Bitpen mini — Quick Start Guide / User Manual
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Bitpen mini — Quick Start Guide
⚙️ Commissioning
- Unpacking: Take the pen out of the wooden box.
- Connection: Connect to a 5V / max. 3A power source using a USB-C cable.
- How to hold: Grip it like a normal pen, place your index finger on the orange button .
- Start: Hold down the orange button → tip beats approximately 50 times per second (~0.2 mm deep).
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Engraving:
- Apply no pressure , just glide lightly over the metal.
- For deeper engraving, stay in one spot longer.
- It's best to hold it vertically , but holding it at an angle is also possible.
- Stop: Release button → pen stops immediately.
- Storage: Disconnect from the power supply, place back in the wooden box and close it.
🔒 Safety & Behavior
- Never point towards eyes or people!
- Do not take photos or voice memos of the seed words.
- Only you are allowed to know the seed phrase — it grants full wallet access.
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Use only suitable metals :
- ✅ Bitpen Cold Wallets (recommended)
- ✅ Aluminum, stainless steel, titanium Grade 1
- ❌ No hardened steels — tip can break!
- If the tip is defective: do not continue using → replacement tip available in the shop.
- Safety goggles recommended.
🧰 Technical specifications
- Voltage: 5 V DC (USB-C)
- Current draw: up to 3 A
- Beat frequency: approx. 50 Hz
- Impact depth: ~0.2 mm (depending on the material)
- Operating mode: Push button – On / Release button – Off
- Engraving tip: replaceable
🧡 Care & Storage
- Always disconnect from the power supply before cleaning.
- Remove metal dust with a brush or cloth (do not blow it out!).
- Store in a dry, cool place and out of reach of children.
- Check the tip regularly — replace worn tips.
- Never immerse the device in liquids.
❗ Quick troubleshooting guide
| problem | Possible cause | Solution |
|---|---|---|
| No function | Power source too weak | Try a different 5V power supply. |
| Engraving too flat | Moved too quickly / at too steep an angle | Slower, more vertical, linger longer |
| The top isn't jumping properly. | Dirty or worn out | Clean or insert a replacement tip |
🛠️ Replacement & Support
➡ Replacement tips and compatible cold wallets can be found in the Bitpen shop