I'm thinking about a workaround for that one, using rubber peice or athumb screws, I'll eventually test that later.

Out of curiosity, Tim, do you have an idea when the second version will be released for tests?

[Darth Ryo]

Ok, coupler mod is done ^^

http://goth-customsabers.ftl-network.com/log/wp-content/uploads/_d_improd_/14_f_improf_161x158.jpghttp://goth-customsabers.ftl-network.com/log/wp-content/uploads/_d_improd_/13_f_improf_166x158.jpg
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Here are the full details of what I have done: coupler mod details (http://goth-customsabers.ftl-network.com/log/mhs-coupler-mod/)

Works much better now, very easy to detach and attach again thanks to the thumb screws.
And then, permanent loctite should prevents the mounting screws to get loose and let the metal part twist.

[IndustrialAction]

That's a great mod Ced! Way to make it work consistently. Can't wait until all the kinks are hammered out so I can do a build with it

[theta03]

resurrecting an old thread. I would love to be able to see this come to fruition, since it would work quite nicely for a saber my brother wants.

[Takanis]

Okay, we finally have a batch of these ready. There are a few changes already planned for the next batch but these work just fine and we want to get feedback on them.

Heya Tim,

Is there any update on the "next batch" or are they still in development? Thanks so much!

[ricochettinman]

I have just ordered this coupler, and just wanted to let you guys know that Ill be posting a video on it when it arrives.

[Greenie]

This is a coupler based off a push to release design that Sloth most recently used.

http://forums.thecustomsabershop.com/images/QCA.jpg
http://forums.thecustomsabershop.com/images/QCB.jpg

Nice. This could be used to build a two piece Kanan Jarrus style saber if you could find some way of mounting a centred connection pin to connect /disconnect the Led. I've got all the ideas but I've not even built my first MHS saber yet so what do I know?

[Mrawesome1470]

How do I order one of these, and are they compatible with the ultrasabers phantom initiate v2 hilts?

[Silver Serpent]

They're in the store here: http://www.thecustomsabershop.com/Product.aspx?ProductId=848 (sadly, they're out of stock at the moment)

I'm reasonably certain they are not compatible with US saber parts.