Author Topic: Another Keycap Mold (Read 9829 times)

QuyND · « **on:** Thu, 25 October 2018, 08:43:30 »

Hi guys, this is my first topic on this forum. If there is any mistake, please tell me.
I’m currently working on this Mold, i haven’t come up with a name yet. But please feel free to tell me what do you guys thing about it. I had run a small GB in my country - Vietnam - to see what other things and so far so good, still no complain yet.

This Mold come with a “Hard Anodize” surface on 7075 Aluminum to prevent wear after many, many casting done. Also with the quick veins-break tools to minimize excess resins after release the keycap from the mold.

Thank you.

dgneo · « **Reply #1 on:** Thu, 25 October 2018, 08:52:09 »

I think this is really well done, and I like the idea of unscrewing to separate the bottom from the keycap.

Nice work

9999hp · « **Reply #2 on:** Thu, 25 October 2018, 09:38:42 »

This looks neat! Does the squarish stem effect the caps ability to be put on box switches?

QuyND · « **Reply #3 on:** Thu, 25 October 2018, 17:46:04 »

Quote from: dgneo on Thu, 25 October 2018, 08:52:09

I think this is really well done, and I like the idea of unscrewing to separate the bottom from the keycap.

Nice work

Thanks alot.

Quote from: 9999hp on Thu, 25 October 2018, 09:38:42

This looks neat! Does the squarish stem effect the caps ability to be put on box switches?

What do you means by "squarish stem"? On the video, when i pull the stem making part away, that leave a very thin layer of excess resin. You can easily break it off by hand. The stem is round.

brizzzle · « **Reply #4 on:** Sun, 28 October 2018, 20:49:13 »

that stem looks very secure, really interesting design.

9999hp · « **Reply #5 on:** Mon, 29 October 2018, 11:06:29 »

Quote from: QuyND on Thu, 25 October 2018, 17:46:04

Quote from: dgneo on Thu, 25 October 2018, 08:52:09
I think this is really well done, and I like the idea of unscrewing to separate the bottom from the keycap.

Nice work

Thanks alot.

Quote from: 9999hp on Thu, 25 October 2018, 09:38:42
This looks neat! Does the squarish stem effect the caps ability to be put on box switches?
What do you means by "squarish stem"? On the video, when i pull the stem making part away, that leave a very thin layer of excess resin. You can easily break it off by hand. The stem is round.

I see, I think I was looking at the flash, my b!

QuyND · « **Reply #6 on:** Tue, 30 October 2018, 09:32:01 »

Quote from: brizzzle on Sun, 28 October 2018, 20:49:13

that stem looks very secure, really interesting design.

Thanks. The stem fit in nicely and i’m really happy about it.

rachel · « **Reply #7 on:** Thu, 01 November 2018, 06:03:00 »

This is quite an interesting design. Would love to see how it is used in real time (where to pour resin etc) and probably a longer video

Just wish to know more about the product.

QuyND · « **Reply #8 on:** Thu, 01 November 2018, 09:08:09 »

Quote from: rachel on Thu, 01 November 2018, 06:03:00

This is quite an interesting design. Would love to see how it is used in real time (where to pour resin etc) and probably a longer video
Just wish to know more about the product.

Glad you liked it. But sadly i don’t have any set with me now because i had sent them all away. I am currently running a small Pre-order in my country, when it’s finish, maybe i will make a short video to demonstrate.

rachel · « **Reply #9 on:** Thu, 01 November 2018, 09:09:50 »

Awesome. Thank you! Looking forward.

QuyND · « **Reply #10 on:** Tue, 06 November 2018, 07:38:04 »

I’m working on this new accessory for this mold. A “Rotary Base” making sculpting easier. No more annoying locates pin blocking your view. The prototype is halfway done, i think they will be ready to send to tester in 2-4 weeks after i fixed my CNC machine.

sleepy · « **Reply #11 on:** Thu, 08 November 2018, 15:55:33 »

Quote from: QuyND on Tue, 06 November 2018, 07:38:04

I’m working on this new accessory for this mold. A “Rotary Base” making sculpting easier. No more annoying locates pin blocking your view. The prototype is halfway done, i think they will be ready to send to tester in 2-4 weeks after i fixed my CNC machine.

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looking great, keep it up

9999hp · « **Reply #12 on:** Fri, 09 November 2018, 08:36:04 »

Quote from: QuyND on Tue, 06 November 2018, 07:38:04

I’m working on this new accessory for this mold. A “Rotary Base” making sculpting easier. No more annoying locates pin blocking your view. The prototype is halfway done, i think they will be ready to send to tester in 2-4 weeks after i fixed my CNC machine.

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This looks really neat, I'd def be interested in it

bendim · « **Reply #13 on:** Sat, 10 November 2018, 15:44:50 »

Hi this looks interesting. Do you have a video how to cast?
What is the price?

dugihk · « **Reply #14 on:** Sat, 24 November 2018, 02:25:52 »

Any updates on this?

TheGlyph · « **Reply #15 on:** Mon, 26 November 2018, 00:09:42 »

Quite a setup! Definitely curious to see how this project progresses

mrbane · « **Reply #16 on:** Mon, 26 November 2018, 01:33:02 »

This looks like an interesting design and casting looks solid, surely willing to see this thing in motion..

QuyND · « **Reply #17 on:** Mon, 17 December 2018, 03:10:11 »

So sorry guys, i just relocated my homeshop so there will be a update in 2 or 3 weeks.

AetherX · « **Reply #18 on:** Sun, 13 January 2019, 20:08:04 »

I'd also be interested in getting my hands on one!

QuyND · « **Reply #19 on:** Sun, 13 January 2019, 20:37:30 »

The Sandblasted surface with Hard Anodized on 7075 Aluminum look kinda cool.

QuyND · « **Reply #20 on:** Mon, 24 June 2019, 11:57:51 »

A new toy (prototype) - rotating sculpture base for Sculptor. I will further explain this in my future posts.

sleepy · « **Reply #21 on:** Thu, 27 June 2019, 12:44:06 »

Quote from: QuyND on Mon, 24 June 2019, 11:57:51

A new toy (prototype) - rotating sculpture base for Sculptor. I will further explain this in my future posts.

Looks good, excited to see more

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