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Layer by layer

2010-04-13T06:06:47Z

Joshtime: Changed In-depth to Multiple page so that people do not get misleaded

{{Method Infobox
|name=LBL (3x3x3)
|image=Layer_by_layer.gif
|proposers=none
|year=1980s
|anames
|variants=[[CFOP]], [[8355]]
|steps=5+
|algs=6 to 16 (depending on [[LL]])
|moves
|purpose=
* [[Beginner Method]]
* [[Speedsolving]]
}}
'''Layer-By-Layer''', or normally only '''LBL''' is a group of [[method]]s that solves the [[cube]] in layers. In the basic, [[3x3x3 Beginner Methods#Layer By Layer|beginner LBL method]], the solver finishes the layers one at a time: the [[first layer]] edges, then corners; then the second layer's edges; and finally the [[last layer]]. This is the most common method for new cubers to discover on their own. More advanced LBL methods solve layers more efficiently or solve two layers at once: for example, the [[Fridrich method]] solves the [[first two layers]] simultaneously, by forming a [[cross]] of the first layer's [[edge]]s and then filling in four [[pair]]s of a [[corner]] and an [[edge]] into the so-called [[slot]]s.

__NOTOC__
 
== 3x3x3 LBL Method ==
Also known as LBL. Solves the cube in layers: First the bottom layer, then the middle layer, and finally the top layer or [[LL]]. As a slight advancement to basic Layer By Layer, the [[Keyhole]] method can be used to enable solving of the middle layer in fewer moves.

== 2x2x2 LBL Method ==
{{Method Infobox
|name=LBL (2x2x2)
|image=Lbl.gif
|proposers=none
|year=1980's
|anames
|variants=[[CLL]]
|steps=3
|algs=2 to 9 (depending on [[LL]])
|moves
|purpose=
* [[Beginner Method]]
* [[Speedsolving]]
}}

Done as if solving the 3x3 corners using the Layer-By-Layer method. Shorter last layer algs may be used since there are no edges to be keped in position on a 2x2. There are two options for the last layer in a beginner 2x2 solve:

* Orientation followed by Permutation
* Permutation followed by Orientation

==See Also==

* [[OLL]]
* [[PLL]]
* [[OLL (2x2x2)]]
* [[Layer]]
* [[First Layer]]
* [[Last Layer]]
* [[4-Look Last Layer]]

== External Links ==
* YouTube: [http://www.youtube.com/user/CubeRight#p/u/8/VVrOmmKnVjo CubeRight's] excellent (HD) beginner tutorial. Easy transition to Fridrich method.
* YouTube: [http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=609nhVzg-5Q Badmephiosto's Beginners Tutorial] excellent quality tutorial. Method designed for easy transition to Fridrich
* YouTube: [http://ca.youtube.com/watch?v=ofZFUgaxlTQ Badmephisto's OLD Beginners Tutorial] .. the outdated version.
* YouTube: [http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=HsQIoPyfQzM Dan brown's Beginner Method] combines corner orientation/permutation into one step making the solve a little easier, but much slower and more difficult to transition to Fridrich
* [http://www.monkeysee.com/play/1113-solve-rubik-s-cube Bob Burton's Tutorial] (video)
* [http://www.rubiks.com/Academy/Tyson%20Video.aspx Tyson Mao's video tutorial on rubiks.com] (video)
* [http://www.stanford.edu/~leyanlo/cube_solution.pdf Leyan's guide for beginners] '''(PDF)'''
* [http://peter.stillhq.com/jasmine/rubikscubesolution.html Jasmine Lee's Beginner Solution]
* [http://erikku.110mb.com/beginner.html Arnaud van Galen's beginners method explained by Erik Akkersdijk]
* [http://rubikscube.info/beginner.php rubikscube.info Beginner LBL for the 2x2x2]
* [http://joshtime.com/cubing/beginners-method/ JoshTime's Multiple Page LBL Beginner's Method Explanation]

[[Category:Methods]]
[[Category: 2x2x2 Beginner Methods]]
[[Category: 3x3x3 Beginner Methods]]
[[Category: 2x2x2 Speedsolving Methods]]
[[Category: 3x3x3 Speedsolving Methods]]

Layer by layer

2010-04-06T19:39:10Z

Joshtime: Added another Beginner's Method link

{{Method Infobox
|name=LBL (3x3x3)
|image=Layer_by_layer.gif
|proposers=none
|year=1980s
|anames
|variants=[[CFOP]], [[8355]]
|steps=5+
|algs=6 to 16 (depending on [[LL]])
|moves
|purpose=
* [[Beginner Method]]
* [[Speedsolving]]
}}
'''Layer-By-Layer''', or normally only '''LBL''' is a group of [[method]]s that solves the [[cube]] in layers. In the basic, [[3x3x3 Beginner Methods#Layer By Layer|beginner LBL method]], the solver finishes the layers one at a time: the [[first layer]] edges, then corners; then the second layer's edges; and finally the [[last layer]]. This is the most common method for new cubers to discover on their own. More advanced LBL methods solve layers more efficiently or solve two layers at once: for example, the [[Fridrich method]] solves the [[first two layers]] simultaneously, by forming a [[cross]] of the first layer's [[edge]]s and then filling in four [[pair]]s of a [[corner]] and an [[edge]] into the so-called [[slot]]s.

__NOTOC__
 
== 3x3x3 LBL Method ==
Also known as LBL. Solves the cube in layers: First the bottom layer, then the middle layer, and finally the top layer or [[LL]]. As a slight advancement to basic Layer By Layer, the [[Keyhole]] method can be used to enable solving of the middle layer in fewer moves.

== 2x2x2 LBL Method ==
{{Method Infobox
|name=LBL (2x2x2)
|image=Lbl.gif
|proposers=none
|year=1980's
|anames
|variants=[[CLL]]
|steps=3
|algs=2 to 9 (depending on [[LL]])
|moves
|purpose=
* [[Beginner Method]]
* [[Speedsolving]]
}}

Done as if solving the 3x3 corners using the Layer-By-Layer method. Shorter last layer algs may be used since there are no edges to be keped in position on a 2x2. There are two options for the last layer in a beginner 2x2 solve:

* Orientation followed by Permutation
* Permutation followed by Orientation

==See Also==

* [[OLL]]
* [[PLL]]
* [[OLL (2x2x2)]]
* [[Layer]]
* [[First Layer]]
* [[Last Layer]]
* [[4-Look Last Layer]]

== External Links ==
* YouTube: [http://www.youtube.com/user/CubeRight#p/u/8/VVrOmmKnVjo CubeRight's] excellent (HD) beginner tutorial. Easy transition to Fridrich method.
* YouTube: [http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=609nhVzg-5Q Badmephiosto's Beginners Tutorial] excellent quality tutorial. Method designed for easy transition to Fridrich
* YouTube: [http://ca.youtube.com/watch?v=ofZFUgaxlTQ Badmephisto's OLD Beginners Tutorial] .. the outdated version.
* YouTube: [http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=HsQIoPyfQzM Dan brown's Beginner Method] combines corner orientation/permutation into one step making the solve a little easier, but much slower and more difficult to transition to Fridrich
* [http://www.monkeysee.com/play/1113-solve-rubik-s-cube Bob Burton's Tutorial] (video)
* [http://www.rubiks.com/Academy/Tyson%20Video.aspx Tyson Mao's video tutorial on rubiks.com] (video)
* [http://www.stanford.edu/~leyanlo/cube_solution.pdf Leyan's guide for beginners] '''(PDF)'''
* [http://peter.stillhq.com/jasmine/rubikscubesolution.html Jasmine Lee's Beginner Solution]
* [http://erikku.110mb.com/beginner.html Arnaud van Galen's beginners method explained by Erik Akkersdijk]
* [http://rubikscube.info/beginner.php rubikscube.info Beginner LBL for the 2x2x2]
* [http://joshtime.com/cubing/beginners-method/ JoshTime's In-Depth LBL Beginner's Method Explanation]

[[Category:Methods]]
[[Category: 2x2x2 Beginner Methods]]
[[Category: 3x3x3 Beginner Methods]]
[[Category: 2x2x2 Speedsolving Methods]]
[[Category: 3x3x3 Speedsolving Methods]]

User:Joshtime

2010-03-21T01:49:15Z

Joshtime: Created page with 'I am an cuber who is still trying to improve. My website is at [http://joshtime.com http://joshtime.com].'

I am an cuber who is still trying to improve.

My website is at [http://joshtime.com http://joshtime.com].

Introduction to Speedcubing for Beginners

2010-03-06T17:44:32Z

Joshtime: Replaced the doesn?t with doesn't

This guide will give you a small introduction to [[speedcubing]].

If you are new to this sport, you will find out there is a lot of information available.. If you are dazzled about the amount of information, just take it one step at a time.

== Frequently Asked Questions ==

=== What is the Rubik's Cube? ===

The Rubik's Cube is a puzzle, invented by Erno Rubik in 1974. In 1980, the Cube was marketed world-wide, and 200 million of them were sold. Here you can see what a Rubik's Cube looks like.

=== What is speedcubing? ===

Speedcubing is the art of solving Rubik's Cube (and other twisty puzzles) as fast as possible. I think most people would also say that speedcubing is more than that: Other disciplines, such as one handed cubing or blindfold cubing can also be called "speedcubing".

=== How can I solve the cube? ===

If you are a beginner, there are a lot of websites available that will explain how to solve the [[3x3x3 cube]] in an easy way. (**Please note that there are many different ways to solve the cube. Some of these links will describe different methods**)
[http://peter.stillhq.com/jasmine/rubikscubesolution.html Andy Camann]
[http://grrroux.free.fr/begin/Begin.html Gilles Roux]
[http://www.solvethecube.co.uk/ Joel van Noort]
[http://www.its.caltech.edu/%7Eleyanlo/cube_solution.pdf Leyan Lo]
[http://pjkcubed.com/rubiks-cube-beginners-guide.html Patrick Kelly]
[http://jeays.net/rubiks.htm Mark Jeays]

=== How does the notation system work? ===

The cube has six sides: Front, Back, Left, Right, Upper and Down (F, B, L, R U and D). A single letter represents a clockwise turn of that face. For this, imagine that every side has an image of a clock on it, and a 90 degree clockwise turn has to go in the same direction as that clock. It might take a while to get used to this, because for the B face, from the perspective of the person holding the cube, a clockwise turn looks like a counterclockwise turn in a way... But after using this system for a while, you will get used to it. A single letter followed by a ' represents a counterclockwise turn of that face. A single letter followed by a 2 represents a 180 degree turn of that face. In that case, the direction of the turn doesn't matter. Many cubers use other notation. Further explanation of symbols can be found on the [[notation]] page.

=== My cube is very stiff... What can I do to make it run smoother? ===

There are a lot of cubes out there that are recommended for speedcubing. However, most cubes will get looser by simply using them very often. Some cubes allow you to take off the center-caps and fine-tune the tension of the screws and springs. By turning the screws, you can make the cube a bit more loose, by turning the springs you can adjust tension with how each side turns. Another idea is to lube your cube with silicone spray. You should be careful with this, because some lubricants can be quite aggressive for your cube. If it say's "WD-40" anywhere on your lubricant, DONT use it to lube your cube. You can read more about [[Lubrication]] on the main article on it.

Making the cube physically smoother requires more effort. One popular method is to sand the pieces and internal mechanism. This can be done by putting the cube in sand, (thus letting multiple grains get trapped in the internal mechanism) and solving the cube multiple times therefore sanding the cube internally. Once the cube has been solved numerous times, the cube must be washed out and cleaned of all sand and cube dust the sand may have left behind.

=== How can I "open"/take apart my cube? ===

You can turn one of the faces 45 degrees, and try to POP out one of the edge pieces, as shown in this picture: http://www.speedcubing.com/ton/3x3x3_dis.JPG. You should be careful with this. With extremely stiff cubes this doesn't work.

=== Where can I learn those fingertricks? ===

There aren't many websites that really have a section about finger tricks. On [http://www.solvethecube.co.uk this page], I have one tutorial that explains the basic finger tricks, and gives a few examples. (click tutorials, and search for the "Fingertricks" tutorial). There are some websites with videos that show you how to perform algorithms. www.cubewhiz.com provides algorithms with videos. This can give you an idea about how to execute certain combinations of moves. www.strangepuzzle.com hosts a lot of speedcubing videos. These videos are really fast, but it can give you some inspiration. After watching all these videos for a while, you will probably start doing your own tricks.

=== What is the best method for speedsolving the Cube? ===

I honestly don't know... I wish I knew! I don't really think there is a "best method". I think you should just find a speedcubing method that feels right for you. Below this FAQ, you will find a list of links. Some of them link to popular speedcubing methods. However, before learning an extremely advanced method, I think it?s a good idea to first learn a beginners method!

=== Where can I buy puzzles? ===

http://www.rubiks.com sells a lot of twisty puzzles. I can highly recommmend the DIY kits for speedcubing.

http://www.mefferts.com also sells a lot of nice puzzles. Free shipping to anywhere in the world!

http://www.e-bay.com. Some cubers have luck with finding good puzzles on e-bay. I don't have any experience with this at all... So all I can say is: good luck with searching, and be careful with buying. Look at the sellers message, and other auctions, and try to estimate if he or she can be trusted.

There are these new websites which offer good deals

http://www.dealextreme.com/

http://www.dealperfect.com/

=== The stickers of my cube are peeling/coming off, how can I solve this problem? ===

This is a well known problem. Most cubes don't have high quality stickers on them whether they be the wrong colors or the laminate peels off. The best solution to this, by far, is to buy new stickers; Vinyl (PVC) stickers are highly recommended, Cubesmith sells high quality stickers and is used by professional speedcubers worldwide. [http://cubesmith.com CubeSmith] Making your own stickers takes a lot of time, and you probably won't make stickers as high of quality.

=== How can I solve higher order cubes? (4x4, 5x5) ===

You can find a method for the 4x4 here: http://www.speedcubing.com/chris/4-solution.html. The same ideas can be used for solving the 5x5. Another website that deals with higher order cubes can be found here: http://www.bigcubes.com.

=== How can I solve the F2L quickly with the Fridrich system/method? ===

The most common answer to this question is to "Slow down and look ahead" essentially that's all there is to it.
For more on Fridrich F2L the links below can be especially helpful.
Erik A. did a nice video on how he does the F2L slowly, check it out here, it should help:
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=HbKvOXE__CM

These two sites basically teach the same thing, but they use different algorithms.
http://www.snkenjoi.com/wikicube/index.php...e=Intuitive_F2L
http://dougreed.no-ip.org/~doug/f2l/f2l.htm

This site lists all 41 cases.
http://www.cubestation.co.uk/cs2/index.php...x3/cfop/f2l/f2l

=== Where can I see all current official/unofficial records? ===

All official records (records that are done at an official competition) can be found here:
http://www.worldcubeassociation.org/results/index.php

All unofficial records can be found here:
http://www.speedcubing.com/records

=== Other Information ===

For more FAQ's, please visit this link (contains general usage FAQ of the forum itself):
http://www.speedsolving.com/forum/faq.php

=== Some useful links ===

Speedcubing Tips
Below is a page containing the most links relating to speedcubing more than any other pages.
*http://speedcubing.com/links.html

=== Puzzle Shops ===

This is where you can find information on where to buy puzzles:
http://www.speedsolving.com/forum/showthread.php?t=117

=== How-To Guides ===

Here is a link to the How-To section, which includes various tutorials and guides. Please check it out when you get the chance:
http://www.speedsolving.com/forum/forumdisplay.php?f=18

[[Category:Competitive Cubing]]

Rubik's cube (puzzle type)

2010-03-06T17:19:52Z

Joshtime:

[[Image:Roux solved.jpg|160px|thumb|A Rubik's Cube in its solved position.]]
The '''Rubik's cube''' (also known as the '''3x3x3 cube''', and normally referred to as the '''3x3x3''' or '''3x3''') is a twistable [[puzzle]] in the shape of a cube that is cut two times along each of three axes. It is said to be the best-selling toy in history, with well over 300 million cubes sold, and because of this popularity it is the most commonly practiced cube in [[speedsolving]]. The main brand is [[Rubik's]], which was first patented by [[Erno Rubik]] in 1975, and which began being produced on a wide scale in the early 1980s. Recently the cubing community has seen the development of [[DIY]] cubes made in China, which many say are better for speedcubing than the official cubes.

This puzzle has 6 fixed [[center]]s, 12 [[edge]]s, and 8 [[corner]]s, and a total of 43,252,003,274,489,856,000 (or 4.3 x 10^19) positions. It has been proved that every position can be solved in 22 or fewer moves, and many believe that this can be improved to 20 moves.

The current official [[record]] speed solve is 7.08 seconds held by Erik Akkersdijk.

== See Also ==
* [[3x3x3 Cubes]] (brands)
* [[3x3x3 Methods]]
* [[Rubik's Brand Cube]]
* [[Notation]]
* [[World Record | World Records]]

== External Links ==
* [http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Rubik's_Cube The Wikipedia article]

{{Cubics}}

YongJun

2010-03-06T16:57:45Z

Joshtime:

{{Manufacturer
|NAME=Yongjun plastic products factory
|LOGO=Yongjun_logo.png
|YEARFOUNDED
|LOCATION=China
|YEARSACTIVE
|AREASSERVED
|WEBSITE=http://yongjuntoys.com
|PRODUCTS=Type-D and Type D-II
}}

Manufacturer of the Type-D Cube, also known as YUGA.

== Products ==

=== Type D ===
Also called 'GuoYou', [http://cube4you.com/index.php?gOo=goods_search_list.dwt&gcat=33&gtype= Type D cubes] ship fully assembled and [[sticker]]ed. The color scheme varies, but generally they are stickered in either the [[Japanese color scheme]] or a mirrored version of the [[Western color scheme]]. The original stickers are generally not as robust as most vinyl stickers, which is why [[Cube4You]] ships a set of better stickers with each cube. Recent Type D orders came stickered with nicer vinyl stickers(similar to storebought stickers) in the Western color scheme. Type D cubes rarely [[pop]], unlike [[Type A]] cubes. They also are decent at cutting corners. The argument as to which is better for speedcubing, however, has not been settled. Some people recommend replacing the Type D [[core]] with a Type A core. It is also recommended to try a hybrid of this cube with [[Type C]] [[cubie]]s.
[[Image:Type-d.jpg|none|thumb|Type-D I Cube]]

=== Different Types ===
There are two different types of Type-D cubes. Generation one Type-D's come in many different colors: Pink, Green and Black. The generation 2 Type-D's, also known as Type-D II are white. The stickers that come with the Type-D II are somewhat textured and do not peel off easily. The spinning is very smooth, rarely locks up, cuts corners but sometimes pops if spinning too violently. Each [[cubie]] is fully closed and has caps that rarely fall off. If they fall off, to fix it, just simply place the cap back on and push down.

{{Puzzle Ratings
|pzl=Type-D I Cube
|n=4
|ss=8.38
|lr=6.38
|cc=6.38
|pr=5.0
|qu=4.5
|rl=6.0
|wt=109g
|ov=6.63
}}

== See Also ==
* [[3x3x3 Cubes]]
* [[Puzzle Hardware]]

== External Links ==
* [http://www.yongjuntoys.com/en/ YongJun English Website]
* Speedsolving.com: [http://www.speedsolving.com/forum/showthread.php?t=5612 Comparison of Chinese DIYs]

[[Category:Puzzle Manufacturers]]
{{Stub}}

YongJun

2010-03-06T16:55:38Z

Joshtime: This is a lot of information added onto Different Types. I wrote this all by myself. I know about this information from my own experience (I have both types of Type D's). But, this may be subjective.

{{Manufacturer
|NAME=Yongjun plastic products factory
|LOGO=Yongjun_logo.png
|YEARFOUNDED
|LOCATION=China
|YEARSACTIVE
|AREASSERVED
|WEBSITE=http://yongjuntoys.com
|PRODUCTS=Type-D
}}

Manufacturer of the Type-D Cube, also known as YUGA.

== Products ==

=== Type D ===
Also called 'GuoYou', [http://cube4you.com/index.php?gOo=goods_search_list.dwt&gcat=33&gtype= Type D cubes] ship fully assembled and [[sticker]]ed. The color scheme varies, but generally they are stickered in either the [[Japanese color scheme]] or a mirrored version of the [[Western color scheme]]. The original stickers are generally not as robust as most vinyl stickers, which is why [[Cube4You]] ships a set of better stickers with each cube. Recent Type D orders came stickered with nicer vinyl stickers(similar to storebought stickers) in the Western color scheme. Type D cubes rarely [[pop]], unlike [[Type A]] cubes. They also are decent at cutting corners. The argument as to which is better for speedcubing, however, has not been settled. Some people recommend replacing the Type D [[core]] with a Type A core. It is also recommended to try a hybrid of this cube with [[Type C]] [[cubie]]s.

=== Different Types ===
There are two different types of Type D cubes. Generation one Type D's come in many different colors: Pink, Green and Black. The generation 2 Type D's, also known as Type D-II are white. The stickers that come with the Type D-II are somewhat textured and do not peel off easily. The spinning is very smooth, rarely locks up, cuts corners but sometimes pops if spinning too violently. Each [[cubie]] is fully closed and has caps that rarely fall off. If they fall off, to fix it, just simply place the cap back on and push down.

{{Puzzle Ratings
|pzl=Type-D Cube
|n=4
|ss=8.38
|lr=6.38
|cc=6.38
|pr=5.0
|qu=4.5
|rl=6.0
|wt=109g
|ov=6.63
}}
[[Image:Type-d.jpg|none|thumb|Type-D Cube]]

== See Also ==
* [[3x3x3 Cubes]]
* [[Puzzle Hardware]]

== External Links ==
* [http://www.yongjuntoys.com/en/ YongJun English Website]
* Speedsolving.com: [http://www.speedsolving.com/forum/showthread.php?t=5612 Comparison of Chinese DIYs]

[[Category:Puzzle Manufacturers]]
{{Stub}}

YongJun

2010-03-06T16:48:40Z

Joshtime: Fixed the weight. According to popbuying, it is 109g.

{{Manufacturer
|NAME=Yongjun plastic products factory
|LOGO=Yongjun_logo.png
|YEARFOUNDED
|LOCATION=China
|YEARSACTIVE
|AREASSERVED
|WEBSITE=http://yongjuntoys.com
|PRODUCTS=Type-D
}}

Manufacturer of the Type-D Cube, also known as YUGA.

== Products ==

=== Type D ===
Also called 'GuoYou', [http://cube4you.com/index.php?gOo=goods_search_list.dwt&gcat=33&gtype= Type D cubes] ship fully assembled and [[sticker]]ed. The color scheme varies, but generally they are stickered in either the [[Japanese color scheme]] or a mirrored version of the [[Western color scheme]]. The original stickers are generally not as robust as most vinyl stickers, which is why [[Cube4You]] ships a set of better stickers with each cube. Recent Type D orders came stickered with nicer vinyl stickers(similar to storebought stickers) in the Western color scheme. Type D cubes rarely [[pop]], unlike [[Type A]] cubes. They also are decent at cutting corners. The argument as to which is better for speedcubing, however, has not been settled. Some people recommend replacing the Type D [[core]] with a Type A core. It is also recommended to try a hybrid of this cube with [[Type C]] [[cubie]]s.
{{Puzzle Ratings
|pzl=Type-D Cube
|n=4
|ss=8.38
|lr=6.38
|cc=6.38
|pr=5.0
|qu=4.5
|rl=6.0
|wt=109g
|ov=6.63
}}
[[Image:Type-d.jpg|none|thumb|Type-D Cube]]

== See Also ==
* [[3x3x3 Cubes]]
* [[Puzzle Hardware]]

== External Links ==
* [http://www.yongjuntoys.com/en/ YongJun English Website]
* Speedsolving.com: [http://www.speedsolving.com/forum/showthread.php?t=5612 Comparison of Chinese DIYs]

[[Category:Puzzle Manufacturers]]
{{Stub}}

ShengEn

2010-02-28T03:06:57Z

Joshtime:

{{Manufacturer
|NAME=Sheng-en Cube
|LOGO=Shengen_logo.png
|YEARFOUNDED=2004
|LOCATION=China
|YEARSACTIVE=2004-present
|AREASSERVED=Worldwide
|WEBSITE=http://www.sheng-en.cn/
|PRODUCTS=Type-B, Type-F, Type-F II
}}

Manufacturer of the type-B and type-F 3x3x3 cubes.

== Products ==

=== Type-B ===
Type B cubes are one of the inferior DIY types. Oddly enough, many of the more 'exotic' cube colors are of this type, such as transparent cubes. They can be used in hybrid cubes, for example Erik Akkersdijk (world record holder) used type-B cubie's with a Rubik's DIY core as his main cube.

[[Image:Type_b.jpg|none|thumb|White Type-B Cube]]

=== Type-F ===
{{Puzzle Ratings
|pzl=Type-F
|n=4
|ss=8.5
|lr=8.5
|cc=8.25
|pr=7.25
|qu=7.0
|rl=7.0
|wt=79g
|ov=8.18
}}
Type F cubes are different in that instead of having caps on the inside of the pieces (as all cube pieces are hollow) they have caps on the OUTSIDE so as to keep the rubbing surfaces as smooth as possible. Unfortunately, the core is of bad quality, and deteriorates quickly after lubing. It can be replaced with an A core and improved. Type F cubes often considered to be the smoothest cubes on the market. They turn relatively fast and are used by some speedcubers.
{|
| [[Image:Type-f.jpg|none|thumb|Type-F I]]
|      
| Where to buy:
* Black: [http://www.cube4you.com/product-583.html], [http://cgi.ebay.co.uk/SPEEDCUBE-TYPE-F-Magic-IQ-Rubik-Rubiks-UK-SELLER_W0QQitemZ230433190875QQcmdZViewItemQQptZUK_Toys_Rubiks_RL?hash=item35a6e373db]
|}

=== Type-F II ===
Type-F II cubes are widely considered to be similar in turning quality to the Type-F, but without the drawbacks of [[Core]] deterioration. Many cubers use this cube. The cube has the curious characteristic of slightly rounded cubies and edges that are truncated and capped. The rounded cubies cause average 3x3 stickers to be just under 1mm too small. This cause tiles to extend out from the cubies a little. The truncated edges are presumably to reduce friction in the cube and prevent the edges interfering with the core. This cube is quite light compared to other cubes, which coupled with the smooth turning gives the cube a delicate feel.

{{Puzzle Ratings
|pzl=Type-F II
|n=5
|ss=9.6
|lr=8.4
|cc=8.9
|pr=9.1
|qu=7.0
|rl=8.8
|wt=81g
|ov=9.33
}}

Under the correct tensioning this cube can cut 3/4 of the centre piece with minimal effort and without popping.
{|
| [[Image:Type_fII.jpg|none|thumb|Type-F II]]
| [[Image:Type_fII2.jpg|none|thumb|Type-F II Boxed]]
|     
| Where to buy:
* Black: [http://www.popbuying.com/detail.pb/sku.27101], [http://www.cube4you.com/product-566.html], [http://cgi.ebay.co.uk/TYPE-FII-3x3x3-SPEEDCUBE-Magic-IQ-Rubik-UK-SELLER_W0QQitemZ230433193525QQcmdZViewItemQQptZUK_Toys_Rubiks_RL?hash=item35a6e37e35]
* White: [http://www.popbuying.com/detail.pb/sku.27102]

Take note, if buying from popbuying, there have been reports that they send type-F's where type-FII's were ordered.
|}

== See Also ==
* [[3x3x3 Cubes]]
* [[Puzzle Hardware]]

== External Links ==
* [http://www.sheng-en.cn www.sheng-en.cn]
* Speedsolving.com: [http://www.speedsolving.com/forum/showthread.php?t=5612 Comparison of Chinese DIYs]
* Speedsolving.com: [http://www.speedsolving.com/forum/showthread.php?t=19013 Where to buy a type f or f-II]

[[Category:Puzzle Manufacturers]]
[[Category:Cubing Terminology]]
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YongJun

2010-02-28T03:02:51Z

Joshtime: 110 grams. Source: cube4you

{{Manufacturer
|NAME=Yongjun plastic products factory
|LOGO=Yongjun_logo.png
|YEARFOUNDED
|LOCATION=China
|YEARSACTIVE
|AREASSERVED
|WEBSITE=http://yongjuntoys.com
|PRODUCTS=Type-D
}}

Manufacturer of the Type-D Cube, also known as YUGA.

== Products ==

=== Type D ===
Also called 'GuoYou', [http://cube4you.com/index.php?gOo=goods_search_list.dwt&gcat=33&gtype= Type D cubes] ship fully assembled and [[sticker]]ed. The color scheme varies, but generally they are stickered in either the [[Japanese color scheme]] or a mirrored version of the [[Western color scheme]]. The original stickers are generally not as robust as most vinyl stickers, which is why [[Cube4You]] ships a set of better stickers with each cube. Recent Type D orders came stickered with nicer vinyl stickers(similar to storebought stickers) in the Western color scheme. Type D cubes rarely [[pop]], unlike [[Type A]] cubes. They also are decent at cutting corners. The argument as to which is better for speedcubing, however, has not been settled. Some people recommend replacing the Type D [[core]] with a Type A core. It is also recommended to try a hybrid of this cube with [[Type C]] [[cubie]]s.
{{Puzzle Ratings
|pzl=Type-D Cube
|n=4
|ss=8.38
|lr=6.38
|cc=6.38
|pr=5.0
|qu=4.5
|rl=6.0
|wt=110g
|ov=6.63
}}
[[Image:Type-d.jpg|none|thumb|Type-D Cube]]

== See Also ==
* [[3x3x3 Cubes]]
* [[Puzzle Hardware]]

== External Links ==
* [http://www.yongjuntoys.com/en/ YongJun English Website]
* Speedsolving.com: [http://www.speedsolving.com/forum/showthread.php?t=5612 Comparison of Chinese DIYs]

[[Category:Puzzle Manufacturers]]
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