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Title: [IC] Yves (Numpad w/ Function Row)
Post by: zekkin on Wed, 06 March 2019, 17:36:07
Yves
(Pronunciation: ​Eve [iv])

     Yves is a simple sandwich mounted numpad w/ "function" row (i.e. 24 keys) in the same form factor as the TGR-Tris. Pair this with your favorite TKL for a timeless combination.

     (https://cdn.discordapp.com/attachments/471482146813509633/552991542663577651/IMG_20190306_175217.jpg)

     (https://cdn.discordapp.com/attachments/471482146813509633/552991554160295936/IMG_20190306_175227.jpg)

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Background Information:

I've been getting into designing my own things since around August of this past year and while I do have some more substantial designs like a TKL (RBB) and 78-key (Murakumo) designed (both of which having been thoroughly teased in #kb-kustoms), they require more work and more resources before I would feel comfortable running a group buy. Between now and then however I'd like to present a numpad. These seem to be falling out of interest in favor of more dedicated macropad layouts so I'd like to bring it back.

In my opinion, running a group buy for this will not only bring back to the community something that I don't think many people (including myself) have had the chance to get, but it will also give me the opportunity to more closely ascertain what my capacity as well as capability is when it comes to future projects (i.e. group buys). With all that having been said...

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Layout:

(https://i.imgur.com/znYtehU.png)

The Kit:

Appearance:

Details:

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Q&A

1) Will you support x layout?

     Beyond what is shown above, no.

2) Will you sell extra plates and PCBs?

     Sure.

3) Will you make slight changes to your design because I'd really like you to?

     No.

4) Will you offer all sorts of colors like blue, purple, gold, or green?

     No.

5) Will you offer a diffuser and/or RGB features?

     No.

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Feel free to hit me up here in this thread, through PM, or on Discord (zekkin#0001) if you wanna chat about this at all!

Thanks!
Title: Re: [IC] Yves (Numpad w/ Function Row)
Post by: OtherAndrew on Wed, 06 March 2019, 17:37:20
Yes
Title: Re: [IC] Yves (Numpad w/ Function Row)
Post by: tomu on Wed, 06 March 2019, 17:37:29
UwU
Title: Re: [IC] Yves (Numpad w/ Function Row)
Post by: Tonkatonk on Wed, 06 March 2019, 17:38:37
Yes!
Title: Re: [IC] Yves (Numpad w/ Function Row)
Post by: bthezebra on Wed, 06 March 2019, 17:41:53
Need muh numbahs looks great
Title: Re: [IC] Yves (Numpad w/ Function Row)
Post by: MikeTheTiger on Wed, 06 March 2019, 17:47:13
Nice!!
Title: Re: [IC] Yves (Numpad w/ Function Row)
Post by: duckboi on Wed, 06 March 2019, 17:49:30
hello it is very beautiful sir  :)
Title: Re: [IC] Yves (Numpad w/ Function Row)
Post by: Artemie on Wed, 06 March 2019, 17:58:46
Y(v)ES


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Title: Re: [IC] Yves (Numpad w/ Function Row)
Post by: NRbigfoot on Wed, 06 March 2019, 18:11:46
Yves please
Title: Re: [IC] Yves (Numpad w/ Function Row)
Post by: R0N1N on Wed, 06 March 2019, 18:47:54
Want one for osu!

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Title: Re: [IC] Yves (Numpad w/ Function Row)
Post by: H3NT4I on Wed, 06 March 2019, 20:52:14
Nice  :)
Title: Re: [IC] Yves (Numpad w/ Function Row)
Post by: Jaxxstatic on Wed, 06 March 2019, 20:55:16
Yes, for this.
I've been hearing jokes on streams about a "Seulgi" board. Is that you, too?
If so, please put a bear on it. Or on this as a teaser.
Title: Re: [IC] Yves (Numpad w/ Function Row)
Post by: forumusername on Wed, 06 March 2019, 21:28:52
Very naijs :thumb:
Title: Re: [IC] Yves (Numpad w/ Function Row)
Post by: zekkin on Wed, 06 March 2019, 21:33:53
Quote from: Jaxxstatic on Wed, 06 March 2019, 20:55:16
Yes, for this.
I've been hearing jokes on streams about a "Seulgi" board. Is that you, too?
If so, please put a bear on it. Or on this as a teaser.

Haha yeah that's me.  :cool:

More
(https://cdn.discordapp.com/attachments/257400483533160448/553040420368547866/seulgi_p_1.png)


Prototype has been ordered.
Title: Re: [IC] Yves (Numpad w/ Function Row)
Post by: bciamny on Wed, 06 March 2019, 21:38:19
i'd love one. any chance for a diffuser?
Title: Re: [IC] Yves (Numpad w/ Function Row)
Post by: zekkin on Wed, 06 March 2019, 21:38:59
Quote from: bciamny on Wed, 06 March 2019, 21:38:19
i'd love one. any chance for a diffuser?

Definitely no diffusers or RGB happening with this, sorry.
Title: Re: [IC] Yves (Numpad w/ Function Row)
Post by: Artemie on Wed, 06 March 2019, 21:47:38
(https://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20190307/b4b66b5f0c53340ab1702a495a091eab.gif)


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Title: Re: [IC] Yves (Numpad w/ Function Row)
Post by: Midori on Wed, 06 March 2019, 22:01:08
[attachimg=1]
Title: Re: [IC] Yves (Numpad w/ Function Row)
Post by: dallman5 on Wed, 06 March 2019, 23:51:30
Looks nice! Do you have a picture of the side profile handy? This may match well with a TKL of mine.
Title: Re: [IC] Yves (Numpad w/ Function Row)
Post by: Midori on Thu, 07 March 2019, 03:24:28
Quote from: dallman5 on Wed, 06 March 2019, 23:51:30
Looks nice! Do you have a picture of the side profile handy? This may match well with a TKL of mine.

[attachimg=1]
Title: Re: [IC] Yves (Numpad w/ Function Row)
Post by: Sythe on Thu, 07 March 2019, 05:47:00
I've been thinking about replacing my cheap numpad recently and have found options lacking so this could fill that void.  :thumb:
Title: Re: [IC] Yves (Numpad w/ Function Row)
Post by: zekkin on Thu, 07 March 2019, 07:42:11
Quote from: loktrevor on Thu, 07 March 2019, 03:24:28
Quote from: dallman5 on Wed, 06 March 2019, 23:51:30
Looks nice! Do you have a picture of the side profile handy? This may match well with a TKL of mine.

(Attachment Link)

This one looks a bit better.

(https://i.imgur.com/PQA7qFZ.jpg)

I took inspiration from the OTD Koala and QXP for the bottom.
Title: Re: [IC] Yves (Numpad w/ Function Row)
Post by: Rykno on Thu, 07 March 2019, 09:21:05
USB-C?
Title: Re: [IC] Yves (Numpad w/ Function Row)
Post by: Koatl on Thu, 07 March 2019, 09:43:52
Am very want.
Title: Re: [IC] Yves (Numpad w/ Function Row)
Post by: DJSwayde on Thu, 07 March 2019, 09:58:54
Need to finally get a numpad now.
Title: Re: [IC] Yves (Numpad w/ Function Row)
Post by: zekkin on Thu, 07 March 2019, 10:08:32
Quote from: Rykno on Thu, 07 March 2019, 09:21:05
USB-C?

Yes, the entire Voyager series (https://github.com/ai03-2725/Voyager) uses USB-C.

Give me a little while to get my blank PCBs soldered, need to order the components and then solder at my local maker space.
Title: Re: [IC] Yves (Numpad w/ Function Row)
Post by: Undrcontrl on Thu, 07 March 2019, 10:26:39
Would be interested given time and cost (I know some of that info has a general idea right now but more definitive).
Title: Re: [IC] Yves (Numpad w/ Function Row)
Post by: Koatl on Thu, 07 March 2019, 12:47:32
Quote from: zekkin on Wed, 06 March 2019, 17:36:07
  • Limit: 10-15 units (10 is ideal, 15 is max capacity)

Please excuse my ignorance, but does this mean a maximum of 15 units will be produced in total? Gonna be lots of sad nerds out there if so. Probably me included haha.
Title: Re: [IC] Yves (Numpad w/ Function Row)
Post by: zekkin on Thu, 07 March 2019, 13:12:56
Quote from: Koatl on Thu, 07 March 2019, 12:47:32
Quote from: zekkin on Wed, 06 March 2019, 17:36:07
  • Limit: 10-15 units (10 is ideal, 15 is max capacity)

Please excuse my ignorance, but does this mean a maximum of 15 units will be produced in total? Gonna be lots of sad nerds out there if so. Probably me included haha.

Unfortunately, yes. There are two routes this can go down:

1) In-stock sale
2) Group buy

In the case of an in-stock sale, I'm only willing to front the cost of a maximum of 15 units plus various extras. In the case of a group buy, I need to set a very hard limit as to how many people will be able to participate -- this would be my first formal group buy and I refuse to overextend just so a few more people can get a board.

There's a common question that pops up in every IC thread that goes something like, "why aren't you producing as many boards as are ordered? why do you keep this game of artificial scarcity going?"

I might've touched on this in those threads where I found the opportunity, but since this is my design I'll address it immediately:

Let's say you design a keyboard that has 4 parts:

- Top
- Bottom
- Plate
- PCB

Let's say I get 20 of each part (5 extras for each to account for QC swaps) -- that's 80 separate pieces to inspect slowly and methodically. If something is really messed up, parts will need to be sent back to the manufacturer (in China) to be reworked or redone altogether. I am not Massdrop, I am not zFrontier, I am not an established vendor. I'm one guy living in a relatively small apartment in New York City.

What I'm getting at is that I do not have the capacity to do more than 10-15 units of QC, packing, and shipping. I want to deliver on what I set out to deliver on with this interest check, and that does not involve pushing the goal posts back to constantly appease the community wants.
Title: Re: [IC] Yves (Numpad w/ Function Row)
Post by: Koatl on Thu, 07 March 2019, 13:17:16
Quote from: zekkin on Thu, 07 March 2019, 13:12:56
Quote from: Koatl on Thu, 07 March 2019, 12:47:32
Quote from: zekkin on Wed, 06 March 2019, 17:36:07
  • Limit: 10-15 units (10 is ideal, 15 is max capacity)

Please excuse my ignorance, but does this mean a maximum of 15 units will be produced in total? Gonna be lots of sad nerds out there if so. Probably me included haha.

Stuff

Makes sense dude. Thanks for the clarification. The way I see it is you're doing us a favor, so set whatever limit you want. Hope to get in on it, but I'll keep my panties un-bunched and without tears if I don't get in.

Hope it goes smooth dude!  :thumb:
Title: Re: [IC] Yves (Numpad w/ Function Row)
Post by: The_judge_168 on Thu, 07 March 2019, 13:59:54
Looks good! Definitely interested
Title: Re: [IC] Yves (Numpad w/ Function Row)
Post by: travwal on Thu, 07 March 2019, 17:14:30
Yes, very interested!
Title: Re: [IC] Yves (Numpad w/ Function Row)
Post by: zekkin on Thu, 07 March 2019, 20:04:38
Threw some caps on to get a nice idea of what that'll look like :thumb:

(https://i.imgur.com/pCzmYJp.jpg)

(https://i.imgur.com/fpJhw8j.jpg)

(no stabs or PCB)
Title: Re: [IC] Yves (Numpad w/ Function Row)
Post by: BoulderSOL on Thu, 07 March 2019, 22:03:23
Yes! I've been looking for a numpad with an additional row for AutoCAD work.

Title: Re: [IC] Yves (Numpad w/ Function Row)
Post by: bciamny on Thu, 07 March 2019, 22:15:25
the side profile pictures have sold me. i think i'd probably go for silver, depending on how the gray may look.

don't know much about the voyager pcbs but based on the github it seems it'll have qmk compatibility so it'll generally have the ability to remap keys?
Title: Re: [IC] Yves (Numpad w/ Function Row)
Post by: zekkin on Thu, 07 March 2019, 22:26:21
Quote from: bciamny on Thu, 07 March 2019, 22:15:25
the side profile pictures have sold me. i think i'd probably go for silver, depending on how the gray may look.

don't know much about the voyager pcbs but based on the github it seems it'll have qmk compatibility so it'll generally have the ability to remap keys?

Absolutely, you'll have the full power of QMK.
Title: Re: [IC] Yves (Numpad w/ Function Row)
Post by: futurecrime on Sat, 09 March 2019, 11:59:51
Good looking. Good work.
Title: Re: [IC] Yves (Numpad w/ Function Row)
Post by: appaboy on Sun, 10 March 2019, 05:22:01
excited for this. i hope this reaches enough interest because numpads are kinda less loved
Title: Re: [IC] Yves (Numpad w/ Function Row)
Post by: vicissitude on Sun, 10 March 2019, 11:17:04
Nice job.  :thumb:
Title: Re: [IC] Yves (Numpad w/ Function Row)
Post by: oldcat on Sun, 10 March 2019, 12:15:27
Any plan for wireless?
Title: Re: [IC] Yves (Numpad w/ Function Row)
Post by: joecoolbob on Sun, 10 March 2019, 13:52:37
Quote from: oldcat on Sun, 10 March 2019, 12:15:27
Any plan for wireless?

No wireless because this pcb is designed by ai03. He even said that he won't make major changes.
Title: Re: [IC] Yves (Numpad w/ Function Row)
Post by: Legoo on Mon, 11 March 2019, 15:11:11
Interested as well for this one !
Title: Re: [IC] Yves (Numpad w/ Function Row)
Post by: Gobluebro on Tue, 12 March 2019, 08:34:08
I'm a real sucker for hangul engravings. Interested!
Title: Re: [IC] Yves (Numpad w/ Function Row)
Post by: zekkin on Tue, 19 March 2019, 13:03:08
Hi everyone, update time!

After spending some time with the prototype and picking at the details, I think these are the things I'll be changing, separated out into three categories:

Definite:
- Widen bump-on depression diameter from 8mm to 8.1mm.
- Reduce threading depth from 9mm to 6mm.
- Change from M2 to M2.5.
- Reduce plate/bottom piece tolerance from 0.25mm to 0.1mm.

Probably:
- Additional top/bottom mounting points (from 4 to 6). This will make sure the seam is fully flush all the way around the board.
- Reduce front face height by 1-2mm.
- Reduce back face height by 3-5mm.

Maybe:
- Center USB port.
- Switch to top mount.
- Add through weight. Always chasing after the TGR-Tris styling.

Miscellaneous Information:
- There will be another prototype round.
- Koala bottom is go.
- Expect a very nice, smooth finish.
- Colors are still WIP -- the black prototype I received for this is quite nice, but still not perfect. I got a prototype of another keyboard yesterday in silver and will need to communicate with the manufacturer to take a little better care with the parts (small scratches, hook marks, etc). Still pretty sure colors will be very very basic.

Since some of these ideas are a bit involved I may have to completely redo the design -- not a big deal, just will require a bit more time. If anyone has any ideas please do feel free to suggest anything. If you think any of the above changes wouldn't be good for you, make sure you let me know!
Title: Re: [IC] Yves (Numpad w/ Function Row)
Post by: Midori on Tue, 19 March 2019, 13:12:43
Will finish be smooth like iPhone and/or MacBook?

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Title: Re: [IC] Yves (Numpad w/ Function Row)
Post by: zekkin on Tue, 19 March 2019, 13:13:52
Quote from: loktrevor on Tue, 19 March 2019, 13:12:43
Will finish be smooth like iPhone and/or MacBook?

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Yes
Title: Re: [IC] Yves (Numpad w/ Function Row)
Post by: txclack on Tue, 19 March 2019, 13:24:17
Good changes IMO.

Center USB + possible addition of weight = closer to Tris styling. 

Title: Re: [IC] Yves (Numpad w/ Function Row)
Post by: Jaxxstatic on Tue, 19 March 2019, 16:04:22
플리즈 기부 미 더 곰슬기 키보드 순
[attach=1]
Title: Re: [IC] Yves (Numpad w/ Function Row)
Post by: sJ1N on Tue, 19 March 2019, 16:11:28
i really like it.. FCFS ?
Title: Re: [IC] Yves (Numpad w/ Function Row)
Post by: Lepr3chaun on Fri, 22 March 2019, 20:58:14
Would be in..

Seems like you will have way more than 15.
Title: Re: [IC] Yves (Numpad w/ Function Row)
Post by: Koojahyung on Fri, 22 March 2019, 21:13:09
한글각인이 이쁘네요.
Title: Re: [IC] Yves (Numpad w/ Function Row)
Post by: Treasure on Thu, 28 March 2019, 11:07:31
Nice layout
Title: Re: [IC] Yves (Numpad w/ Function Row)
Post by: ARSLOCK on Fri, 29 March 2019, 07:58:58
also interested in this
Title: Re: [IC] Yves (Numpad w/ Function Row)
Post by: zeroisnothing on Fri, 29 March 2019, 09:49:07
very interested
Title: Re: [IC] Yves (Numpad w/ Function Row)
Post by: cattharsis on Fri, 29 March 2019, 23:24:45
Very interested to join the GB
Title: Re: [IC] Yves (Numpad w/ Function Row)
Post by: appaboy on Sun, 07 April 2019, 23:28:00
Is this dead?
Title: Re: [IC] Yves (Numpad w/ Function Row)
Post by: zekkin on Mon, 08 April 2019, 04:24:01
Quote from: appaboy on Sun, 07 April 2019, 23:28:00
Is this dead?
Are you being impatient?

IC period has always been 2 to 3 months (it's been just over 1). Check your entitlement at the door, thanks.
Title: Re: [IC] Yves (Numpad w/ Function Row)
Post by: comdata55 on Mon, 08 April 2019, 07:54:07
interested!
Title: Re: [IC] Yves (Numpad w/ Function Row)
Post by: sanryu on Mon, 08 April 2019, 08:45:02
go!! 가즈아!
Title: Re: [IC] Yves (Numpad w/ Function Row)
Post by: vicissitude on Mon, 08 April 2019, 08:49:28
Nice pad.
Can't wait.
Title: Re: [IC] Yves (Numpad w/ Function Row)
Post by: megaforce on Mon, 08 April 2019, 12:18:26
hello sir ne lalah sun keypad avial?
Title: Re: [IC] Yves (Numpad w/ Function Row)
Post by: appaboy on Mon, 08 April 2019, 13:37:35
Quote from: zekkin on Mon, 08 April 2019, 04:24:01
Quote from: appaboy on Sun, 07 April 2019, 23:28:00
Is this dead?
Are you being impatient?

IC period has always been 2 to 3 months (it's been just over 1). Check your entitlement at the door, thanks.

Sorry I did not mean to be rude or inpatient or entitled, I was just concerned about this project
Title: Re: [IC] Yves (Numpad w/ Function Row)
Post by: loud_asian on Mon, 08 April 2019, 20:25:37
Quote from: zekkin on Mon, 08 April 2019, 04:24:01
Quote from: appaboy on Sun, 07 April 2019, 23:28:00
Is this dead?
Are you being impatient?

IC period has always been 2 to 3 months (it's been just over 1). Check your entitlement at the door, thanks.

Relax man

You're acting like the amount of time an IC should take is a hard rule somewhere.

People are interested in your ****, getting antagonistic over enquiries to your project is a **** move.
Title: Re: [IC] Yves (Numpad w/ Function Row)
Post by: Midori on Mon, 08 April 2019, 20:51:44
Quote from: loud_asian on Mon, 08 April 2019, 20:25:37
Quote from: zekkin on Mon, 08 April 2019, 04:24:01
Quote from: appaboy on Sun, 07 April 2019, 23:28:00
Is this dead?
Are you being impatient?

IC period has always been 2 to 3 months (it's been just over 1). Check your entitlement at the door, thanks.

Relax man

You're acting like the amount of time an IC should take is a hard rule somewhere.

People are interested in your ****, getting antagonistic over enquiries to your project is a **** move.
The thing is that zekkin stated in the original post that the IC period would be 2-3 months, and asking if a project is dead well within his own timeframe seems like someone is trying to rush him. In the end I know that zekkin is doing this for himself/for fun so he doesn't have cater to anyone.

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Title: Re: [IC] Yves (Numpad w/ Function Row)
Post by: zekkin on Tue, 09 April 2019, 04:00:16
Quote from: loud_asian on Mon, 08 April 2019, 20:25:37
Quote from: zekkin on Mon, 08 April 2019, 04:24:01
Quote from: appaboy on Sun, 07 April 2019, 23:28:00
Is this dead?
Are you being impatient?

IC period has always been 2 to 3 months (it's been just over 1). Check your entitlement at the door, thanks.

Relax man

You're acting like the amount of time an IC should take is a hard rule somewhere.

People are interested in your ****, getting antagonistic over enquiries to your project is a **** move.

I'm guessing you didn't read the OP? It actually states that the IC period will be 2-3 months.

Quote from: zekkin on Wed, 06 March 2019, 17:36:07
  • IC Timeline: 2-3 months
  • GB Timeline: Unknown

Addressing your other point -- an inquiry is, "hey, how's the project coming along?" -- not "is this dead?"

When I actually take the time to write out the changes I'm thinking of, receive little to no feedback, and then someone asks 'is this dead?' without really taking some time to take part in the interest check, it bothers me. When it's quite clear that someone just took a look at some pictures and then posts in the thread without actually reading anything, it sorta bothers me.

It does not take just a few minutes or even a couple of hours to produce a design I'm happy with. It takes dozens of hours and between my full time job, other hobbies, and desire to maintain my sanity, I take my sweet time. If this doesn't work for you, that's perfectly okay.
Title: Re: [IC] Yves (Numpad w/ Function Row)
Post by: loud_asian on Tue, 09 April 2019, 11:19:09
Quote from: zekkin on Tue, 09 April 2019, 04:00:16
Quote from: loud_asian on Mon, 08 April 2019, 20:25:37
Quote from: zekkin on Mon, 08 April 2019, 04:24:01
Quote from: appaboy on Sun, 07 April 2019, 23:28:00
Is this dead?
Are you being impatient?

IC period has always been 2 to 3 months (it's been just over 1). Check your entitlement at the door, thanks.

Relax man

You're acting like the amount of time an IC should take is a hard rule somewhere.

People are interested in your ****, getting antagonistic over enquiries to your project is a **** move.

I'm guessing you didn't read the OP? It actually states that the IC period will be 2-3 months.

Quote from: zekkin on Wed, 06 March 2019, 17:36:07
  • IC Timeline: 2-3 months
  • GB Timeline: Unknown

Addressing your other point -- an inquiry is, "hey, how's the project coming along?" -- not "is this dead?"

When I actually take the time to write out the changes I'm thinking of, receive little to no feedback, and then someone asks 'is this dead?' without really taking some time to take part in the interest check, it bothers me. When it's quite clear that someone just took a look at some pictures and then posts in the thread without actually reading anything, it sorta bothers me.

It does not take just a few minutes or even a couple of hours to produce a design I'm happy with. It takes dozens of hours and between my full time job, other hobbies, and desire to maintain my sanity, I take my sweet time. If this doesn't work for you, that's perfectly okay.

I'm not gonna lie, I don't remember anything from the initial post. It's been a solid couple of weeks since I've read it, that's my mistake.

I understand your frustration and admittedly I would feel the same after a couple of weeks of empty responses. That being said, I feel like it's almost expected to receive generic responses for ICs. Despite how much care you put in, some people just see a nice keyboard and want in. They share your enthusiasm, just for different reasons.
Title: Re: [IC] Yves (Numpad w/ Function Row)
Post by: appaboy on Tue, 09 April 2019, 11:44:34
Quote from: zekkin on Tue, 09 April 2019, 04:00:16
Quote from: loud_asian on Mon, 08 April 2019, 20:25:37
Quote from: zekkin on Mon, 08 April 2019, 04:24:01
Quote from: appaboy on Sun, 07 April 2019, 23:28:00
Is this dead?
Are you being impatient?

IC period has always been 2 to 3 months (it's been just over 1). Check your entitlement at the door, thanks.

Relax man

You're acting like the amount of time an IC should take is a hard rule somewhere.

People are interested in your ****, getting antagonistic over enquiries to your project is a **** move.

I'm guessing you didn't read the OP? It actually states that the IC period will be 2-3 months.

Quote from: zekkin on Wed, 06 March 2019, 17:36:07
  • IC Timeline: 2-3 months
  • GB Timeline: Unknown

Addressing your other point -- an inquiry is, "hey, how's the project coming along?" -- not "is this dead?"

When I actually take the time to write out the changes I'm thinking of, receive little to no feedback, and then someone asks 'is this dead?' without really taking some time to take part in the interest check, it bothers me. When it's quite clear that someone just took a look at some pictures and then posts in the thread without actually reading anything, it sorta bothers me.

It does not take just a few minutes or even a couple of hours to produce a design I'm happy with. It takes dozens of hours and between my full time job, other hobbies, and desire to maintain my sanity, I take my sweet time. If this doesn't work for you, that's perfectly okay.

I truly am sorry for this. I understand all the work you're putting into this project and I did not mean to discredit you. You are right in that I didn't read enough before posting my dumbass comment. I am very interested in this project and plan to join
Title: Re: [IC] Yves (Numpad w/ Function Row)
Post by: zekkin on Sat, 13 April 2019, 06:39:17
To alleviate any concerns, I am working on this...

(https://i.imgur.com/AUmezJd.png)

(https://i.imgur.com/KuilDaL.png)

(https://i.imgur.com/SZAWwtH.png)

Definitely not final but I'm pretty happy with the changes. 17.6mm front face, top mount, swapped from M2 to M2.5 (for both top/bottom and top mounting). Numpad layout compat will be added, so don't worry about that.

Title: Re: [IC] Yves (Numpad w/ Function Row)
Post by: Midori on Sat, 13 April 2019, 12:03:56
v lit! I hope to snag one of these when you run it!

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Title: Re: [IC] Yves (Numpad w/ Function Row)
Post by: bthezebra on Sat, 13 April 2019, 15:47:36
Supah!
Title: Re: [IC] Yves (Numpad w/ Function Row)
Post by: bciamny on Sat, 13 April 2019, 16:23:41
Quote from: zekkin on Sat, 13 April 2019, 06:39:17
To alleviate any concerns, I am working on this...

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Definitely not final but I'm pretty happy with the changes. 17.6mm front face, top mount, swapped from M2 to M2.5 (for both top/bottom and top mounting). Numpad layout compat will be added, so don't worry about that.

so it looks like you've increased the depth of the top piece and reduced the depth of the bottom piece asymmetrically? i'm a fan of the changes.

on another more serious note, is this dead?

edited to add: do you happen to know the slant angles for your first proto and this change?
Title: Re: [IC] Yves (Numpad w/ Function Row)
Post by: zekkin on Sat, 13 April 2019, 16:55:55
Quote from: bciamny on Sat, 13 April 2019, 16:23:41
Quote from: zekkin on Sat, 13 April 2019, 06:39:17
To alleviate any concerns, I am working on this...

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(https://i.imgur.com/KuilDaL.png)


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(https://i.imgur.com/SZAWwtH.png)


Definitely not final but I'm pretty happy with the changes. 17.6mm front face, top mount, swapped from M2 to M2.5 (for both top/bottom and top mounting). Numpad layout compat will be added, so don't worry about that.

so it looks like you've increased the depth of the top piece and reduced the depth of the bottom piece asymmetrically? i'm a fan of the changes.

on another more serious note, is this dead?

edited to add: do you happen to know the slant angles for your first proto and this change?

Yep, just deleted my designs. Thanks for playing!

Title: Re: [IC] Yves (Numpad w/ Function Row)
Post by: bciamny on Sat, 13 April 2019, 17:20:14
Quote from: zekkin on Sat, 13 April 2019, 16:55:55
Quote from: bciamny on Sat, 13 April 2019, 16:23:41
Quote from: zekkin on Sat, 13 April 2019, 06:39:17
To alleviate any concerns, I am working on this...

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(https://i.imgur.com/AUmezJd.png)


Show Image
(https://i.imgur.com/KuilDaL.png)


Show Image
(https://i.imgur.com/SZAWwtH.png)


Definitely not final but I'm pretty happy with the changes. 17.6mm front face, top mount, swapped from M2 to M2.5 (for both top/bottom and top mounting). Numpad layout compat will be added, so don't worry about that.

so it looks like you've increased the depth of the top piece and reduced the depth of the bottom piece asymmetrically? i'm a fan of the changes.

on another more serious note, is this dead?

edited to add: do you happen to know the slant angles for your first proto and this change?

Yep, just deleted my designs. Thanks for playing!

that was meant to be read tongue in cheek but if i offended, sorry.
Title: Re: [IC] Yves (Numpad w/ Function Row)
Post by: zekkin on Sat, 13 April 2019, 17:24:32
Quote from: bciamny on Sat, 13 April 2019, 17:20:14
Quote from: zekkin on Sat, 13 April 2019, 16:55:55
Quote from: bciamny on Sat, 13 April 2019, 16:23:41
Quote from: zekkin on Sat, 13 April 2019, 06:39:17
To alleviate any concerns, I am working on this...

Show Image
(https://i.imgur.com/AUmezJd.png)


Show Image
(https://i.imgur.com/KuilDaL.png)


Show Image
(https://i.imgur.com/SZAWwtH.png)


Definitely not final but I'm pretty happy with the changes. 17.6mm front face, top mount, swapped from M2 to M2.5 (for both top/bottom and top mounting). Numpad layout compat will be added, so don't worry about that.

so it looks like you've increased the depth of the top piece and reduced the depth of the bottom piece asymmetrically? i'm a fan of the changes.

on another more serious note, is this dead?

edited to add: do you happen to know the slant angles for your first proto and this change?

Yep, just deleted my designs. Thanks for playing!

that was meant to be read tongue in cheek but if i offended, sorry.

of course i didn't delete my designs

the slope is 6 deg
Title: Re: [IC] Yves (Numpad w/ Function Row)
Post by: appaboy on Sat, 13 April 2019, 17:27:36
Quote from: zekkin on Sat, 13 April 2019, 06:39:17
To alleviate any concerns, I am working on this...

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(https://i.imgur.com/AUmezJd.png)


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(https://i.imgur.com/KuilDaL.png)


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(https://i.imgur.com/SZAWwtH.png)


Definitely not final but I'm pretty happy with the changes. 17.6mm front face, top mount, swapped from M2 to M2.5 (for both top/bottom and top mounting). Numpad layout compat will be added, so don't worry about that.

Very pretty
Title: Re: [IC] Yves (Numpad w/ Function Row)
Post by: mrpetrov on Sun, 28 April 2019, 16:30:38
Any chance for this to hit GB any time soon? Would be up for buying few of these. Great stocking fillers too!
Title: Re: [IC] Yves (Numpad w/ Function Row)
Post by: Luciqueii on Mon, 29 April 2019, 13:18:25
Looking forward to this :D
Title: Re: [IC] Yves (Numpad w/ Function Row)
Post by: Tonkatonk on Wed, 01 May 2019, 00:37:57
Quote from: mrpetrov on Sun, 28 April 2019, 16:30:38
Any chance for this to hit GB any time soon? Would be up for buying few of these. Great stocking fillers too!

Did you not read a single post by zekkin on this thread?
Title: Re: [IC] Yves (Numpad w/ Function Row)
Post by: Puddsy on Wed, 01 May 2019, 00:45:50
Quote from: Tonkatonk on Wed, 01 May 2019, 00:37:57
Quote from: mrpetrov on Sun, 28 April 2019, 16:30:38
Any chance for this to hit GB any time soon? Would be up for buying few of these. Great stocking fillers too!

Did you not read a single post by zekkin on this thread?

>actually reading posts by the OP
Title: Re: [IC] Yves (Numpad w/ Function Row)
Post by: mrpetrov on Wed, 01 May 2019, 09:07:06
Quote from: Tonkatonk on Wed, 01 May 2019, 00:37:57
Quote from: mrpetrov on Sun, 28 April 2019, 16:30:38
Any chance for this to hit GB any time soon? Would be up for buying few of these. Great stocking fillers too!

Did you not read a single post by zekkin on this thread?

Read the OP, didn't read the rest of the thread - thanks for the tip mate! I remain really keen on this, it's beautiful.
Title: Re: [IC] Yves (Numpad w/ Function Row)
Post by: duckboi on Thu, 02 May 2019, 19:56:20
Quote from: Puddsy on Wed, 01 May 2019, 00:45:50
Quote from: Tonkatonk on Wed, 01 May 2019, 00:37:57
Quote from: mrpetrov on Sun, 28 April 2019, 16:30:38
Any chance for this to hit GB any time soon? Would be up for buying few of these. Great stocking fillers too!

Did you not read a single post by zekkin on this thread?

>actually reading posts by the OP

Yeah come on, reading the OP results in lower post count we can't have that can we?
Title: Re: [IC] Yves (Numpad w/ Function Row)
Post by: vegs on Fri, 03 May 2019, 04:51:40
Quote from: duckboi on Thu, 02 May 2019, 19:56:20
Quote from: Puddsy on Wed, 01 May 2019, 00:45:50
Quote from: Tonkatonk on Wed, 01 May 2019, 00:37:57
Quote from: mrpetrov on Sun, 28 April 2019, 16:30:38
Any chance for this to hit GB any time soon? Would be up for buying few of these. Great stocking fillers too!

Did you not read a single post by zekkin on this thread?

>actually reading posts by the OP

Yeah come on, reading the OP results in lower post count we can't have that can we?
nice
Title: Re: [IC] Yves (Numpad w/ Function Row)
Post by: darrenph1 on Fri, 03 May 2019, 22:13:01
Been dying for a Black RGB numpad but I'd be all over this in a heartbeat. Looks great and LOVE the black case! Can't wait to follow the updates and hopefully grab one!!  :thumb:

D
Title: Re: [IC] Yves (Numpad w/ Function Row)
Post by: forumusername on Fri, 03 May 2019, 22:34:36
Quote from: darrenph1 on Fri, 03 May 2019, 22:13:01
Been dying for a Black RGB numpad but I'd be all over this in a heartbeat. Looks great and LOVE the black case! Can't wait to follow the updates and hopefully grab one!!  :thumb:

D
Rgb.
Title: Re: [IC] Yves (Numpad w/ Function Row)
Post by: Rumai on Thu, 05 September 2019, 20:01:47
hey, how's the project coming along?
Title: Re: [IC] Yves (Numpad w/ Function Row)
Post by: NRbigfoot on Fri, 06 September 2019, 06:27:12
Ready for Yves v2!!
Title: Re: [IC] Yves (Numpad w/ Function Row)
Post by: zekkin on Fri, 06 September 2019, 08:15:05
First of all, I'd like to thank whoever didn't forget about this IC, I certainly haven't and that's why it's coming back.

Since it's been almost 6 months since I posted this IC, I figure I should give some kind of update. If you're an active member of various Discord servers there's a chance you've seen my TKL design, Seulgi, bouncing around. I ran a very small quantity of these (not in GB format, I paid for production and only accepted payment once I received the items in-hand) and I think it went very well.

Now that I have a better grasp of what will be required of me with something like this, I'll lay out some good news and some semi-bad news for Yves' future:

GOOD

SEMI-BAD

In some other miscellaneous details, I've decided to ditch the Voyager PCB and commission a PCB from a well-known, reputable designer who will remain nameless for the time being.

I hope I don't disappoint too many of you, but this model gave me great results and makes realizing these designs possible, so I hope you understand.

As I do not plan on running this on Geekhack, I'm gonna go ahead and plug my Discord server here: https://discord.zekk.works -- all updates, info, progress, communication once the buy starts, and miscellaneous discussion is gonna happen there. I'm always available via this server or in general on Discord (zekkin#0001) if you want to chat about any of this.

Thanks again for your support.

---

* The definition of semi-private will vary from person to person so as a clarification, in this context, semi-private means that as long as you're active in the community, not a complete no-name, and not a complete *******, there's a very high chance you'd be eligible to buy this.
Title: Re: [IC] Yves (Numpad w/ Function Row)
Post by: VelourFog on Fri, 06 September 2019, 08:32:52
Wow - this is basically all I've wanted out of a num pad.  Hope I can luck out when stock arrives.

Best,

Fog
Title: Re: [IC] Yves (Numpad w/ Function Row)
Post by: EMC Labs on Fri, 06 September 2019, 23:31:38
I'm in.
Title: Re: [IC] Yves (Numpad w/ Function Row)
Post by: Eerricc on Mon, 09 September 2019, 09:00:15
This looks amazing, highly interested
Title: Re: [IC] Yves (Numpad w/ Function Row)
Post by: SuddenlyDonkey on Mon, 09 September 2019, 16:30:44
+1000 for not using paypal.  Wish the community would follow suit. 

Hopefully I can snag one of these, the design looks great.
Title: Re: [IC] Yves (Numpad w/ Function Row)
Post by: Acereconkeys on Fri, 13 September 2019, 19:09:11
Hell yeah, updates!
Title: Re: [IC] Yves (Numpad w/ Function Row)
Post by: mrpetrov on Sun, 22 September 2019, 09:21:31
Yves v2 on zekkin's IG looking wonderful, I am really excited for this.
Title: Re: [IC] Yves (Numpad w/ Function Row)
Post by: evorus5 on Mon, 21 October 2019, 23:40:59
Im in for this. Im dying without a numpad doing CAD :(
Title: Re: [IC] Yves (Numpad w/ Function Row)
Post by: carlos.elegado on Sun, 27 October 2019, 17:59:36
I'd buy this in a minute.  I'll keep an eye out for this!

Sent from my Pixel 3 XL using Tapatalk

Title: Re: [IC] Yves (Numpad w/ Function Row)
Post by: zekkin on Mon, 11 November 2019, 08:49:14
Hi everyone, I've received my new prototype and am checking in on the overall interest in this before I order them. Please fill this form if you're interested!

https://forms.gle/iVTT3AoLkDyAUBH16

(https://lh5.googleusercontent.com/JGHUDiyI-L-QR_D8z-4pHxv5VTKLbJEfh1BHlrUwnWNLZIo1UjCxs17Y7T_c4aH96pgqZpFr8ikZTe8AjJ2KUJ7Ui6QTnCyn7b-GBm6Q6K_MVUdHDqn5ktDmY05B=w4032)

(https://lh5.googleusercontent.com/Mw4lWlhTzmGNa72ypUn9xZfd7Xakk20DfbDvs63Sdgsc0yLnhwc5N0DuPWd9ol4hbNtqeLaoZIVoSWuJ0Ugh_WVCWC78WRHuT_8ujfGmOG1azdsZKezmBvzqvpk9=w4032)

(https://lh3.googleusercontent.com/_t5dEO8h1bwE78dBv1zOFGc7Dm4pRQC5niTjzsglIu7PQ4VzHGFL9okAQyeyC24SB6QgVccmudr4LYZ_ZvjGrG7FzOXj2G3c8qV9sMkbWmUGmUAq1TXTU7bxjkBj=w4032)
Title: Re: [IC] Yves (Numpad w/ Function Row)
Post by: Acereconkeys on Mon, 11 November 2019, 19:12:57
Quote from: zekkin on Mon, 11 November 2019, 08:49:14
Hi everyone, I've received my new prototype and am checking in on the overall interest in this before I order them. Please fill this form if you're interested!

https://forms.gle/iVTT3AoLkDyAUBH16

Show Image
(https://lh5.googleusercontent.com/JGHUDiyI-L-QR_D8z-4pHxv5VTKLbJEfh1BHlrUwnWNLZIo1UjCxs17Y7T_c4aH96pgqZpFr8ikZTe8AjJ2KUJ7Ui6QTnCyn7b-GBm6Q6K_MVUdHDqn5ktDmY05B=w4032)


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(https://lh5.googleusercontent.com/Mw4lWlhTzmGNa72ypUn9xZfd7Xakk20DfbDvs63Sdgsc0yLnhwc5N0DuPWd9ol4hbNtqeLaoZIVoSWuJ0Ugh_WVCWC78WRHuT_8ujfGmOG1azdsZKezmBvzqvpk9=w4032)


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(https://lh3.googleusercontent.com/_t5dEO8h1bwE78dBv1zOFGc7Dm4pRQC5niTjzsglIu7PQ4VzHGFL9okAQyeyC24SB6QgVccmudr4LYZ_ZvjGrG7FzOXj2G3c8qV9sMkbWmUGmUAq1TXTU7bxjkBj=w4032)


Filled out! I'd definitely be interested in snagging one of the black ones :) Looks great.
Title: Re: [IC] Yves (Numpad w/ Function Row)
Post by: thornkin on Tue, 21 January 2020, 03:38:32
What is the status of this?  Is it going to happen?

Laser ALT sporting red Sky Pandas

Title: Re: [IC] Yves (Numpad w/ Function Row)
Post by: zekkin on Tue, 21 January 2020, 05:52:46
Currently waiting for CNY to start and finish. PCB test fit comes after, then I’ll have them manu’d.
Title: Re: [IC] Yves (Numpad w/ Function Row)
Post by: BouncyChillups on Tue, 21 January 2020, 11:00:20
This is freaking beautiful. Gonna fill out the IC right now.
Title: Re: [IC] Yves (Numpad w/ Function Row)
Post by: Zeelobby on Tue, 21 January 2020, 11:03:58
Count me in for this. Have been waiting for a good numpad.
Title: Re: [IC] Yves (Numpad w/ Function Row)
Post by: Pach on Sun, 09 February 2020, 11:32:46
super clean, matte black with the engraving looks excellent  :thumb: