Post by: holtenc on Sun, 28 April 2019, 22:55:00
Prime_E. A 45% keyboard. This GB will run for 2 weeks. Choose between four case colors and 2 indicator LED options: all white or RGB mix. Indicator LEDs will NOT come pre-soldered.
IC Thread and some development history (https://geekhack.org/index.php?topic=98580.0)
Full image gallery (https://imgur.com/a/ikJR7u2)
Discord discussion (https://discord.gg/WHGx5nU)
Features:
- 4.75mm integrated switch plate
- Inner alphas rotated inward at 8deg
- 6deg incline
- 3 indicator LEDs (choose all white or RGB mix)
- All aluminum 2-part case
- 4 anodized color choices: Black, Silver, Gray and Red
- Hotswap via Kailh sockets
- USB-C
- QMK
- Via
Kit includes:
- Top and bottom case parts
- PCB, assembled (except for indicator LEDs)
- Screws
- Bumpon pads
Price: $320 for a full kit. Extra and standalone PCBs are $40. Shipping is not included.
GB Period: 2 weeks (May 3 - May 17)
ETA: Estimated to ship 4 months after GB period ends
JOIN HERE (https://www.primekb.com/collections/keyboards/products/prime_e)
Stand alone PCBs available HERE (https://www.primekb.com/collections/keyboards/products/prime_e-pcb)
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Production vs sample pictures (samples on bottom, production on top:
(https://i.imgur.com/YMziWr7.jpg)
(https://i.imgur.com/ZqKvzHL.jpg)
(https://i.imgur.com/m7f4Jh1.jpg)
Obviously there is a difference in sample red and gray VS production.
If anyone is not happy with the way these turned out and would like to cancel your order, please let me know ASAP.
Post by: Signature on Wed, 01 May 2019, 11:57:32
Post by: ChrisSwires on Wed, 01 May 2019, 12:18:23
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Post by: holtenc on Wed, 01 May 2019, 12:41:25
Good luck with it man, I love the concept, if I could type I'd be all over it like a herpetic rash.
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one day I'll design another with a Y on both sides just for you.
Post by: jil_jil32 on Wed, 01 May 2019, 14:51:52
Post by: stoic-lemon on Wed, 01 May 2019, 21:49:02
Post by: KingOfMemes on Thu, 02 May 2019, 08:37:55
Post by: holtenc on Thu, 02 May 2019, 08:39:44
Post by: holtenc on Fri, 03 May 2019, 07:39:38
Standalone PCBs are available here: https://www.primekb.com/collections/keyboards/products/prime_e-pcb
I'll make some plate files available before PCBs ship.
Post by: CARC on Fri, 03 May 2019, 11:38:50
Post by: XtReeM1337n355 on Sat, 04 May 2019, 13:01:19
Post by: holtenc on Sat, 04 May 2019, 13:03:17
I can't wait to put this next to my Alice!
Got mine plus an extra PCB! So psyched on this board!
awesome guys. Half way to MOQ
Post by: holtenc on Mon, 06 May 2019, 22:29:36
Post by: regionfree on Mon, 06 May 2019, 22:43:21
Quick update. This group buy will move on to production.
YEEEEEEEESSSS!
Post by: apossardt on Thu, 16 May 2019, 21:29:27
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Post by: holtenc on Thu, 16 May 2019, 21:32:08
Joined! Really loving my TMO50 right now but I feel like this might end up taking its place as my daily...
NICE.
GB period ends tomorrow everyone. If you're on the fence it's go time :p
Post by: Acereconkeys on Fri, 17 May 2019, 13:42:01
Good luck with the buy hope everyone loves the board.
Post by: holtenc on Sat, 18 May 2019, 10:24:34
This coming week I'll be requesting invoices from factories and getting those paid ASAP .
Post by: cijanzen on Sat, 18 May 2019, 10:25:58
That wraps up the buy period everyone. Thanks to all who participated.
This coming week I'll be requesting invoices from factories and getting those paid ASAP .
Awesome! Hope everything goes well for you. Can’t wait to get my silver one.
Post by: holtenc on Mon, 20 May 2019, 21:00:43
Post by: regionfree on Mon, 20 May 2019, 22:08:21
all invoices have been paid and parts ordered. This includes cases, PCBs, indicator LED's, screws and bumpons.
great! looking forward to this :)
Post by: KickDrumsandRedWine on Wed, 29 May 2019, 13:44:52
Post by: The_Royal on Wed, 29 May 2019, 14:13:20
Anybody else too cheap to shell out for pcb+case and go for just pcb? I did and was wondering what others plans were for a case and plate
I honestly prefer Acrylic plate cases and 3D printed ones over Aluminum cases 90% of the time so It was a no brainer for me. He said he was going to release the plate files in the near future so Ill make a case out those when they do.
Post by: holtenc on Wed, 29 May 2019, 14:15:31
Post by: The_Royal on Wed, 29 May 2019, 19:56:55
(https://i.imgur.com/Oy01yEQ.jpg)
Full blown Prime-E Acrylic Case Incoming!
Post by: holtenc on Fri, 07 June 2019, 11:47:38
(https://i.imgur.com/PoVuEpb.jpg)
(https://i.imgur.com/0cNIGOD.jpg)
Post by: cijanzen on Fri, 07 June 2019, 11:57:05
a pre-production sample of the PCB was sent to me. Everything is as it should be and they will be moving forward with the full production run.Show Image(https://i.imgur.com/PoVuEpb.jpg)Show Image(https://i.imgur.com/0cNIGOD.jpg)
Looks so clean! Great job so far.
Post by: holtenc on Thu, 13 June 2019, 21:18:37
After programming and QAQC, i will be shipping out orders that contained only a PCB(s). If you ordered an extra/spare PCB, it will ship along with your case.
Also, for those that wanted just the PCB for a DIY project, basic 2D plate files can be found HERE (https://cdn.shopify.com/s/files/1/2016/1211/files/Prime_E_2D.zip?55) . And by basic, I mean basic. There are no holes for standoffs or screws. I did this simply because there are too many different types on construction and hardware to consider to make any sort of universal design. If you do not have the means to modify the drawings yourself, get with me and I can add some holes where you want them. Also, the files are provided in DXF format. If you want some other format let me know. I should be able to produce most file types.
Post by: holtenc on Wed, 19 June 2019, 19:22:12
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Top housings are still need couple of operation to finish. I will send you a picture before i send them for anodizing. Bottoms are not started yet.
Post by: ctrlshiftba on Fri, 21 June 2019, 14:11:14
Post by: holtenc on Fri, 21 June 2019, 15:13:25
Just got the PCB shipping notification! But these .dxf files won't open for me in Illustrator? Are they working for anyone else? Maybe I need to use something other than Illustrator?
hmm i can't either. let me play around with the export settings and see if I can figure it out.
Post by: holtenc on Fri, 21 June 2019, 15:13:57
Post by: holtenc on Fri, 21 June 2019, 15:19:22
Just got the PCB shipping notification! But these .dxf files won't open for me in Illustrator? Are they working for anyone else? Maybe I need to use something other than Illustrator?
Figured out the problem. They were exported with autocad 2018 DXF format. I guess the latest illustrator can't handle that. I tested one with i think autocad 2004 DXF format and it worked in Illustrator. I'll get the rest of them converted this evening and post the new files here.
UPDATE: re-download the files and give them a try. Illustrator should open them no problem now.
Post by: Acereconkeys on Fri, 21 June 2019, 16:59:48
Post by: regionfree on Mon, 22 July 2019, 11:32:13
Post by: sickbabies on Mon, 22 July 2019, 11:50:51
shipping has already started?
The solo PCB's shipped, cases are still in production
Post by: ninjacore on Mon, 22 July 2019, 12:12:15
Post by: vicissitude on Mon, 22 July 2019, 18:52:41
really love this.
good job.
Post by: sickbabies on Mon, 22 July 2019, 22:16:31
My frosted black acrylic prime_e with POM plate
Post by: holtenc on Tue, 30 July 2019, 23:26:21
Anyone know where I can get a case for the PCB? 3D-printed or otherwise.
sorry for the late reply. I've been on vacation and I don't check GH as often as I should.
This guy is doing acrylic cases: https://www.etsy.com/listing/689561858/prime-e-acrylic-case
And I'm working out some kinks on a 3d printed version.
Post by: ninjacore on Wed, 31 July 2019, 06:54:43
Quote from: holtenc link=topic=100441.msg2792204#msg2792204
sorry for the late reply. I've been on vacation and I don't check GH as often as I should.
This guy is doing acrylic cases: https://www.etsy.com/listing/689561858/prime-e-acrylic-case
And I'm working out some kinks on a 3d printed version.
No worries! That’s perfect, thank you
Post by: holtenc on Mon, 19 August 2019, 20:04:40
Quote
Your Prime_E is in the final manufacturing status. It will be packed and shipped soon. If you need to change receiving address, please let me know as soon as possible.
Post by: kennardsmith on Mon, 19 August 2019, 20:38:42
From the factory:QuoteYour Prime_E is in the final manufacturing status. It will be packed and shipped soon. If you need to change receiving address, please let me know as soon as possible.
can't wait! i've been getting jealous of all the acrylic users posting their boards!
Post by: Nigolski on Mon, 19 August 2019, 23:40:25
Post by: holtenc on Tue, 20 August 2019, 09:09:39
will there be any extras available
There should be some extras that will be made available a couple weeks after the GB ships
Post by: KingOfMemes on Tue, 20 August 2019, 09:29:03
will there be any extras availableDefinitely trying to get down on extras
There should be some extras that will be made available a couple weeks after the GB ships
Post by: ninjacore on Mon, 02 September 2019, 14:12:19
Post by: holtenc on Mon, 02 September 2019, 14:32:36
Post by: EMC Labs on Mon, 02 September 2019, 17:56:19
Prime_E in clear acrylic
Are there any case files so I could make my own acrylic version?
Post by: holtenc on Mon, 02 September 2019, 18:08:27
Prime_E in clear acrylic
Are there any case files so I could make my own acrylic version?
https://cdn.shopify.com/s/files/1/2016/1211/files/Prime_E_2D.zip?55
Post by: EMC Labs on Tue, 03 September 2019, 01:22:35
Prime_E in clear acrylic
Are there any case files so I could make my own acrylic version?
https://cdn.shopify.com/s/files/1/2016/1211/files/Prime_E_2D.zip?55
Cheers. ;D
Post by: holtenc on Tue, 24 September 2019, 20:50:41
Post by: holtenc on Sat, 28 September 2019, 10:43:51
Post by: holtenc on Sat, 28 September 2019, 16:06:15
(https://i.imgur.com/YMziWr7.jpg)
(https://i.imgur.com/ZqKvzHL.jpg)
(https://i.imgur.com/m7f4Jh1.jpg)
If anyone is not happy with how these color differences turned out and would like to cancel your order, please let me know ASAP.
Sorry.
Post by: mgsickler on Sat, 28 September 2019, 18:56:16
Pulled a kit of each color out to have a look. It seems the red and gray do not quite match the prototypes/samples. Production red is darker and the gray is lighter. here are some pics. Samples on bottom and production on topShow Image(https://i.imgur.com/YMziWr7.jpg)Show Image(https://i.imgur.com/ZqKvzHL.jpg)Show Image(https://i.imgur.com/m7f4Jh1.jpg)
If anyone is not happy with how these color differences turned out and would like to cancel your order, please let me know ASAP.
Sorry.
These look great to me! I don’t have any issues with that. :)
Excited to get mine.
Post by: holtenc on Thu, 03 October 2019, 14:14:13
Post by: pino38 on Thu, 03 October 2019, 21:03:48
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Post by: holtenc on Thu, 03 October 2019, 21:08:06
any extras or B-stock?
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I'll make extras available in 2-3 weeks. I'll be sure to post about it here and everywhere else with a specific date and time.
Post by: Slash Emperor on Mon, 07 October 2019, 10:31:44
Post by: apossardt on Mon, 07 October 2019, 15:19:22
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Post by: cijanzen on Mon, 07 October 2019, 15:45:35
Seconding excellent packaging and a super smooth gb process. I finally found something to put these caps on :)Show Image(https://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20191007/f25ff4a649828eb7507a770624659909.jpg)
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Oof that is beautiful! Mine should be here Wednesday. Might have to put the same set on!
Post by: holtenc on Mon, 07 October 2019, 21:14:03
Just received my boards and I just wanted to say they look amazing so far and I just wanted to say thanks for the well-done packing job and for running a great GB experience, holtenc!
Seconding excellent packaging and a super smooth gb process. I finally found something to put these caps on :)
Very glad the kits made it to you guys safe and sound! Goal accomplished.
Post by: idlemao on Sat, 26 October 2019, 13:34:01
Definitely excited for thisany extras or B-stock?
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I'll make extras available in 2-3 weeks. I'll be sure to post about it here and everywhere else with a specific date and time.
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Post by: cijanzen on Sat, 26 October 2019, 13:35:21
This build turned out great! Have it running on VIA now and it’s nice to be able to tune the layout on the fly.
Post by: shinz0 on Fri, 27 December 2019, 17:17:13
Post by: holtenc on Fri, 27 December 2019, 17:19:14
hi OP, any extras or b stocks avail?
No sir all sold out. But I've got more PCBs on the way and there are/might be several 3rd party case options available.