Computer mice

[GrahamC]

I just ran across an interesting bit of info which states that some of the heavy round balls found in some computer mice are rubber covered cast iron.

I haven't checked this out yet. I have a couple kicking around the house somewhere but I did through a whole bunch out not too long ago.

Might be a source for small (1/2" diameter) bits of cast iron.

Waste not, want not!

cheers, Graham in Ottawa Canada

 

[websterz]

I have never peeled a mouse's balls to see what's in there. :big:

 

[itowbig]

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[Tin Falcon]

I remember an memo from IBM years ago about the difference between domestic mouse balls and imported ones.
On the serious side thou if the metal core is machinable they would make great machine handle ends . I worked at a place that used golf ball on the ends of machine handles.
Tin

 

[bearcar1]

I have never peeled a mouse's balls to see what's in there. :big:

Well, I would suppose the mouse would have to be in an agreeable state of mind if you did.
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man your hands are cold .......... th_confused0052

 

[PhillyVa]

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Thanks guy's...your toooooooo funny :big: you just made my day :big:
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Have a gooooood day

Philly

 

[Tin Falcon]

This is an actual alert to IBM Field Engineers that went out to
>> all IBM Branch Offices. The person who wrote it was very
>> serious. The rest of us guys find it rather funny.
>> ----------------------------------------------------------------
>> Abstract: Mouse Balls Available as FRU (Field Replacement Unit)
>>
>> Mouse balls are now available as FRU. Therefore, if a mouse
>> fails to operate or should it perform erratically, it may need a
>> ball replacement. Because of the delicate nature of this
>> procedure, replacement of mouse balls should only be attempted by
>> properly trained personnel.
>> Before proceeding, determine the type of mouse balls by examining
>> the underside of the mouse. Domestic balls will be larger and
>> harder than foreign balls. Ball removal procedures differ
>> depending upon manufacturer of the mouse. Foreign balls can be
>> replaced using the pop-off method. Domestic balls are replaced
>> using the twist-off method. Mouse balls are not usually static
>> sensitive. However, excessive handling can result in sudden
>> discharge. Upon completion of ball replacement, the mouse may be
>> used immediately.
>> It is recommended that each replacer have a pair of spare balls
>> for maintaining optimum customer satisfaction, and that any
>> customer missing his balls should suspect local personnel of
>> removing these necessary items.
>>
>> To re-order, specify one of the following:
>>
>> P/N 33F8462 - Domestic Mouse Balls
>> P/N 33F8461 - Foreign Mouse Balls


OK was not going to post this and hijack the thread from a serious question but since it has already degraded figured it would not hurt.
Tin

 

[RobWilson]

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[GrahamC]

Tin, that is funny.

cheers, Graham

 

[chuck foster]

tin you do have a sense of humor.............reguardless of what others say :big: :big: ;D

chuck

 

[tmuir]

You've got to wonder about someone that sends a memo like that. :big:

 

[bearcar1]

You've got to wonder about someone that sends a memo like that. :big:

Yes I agree, They should be reminded not to leave food in the wastebasket and that there are animal cruelty laws in some countries. Rof} Rof} Rof}

BC1

 

[gilessim]

Tin

I reckon that you just made that up!!, only joking!, imagine these guys writing this stuff and not seeing it in another context!

Giles

 

[Stan]

Giles: Living in Italy, you may not see the Leno show on TV. Every Monday night he has a section called Headlines in which he show newspaper paper headlines that clearly indicates that many people don't read or think about what they have written.