Evangelion-Themed iPhone 17 Cases and IC Card Cases Released, Featuring Battery-Free LED Illumination

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Product Features

These products are engineered using professional printed circuit board (PCB) design and manufacturing techniques. Designs are created using PCB CAD software, with each line meticulously drawn. Real electronic components are then mounted (soldered) onto genuine PCBs. After component mounting, each piece is individually coated by hand in a Class 1000 cleanroom to protect the components, followed by vacuum heating to ensure a flawless finish. Any air bubbles or dust on the resin surface are removed manually. All products are designed and manufactured in Japan and are RoHS compliant (lead-free). They are packaged in gift boxes, making them suitable for presents. The circuit boards are gold-plated, and the cases include a strap hole.

Manufacturing process videos are available for viewing:

How “FLASH iPhone Cases” Illuminate

The LEDs in the “FLASH iPhone Cases” light up by converting radio waves emitted by the iPhone itself into electrical power, which is then boosted. They do not illuminate constantly but light up randomly when the iPhone emits strong radio waves. This mechanism involves an antenna circuit on the back of the circuit board, which captures strong radio waves from the iPhone. These waves are then routed to the front surface, where an amplification circuit gradually increases the voltage and current to illuminate a single LED. This radio wave-powered LED illumination circuit was patented in 2020 (Patent No. 6667777).

Important Considerations for iPhone Cases

It is important to note that the Evangelion design iPhone cases are not compatible with MagSafe or wireless charging due to interference from the circuit board’s wiring patterns. For the iPhone 17 series, two models are available: 17 Pro and 17 Pro Max. Due to insufficient circuit board area for the antenna circuit in these models, additional antenna wires have been integrated into the inside of the case for reinforcement. Users are advised not to touch these antenna wires and tape. Additionally, due to rising costs of raw materials, including gold and silver, and increased labor expenses, the iPhone 17 series cases have seen a price adjustment.

FLASH EVA01 Circuit Board Art iPhone Case

This model features the “Evangelion Unit-01.” A 2mm red LED embedded in the core of Unit-01’s chest illuminates without a battery, with a total of 27 electronic components mounted. The design intricately depicts Unit-01 with approximately 140,000 lines. The background reinterprets the “Activation Experiment Site” anime scene using PCB wiring patterns, with the finest lines measuring 0.1mm. The circuit board is gold-plated and sealed with ultra-clear resin in a cleanroom for a beautiful finish. It comes in a black gift box and is made in Japan, featuring a strap hole.

Product Specifications:

FLASH EVA01 Circuit Board Art iPhone 17 Pro Case

  • Price: 19,800 JPY (tax included)

  • Color: Black

  • Size: 153mm × 75.5mm × 15mm (camera lens area)

  • Weight: 46g

  • Electronic Components: IC (1), LED (1), Resistor (1), Diode (12), Capacitor (12)

  • MagSafe & Wireless Charging: Not compatible

FLASH EVA01 Circuit Board Art iPhone 17 Pro Max Case

  • Price: 19,800 JPY (tax included)

  • Color: Black

  • Size: 166mm × 81mm × 15mm (camera lens area)

  • Weight: 52g

  • Electronic Components: IC (1), LED (1), Resistor (1), Diode (12), Capacitor (12)

  • MagSafe & Wireless Charging: Not compatible

FLASH NERV Circuit Board Art iPhone Case

This “NERV” model also illuminates without a battery, featuring a 2mm red LED in the NERV mark. It incorporates 26 electronic components and is composed of approximately 30,000 lines, meticulously depicting the NERV logo and injection routes from Route 1 to Route 6. The finest wiring patterns are 0.1mm. The circuit board is gold-plated and finished with ultra-clear resin in a cleanroom. It comes in a black gift box and is made in Japan, featuring a strap hole.

Product Specifications:

FLASH NERV Circuit Board Art iPhone 17 Pro Case

  • Price: 19,800 JPY (tax included)

  • Color: Black

  • Size: 153mm × 75.5mm × 15mm (camera lens area)

  • Weight: 46g

  • Electronic Components: LED (1), Resistor (1), Diode (12), Capacitor (12)

  • MagSafe & Wireless Charging: Not compatible

FLASH NERV Circuit Board Art iPhone 17 Pro Max Case

  • Price: 19,800 JPY (tax included)

  • Color: Black

  • Size: 166mm × 81mm × 15mm (camera lens area)

  • Weight: 52g

  • Electronic Components: LED (1), Resistor (1), Diode (12), Capacitor (12)

  • MagSafe & Wireless Charging: Not compatible

FLASH EVA13 Circuit Board Art iPhone Case

This “Evangelion Unit-13” model features a 2mm red LED in Unit-13’s chest, illuminating without a battery, with 27 electronic components mounted. It employs a detailed design with 0.1mm wide wiring patterns. The background depicts the “Apostle Sealing Curse Pattern” using PCB wiring patterns. The circuit board is gold-plated and sealed with ultra-clear resin in a cleanroom. It comes in a black gift box and is made in Japan, featuring a strap hole.

Product Specifications:

FLASH EVA13 Circuit Board Art iPhone 17 Pro Case

  • Price: 19,800 JPY (tax included)

  • Color: Black

  • Size: 153mm × 75.5mm × 15mm (camera lens area)

  • Weight: 46g

  • Electronic Components: IC (1), LED (1), Resistor (1), Diode (12), Capacitor (12)

  • MagSafe & Wireless Charging: Not compatible

FLASH EVA13 Circuit Board Art iPhone 17 Pro Max Case

  • Price: 19,800 JPY (tax included)

  • Color: Black

  • Size: 166mm × 81mm × 15mm (camera lens area)

  • Weight: 52g

  • Electronic Components: IC (1), LED (1), Resistor (1), Diode (12), Capacitor (12)

  • MagSafe & Wireless Charging: Not compatible

Circuit Board Art IC Card Cases

These “FLASH IC Card Cases” offer a fun and convenient way to commute or travel, as LEDs illuminate without batteries when touching ticket gates or making IC card payments. These cases can also be used for ID cards (if they are the same card size). The IC card cases are made entirely from 100% circuit board material, constructed by pressing and adhering three types of PCBs (front, middle, back). The PCBs are made of FR-4 (glass fiber cloth + epoxy), a lightweight and strong material used in automotive and industrial equipment. A keychain is included beneath the IC card case in the gift box.

  • Note 1: The position and circuitry of the chip inside IC cards may vary. If the response is poor, try flipping the IC card or rotating it. Whether it lights up at overseas ticket gates is unconfirmed, but it has been confirmed to light up in Hong Kong, which uses the FeliCa system.

  • Note 2: The light intensity may be lower compared to ticket gates when used elsewhere.

FLASH EVA01 Circuit Board Art IC Card Case

This model features “Evangelion Unit-01” with approximately 100,000 lines of intricate detail. A red LED embedded in the core of Unit-01’s chest illuminates.

Product Specifications:

  • Price: 12,100 JPY (tax included)

  • Colors: Green, Black, White

  • Size: 98mm × 62mm × 4.5mm

  • Weight: 25g (case only)

  • Electronic Components: IC (1), LED (1)

FLASH NERV Circuit Board Art IC Card Case

This “NERV” model is composed of approximately 30,000 lines, meticulously designing the NERV mark and injection routes. Four blue LEDs mounted on part of the injection route illuminate.

Product Specifications:

  • Price: 12,100 JPY (tax included)

  • Colors: Green, Black, White

  • Size: 98mm × 62mm × 4.5mm

  • Weight: 25g (case only)

  • Electronic Components: LED (4)

FLASH EVA13 Circuit Board Art IC Card Case

This “Evangelion Unit-13” model features six 2mm red LEDs embedded in Unit-13’s chest and the back of its hands. The background depicts the “Apostle Sealing Curse Pattern” using PCB wiring patterns.

Product Specifications:

  • Price: 12,100 JPY (tax included)

  • Colors: Green, Black, White

  • Size: 98mm × 62mm × 4.5mm

  • Weight: 25g (case only)

  • Electronic Components: IC (1), LED (6)

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About Denshi Gihan Co., Ltd.

Established in 1976, Denshi Gihan Co., Ltd. will celebrate its 50th anniversary in 2026. The company’s main business involves the design and manufacture of printed circuit boards, producing reliable boards for social infrastructure equipment in airports, railways, buses, and hospitals, as well as industrial machinery. Since entering the circuit board novelty goods business in 2014, the company has developed products known for their intricate designs and surprising features.

Awards (Novelty Goods Business Only):

  • 2015: Certified by the Ministry of Economy, Trade and Industry as “The Wonder 500”

  • 2015: Grand Prize, New Product Contest, Osaka Gift Show Autumn

  • 2017: Excellent Product, “Osaka Made Brand” by Osaka Prefecture

  • 2019: Grand Prize, New Product Contest, Tokyo Gift Show Autumn

For more information, visit the Denshi Gihan corporate website.

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