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Dimensions for a standard size pin?

By N101AA

4 years ago



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    #1 4 years ago

    I am seriously considering buying my first pin, but I need to know precise measurements of a standard size pin in order to plan for transportation as well as figure out whether or not it's possible to negotiate some tricky basement stairs. A Google search reveals several results about the dimensions of a standard machine, but they mostly give a range of measurements and don't include any dimensions with the back box in the down position. A search on Pinside reveals many threads about whether or not a pin will fit in a specific vehicle, but nothing specific about negotiating narrow stairs.

    Specifically I need to know these precise measurements showed in the attached pics for a standard-sized cabinet pin manufactured after 1985 (no EMs):

    W1: The widest part of the main cabinet, including the lock down bar and/or flipper buttons.
    W2: The width of the back box, which looks like to me to be the widest part of a fully assembled pin.
    H1: The height of the main cabinet with a lowered back box.
    H2: The tallest part of the main cabinet (back box removed).
    L: The length of the main cabinet.

    I hope HemiOrange09 doesn't mind that I used a couple of his photos in a recent ad as examples as they show a standard pin packaged and ready to go. It was his ad that has made me think that I really need to stop thinking about getting my first pin (or 5) and just do it.

    My home however has very tricky stairs leading to the basement and I need to know if it's even possible to get a pin down there without damage to myself, the house, or the pin. Plus I need to start thinking about how to haul a pin purchased locally to my house. This is why I need precise measurements that an internet search isn't giving me as I'm afraid that I'll be dealing with tight spaces and every inch counts.

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    #2 4 years ago
    Quoted from N101AA:

    A Google search reveals several results about the dimensions of a standard machine, but they mostly give a range of measurements and don't include any dimensions with the back box in the down position.

    There isn't a precise standard size. If you don't have one of your own to measure try looking in the manual for the machine in question. There is also a thread with many different vehicles a pinball machine fits in.

    Here is an example from the Demolition Man manual.
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    #3 4 years ago

    Also, don't forget about the weight. Hauling a pin alone through stairs is very tough, unless you have an escalera or similar dolly to help. Get a couple of strong friends to help you carry it.

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