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Title: [IC] Keydelabra - Artisan Keycap Stand
Post by: samsamm777 on Sun, 21 February 2021, 11:36:54
IC Form (https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLScoEF3BC2jhYDeI9ePUZ3ZP4Ixc1dz7QxouCRCbMGsd7HrJ5w/viewform?usp=sf_link)

Hello everyone!
I'd like to introduce the Keydelabra (a candelabra, for keycaps!)
I've struggled to find a good solution for displaying my artisan keycaps, and figured id share my idea with everyone.
This hopefully wont be a group buy. Depending on costs we will aim for this to be an in-stock item with no pre-order required.

Renders
(https://i.imgur.com/LbgQMyu.png)
(https://i.imgur.com/Mf96OHX.png)
(https://i.imgur.com/ZFQliLN.png)
(https://i.imgur.com/DvSMBNf.png)
(https://i.imgur.com/yvFd18H.png)

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TODO:
Pricing
Vendor
Stock Date

Thanks for your interest, and we would love to hear your feedback!

Title: Re: [IC] Keydelabra - Artisan Keycap Stand
Post by: MIGHTY CHICKEN on Sun, 21 February 2021, 11:37:27
Interesting to say the least
Title: Re: [IC] Keydelabra - Artisan Keycap Stand
Post by: NotYeMK on Sun, 21 February 2021, 11:43:24
Should also include adapters that would allow Topre or add an angle to the stand.
Title: Re: [IC] Keydelabra - Artisan Keycap Stand
Post by: samsamm777 on Sun, 21 February 2021, 11:46:03
Quote from: NotYeMK on Sun, 21 February 2021, 11:43:24
Should also include adapters that would allow Topre or add an angle to the stand.

Im experimenting with a slight angle, im going to be 3D printing some prototypes soon, so i may update with an angle if it works better. I'll keep you posted, its a good idea.
Title: Re: [IC] Keydelabra - Artisan Keycap Stand
Post by: mfwit on Mon, 22 February 2021, 07:26:57
Been looking for something like this for taking photos of artisans. Give me the ability to angle them and I'm in for a few!
Title: Re: [IC] Keydelabra - Artisan Keycap Stand
Post by: samsamm777 on Mon, 22 February 2021, 09:50:27
I'm going to go back and rethink this a bit, i really appreicate the feedback, and i have some ideas on how to make this work. I'll update this IC with new artwork soon!
Title: Re: [IC] Keydelabra - Artisan Keycap Stand
Post by: samsamm777 on Mon, 22 February 2021, 11:45:56
Update - Keydelabra v2

Given the feedback, i have improved on the design to allow for flexible keycap positions, and also allows for different keycap connectors.

Rotational Mechanism
Inspired by stands for X-Wing board game, using strong neodynium magnets and a ball bearing.
Its possible to provide a very flexible positioning mechanism for your keycap on the stand. This then will suite a much wider variety of needs and scenarios for your stand display.
(https://i.imgur.com/YeqmjfG.jpg)

Please see main post for updated renders.

Next Steps
I am going to prototype this new design to find out the maximum keycap weight of the mechanism. This will dictate how well the positioning will perform.

Interest Check Google Form
https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLScoEF3BC2jhYDeI9ePUZ3ZP4Ixc1dz7QxouCRCbMGsd7HrJ5w/viewform?usp=sf_link

 
Title: [IC] Keydelabra - Artisan Keycap Stand
Post by: Cubic // esc lab on Mon, 22 February 2021, 12:11:25
Quote from: samsamm777 on Mon, 22 February 2021, 11:45:56
Update - Keydelabra v2

Given the feedback, i have improved on the design to allow for flexible keycap positions, and also allows for different keycap connectors.

Rotational Mechanism
Inspired by stands for X-Wing board game, using strong neodynium magnets and a ball bearing.
Its possible to provide a very flexible positioning mechanism for your keycap on the stand. This then will suite a much wider variety of needs and scenarios for your stand display.
Show Image
(https://i.imgur.com/YeqmjfG.jpg)


Please see main post for updated renders.

Next Steps
I am going to prototype this new design to find out the maximum keycap weight of the mechanism. This will dictate how well the positioning will perform.

Interest Check Google Form
https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLScoEF3BC2jhYDeI9ePUZ3ZP4Ixc1dz7QxouCRCbMGsd7HrJ5w/viewform?usp=sf_link

 
Removing this. Apologies.
Title: Re: [IC] Keydelabra - Artisan Keycap Stand
Post by: Cubic // esc lab on Mon, 22 February 2021, 12:19:16
In terms of feedback/suggestions, I highly recommend using some sort of soft rubber (or material) to minimize the damage or scratches that could happen onto an artisan stem.

I collect artisans myself and I would be afraid to use something that's too hard that might potential scratch my keycap.

The rotating mechanism sounds very interesting but I wonder if too many rotational position possibilities will make it hard to match if you have a lot of artisans?

Other than that, this is dope. I'm definitely down to get some.

Any pricing expectations?
Title: Re: [IC] Keydelabra - Artisan Keycap Stand
Post by: TheInverseKey on Mon, 22 February 2021, 15:19:15
Looks like I floated a value better check the LS.
Title: Re: [IC] Keydelabra - Artisan Keycap Stand
Post by: o3okevin on Mon, 22 February 2021, 15:48:29
Quote from: loop | esc lab on Mon, 22 February 2021, 12:11:25
This is beautiful! I imagine this will pair perfectly with Series 00.

Pretty bad taste to advertise your own stuff in another IC
Title: Re: [IC] Keydelabra - Artisan Keycap Stand
Post by: samsamm777 on Mon, 22 February 2021, 16:40:41
Quote from: TheInverseKey on Mon, 22 February 2021, 15:19:15
Looks like I floated a value better check the LS.

My dude, can you explain what you mean? I dont know the lingo  ;D
Title: Re: [IC] Keydelabra - Artisan Keycap Stand
Post by: Nuap on Mon, 22 February 2021, 17:35:41
Quote from: loop | esc lab on Mon, 22 February 2021, 12:11:25
This is beautiful! I imagine this will pair perfectly with Series 00.

Please don't hijack other peoples threads to advertise your GB.
Title: Re: [IC] Keydelabra - Artisan Keycap Stand
Post by: Cubic // esc lab on Mon, 22 February 2021, 18:01:08
Quote from: o3okevin on Mon, 22 February 2021, 15:48:29
Quote from: loop | esc lab on Mon, 22 February 2021, 12:11:25
This is beautiful! I imagine this will pair perfectly with Series 00.

Pretty bad taste to advertise your own stuff in another IC
I removed it and apologized to OP. Thanks for bringing it up.
Title: Re: [IC] Keydelabra - Artisan Keycap Stand
Post by: samsamm777 on Tue, 23 February 2021, 05:12:13
Quote from: loop | esc lab on Mon, 22 February 2021, 18:01:08
Quote from: o3okevin on Mon, 22 February 2021, 15:48:29
Quote from: loop | esc lab on Mon, 22 February 2021, 12:11:25
This is beautiful! I imagine this will pair perfectly with Series 00.

Pretty bad taste to advertise your own stuff in another IC
I removed it and apologized to OP. Thanks for bringing it up.

Thanks, appreciate you reaching out.
Title: Re: [IC] Keydelabra - Artisan Keycap Stand
Post by: Chippy on Tue, 23 February 2021, 23:41:07
This is incredibly unnecessary. I love it.
Title: Re: [IC] Keydelabra - Artisan Keycap Stand
Post by: samsamm777 on Sat, 17 April 2021, 07:24:03
Bumping this thread, as its been a while. (Hope im not break rules)