Awesome work!! Props to everyone involved in this!
Will this case work with the current GB for phantom plates? Or a new custom plate design? Err after looking at the case, I guess it will only fit the new plate due to a few things.
Awesome work!! Props to everyone involved in this!
Will this case work with the current GB for phantom plates? Or a new custom plate design? Err after looking at the case, I guess it will only fit the new plate due to a few things.
It will not work since the plate will bolt onto the bottom half of the case.
Don't worry, case will come with plate :)
So the plate is being screwed to the top of the case?
Awesome work!! Props to everyone involved in this!
Will this case work with the current GB for phantom plates? Or a new custom plate design? Err after looking at the case, I guess it will only fit the new plate due to a few things.
It will not work since the plate will bolt onto the bottom half of the case.
Don't worry, case will come with plate :)
The question is, should I cancel my phantom plate order now? hehe. Hate to ask so early, but any potential cost/eta of finish?
Awesome work!! Props to everyone involved in this!
Will this case work with the current GB for phantom plates? Or a new custom plate design? Err after looking at the case, I guess it will only fit the new plate due to a few things.
It will not work since the plate will bolt onto the bottom half of the case.
Don't worry, case will come with plate :)
The question is, should I cancel my phantom plate order now? hehe. Hate to ask so early, but any potential cost/eta of finish?
Added pic of the color.
Looks good. But for me there's one question, do you think you could also make a Filco compatible version of this? It would be a dream if there was a universal aluminium case.
I'm a huge fan of the color. Any idea how thick the top cover will be and if you would allow for user submitted plates? Really want a nice case with the 5 keys opened up. I'd be fine hacking the cover myself it it is thin enough.
Thanks, though I'd keep the 1x block. I'm stupid about what keys I want. :DI'm a huge fan of the color. Any idea how thick the top cover will be and if you would allow for user submitted plates? Really want a nice case with the 5 keys opened up. I'd be fine hacking the cover myself it it is thin enough.
just chopping off the 1.x block and making a new plates will make this open to all the layouts
The issue being the cost of low Q runs.Note: I know nothing about CNCing
Exactly. Modular case design. If you wanted, when you start taking orders for these, you could offer different top case and plates for different layouts. For example, a top case with no 1x tabs, the area between the cursor arrows and the six pack cut out, and a fully open f-row. That with a Prof plate would be an appealing option. Not sure how complicated you want to get with ordering options. :)
Top case will be with or without block and 3-5 different plate designs
Looks good. But for me there's one question, do you think you could also make a Filco compatible version of this? It would be a dream if there was a universal aluminium case.
IMO, you'll just need a new plate which can be made(Maybe like $30 for a 1off plate). Something I will look into
By block are we referring to the 5key block or the winkey block?Top case will be with or without block and 3-5 different plate designs
Perfect.
Would love a no space F row top case, that would be hawt :)We have dremels....
Don't listen to me,. simple is best hah
Winkey blocks:(
Winkey blocks
Looks good. But for me there's one question, do you think you could also make a Filco compatible version of this? It would be a dream if there was a universal aluminium case.
IMO, you'll just need a new plate which can be made(Maybe like $30 for a 1off plate). Something I will look into
Great! A friend of me got a small CNC mill, he could produce a plate for me. But would the higher controller of a Filco be no problem? Also, dou you plan to have ISO layout available?
The plates are laser cut not CNC and plate will need to have the controller cutout
Winkey blocks
Please, for the love this puppy make the 1x blockers integrated into the case. Not like the Kmac 2Show Image(http://i50.tinypic.com/2v2va6a.jpg)
Just to be perfectly clear. If we want this case we SHOULD cancel our plate orders with prof? (yes | no)
Thanks
Phantom PCB has no holes for PCB mount switches, so plate mount is your only option.
Top case will be with or without block and 3-5 different plate designs
Perfect.
To be clear, this means with or without 1x winkeys in the bottom row. And the "with winkey" version can then be used for 1.25x mods as well.
Putting together a case is cake, proper ended screw driver and go. It's the PCB/switch side of things that requires some real skill.
Putting together a case is cake, proper ended screw driver and go. It's the PCB/switch side of things that requires some real skill.
So only need someone to do the pcb and the rest will be piece of cake? We don't need to solder the switches right?
Putting together a case is cake, proper ended screw driver and go. It's the PCB/switch side of things that requires some real skill.
So only need someone to do the pcb and the rest will be piece of cake? We don't need to solder the switches right?
Is it possible to send this case to someone for the soldering then ?Since not everyone has soldering kit and etc.
Is it possible to send this case to someone for the soldering then ?Since not everyone has soldering kit and etc.Talk to TP about it. (http://geekhack.org/index.php?topic=38471.0)
Why are you talking about soldering a case? The case needs no solder, while the switches need to be welded to the pcb somehow. That finished PCB is then attached to the case with screws, no soldering needed.
... The Professor (sp, he never spells my name right and that's bad)
Why are you talking about soldering a case? The case needs no solder, while the switches need to be welded to the pcb somehow. That finished PCB is then attached to the case with screws, no soldering needed.
... The Professor (sp, he never spells my name right and that's bad)
I saw him refer to you as "best" earlier. That's no so bad, eh? You calling him "The Professor" reminded me of Han calling C3PO that once... :D
what kind of time frame are we looking at before we can start ordering this?
BTW: thanks for putting in all this work.
Profo, do you realize what you are asking? Stainless would require a stupid amount of machine time. Probably $1k or more. As to the alternate layouts that has already been revealed: winkey/winkeyless.i know its harder didnt know it was that much more machine time. How about an all brass case then? The all brass render K i have kinda cool!
Profo, do you realize what you are asking? Stainless would require a stupid amount of machine time. Probably $1k or more. As to the alternate layouts that has already been revealed: winkey/winkeyless.i know its harder didnt know it was that much more machine time. How about an all brass case then? The all brass render K i have kinda cool!
Hmm a plate wouldt be too much of an issue to design i wouldnt think because I have the file for mine from bpiphany. The top of the case would be a problem snd there no way im dremeling that.
no deep pockets :( i was just looking for some heavier metals...Profo, do you realize what you are asking? Stainless would require a stupid amount of machine time. Probably $1k or more. As to the alternate layouts that has already been revealed: winkey/winkeyless.i know its harder didnt know it was that much more machine time. How about an all brass case then? The all brass render K i have kinda cool!
Hmm a plate wouldt be too much of an issue to design i wouldnt think because I have the file for mine from bpiphany. The top of the case would be a problem snd there no way im dremeling that.
If you got deep pockets a brass and/or can be done, but like alaric stated you're looking at 1k+
Mmm, haven't seen the case bottom yet. Perhaps a milled pocket and you can pour lead.reminds me of when i mod and weigh stuff down using the stick on lead weight for balancing tires.
Case milled from lead? :)doesnt sound safe...
Case milled from lead? :)
that wouldnt be very ergonomicCase milled from lead? :)
Just mount the case on an anvil, heavy heavy
What if you also put a monitor and a tower on the Anvil?that wouldnt be very ergonomicCase milled from lead? :)
Just mount the case on an anvil, heavy heavy
Mmm, haven't seen the case bottom yet. Perhaps a milled pocket and you can pour lead.
What kind of quantities do you need for a plate design to be made? I'd really like to see this in ISO with 1.5x mods and short right Shift, but I'm afraid that won't be overly popular.
Going to make all of the plates but small steps at a time.
2 top cases, with and without 1x blocks
Going to make all of the plates but small steps at a time.
2 top cases, with and without 1x blocks
Isn't prof already doing the plates? will his not work with this particular case?
Going to make all of the plates but small steps at a time.
2 top cases, with and without 1x blocks
Isn't prof already doing the plates? will his not work with this particular case?
Nope, cases will almost always require a custom plate JUST for that case
Lol sorry Beast for my typos i know I have a lot of the *shame*
trust me i remember, my finger don't... :DLol sorry Beast for my typos i know I have a lot of the *shame*
Isn't a big deal, but it's a relatively short and easy to remember name lol
I too was counting on Boost for a phantom case. I've got two PCBs coming my way with nothing to put them in!
Is this a prototype? how long will it take for production?
thanks
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I'm really happy with the way it came out
Anodize black plz?
Anodize black plz?
you know it! Can't have enough black Keyboards since they go with most of the keycap sets....
BE READY TO ORDER SOON!!!!!!!!!!!!
$230 +/-
Still working out final pricing so this is not set in stone yet...
Anodize black plz?
you know it! Can't have enough black Keyboards since they go with most of the keycap sets....
BE READY TO ORDER SOON!!!!!!!!!!!!
What kind of price are we looking at? Sorry if this has been said, I haven't been following :/
what is SKELDON?
can we get our own names carved in there? I want mine to say "KUHNTANG"!
How will the top piece be attached to the bottom one? I don't see any screwholes on that prototype?
That looks really great. /me hope it will support 86/87 key also. 84 is nice but I needs me winkey.
When will the order thread be up? ;)
I would think it would work fine with Filco, QFR, etc., as long as the top cover doesn't have those WKL blockers. :)
what is SKELDON?
can we get our own names carved in there? I want mine to say "KUHNTANG"!
Might be able to get this done, but not 100% sure yet and it will drive up cost.
what is SKELDON?
can we get our own names carved in there? I want mine to say "KUHNTANG"!
Might be able to get this done, but not 100% sure yet and it will drive up cost.
Possible for no carved name to reduce cost even more? Or how about external engraving because I don't know about anyone else but I don't have X-ray vision.
Also whats the weight of the case currently?
I would think it would work fine with Filco, QFR, etc., as long as the top cover doesn't have those WKL blockers. :)oh... does that mean those TKL with the USB port in the middle should logically fit? Such as Ducky or KBT ONI? (provided the top cover is without WKL blockers)
Prototype looks nice boost/acetrak! So $230 is a set price no matter what quantity tier? Does that include the anodizing as well? If you add some simple screw-in removable standoffs, it might be compatible with current Filcos, QFR, and existing phantoms without needing to desolder everything.
So beautiful!
My wallet is ready. :D
guess no one cares about whether other boards fits or not other than Filco and QFR.... :'( :'( :'(
ow.... i see... then as long as we use the custom plate, we can use mostly any TKL? (provided the USB section or the cable out section is in the middle?)guess no one cares about whether other boards fits or not other than Filco and QFR.... :'( :'( :'(
Not true, alls you would need is a new plate. Desolder filco PCB from original plate and solder onto the Skeldon filco plate. The LEDs above the 6 will not show as I don't have the led holes
ow.... i see... then as long as we use the custom plate, we can use mostly any TKL? (provided the USB section or the cable out section is in the middle?)guess no one cares about whether other boards fits or not other than Filco and QFR.... :'( :'( :'(
Not true, alls you would need is a new plate. Desolder filco PCB from original plate and solder onto the Skeldon filco plate. The LEDs above the 6 will not show as I don't have the led holes
i see.... guess i will have to ask this question again when the time comes!ow.... i see... then as long as we use the custom plate, we can use mostly any TKL? (provided the USB section or the cable out section is in the middle?)guess no one cares about whether other boards fits or not other than Filco and QFR.... :'( :'( :'(
Not true, alls you would need is a new plate. Desolder filco PCB from original plate and solder onto the Skeldon filco plate. The LEDs above the 6 will not show as I don't have the led holes
I can only say this for the filco not.sure.about cm storm
Got my prototype in yesterday, a few changes needs to be made before production. :(
Case will be done in black and plate in red or blue. Brass plate will be an option once I get that cost.
Got my prototype in yesterday, a few changes needs to be made before production. :(
Got my prototype in yesterday, a few changes needs to be made before production. :(
Case will be done in black and plate in red or blue. Brass plate will be an option once I get that cost.
Case will be done in black and plate in red or blue. Brass plate will be an option once I get that cost.
Are there going to be different plate options? I was going to go with a WFD125 setup.I'm really interested how different the plate actually is.
Got my prototype in yesterday, a few changes needs to be made before production. :(
What problem(s) were there? Hopefully your proto is still usable, otherwise that's an expensive mistake.
That sounds about right for prototyping cost. That really sucks though. This case is the first metal TKL on GH, still looking forward to the finished product or GB phase.
Gah, I think I used up all my patience during the R4 GB but I must summon more, it'll be worth it. :DThat sounds about right for prototyping cost. That really sucks though. This case is the first metal TKL on GH, still looking forward to the finished product or GB phase.
Yea, this pushed me back about 2 weeks.
Gah, I think I used up all my patience during the R4 GB but I must summon more, it'll be worth it. :DThat sounds about right for prototyping cost. That really sucks though. This case is the first metal TKL on GH, still looking forward to the finished product or GB phase.
Yea, this pushed me back about 2 weeks.
Don't say that..... I mean R4 is actually happening.Gah, I think I used up all my patience during the R4 GB but I must summon more, it'll be worth it. :DThat sounds about right for prototyping cost. That really sucks though. This case is the first metal TKL on GH, still looking forward to the finished product or GB phase.
Yea, this pushed me back about 2 weeks.
Whoa!!! This is nothing like r4. Lol.
You can always re-anodize a case
How much does it cost to hard anodize yourself?
IMHO orange is more for accents. Making the entire case orange is a whole lot of orange for most people. Then again, like I said, I'd be in for just about any color that isn't black.
How much does it cost to hard anodize yourself?
IMHO orange is more for accents. Making the entire case orange is a whole lot of orange for most people. Then again, like I said, I'd be in for just about any color that isn't black.
Like everything else, it depends on the shop, where you're located......
Why not have bare metal like a boss? Why do we get metal cases and then add in all these ridiculous colors :P
Even a "colorless" aluminum case would still have to be anodized, or it would stain easily, no?
Even a "colorless" aluminum case would still have to be anodized, or it would stain easily, no?
You can do a "clear" anodize, which should make it look like machined aluminum (since no color dye is added)
Something along the lines of this: http://www.caswellplating.com/electroplating-anodizing/anodizing-products/anodizing-kits.html
I realize prices may vary, but can someone give me a rough estimate of the hard anodizing cost?
If we chose to get it anodized ourselves will it be cheaper?
I realize prices may vary, but can someone give me a rough estimate of the hard anodizing cost?
If we chose to get it anodized ourselves will it be cheaper?
$10-$100, the range is huge
The case no fits the phantom PCB correctly(WOOT).
Awesome, I've been waiting on this one. Since it's going through techkeys are you going to be able to stick to your original price estimation?
* Boost starts to solder the 6 phantoms pcb he has -_-
yea, I forgot something on the revision 2...Is it done?
Lol, forgot something didn't you?
yea, I forgot something on the revision 2...
OK. Where are the pics ? !! ;D
Looks great. It's nice to finally see a Phantom case realised.
How high is it at the front, and what angle is the slant?
Its doneShow Image(http://i39.tinypic.com/4hphd2.jpg)Show Image(http://i44.tinypic.com/notv6r.jpg)Show Image(http://i41.tinypic.com/2nl8jzb.jpg)
Holy! That thing looks like it weighs a tonne. Looks solid and clean. I like it!
Holy! That thing looks like it weighs a tonne. Looks solid and clean. I like it!
Almost 6lbs
Its doneShow Image(http://i39.tinypic.com/4hphd2.jpg)Show Image(http://i44.tinypic.com/notv6r.jpg)Show Image(http://i41.tinypic.com/2nl8jzb.jpg)
Holy! That thing looks like it weighs a tonne. Looks solid and clean. I like it!
Almost 6lbs
heavy weight!
I was about to post and ask this.....but someone beat me to it.......looks awesome boost!
^ get your flack jacket ready
No anno options?
I don't want to wait :\
Here are the colors we can use :DShow Image(http://i.imgur.com/1qWMXao.jpg)
Here are the colors we can use :DShow Image(http://i.imgur.com/1qWMXao.jpg)
That gold or orange?
Mine will be black, please. Hurry.
Purple. Gogogo. :)
Is this only winkeyless?
White cannot be anodized, only painted
Closest for anodized is silver
Whoa, this case is now a reality. Did you figure out the price point yet?
Going to run all 5 colors but only 4 colors for tgr case and 1 color for the plate.
You can always powdercoat white
Funny how that gold would match any of the other 4 colors as a plate.