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Capable of holding three tritium vials measuring 3 millimeters by 23 millimeters or six vials measuring 3 millimeters by 11 millimeters, the Isotope Triode Glow Fob from TEC Accessories allows you to customize your EDC keychain with stunning color combinations. Its bead-blasted 6AL4V titanium body is built to take abuse, and at just 0.25 ounces it won’t weigh you down Read More
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keyboard_arrow_downTECENG
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TEC Accessories
Aug 24, 2017
To all Massdrop Customers:
I was hoping to get an action plan put together before I posted, but it looks like we are not quite there yet. However questions are being raised and I want to address any concerns that might arise. The last production run of Triode parts that were delivered to us were fabricated from 303 stainless steel (instead of the specified titanium) due to an apparent miscommunication issue, and we were unaware of the mix up when we received the parts. This is the same machine shop we have been using for these parts since day one, so there was no reason to suspect any issue with the parts. We just now found out about the problem several days ago, and have been determining the impact of this error.
After checking our records, the stainless steel units were shipped to Massdrop in the last two campaigns. This covers the most recent event which ended late July, and the prior event which ended at the end of March. We immediately issued a new production run of titanium parts with a rush delivery, and hope to receive them sometime in mid-September from the machine shop. We will then need to get them finished and packaged. We have made Massdrop aware of this situation, and have proposed that we obtain contact info of the customers who participated in the drops so we can take corrective action directly without Massdrop acting as a go-between.
This decision is entirely up to them, it is their platform and we are waiting on a response to determine the next course of action. I ask that you please be patient, as something like this has never occurred before and we are all trying to determine the best way to handle the logistics. Regardless, new parts will not be available for at least 2-3 weeks. I apologize for this situation, we are very concerned as to how this has been allowed to happen, and are taking corrective steps to ensure it will not happen again. But please understand we will make sure everyone who has purchased one of the stainless steel versions will be contacted and be offered a means to have the mistake corrected with minimal effort. We appreciate your understanding, and hope this does not reflect poorly on Massdrop as it was not their error.
Thank you
Tom Clawges Owner, TEC Accessories, Inc.
After checking our records, the stainless steel units were shipped to Massdrop in the last two campaigns. This covers the most recent event which ended late July, and the prior event which ended at the end of March. We immediately issued a new production run of titanium parts with a rush delivery, and hope to receive them sometime in mid-September from the machine shop. We will then need to get them finished and packaged. We have made Massdrop aware of this situation, and have proposed that we obtain contact info of the customers who participated in the drops so we can take corrective action directly without Massdrop acting as a go-between.
This decision is entirely up to them, it is their platform and we are waiting on a response to determine the next course of action. I ask that you please be patient, as something like this has never occurred before and we are all trying to determine the best way to handle the logistics. Regardless, new parts will not be available for at least 2-3 weeks. I apologize for this situation, we are very concerned as to how this has been allowed to happen, and are taking corrective steps to ensure it will not happen again. But please understand we will make sure everyone who has purchased one of the stainless steel versions will be contacted and be offered a means to have the mistake corrected with minimal effort. We appreciate your understanding, and hope this does not reflect poorly on Massdrop as it was not their error.
Thank you
Tom Clawges Owner, TEC Accessories, Inc.
Handtree1
1
Jan 31, 2019
Thanks for the super fast reply-sorry you have to deal with angry people-hang tough-you offer great customer service
Colinsdad
122
Jan 5, 2018
Well....I had requested this drop, hoping they'd include the Tritium vials. Nope. I wasn't aware Tritium has restrictions on it in US. Well.... back to my search for a LEGIT tritium keychain.
Colinsdad
122
Jun 20, 2018
Daniel- we have the MOST Draconanian Gun Laws on the books, so, I can honestly say I HOPE they're done with anti gun legislation!
JJTrue
10
Jun 22, 2018
WTF does that have to do with this drop? Criminals do not obey gun laws (which makes then beyond worthless). And the last time I checked my guns hadn't killed anyone yet. Keep your agenda to yourself.
carlthess50
17
Jan 30, 2019
What good is this thing without the tritium vials???????? Nice idea but poor thinking of selling this not completed with all the parts. I was ready to hit buy until I seen that it does not include the isotope sticks
VintageTechGeek
7
Mar 25, 2017
Seeing as this doesn't include Tritium vials, I can highly recommend the website http://www.mixglo.com/
I've purchased several orders from them over the years and they have always produced very high quality vials at cheap, cheap prices.
I've purchased several orders from them over the years and they have always produced very high quality vials at cheap, cheap prices.
aa6rv
9
Apr 19, 2017
I ordered my vials from mixglo and had them for a couple of weeks before I had the Glow Fob. They were packed very good and protected. They slide right on into the Glow Fob...just need tweezers to get those rub plugs on.
ThePanduuh
13
Apr 19, 2017
aa6rvGot it in the mail, clear silicone from Walmart, and 24 hours of curing, it's alive :) took less than 2 weeks to get here too.
siddhartha
43
Jul 16, 2017
I have this, and used mixglo.com for the source for tubes. Great guy, and he ships fast.
So, you can use either 3 tubes, or 6 shorter ones. I used the 6 shorter ones for more of a rainbow effect, but either are cool.
A bit expensive for what it is, but honestly, the tubes will last around 10 years or so, and you can replace them easily. Just don't lose the fob!
So, you can use either 3 tubes, or 6 shorter ones. I used the 6 shorter ones for more of a rainbow effect, but either are cool.
A bit expensive for what it is, but honestly, the tubes will last around 10 years or so, and you can replace them easily. Just don't lose the fob!
RHPICAYUNE
200
Aug 3, 2017
Hi, thanks for the good source to get tubes!
I if I might ask, what's the approximate shipping time to the U.S.?
14themoney
1395
Sep 15, 2018
I was looking at fyrfytr's numbers. Key fob in Ti, $40.00. 6 colors of tritium vials $60.00. So I get to ask myself a question, "Would I rather have $100 in my pocket or hanging (in a rather non-negotiable fashion) on my keychain.?" I don't need to ask the audience. I don't need to make a phone call. (50:50 is out because there are only two answers.) I'm keeping my money. It's quite a fascinating item, however. Money can't buy happiness, but it sure could get you one of these.
Viper0hr
8
Nov 27, 2018
No Problem. I was really bummed to come to my desicion honestly. I love the idea and presentation if some of these, but it's just not there for the price IMO.
If there is a new/brighter one coming as I saw soemone say, I will happily buy one if the price is comparable (+30% for "new tech"), and they are noticeably brighter.
lawnarjax
21
May 4, 2020
not sure I believe the whole "controlled substance" line. I have purchased no less than 5 watches with tritium vials in them. Also purchased tritium night sights of various types. Maybe the volume needed to fill the fob is the issue, but seems like a cop out in selling a unfinished product.
Many12
22
May 6, 2020
Those are terrible comparisons. It is not illegal to sell cups or keyboard keys in the US. I think it is fine for the seller to make and sell this, but I would not buy it. Too bad TEC won't/can't get a license to be all in. Probably sell more product since it is a neat idea.
Rowdy2026
802
May 6, 2020
Many12Sorry, I forgot the world only included the US....my bad.
Did you know members of other countries can and do buy through drop? MIND BLOWN!
Lateralus
290
Apr 16, 2019
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I was gifted one of these by a good friend last Christmas and my dad liked it so well I thought that he was going to claim it! So I did a bit of research on the tritium and joined this last drop. I'm not sure I've ever seen more people complaining about nothing than in this discussion thread (actually, seeing internet comments and conversations over the past two years, that might not be true). But seriously - I joined this drop just like any other and then spent a total of 5 minutes ordering my vials from mixglo.com (I looked at tritiumkeychains, but they seem to be out of red tubes (lol) at the moment). Now all I have to do is wait. I can't believe all of the negative comments when it's been clearly explained several times that the vials cannot be sold within the US. All this complaining about the hassle of having to source them separately - seriously, I was able to join the drop and order the vials in under 10 minutes. Maybe a bit longer if you're really indecisive about which color(s) you want.
A community member
Jun 19, 2018
how long the 23 mm tritium vial will glow?
Soko
224
Jul 16, 2017
Light up with this keychain after mass drop triggers the dreaded customs fees. Don't buy outside America. [moderated] when you can't pay the %300 customs charges.
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