Author Topic: [IC] ESNTL TKL // Mix & Match Colours (Read 39258 times)

KCK · « **on:** Fri, 09 October 2020, 16:42:49 »

ESNTL TKL // Gasket Mount TKL Keyboard

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INTEREST CHECK FORM
(Please fill out this form if you are genuinely interested in this keyboard)

Keyboard Case Design:

Colours:

Specifications:

Mounting Type: Gasket mount
Typing Angle: 7 degrees
Material: 6061 aluminium (Sandblasted finish + anodized or electrophoresis treatment)
Colours: Black/E-White/E-Black/Silver/Maroon Wine/Violet/Aquamarine/Blue Grey/Frosted Polycarbonate
Number of Units: 400 units
Layout: Supports both ANSI & ISO layout/Supports split backspace & stepped capslock/Fixed bottom row, tsangan layout (WK & WKL)
Plate Material Options: Aluminium/Brass/Carbon Fibre/FR4/Frosted Polycarbonate
PCB: Matte Black Custom Per-Key RGB USB Type-C PCB designed by Yiancar Designs (Supports QMK & Via + ESD-Protection)
Switch Support: MX style switches only

Estimated Prices:

Anodized Aluminium Top Case - £95
E-Colour Aluminium Top Case - £100
Poly-carbonate Top Case - £95

Anodized Aluminium Bottom Case - £80
E-Colour Aluminium Bottom Case - £85
Poly-carbonate Bottom Case - £80

Anodized Aluminium Plate - £25
E-Colour Aluminium Plate - £30
Sandblasted Brass Plate - £35
E-Colour Brass Plate - £40
Carbon Fibre Plate - £40
FR4 Plate - £25
Polycarbonate Plate - £25

PCB - £35
Sandblasted Brass Weight - £40
E-Colour Brass Weight - £45
Anodized Aluminium Weight - £30
E-Colour Aluminium Weight - £35

- Just to clear things up: Top Case,Bottom Case,Plate,PCB,Weight are required to purchase. The cheapest kit you can buy is £265
- After you choose your base kit, you can purchase up to 2 extra items (Plate/PCB)

Estimated Shipping Fees:

Shipping to UK - £15
Shipping to Europe - £28
Shipping to USA & Canada - £28
Shipping to Rest of the World - £45

Keyboard Parts Overview

Sound Test

Colour Renders: https://imgur.com/a/xpZMBcf

Contact:
Discord - https://discord.gg/cvrfHeE
Email - KCKBoards@gmail.com
PCB Designer - Check out Yiancar's work here

To-Do List:

~~Order case prototype.~~
~~Order PCB prototype.~~
~~Test fully built prototype.~~
~~Proceed to group buy.~~

Latest Update:

[09/10/2020] Ordered Prototype a couple weeks ago. Estimated to arrive mid October so hopefully i'll be able to make an assembly video and sound test soon.
[12/10/2020] After receiving some feedback, I decided to remove the red colour option and add a colour called "Maroon Wine".

[20/11/2020] Received my first prototype and made some minor changes to the keyboard design. I made the weight design slightly sharper and replaced the kck logo with "ESNTL". Will let you guys know when I have another design update. 2nd Prototype will be ordered very soon.

[24/11/2020] Ordered a 2nd prototype today. Made some small changes to the case design to make it easier to assemble.

[24/02/2021] Took a break from this project as I needed more time to focus on my other GB & house construction work. But I'm back now and i'm ready to move onto the groupbuy stage. Anyway here are some pictures of the 2nd prototype. I made very minor design changes to the keyboard but I think it refined the overall look.

[26/02/2021] The vendor i'll be working with will be Mechboards UK (Mechboards.co.uk). They handled the payment side of things for my previous groupbuy and they will be doing the same for this groupbuy. Unfortunately I will not be working with international vendors for this groupbuy. GB date hasn't been set yet but i'll keep you guys updated here on this thread whenever I can.

Kinesiologist · « **Reply #1 on:** Fri, 09 October 2020, 16:47:21 »

Regarding the name and the logo of the brass weight, are those finalized?
looks great overall, will be following closely

kuro0renji · « **Reply #2 on:** Fri, 09 October 2020, 16:48:06 »

That yellow looks so creamy

$W4GK!NG · « **Reply #3 on:** Fri, 09 October 2020, 16:50:21 »

Very interesting board, been following you since KY-01!! But imho side design on the top piece is a little too curvy for my taste, would like something more angular

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Create_alt_delete · « **Reply #4 on:** Fri, 09 October 2020, 16:53:31 »

Love the look of the blue-grey with CF plate.

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musdem · « **Reply #5 on:** Fri, 09 October 2020, 16:57:31 »

Finally, the perfect board for my GMK Rainy Day.

Kokaloo · « **Reply #6 on:** Fri, 09 October 2020, 16:58:23 »

So since the weight is optional cost, does that mean opting out of getting one would mean a gaping hole on the bottom case? Are the gasket mounts optional as well? I would think anything that is necessary to make the keyboard function as intended would be included in some sort of base price.

KCK · « **Reply #7 on:** Fri, 09 October 2020, 17:12:07 »

Quote from: Kokaloo on Fri, 09 October 2020, 16:58:23

So since the weight is optional cost, does that mean opting out of getting one would mean a gaping hole on the bottom case? Are the gasket mounts optional as well? I would think anything that is necessary to make the keyboard function as intended would be included in some sort of base price.

Sorry for the confusion. It is required to purchase a weight and a set of gaskets. But you can buy extra sets of gaskets or weights if you like. Same goes to the top case, bottom case, plates, etc.

Zambumon · « **Reply #8 on:** Fri, 09 October 2020, 17:21:31 »

GL with the IC

aadk5 · « **Reply #9 on:** Fri, 09 October 2020, 17:30:10 »

It'd be interesting to see more affordable TKL's go into the market. Good luck with IC, I'll be following along

Coby · « **Reply #10 on:** Fri, 09 October 2020, 18:13:05 »

looking good

I'll be keeping an eye on this one.

QuaintSafe · « **Reply #11 on:** Fri, 09 October 2020, 18:40:22 »

Unique design without going overboard. Price is looking good if it stays in that range!

Deadlcck · « **Reply #12 on:** Fri, 09 October 2020, 19:17:07 »

Always love a good purple. I love this hope I can get one!

jack47 · « **Reply #13 on:** Fri, 09 October 2020, 21:20:12 »

Looking nice, will be keeping out for this one.

KT-afk · « **Reply #14 on:** Fri, 09 October 2020, 21:41:29 »

Will you be looking at asia vendors as well? As the shipping cost to asia is quite high

Cubic // esc lab · « **Reply #15 on:** Sat, 10 October 2020, 00:18:41 »

Super nice to see more TKL cases. From this, to Iron180.. Let's see which one comes out first

Ireojimayo · « **Reply #16 on:** Sat, 10 October 2020, 00:53:26 »

This board looks really good and the price is very attractive.
The PCB is a bit confusing it seems to have Alps support (at least I think so) despite you saying its mx only.

I'm assuming this is not the final version of the pcb?
Nevertheless can't wait for updates and look forward to see what comes out of this.

KCK · « **Reply #17 on:** Sat, 10 October 2020, 05:06:11 »

Quote from: Ireojimayo on Sat, 10 October 2020, 00:53:26

This board looks really good and the price is very attractive.
The PCB is a bit confusing it seems to have Alps support (at least I think so) despite you saying its mx only.

I'm assuming this is not the final version of the pcb?
Nevertheless can't wait for updates and look forward to see what comes out of this.

Yes the PCB supports both mx & alps switches because that's the standard footprint my PCB designer used. But my current plate design doesn't support alps switches. If alps compatibility is what everyone wants then I can always design an alps plate as well.

RaccoonsFastest · « **Reply #18 on:** Sat, 10 October 2020, 06:43:25 »

The design is nice and at this price it's definitely an interesting kit. I just wished it wasn't a WKL. This layout now seems to be the norm for TKL. Am I the only one who needs the windows/super key?

Paitupai · « **Reply #19 on:** Sat, 10 October 2020, 07:00:32 »

Quote from: RaccoonsFastest on Sat, 10 October 2020, 06:43:25

The design is nice and at this price it's definitely an interesting kit. I just wished it wasn't a WKL. This layout now seems to be the norm for TKL. Am I the only one who needs the windows/super key?

WK is available, see supported layout

RaccoonsFastest · « **Reply #20 on:** Sat, 10 October 2020, 07:07:42 »

Quote from: Paitupai on Sat, 10 October 2020, 07:00:32

Quote from: RaccoonsFastest on Sat, 10 October 2020, 06:43:25
The design is nice and at this price it's definitely an interesting kit. I just wished it wasn't a WKL. This layout now seems to be the norm for TKL. Am I the only one who needs the windows/super key?

WK is available, see supported layout

Oh! My bad! I guess I focused too much on the renders and forgot to read...

h00k · « **Reply #21 on:** Sat, 10 October 2020, 08:54:53 »

Looks good overall but not a fan of the KCK logo on the back.

//gainsborough · « **Reply #22 on:** Sat, 10 October 2020, 10:14:12 »

filled out the form - that blue/grey is very nice!

treeleaf64 · « **Reply #23 on:** Sat, 10 October 2020, 10:34:41 »

Wait, so the whole thing is just over $300 if you get in all alu? consider me interested

Edit. Yeah 340 is very good! Consider me still interested.

Surefoot · « **Reply #24 on:** Sat, 10 October 2020, 11:53:39 »

Filled out the form too. Several good color choices here

sdg2416 · « **Reply #25 on:** Sat, 10 October 2020, 12:17:16 »

Top priority GB for me to enter! Really want a WKL TKL

Owl · « **Reply #26 on:** Sat, 10 October 2020, 13:16:42 »

Wow this is extremely nice. Love modest use of curves in the side profile and back. And for all the options offered, this is an extremely attractive price point as well. Any possibilities of Tsangan right shift though? That would seal the deal for me if that were added.

johnnysstash · « **Reply #27 on:** Sat, 10 October 2020, 20:20:41 »

looks interesting. ready to see proto.

Rew23 · « **Reply #28 on:** Mon, 12 October 2020, 03:02:30 »

Followed the ky-01 but unfortunately didn't have the funds in place when it went live. Will definitely follow this project though. Did you manage to sort out the issues that arose with the bank or payment methods from your last buy?

pool · « **Reply #29 on:** Mon, 12 October 2020, 03:04:49 »

Oh man I love this. Must cop.

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otakism · « **Reply #30 on:** Mon, 12 October 2020, 03:41:02 »

Filled the form. love the blue gray and yellow color options.

mathiasn · « **Reply #31 on:** Mon, 12 October 2020, 11:28:57 »

Doesn't one need 12 gasket strips (6 top - 6 bottom)?

KCK · « **Reply #32 on:** Mon, 12 October 2020, 11:49:37 »

Quote from: mathiasn on Mon, 12 October 2020, 11:28:57

Doesn't one need 12 gasket strips (6 top - 6 bottom)?

Oops not sure why it said 6...I'll have it changed to 12 now. Thanks for letting me know

aaronlau · « **Reply #33 on:** Mon, 12 October 2020, 13:08:38 »

Maroon Wine colorway is stunning. Def in for that.

hellphyre · « **Reply #34 on:** Mon, 12 October 2020, 13:22:26 »

Quote from: aaronlau on Mon, 12 October 2020, 13:08:38

Maroon Wine colorway is stunning. Def in for that.

If Lau likes it I like it. GLWIC!

1017BirckenThot · « **Reply #35 on:** Mon, 12 October 2020, 13:32:38 »

Quote from: aaronlau on Mon, 12 October 2020, 13:08:38

Maroon Wine colorway is stunning. Def in for that.

Lau knows his stuff, I think I'm in too. GLWIC

IOVERCALLHISTIOCYTES · « **Reply #36 on:** Mon, 12 October 2020, 13:58:13 »

400 units gonna go quick. If Lau likes it you know it’s good

jylisondra · « **Reply #37 on:** Mon, 12 October 2020, 18:31:12 »

love it. that maroon would be an insta copp for me

WillyWortel · « **Reply #38 on:** Fri, 16 October 2020, 18:22:49 »

Interested; Would prefer another logo for the weight, but not a deal breaker

Davenqk · « **Reply #39 on:** Sat, 17 October 2020, 05:26:19 »

Since that there are PC bottom, would you consider adding underglow at all?

KCK · « **Reply #40 on:** Sat, 17 October 2020, 16:52:50 »

Quote from: Davenqk on Sat, 17 October 2020, 05:26:19

Since that there are PC bottom, would you consider adding underglow at all?

I considered adding underglow but it would make the per key rgb dimmer which isn't something i'd want. However if it is something a lot of people would like, I may run a separate gb for an underglow pcb.

aadk5 · « **Reply #41 on:** Sat, 17 October 2020, 17:05:08 »

Quote from: KCK on Sat, 17 October 2020, 16:52:50

Quote from: Davenqk on Sat, 17 October 2020, 05:26:19
Since that there are PC bottom, would you consider adding underglow at all?

I considered adding underglow but it would make the per key rgb dimmer which isn't something i'd want. However if it is something a lot of people would like, I may run a separate gb for an underglow pcb.

Yeah, personally, I'd actually rather have underglow of per key lighting since I almost never use per key lighting. It'd be interesting what other's thoughts are on this though

Davenqk · « **Reply #42 on:** Sun, 18 October 2020, 02:49:41 »

Quote from: KCK on Sat, 17 October 2020, 16:52:50

Quote from: Davenqk on Sat, 17 October 2020, 05:26:19
Since that there are PC bottom, would you consider adding underglow at all?

I considered adding underglow but it would make the per key rgb dimmer which isn't something i'd want. However if it is something a lot of people would like, I may run a separate gb for an underglow pcb.

That's good to know, having underglow as an xtra available option would be a great idea. Will there also be an option for hotswap pcb?

WillyWortel · « **Reply #43 on:** Mon, 19 October 2020, 01:50:02 »

Idea: After the GB set up a service for custom weights with your own design?

Alga · « **Reply #44 on:** Mon, 19 October 2020, 05:43:58 »

Love it, and an underglow makes a lot of sense with the polycarb cases. I dig the per key light too because everyone knows rgb means more FPS.

I'm very new to this and have no effing clue about. But how come two polycarbonate pieces come so expensive? I can undertund it from aluminum or brass (I guess that these are milled rather than casted). Are the ploycarb case milled from a thicker block?

hottrout · « **Reply #45 on:** Mon, 19 October 2020, 06:19:19 »

It is a clean design. Would FR4 plates be an option?

gilbert · « **Reply #46 on:** Mon, 19 October 2020, 09:35:10 »

The maroon is very nice

BigLeageChew · « **Reply #47 on:** Thu, 22 October 2020, 15:03:59 »

I will try my hardest to join this group buy. Looks like everything I want in a TKL.

EdgeOfInfinity · « **Reply #48 on:** Sat, 24 October 2020, 20:58:34 »

really liking the purple render, hopefully the color samples will be a close match.

heyimpanda · « **Reply #49 on:** Sun, 25 October 2020, 10:41:39 »

big fan of the maroon wine, my bingsu set will find a nice home on it

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Author Topic: [IC] ESNTL TKL // Mix & Match Colours (Read 39258 times)