Author Topic: [IC] Phantom Keyboard Assembly Service (Read 19652 times)

TheProfosist · « **on:** Sat, 15 December 2012, 04:01:04 »

This interest check is for a service that will be put on by me (Prof) and MiMiC if interest is great enough. The services offered will be plain assembly, modded switches (ergo clears, getto greens, etc), lubing and stickering. We will also be doing a groupbuy for certain parts for our customers to get better bulk pricing and so there is less intermediate shipping. Things offered might be diodes, resistors, leds, switches, stabilzers, cases, plates, and cables, this all depends on interest.

GB thread opened http://geekhack.org/index.php?topic=38471.0

dirge · « **Reply #1 on:** Sat, 15 December 2012, 04:33:49 »

Nice one, be sure to use SMD diodes and invest in a cable bender like litster used for the 7 unit space bars. Will you offer a cherry or costar stabiliser option?

I loved assembling mine, but if you haven't got the stuff having it done for you is great.

This time round with the phantom it would be good to see the plate designed to be integrated with a case, like the Korean's do.

netdevil · « **Reply #2 on:** Sat, 15 December 2012, 06:54:08 »

Awesome Will be looking at this closely! Already been poisoned by the phantom gb

Sai · « **Reply #3 on:** Sat, 15 December 2012, 06:57:32 »

i will be in if everything could be bought through you guys. its could cut cost in shipping on many things.

metalliqaz · « **Reply #4 on:** Sat, 15 December 2012, 08:16:30 »

Cool.

akuJIWA · « **Reply #5 on:** Sat, 15 December 2012, 08:23:09 »

Is it possible for me to get equipments only? I would really rather assemble them myself, but finding everything else other than the pcb might be a hassle. Thanks.

Shadovved · « **Reply #6 on:** Sat, 15 December 2012, 08:24:14 »

Maybe prof can get some DIY kits rolling like the KMACs where everything is included

Sai · « **Reply #7 on:** Sat, 15 December 2012, 08:34:07 »

Acetrak · « **Reply #8 on:** Sat, 15 December 2012, 10:41:04 »

You already know if I'm innnnnn

jdcarpe · « **Reply #9 on:** Sat, 15 December 2012, 10:50:18 »

Nice of you to offer this. Phantoms are kind of a ***** to build. The diodes are very tedious to place and solder, and the Teensy is very tricky to get done right. I've yet to mod my switches, i.e. lubing and stickering, but I'm sure that will be quite a chore, as well. Mounting the switches to the plate and soldering those to the PCB is a relaxing breeze compared to the rest.

Halverson · « **Reply #10 on:** Sat, 15 December 2012, 12:09:47 »

Quote from: jdcarpe on Sat, 15 December 2012, 10:50:18

Nice of you to offer this. Phantoms are kind of a ***** to build. The diodes are very tedious to place and solder, and the Teensy is very tricky to get done right. I've yet to mod my switches, i.e. lubing and stickering, but I'm sure that will be quite a chore, as well. Mounting the switches to the plate and soldering those to the PCB is a relaxing breeze compared to the rest.

+1 and I've only been doing one Kmac. I wouldn't do it for money. Just so bloody tedious.
Awesome you're doing this prof

daerid · « **Reply #11 on:** Sat, 15 December 2012, 12:17:39 »

Yup. I'm definitely in.

nebo · « **Reply #12 on:** Sat, 15 December 2012, 13:00:47 »

I'd be in for at least building, not sure about switch modding yet.

danielucf · « **Reply #13 on:** Sat, 15 December 2012, 13:02:05 »

I would probably be interested in this because soldering diodes is difficult right? That and I can be lazy, and after my full ergo clear mod to my FC700R that took probably 4 hours total I really appreciate the work involved in offering a service like this.

Leewei · « **Reply #14 on:** Sat, 15 December 2012, 16:48:25 »

Interested! gogo!

TheQsanity · « **Reply #15 on:** Sat, 15 December 2012, 20:10:04 »

Maybe.... Not sure if I could make it myself ><.

TheProfosist · « **Reply #16 on:** Sat, 15 December 2012, 21:38:05 »

Quote from: TheQsanity on Sat, 15 December 2012, 20:10:04

Maybe.... Not sure if I could make it myself ><.

and thats why this interest check was started

Permeability · « **Reply #17 on:** Sun, 16 December 2012, 18:27:37 »

any possibility of you guys assembling GH60's once those are ready too?

)

TheProfosist · « **Reply #18 on:** Sun, 16 December 2012, 20:34:33 »

Quote from: Permeability on Sun, 16 December 2012, 18:27:37

any possibility of you guys assembling GH60's once those are ready too? )

yep just talked it over with MiMic hopefulyy a IC check thread for that should be popping up soon.

TheProfosist · « **Reply #19 on:** Sun, 16 December 2012, 23:26:34 »

Quote from: dirge on Sat, 15 December 2012, 04:33:49

Nice one, be sure to use SMD diodes and invest in a cable bender like litster used for the 7 unit space bars. Will you offer a cherry or costar stabiliser option?

I loved assembling mine, but if you haven't got the stuff having it done for you is great.

This time round with the phantom it would be good to see the plate designed to be integrated with a case, like the Korean's do.

Did anyone ever do SMD diodes on a Phantom as I have not heard of anyone doing that. I will be using Cherry Stabilizers preferably and once I find a place that sells plate mount as I have only found PCB mount. yes I would like to see a nice custom case but i dont know if that actually going to happen this time around though I would think it wouuld for the Phantom v2 if that ever happens.

Shadovved · « **Reply #20 on:** Sun, 16 December 2012, 23:31:52 »

Quote from: Shadovved on Sat, 15 December 2012, 08:24:14

Maybe prof can get some DIY kits rolling like the KMACs where everything is included

Hey prof, maybe you didnt see this, but some of the people are looking for smth like this

Maybe to address some concerns?

)

TheProfosist · « **Reply #21 on:** Sun, 16 December 2012, 23:36:02 »

Quote from: akuJIWA on Sat, 15 December 2012, 08:23:09

Is it possible for me to get equipments only? I would really rather assemble them myself, but finding everything else other than the pcb might be a hassle. Thanks.

I dont plan to run a GB for all of the parts separately as the sorting for the amount of people expected to be in the GB would be a very large amount and ive only hear horror stories from the last GB. Also everything should be readily available ill just be buying in larger quantities hopfully.

TheProfosist · « **Reply #22 on:** Sun, 16 December 2012, 23:37:27 »

Quote from: Shadovved on Sun, 16 December 2012, 23:31:52

Quote from: Shadovved on Sat, 15 December 2012, 08:24:14
Maybe prof can get some DIY kits rolling like the KMACs where everything is included

Hey prof, maybe you didnt see this, but some of the people are looking for smth like this

Maybe to address some concerns? ) )

this was done last GB ans was reportedly hell so im really not so interested in doing that...

TheProfosist · « **Reply #23 on:** Sun, 16 December 2012, 23:45:24 »

Quote from: jdcarpe on Sat, 15 December 2012, 10:50:18

Nice of you to offer this. Phantoms are kind of a ***** to build. The diodes are very tedious to place and solder, and the Teensy is very tricky to get done right. I've yet to mod my switches, i.e. lubing and stickering, but I'm sure that will be quite a chore, as well. Mounting the switches to the plate and soldering those to the PCB is a relaxing breeze compared to the rest.

Quote from: Halverson on Sat, 15 December 2012, 12:09:47

+1 and I've only been doing one Kmac. I wouldn't do it for money. Just so bloody tedious.
Awesome you're doing this prof

Quote from: danielucf on Sat, 15 December 2012, 13:02:05

I would probably be interested in this because soldering diodes is difficult right? That and I can be lazy, and after my full ergo clear mod to my FC700R that took probably 4 hours total I really appreciate the work involved in offering a service like this.

Thanks for then props guys. Once you know how to do most of this stuff it really isnt all that hard (personal feeling) but it is mighty tedious and takes a fair bit of time especially when done right.

TheQsanity · « **Reply #24 on:** Mon, 17 December 2012, 00:59:24 »

Seems like you got everything organized and lots of experiance in distributing part of the gb as well.

bpiphany · « **Reply #25 on:** Mon, 17 December 2012, 02:00:26 »

One of the large problems with sorting components for the previous group buys was that we got the diodes in bulk (loose one by one) rather than on tape. With tape it is pretty quick to just measure out the correct amount with a ruler and cut. Since diodes are very very cheap when bought in quantities my suggestion would be that they are included in the PCB group buy. Other than diodes only switches and a Teensy is needed. And a few resistors and LEDs, but since people are going to want different colors and with that different resistors, this would be a chore to include.

TheProfosist · « **Reply #26 on:** Mon, 17 December 2012, 02:16:20 »

Quote from: bpiphany on Mon, 17 December 2012, 02:00:26

One of the large problems with sorting components for the previous group buys was that we got the diodes in bulk (loose one by one) rather than on tape. With tape it is pretty quick to just measure out the correct amount with a ruler and cut. Since diodes are very very cheap when bought in quantities my suggestion would be that they are included in the PCB group buy. Other than diodes only switches and a Teensy is needed. And a few resistors and LEDs, but since people are going to want different colors and with that different resistors, this would be a chore to include.

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thanks for the insite bpiphany

t2russo · « **Reply #27 on:** Mon, 17 December 2012, 02:25:19 »

In on this and the GB thread for the Phantom

Dgsbllx · « **Reply #28 on:** Tue, 18 December 2012, 15:04:52 »

Tempted to go for it myself but can't decide yet, but as others have said I am definitely down for making up the numbers in bulk purchasing! Slightly off topic, but do we need the Teensy 2 or the 2 with pins?
Cheers for running this service! (if there is enough interest)

TheProfosist · « **Reply #29 on:** Tue, 18 December 2012, 15:09:46 »

Quote from: Dgsbllx on Tue, 18 December 2012, 15:04:52

Tempted to go for it myself but can't decide yet, but as others have said I am definitely down for making up the numbers in bulk purchasing! Slightly off topic, but do we need the Teensy 2 or the 2 with pins?
Cheers for running this service! (if there is enough interest)

yea ill gets teensys also if the Gb doesnt have them with the PCBs, sorry I didnt include that.

Leewei · « **Reply #30 on:** Tue, 18 December 2012, 15:36:29 »

oOo. So this would basically be the complete thing right? =D

TheProfosist · « **Reply #31 on:** Tue, 18 December 2012, 15:37:24 »

Quote from: Leewei on Tue, 18 December 2012, 15:36:29

oOo. So this would basically be the complete thing right? =D

yes

iArson · « **Reply #32 on:** Tue, 18 December 2012, 15:54:29 »

Interested and have a man crush on you for the awesome idea.

Leewei · « **Reply #33 on:** Wed, 19 December 2012, 11:34:39 »

I haven't see any phantoms that are winkeyless layout. Would that be a possible option?

esoomenona · « **Reply #34 on:** Wed, 19 December 2012, 11:41:06 »

Quote from: Leewei on Wed, 19 December 2012, 11:34:39

I haven't see any phantoms that are winkeyless layout. Would that be a possible option?

Just don't put that switch in when you build it.

Leewei · « **Reply #35 on:** Wed, 19 December 2012, 11:45:18 »

I see. I guess the only thing left is the casing itself. =)

TheProfosist · « **Reply #36 on:** Wed, 19 December 2012, 16:40:17 »

Quote from: Leewei on Wed, 19 December 2012, 11:45:18

I see. I guess the only thing left is the casing itself. =)

we are planning to have that as well.

Leewei · « **Reply #37 on:** Wed, 19 December 2012, 16:53:06 »

Prof you so cool man. <3

Rendom · « **Reply #38 on:** Wed, 19 December 2012, 17:12:39 »

Can I know how much to buy the service?

TheProfosist · « **Reply #39 on:** Wed, 19 December 2012, 17:16:18 »

Quote from: Rendom on Wed, 19 December 2012, 17:12:39

Can I know how much to buy the service?

working on it GB thread should be up soon.

Rendom · « **Reply #40 on:** Wed, 19 December 2012, 17:51:55 »

Quote from: TheProfosist on Wed, 19 December 2012, 17:16:18

Quote from: Rendom on Wed, 19 December 2012, 17:12:39
Can I know how much to buy the service?
working on it GB thread should be up soon.

Alright!

SmallFry · « **Reply #41 on:** Wed, 19 December 2012, 17:58:20 »

If you get too bogged Prof, I'll help.

TheProfosist · « **Reply #42 on:** Wed, 19 December 2012, 18:13:27 »

Quote from: SmallFry on Wed, 19 December 2012, 17:58:20

If you get too bogged Prof, I'll help.

been trying to talk to yo uabout that but you no respond on GTalk or IRC...

okooko · « **Reply #43 on:** Wed, 19 December 2012, 18:20:10 »

Interested in this =P
Will see how GB details go and how international logistics go

Amarok · « **Reply #44 on:** Wed, 19 December 2012, 19:15:11 »

Very interested, just put in an order for the PCB GB.

reverkiller · « **Reply #45 on:** Wed, 19 December 2012, 19:24:45 »

Is there any chance we can learn about where you're getting your cases from?

I have everything worked out but casing, and I was hoping to get that from somewhere.

TheProfosist · « **Reply #46 on:** Wed, 19 December 2012, 19:46:56 »

well until there is a better option its probably going to be a PLU-87...

Leewei · « **Reply #47 on:** Wed, 19 December 2012, 20:44:49 »

Would it be too difficult to get an aluminum casing similar to those korean customs?

TheProfosist · « **Reply #48 on:** Wed, 19 December 2012, 20:55:27 »

Quote from: Leewei on Wed, 19 December 2012, 20:44:49

Would it be too difficult to get an aluminum casing similar to those korean customs?

yes as there is nothing designed yet

netdevil · « **Reply #49 on:** Thu, 20 December 2012, 02:07:57 »

I supposed that I have to still put in my order for the phantom pcb gb still even though I have expressed interest here?

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Author Topic: [IC] Phantom Keyboard Assembly Service (Read 19652 times)