yes, minimum lots are 500 pcs.
From Bitmine, yes. I was hoping to hear from WinterParker if the 1-chip minimum offer was still on the table.
So what would you do with just one chip ?
Prototype design. They're expensive chips, so I only want a couple for testing. Once (if) the design works, I'll order more.
How are you going to test the chain with just one ?
Principal problem with this chip is in the fact that they shutdown when overheating occurs...so you must manually restart the box, and with only one chip you can not test anything serious. My advice, test at least two. There has been a DIY board made for 2 chips for such purpose...but it's not without bugs...so unless you have your own board design...it's just souvenirs...