Update: Add PC case option.
Good day to all. This is an interest check for MM-HHKB :Happy Hacking all time!
1.Why we make the HHKB？
Have you remember our class 60? we also provide HHKB optional but the inner structure cannot be directly compatible with the original HHKB.
After fans’ appeal and discussion with our team, we decided to make the original HHKB.
2.How we define style？
HHKB is known for its minimalist and original OG style. After a long period
of preparation,we decide to inherit the HHKB style.
3. Details
About appearance: we did not add extra elements and keep directly adopted separation
from top and bottom case like original HHKB design.
3.1. Size: 29.67cm* 11.8cm(L*W) and the front is sloped with a height of 19.55mm.
3.2 This board case fits HHKB pro2, pro3 and Yang's BLE upgrading kit. Other HHKB pcb we can't test
and you need to check the size and connectors type to our back weight yourself.
3.3.the “HHKB”logo is engraved on the bottom case .
3.4. Weight options: brass or PC are available.
3.5.We add some slots on the fixed positions of the screws on the back.
3.6. Plate: Sandblasted Stainless steel or maybe alu, color is not decided.
3.7. Color Options: Ano Black, Ano Purple are provided. And E-white or E-vintage white will be voted.
4.How to ensure compatibility?
Since the size and height of the IC boards of Pro2 and Pro3 are different, that's why we bought Pro2 and Pro3.
Through more rounds of sample production, we successfully solved the compatibility problem by replacing two different weight for adaptation.
5.How to solve Bluetooth signal for Pro2 users who use YANG Bluetooth control board?
In fact, We also solved this problem by replacing the weight to PC material.
It will be slight differences in the EC housings’ size made by different times and brands.
Also, There is a loud noise when the switch sliders hits the top case because of no any foam o-ring.
Our solution is adding IXPE sheet to the housing.(after practical tests, which is very effective in reducing noise.）
At last, we still decided to provide MX switch pcb for you to choose based on the early consultation,
including PCB and foam kit. (6u layout HHKB only)
The whole kit includes（PCB are not provided）：
Alu keyboard case
Internal weight: Brass or PC
Badge: Alu
Plate: Stainless steel (TBD)
0.3mm IXPE Sheet
Anti-static bottom pad
A set of our customized 50g Silicone Domes (60%)
Keyboard carrying case
Extra MX Internal components：$30 USD
HHKB(6u) MX switch Wired hot-swap PCB
Stainless steel wire drawing HHKB (6u) single plate
Type-c daughter board
Foam kit (3.5mm poron foam, PE sheet,)
Price: standard kit: $270 USD
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GB Date: End of Oct (TBD)
MOQ: 200 Units, 50 sets for Extra MX pcb
GB method: Group Buy
GB link: TBA
Shipping Cost: $25
More Renders：
Q&A：
Q：Will there be a 7U or 6.25U version for other layouts?
A: No, this keyboard kit is designed specifically for the HHKB 6u layout and will not be available in other layouts.
Q: Will there be additional sales of third party EC PCBS or other accessories?
A: No, we only provide the cases, so other accessories can directly use the original HHKB factory or the third party's replacement parts.
Thanks for reading and feel free to provide your suggestions.
