[GB] SKB75, SKB65 & SKB60 / GB CONCLUDED

[depletedvespene]

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Looks great! I can't wait to receive my SKB-75 cases and make my build with GMK Nines (... with or without the eńe survival kits from GMK Jamón).

[laserbeamspewpew]

So I bought o-rings for the burger mount but they are too large in diameter for the included screws. Anybody know where I can get smaller ones?

[EMC Labs]

Are there any SKB files so I could cut and make my own?

EDIT: Does anyone know OP's email? Can't seem to find it.

[hhkbp2]

Are there any SKB files so I could cut and make my own?

EDIT: Does anyone know OP's email? Can't seem to find it.

OP will make a customized plate for your requested layout. You could send email to skb@chrisbrueckner.de

[Poesjuh]

Mine is up and running as well
Intentionally didn’t add homing keys and no stepped caps to make it look cleaner. Build with black bottom,  milky top gateron yellows. EPBT black blank caps.




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[oxchamballs]

Any updates for the rest of the boards that haven't shipped?

[oxchamballs]

Hello again!

Any updates for the rest of the boards that haven't shipped?

[sapphyr]

Any updates for the rest of the boards that haven't shipped?

email him on the confirmation email and he usually responds to that

[PlastikSchnittstelle]

Any updates for the rest of the boards that haven't shipped?

I had already contacted most of the remaining eleven participants who haven't gotten their case jet. The problem is that there were quite a few parts of different versions that were not OK. They have been sent back to the manufacturer and we are still in discussion about this. I hope to get them all replaced. I'm waiting to get an answer to this, by the end of next week. I will think of some kind of extra for the last ones of you.

Regarding the rest, I am quite surprised that there weren't many delivery problems. Just one package came back to me because the recipient forgot to pick it up, already resent. About four times I accidentally included the wrong plate, the right ones have already been sent out.

[johngodsmith]

Any updates for the rest of the boards that haven't shipped?

I had already contacted most of the remaining eleven participants who haven't gotten their case jet. The problem is that there were quite a few parts of different versions that were not OK. They have been sent back to the manufacturer and we are still in discussion about this. I hope to get them all replaced. I'm waiting to get an answer to this, by the end of next week. I will think of some kind of extra for the last ones of you.

Regarding the rest, I am quite surprised that there weren't many delivery problems. Just one package came back to me because the recipient forgot to pick it up, already resent. About four times I accidentally included the wrong plate, the right ones have already been sent out.

Thanks for the update!


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[oxchamballs]

Any updates for the rest of the boards that haven't shipped?

I had already contacted most of the remaining eleven participants who haven't gotten their case jet. The problem is that there were quite a few parts of different versions that were not OK. They have been sent back to the manufacturer and we are still in discussion about this. I hope to get them all replaced. I'm waiting to get an answer to this, by the end of next week. I will think of some kind of extra for the last ones of you.

Regarding the rest, I am quite surprised that there weren't many delivery problems. Just one package came back to me because the recipient forgot to pick it up, already resent. About four times I accidentally included the wrong plate, the right ones have already been sent out.

Thanks for this, I didn't get an email since the first one a while back and I was getting kinda antsy.. 

[Saga]

Was a little anxious to get a bare case, but I think I'm in love.

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I feel like I need one of these...

[pizza_is_a_lie]

Any updates for the rest of the boards that haven't shipped?

I had already contacted most of the remaining eleven participants who haven't gotten their case jet. The problem is that there were quite a few parts of different versions that were not OK. They have been sent back to the manufacturer and we are still in discussion about this. I hope to get them all replaced. I'm waiting to get an answer to this, by the end of next week. I will think of some kind of extra for the last ones of you.

Regarding the rest, I am quite surprised that there weren't many delivery problems. Just one package came back to me because the recipient forgot to pick it up, already resent. About four times I accidentally included the wrong plate, the right ones have already been sent out.

Hey Chris,

Been awaiting a response since 25th August about the damage on my case. I've just emailed again if you wouldn't mind helping out?

[CypherPls]

Hey! Hope I can put this here. But, if anybody wants to sell their board, whether we're able to contact the designer/thread starter to change address's (if possible) or once you get your board shipped to you. However executed, I'm willing! Thanks!
For further discussion, you can PM me on Discord: Cypher#8414 

[oxchamballs]

hello again!

any updates from the manufacturer regarding the remaining boards?

[PlastikSchnittstelle]

Update regarding the remaining cases (less than 5%):

Affected GB participants have been informed via email. Short version for all:
The manufacturer does not want to replace the units which I describe as "not OK".
I'm working on a solution, it takes more time. Again!

I would have really hoped the hole GB would have been over by now, but like I had realized before already - this thing nevers seems to end.

The positive:
I'm learing a lot from this - still am!
Also, over 95% of the GB participants have received their case(s).

Next:
I'll prepare a google form for all participants. With it I hope to collect some feedback from you, regarding this Group Buy (procedure, communication, the cases itself, etc).

[Saga]

Now I just desperately want one for the new full+sized keyboard from kbdfans

[synchromatik]

Anyone else having an issue with ISO ENTER switch on KBD75 Rev.2 PCB as switch is not snaped in place by 2 cutouts on the plate and rather sit on board itself? Should I proceed with soldering that as is or that can be a problem in the long run?

[LordHellmchen]

Anyone else having an issue with ISO ENTER switch on KBD75 Rev.2 PCB as switch is not snaped in place by 2 cutouts on the plate and rather sit on board itself? Should I proceed with soldering that as is or that can be a problem in the long run?

To be honest I don't understand the issue you have. But I have the same PCB and ISO Enter.

Here is a pick of my setup:
https://photos.app.goo.gl/Q4LdWA5kFt4fRiAt7

[synchromatik]

well there is no real problem just a question as every switch is being held by cutouts on plate except iso enter that does not grip on plate rather sit on board. Anyway soldered and working fine.  My first "isoish" build, waiting for GMK Yugo



also, first time clipping lubing and bandaging stabs, feelsgoodman

[Saga]

well there is no real problem just a question as every switch is being held by cutouts on plate except iso enter that does not grip on plate rather sit on board. Anyway soldered and working fine.  My first "isoish" build, waiting for GMK Yugo

How do you find that impacts the stability? Still waiting on GMK Nordeuk++ to come in before really working on mine, so I'm wondering if I should try to get a custom plate that remedies that or not?

[LordHellmchen]

Ah, now I understand your question! Yes, I don't like if there are plates that are so generic that some switches are nearly not held by the plate. But in this case I don't care as the stabs (screw ins in my case) hold the key firmly in place. I don't see an issue with stability, but on the other hand the whole build does not feel very stiff.

[RETURNISO]

Ah, now I understand your question! Yes, I don't like if there are plates that are so generic that some switches are nearly not held by the plate. But in this case I don't care as the stabs (screw ins in my case) hold the key firmly in place. I don't see an issue with stability, but on the other hand the whole build does not feel very stiff.

I can definitely recommend a custom fixed plate!
The CF plates i got in mine are great, much more muted then the steel. They do however add less weight to the overall build.
imo I don't find the build "not stiff".
I added some PVC nylon 0.5mm Orings in between the 4 screws that hold the cases together. That helps a alot, ( Gives a peace of mind as well when you screw it together )
Silicone Orings aswell for the plate and last a piece of foam in the case, also helps on the overall case ping.

[synchromatik]

well there is no real problem just a question as every switch is being held by cutouts on plate except iso enter that does not grip on plate rather sit on board. Anyway soldered and working fine.  My first "isoish" build, waiting for GMK Yugo

How do you find that impacts the stability? Still waiting on GMK Nordeuk++ to come in before really working on mine, so I'm wondering if I should try to get a custom plate that remedies that or not?

I also used GMK screw-in, and stability is not noticed until you try really hard to notice it: press and hold and wiggle enter left and right.

[ZG2047]

What's the latest here because all I know is that it's impossible to fulfill the remaining orders because the factory doesn't agree that there is an issue.

[Rayndalf]

So the SKB boardwalk plate is cut for plate mount stabs (and the PCB supports PCB mount), so I could build it either way?

I'd be using panda stotles or something else good an obnoxious, so if anything the rattle might compliment the hollow resonance well

[radam]

Hey, just wondering how things were going.

[PlastikSchnittstelle]

Hey, just wondering how things were going.

there will be an update next week!

[radam]

Yay!

[qwertypoiu]

My take on the Skb60 HHKB:



GMK Eclipse Caps
Fei Matcha switches, lubed with Tribosys 3204
Cherry screw in stabs
Custom HHKB Steal Plate provided by PlastikSchnittstelle
Neoprene foam for dampening
Added around 600g tire balancing weights
Set to 10 degree typing angle

... currently my daily driver and favorite board. Makes some solid tock, except for the spacebar that still has some upstroke ping that I can't get rid off
 

[PlastikSchnittstelle]

UPDATE, SKB-GB feedback form

I've sent out an email to the 95% who already have their SKB. It contains a link to a google form with which I hope to collect some feedback regarding the GroupBuy and the SKB case. Please check your spam if it's not in your inbox. The remaining 5% are frequently updated via email regarding the replacments and possible solutions. More updates coming...

[Rayndalf]

I bought mine second hand but I'd be happy to fill out a feedback form.

[PlastikSchnittstelle]

I bought mine second hand but I'd be happy to fill out a feedback form.

pm me

[Joebot_9000]

Hi everyone, I have a "standard" SKB60 top but I'm dying to switch it with an HHKB or WKL one. Anyone here up for a trade, or could I straight-up buy it if there's an extra?

Many thanks!

[ihalatch]

MD socketed and lubed Holy Pandas, lubed screw-in stabs, 7bot Round 6 caps.

[menuhin]

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Holy, this is gorgeous!

[wing1098]

wait
it's awesome

[suspiciouscow]

if anyone has a YAS case they would like to sell, i would be interested 

[Vireca]

I have one SKB65 with ta-65 PCB from Maarten that I would like to sell. It's not build. Retail price. I'm in EU. PM if anyone is interested

[oxchamballs]

Just got my case back from the cerakote applicator, absolutely in love with it.

Specs:

- SKB60 (Cerakoted to H-199 Desert Sand)
- XW60 Alps PCB with buzzer and solenoid enabled
- Alps SKCC Greens and spherical doubleshots from a NIB Chinese Pingmaster







Thanks a lot to OP for providing the plate files so I could get this made, it's one of the boards I was most looking forward to build this year.

[RETURNISO]

Just got my case back from the cerakote applicator, absolutely in love with it.

Specs:

- SKB60 (Cerakoted to H-199 Desert Sand)
- XW60 Alps PCB with buzzer and solenoid enabled
- Alps SKCC Greens and spherical doubleshots from a NIB Chinese Pingmaster

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Thanks a lot to OP for providing the plate files so I could get this made, it's one of the boards I was most looking forward to build this year. :)

[dustinhxc]

Mine is up and running as well
Intentionally didn’t add homing keys and no stepped caps to make it look cleaner. Build with black bottom,  milky top gateron yellows. EPBT black blank caps.

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This looks fantastic! I love my black case.  :thumb:

[Saga]

Well, that took a long time to get fully assembled!

[Delirious]

Finally got around to build it since nobody wanted to buy the board from me. I have a bunch of 8u spacebars lying around, so I did some surgery with the stems to fit 7u but it was a bit slanted. Eventually I just drew a new plate with plate-mount for the spacebar stab.





72g vintage clears
stainless steel plate
8u spacebar

[d00deitsnik]

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What is the lego-looking board underneath? It looks super cool.

[killchain]

Is another round planned? I'm interested in the 75.

[PlastikSchnittstelle]

Is another round planned? I'm interested in the 75.

No, I don't plan to make another round of this - EVER! Aluminum combined with sheet metal bending turned out to be quite difficult. Adding the bead blasting and anodizing made the whole GB an almost never ending nightmare for me.
However I learned a lot from it and have an IC running for a similar design. Different material (steel), different surface treatment, slightly different construction and fully isolated plate mounting.
The name "SKB2" was probably not a wise choice since many just assume it is a round 2 of SKB and therefore don't even bother to read the start post. I'll probably rename it when GB phase starts.
I had a vote there regarding different 75% layouts. If you have questions regarding a possible 75%, please post it there.

[Delirious]

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What is the lego-looking board underneath? It looks super cool.

Just a regular 75% pcb from winkeyless.kr with a custom plate. The plate has 4 extruding tab so that I could clamp lego into place.

[PlastikSchnittstelle]

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What is the lego-looking board underneath? It looks super cool.

Just a regular 75% pcb from winkeyless.kr with a custom plate. The plate has 4 extruding tab so that I could clamp lego into place.

impossible for me not to like a lego build of anything - VERY NICE!

[PlastikSchnittstelle]

SKB plate isolation mounting option

I had mentioned earlier here in the thread (also even earlier back in the IC) that there is the possibility to mount the SKBs' plate isolated. This will not work well with O-rings but perfectly with "anti-vibration standoffs". They are commonly used for mounting flight controller boards in drones and rc planes.
If the board is too loud for you then you should definitely try this. It does have a big impact on the sound and typing feel. You'll also need shorter M3x5mm screws for this, which are not included.
Here are links to the "anti-vibration standoffs":
- Amazon US
- Amazon GER

I made a little illustration, hope it helps: