[Shipping] AboStudio Number Pad --- finished

[kinruan]

Firstly give credit to regack for designing the initial PCB. 
I personally apologize for hanging out this pcb without any check. i swear i don't know this i have talked to the one offering me pcb and he said "yes it is a reference and i improved it "

Hello every one, again i am offering you this group buy
not switch covers, but something solid, aluminum number pads

keep straight:
Price:
Case : 100$/each
three colors: Silver, Metal Grey, and Black
PCB: 20$/each
Material: 6061T6 Aluminum

update
More Information about PCB
1. It is programmable. i will update the specific progress later
2. Pictures will be up soon
3. like any DIY set, you need 4148 diodes, LED, Cherry Stabs and switches
4. Everything is ready, you just put switches and stabs on. no SMD no any tiny soldering

shipping:
mostly will be around 10~20 pending on your request. if PCB only, it will be about 10$.

no google drive this time.

Please leave your order and pp address below, i will PM every of you to confirm shipping address and pp address.

PS: there are cases for race as well. if you are interested in them, please pm me

7/27 Mostly Invoiced via PP today. Please carefully confirm your order and pay the invoice
If u have told me ur PP but not received an invoice yet, please let me know. i may send ur invoice to a wrong address

7/30 All invoiced

8/11 sry everyone i was sick for a week having favor. everything is going fine. i have received ur payments and managing the shipping

8/21 shipping invoices are out. Once u pay, i ship it right away.
For those not receiving a shipping invoice, plz be patient, i am either missing ur shipping name/country/phone number or trying to figure out your specific address on the Google map. plz wait for further pm to comfirm ur info.


All shipped out except below
onishima            never paid
piberry               case choice plz


9/14 Update
Programming guide is updated. they are in Chinese unfortunately, and currently i don't time for translation. Try google translation plz and you are welcome to help me explaining the guide since i don't know much about it either.
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[LechnerDE]

So what do I need to get a working numpad?

Just the case, the PCB and some switches or are there other components I need to source?

By the way, I don't think it's neccessary to post the PayPal address in the comments. This could be done via PM!

[dorkvader]

So what do I need to get a working numpad?

Just the case, the PCB and some switches or are there other components I need to source?

By the way, I don't think it's neccessary to post the PayPal address in the comments. This could be done via PM!

looks like you'll need stabs as well.

More information about this is needed (layouts? programmability? plate? stab type?) before I am interested.

[Pacifist]

will race case fit other 75%?

also it may be against the rules to put paypal emails in the replies

[geniekid]

A picture of the PCB and plate would definitely generate more interest I think!

[yicaoyimu]

I don't think we are allowed to leave personal information (paypal address) under this thread.

[yicaoyimu]

will race case fit other 75%?

No. The USB port position is different, if you are thinking about mx-mini.

[Pacifist]

will race case fit other 75%?

No. The USB port position is different, if you are thinking about mx-mini.

was thinking maybe kc84

also its possible to change the location of the usb port on the mini, but im not sure if its the same position as race

[Glod]

! how much for the RACE case, I've been wanting a tray for my RACE like forever. this seems like a really cool combo with the numpad.

also paypal address should be private information.

[CommonCurt]

You think you could get case like this that fits Poker/Poker2's?

[kinruan]

You think you could get case like this that fits Poker/Poker2's?

no i can't. but i personally have an empty poker case around lol if you want that

[CommonCurt]

You think you could get case like this that fits Poker/Poker2's?

no i can't. but i personally have an empty poker case around lol if you want that

Are you talking about a stock Poker case?

I'm trying to find a aluminum Poker case like the one that imsto was selling a while back (or something similar) that isn't low profile.

Just wanted to check since you mentioned that you could get Race cases.

[feizor]

I am also interested in the 75% case if it can fit Keycool 84

[Glod]

It is clearly only made for the RACE, it has the race PCB mounts and USB port. The keycool is held by a plate while the race is PCB only and mounts direct on the PCB. I don't think the keycool would ever work with a tray.

The numpad likely doesn't use a plate like a race

It looks like the goal was to have a race \ numpad combo as they share the same dimensions

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I will probably join this but I'm going to myself time to think about it.

[AKmalamute]

If I were to be in, it'd be for PCB-only ... and I'm still on the fence, sorta like GLOD, above.

Shipping costs? Not exorbitant I hope, as you're in the states, too ...

[Razor Lotus]

Wow.... tough choice between buying this now or waiting for the butterfly pad to be released.

Only way to get the full numpad is to buy the pcb and case from here and DIY right? Where do I get the other parts from like the controller, diodes and resistors etc? Will they be included? Cause switches, stabs, LEDs and keycaps are fine by me. Just the other parts of the PCB

[kinruan]

You think you could get case like this that fits Poker/Poker2's?

no i can't. but i personally have an empty poker case around lol if you want that

Are you talking about a stock Poker case?

I'm trying to find a aluminum Poker case like the one that imsto was selling a while back (or something similar) that isn't low profile.

Just wanted to check since you mentioned that you could get Race cases.

It is a metal grey aluminium case

[kinruan]

I am also interested in the 75% case if it can fit Keycool 84

if you can give me a couple pic comparing keycool 84 and race. that would be helpful

[kinruan]

Wow.... tough choice between buying this now or waiting for the butterfly pad to be released.

Only way to get the full numpad is to buy the pcb and case from here and DIY right? Where do I get the other parts from like the controller, diodes and resistors etc? Will they be included? Cause switches, stabs, LEDs and keycaps are fine by me. Just the other parts of the PCB

controllers whatever other SMDs will be on.  It will be like a kmac PCB, everything is ready. i will confirm anyway
see update

[CommonCurt]

You think you could get case like this that fits Poker/Poker2's?

no i can't. but i personally have an empty poker case around lol if you want that

Are you talking about a stock Poker case?

I'm trying to find a aluminum Poker case like the one that imsto was selling a while back (or something similar) that isn't low profile.

Just wanted to check since you mentioned that you could get Race cases.

It is a metal grey aluminium case

You got PM.

[okwchin]

OMG number pad.

Want.

Need.

What colour to go for...

Maybe I'll go with this first

2x Black number pad case
0x Silver number pad case
3x Number pad PCB

[geniekid]

2x PCB please

[Blackehart]

This is just pcb and case, correct? No plate?

[Glod]

PCB Mounted Switches, so no plate needed.

[pmh1410]

I think we need plate. It's easy to take out keycap on keypad.

[yicaoyimu]

I think we need plate. It's easy to take out keycap on keypad.

^ this. And for better back lighting effect. I know aboStudio doesn't have plate right now, but hey, we really need plate!

[Glod]

I think we need plate. It's easy to take out keycap on keypad.

huh? i have a few PCB mount boards, you can very easily take off keycaps and you can service switches even easier than a plate with the notches cut out
 and with the aluminum case it really wont need it because it will still be very solid. backlighting will actually be better

here is my race for example






veryone makes plateless out to be this horrible thing, probably because they have only tried it where the case the PCB is in was very flexible like a G80-1800 or G80-1190,

[Glod]

Please add my order, i have decided

2 x Numpad PCB
1 x Metal Grey Numpad Tray
1 x Metal Grey RACE Tray (please send me price, though im pretty sure ill agree to it)

[kinruan]

This is just pcb and case, correct? No plate?

no plate

[kinruan]

I think we need plate. It's easy to take out keycap on keypad.

^ this. And for better back lighting effect. I know aboStudio doesn't have plate right now, but hey, we really need plate!

for better LED effect, we have clear switch cover!

[pmh1410]

I think we need plate. It's easy to take out keycap on keypad.

huh? i have a few PCB mount boards, you can very easily take off keycaps and you can service switches even easier than a plate with the notches cut out
 and with the aluminum case it really wont need it because it will still be very solid. backlighting will actually be better

here is my race for example

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I think we need plate. It's easy to take out keycap on keypad.

huh? i have a few PCB mount boards, you can very easily take off keycaps and you can service switches even easier than a plate with the notches cut out
 and with the aluminum case it really wont need it because it will still be very solid. backlighting will actually be better

here is my race for example

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veryone makes plateless out to be this horrible thing, probably because they have only tried it where the case the PCB is in was very flexible like a G80-1800 or G80-1190,

I don't think so. Was you take out your switchs from keyboard by Keypuller when you change your keycap sets ?

Anyway, if we add plate, it's more better and more solid but not good feeling type than plateless .....

[Glod]

I think we need plate. It's easy to take out keycap on keypad.

huh? i have a few PCB mount boards, you can very easily take off keycaps and you can service switches even easier than a plate with the notches cut out
 and with the aluminum case it really wont need it because it will still be very solid. backlighting will actually be better

here is my race for example

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I think we need plate. It's easy to take out keycap on keypad.

huh? i have a few PCB mount boards, you can very easily take off keycaps and you can service switches even easier than a plate with the notches cut out
 and with the aluminum case it really wont need it because it will still be very solid. backlighting will actually be better

here is my race for example

Show Image

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veryone makes plateless out to be this horrible thing, probably because they have only tried it where the case the PCB is in was very flexible like a G80-1800 or G80-1190,

I don't think so. Was you take out your switchs from keyboard by Keypuller when you change your keycap sets ?

Anyway, if we add plate, it's more better and more solid but not good feeling type than plateless .....

what the heck are you talking about! And i am not talking about the translation,

have you ever owned a pcb mount board? do you think the switch just comes off if you use a key cap puller? it does not, it is very stable,  The difference is more in the sound of the keyboard switch than the actual feel.

Cherry Corp pretty much is all pcb mount on their G80s and they seem to work out just fine for decades.

[yicaoyimu]

Anyway, if we add plate, it's more better and more solid but not good feeling type than plateless .....

Seriously, for a PCB this small, the typing feeling doesn't change at all whether it's plateless or not.

[okwchin]

... using plate ...

will mean increased difficulty to change switches and change layout if you intended to do so, for what would be a subtle increase in strength and rigidity for this size of number pad. Especially if the PCB is well supported.

Speaking of which, the internal shots of the case show a slight step on the inside edge of the walls of the case. Do these provide support to the edges of the PCB?

[pmh1410]

Anyway, if we add plate, it's more better and more solid but not good feeling type than plateless .....

Seriously, for a PCB this small, the typing feeling doesn't change at all whether it's plateless or not.

with plate, bottom out typing more hard than plateless. Try and compare yourself .....

@sorry Kinruan about this discuss, i will stop discuss about tech and tip here.

I think you are membre of Enjoyclick forum

[yicaoyimu]

Anyway, if we add plate, it's more better and more solid but not good feeling type than plateless .....

Seriously, for a PCB this small, the typing feeling doesn't change at all whether it's plateless or not.

with plate, bottom out typing more hard than plateless. Try and compare yourself .....

@sorry Kinruan about this discuss, i will stop discuss about tech and tip here.

I think you are membre of Enjoyclick forum

For a numpad PCB, 1.5mm thick, with three stand-offs on the bottom. Use your common sense yourself.

[zeroni13]

I want 2 PCB's and a black case.

[duckfeet23]

Hi, put me down for 2 x PCB's

[kinruan]

Anyway, if we add plate, it's more better and more solid but not good feeling type than plateless .....

Seriously, for a PCB this small, the typing feeling doesn't change at all whether it's plateless or not.

with plate, bottom out typing more hard than plateless. Try and compare yourself .....

@sorry Kinruan about this discuss, i will stop discuss about tech and tip here.

I think you are membre of Enjoyclick forum

actually i am not LOL i don't like that forum. and feel free discussing the plate. i personally don't like the plate

[kinruan]

Hi, put me down for 2 x PCB's

roger

[okwchin]

I think we need plate. It's easy to take out keycap on keypad.

^ this. And for better back lighting effect. I know aboStudio doesn't have plate right now, but hey, we really need plate!

for better LED effect, we have clear switch cover!

What do I need to do to order these clear switch covers. I am aware you have done GBs on the past for them, do you have one going for them still?

[kakakowie]

Any deadline or MOQ for this?

[kinruan]

Any deadline or MOQ for this?

no. feel free to order

[okwchin]

Note that the deadline has been updated to 8/2, or second of august in the title of the thread.

Excited!

Now I really want a similar or matching case for my 60% keyboard! Is there such a product available or possible for you to bring in? Would be pretty epic to have a 60% case as clean as this. Just like the Race case.

[AKmalamute]

Okay I'm hopping off the fence. One PCB only, please.

[jdcarpe]

Hmmm, nice looking number pad. That PCB looks amazingly similar to regack's GHpad design.

[yicaoyimu]

Hmmm, nice looking number pad. That PCB looks amazingly similar to regack's GHpad design.

Because that PCB is GHpad, confirmed.

[jdcarpe]

Hmmm, nice looking number pad. That PCB looks amazingly similar to regack's GHpad design.

Because that PCB is GHpad, confirmed.

Nice

[kinruan]

Hmmm, nice looking number pad. That PCB looks amazingly similar to regack's GHpad design.

Because that PCB is GHpad, confirmed.

confirmed. it is based on GHpad but supports full backlight

[geniekid]

It looks like the PCB was designed so you could break off the bottom row and have a functional 5x4 numpad.  Not sure how easy/safe it is to cut up a PCB, but a 5x4 would be great for people looking to compliment their 60% boards.