Author Topic: [IC] Aluminum Switch Opener: "The Nutcracker"(GB is LIVE, Link in GB OP) (Read 26460 times)

ctrl · « **Reply #100 on:** Mon, 19 November 2018, 04:46:16 »

Quote from: ilouis_07 on Sun, 18 November 2018, 05:07:38

Quote from: sythie on Sun, 18 November 2018, 03:16:53
Does one of these support the opening of Outemu switches?
Looks like the Kailh cracker might work.
I think kailh cracker may work.

Could you test it with Outemu switches and let us know? Would be a total instabuy if it'd also cover those switches!

Quote from: ilouis_07 on Mon, 19 November 2018, 02:48:49

Quote from: stryker09 on Mon, 19 November 2018, 02:42:25
Would be awesome if the MX and Box openers can be "screwed" on and off the top, just a thought.
But either way, awesome job! Can't wait for the GB, this is a godsend
Hi it is a good idea and i also planned to do, but cost is much more then 2x individual crackers. So i stick with current one so far, thanks for your advice:D

You get this to cover MX, Kailh, Gateron and Outemu and I'd throw a sack of gold on you to include threading! It'd be a switch modding endgame tool!

ilouis_07 · « **Reply #101 on:** Mon, 19 November 2018, 04:49:45 »

Quote from: ctrl on Mon, 19 November 2018, 04:46:16

Quote from: ilouis_07 on Sun, 18 November 2018, 05:07:38
Quote from: sythie on Sun, 18 November 2018, 03:16:53
Does one of these support the opening of Outemu switches?
Looks like the Kailh cracker might work.
I think kailh cracker may work.

Could you test it with Outemu switches and let us know? Would be a total instabuy if it'd also cover those switches!

Quote from: ilouis_07 on Mon, 19 November 2018, 02:48:49
Quote from: stryker09 on Mon, 19 November 2018, 02:42:25
Would be awesome if the MX and Box openers can be "screwed" on and off the top, just a thought.
But either way, awesome job! Can't wait for the GB, this is a godsend
Hi it is a good idea and i also planned to do, but cost is much more then 2x individual crackers. So i stick with current one so far, thanks for your advice:D

You get this to cover MX, Kailh, Gateron and Outemu and I'd throw a sack of gold on you to include threading! It'd be a switch modding endgame tool!

Ok my partner on hands doesn’t have. I will buy some online and ship to him now. Wait for updates:)

82d28a · « **Reply #102 on:** Mon, 19 November 2018, 07:26:51 »

Not clear from pics and thread. Can you make one that opens both Kailhs and Cherry by rotating the switch by 90 degrees? This instead of 2 separate jigs.

Gobluebro · « **Reply #103 on:** Mon, 19 November 2018, 08:30:21 »

Saw this IC on your instagram. Just confirming my interest on the thread.

ilouis_07 · « **Reply #104 on:** Mon, 19 November 2018, 08:38:20 »

Quote from: 82d28a on Mon, 19 November 2018, 07:26:51

Not clear from pics and thread. Can you make one that opens both Kailhs and Cherry by rotating the switch by 90 degrees? This instead of 2 separate jigs.

there are 2 type of crackers. Not one cracker can open both mx and kailh.

82d28a · « **Reply #105 on:** Mon, 19 November 2018, 08:43:51 »

Quote from: ilouis_07 on Mon, 19 November 2018, 08:38:20

Quote from: 82d28a on Mon, 19 November 2018, 07:26:51
Not clear from pics and thread. Can you make one that opens both Kailhs and Cherry by rotating the switch by 90 degrees? This instead of 2 separate jigs.
there are 2 type of crackers. Not one cracker can open both mx and kailh.

But can you make one that opens both? Seems like it almost could.

ilouis_07 · « **Reply #106 on:** Mon, 19 November 2018, 08:59:57 »

Quote from: 82d28a on Mon, 19 November 2018, 08:43:51

Quote from: ilouis_07 on Mon, 19 November 2018, 08:38:20
Quote from: 82d28a on Mon, 19 November 2018, 07:26:51
Not clear from pics and thread. Can you make one that opens both Kailhs and Cherry by rotating the switch by 90 degrees? This instead of 2 separate jigs.
there are 2 type of crackers. Not one cracker can open both mx and kailh.

But can you make one that opens both? Seems like it almost could.

I'd love to make a two in one nut cracker, but unfortunately it is not possible. This is because MX switches have 2 pins on both sides, and Kailh has 1 on each side. Both MX and Box have very different clasps. And to do one with both together is not possible because the front and back of the tops will be damaged.

82d28a · « **Reply #107 on:** Mon, 19 November 2018, 09:47:07 »

Ok. I am still in it for both. Thanks for the innovation.

oldcat · « **Reply #108 on:** Mon, 19 November 2018, 12:41:46 »

All in

riotonthebay · « **Reply #109 on:** Mon, 19 November 2018, 13:04:38 »

I'd definitely buy one. Looks neat.

Korseir · « **Reply #110 on:** Mon, 19 November 2018, 14:48:16 »

Definitely interested

mike-y · « **Reply #111 on:** Mon, 19 November 2018, 22:31:00 »

Also In.

AIRPOTTER · « **Reply #112 on:** Mon, 19 November 2018, 23:43:43 »

What an interesting tool!

ian13 · « **Reply #113 on:** Tue, 20 November 2018, 00:54:47 »

Will definitely buy this!

neralo · « **Reply #114 on:** Tue, 20 November 2018, 01:52:10 »

Support Local! Seriously though, I would totally get one. Opened 300 switches last night with a pair of tweezers, my fingers still hurting.

enrique.aliaga · « **Reply #115 on:** Tue, 20 November 2018, 02:04:45 »

Totally in for two!

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PikaJoyce · « **Reply #116 on:** Tue, 20 November 2018, 02:41:09 »

It would be interesting to see this! I feel like you could combine the kailh and max switch opener all in one. One type of opener for each side and that way you'd have two caps on each end to cover the other side when not in use, if that makes any sense! Either way, I'd be totally down for one.

_ODIN_ · « **Reply #117 on:** Tue, 20 November 2018, 06:34:10 »

Quote from: PikaJoyce on Tue, 20 November 2018, 02:41:09

It would be interesting to see this! I feel like you could combine the kailh and max switch opener all in one. One type of opener for each side and that way you'd have two caps on each end to cover the other side when not in use, if that makes any sense! Either way, I'd be totally down for one.

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catamscott · « **Reply #118 on:** Tue, 20 November 2018, 14:54:53 »

i have a switchcracker, but would hop on this in a heartbeat. the switchcracker does great on box-style switches but i still have to pry the tops off the cherry-style switches, and i just prefer the look of this over 3d printed plastic. i like the removable top on this too, seems like a nice place to put the top housing/spring/stem while lubing each switch. very excited for this!

oh_chesteroni · « **Reply #119 on:** Tue, 20 November 2018, 16:34:17 »

Quote from: PikaJoyce on Tue, 20 November 2018, 02:41:09

It would be interesting to see this! I feel like you could combine the kailh and max switch opener all in one. One type of opener for each side and that way you'd have two caps on each end to cover the other side when not in use, if that makes any sense! Either way, I'd be totally down for one.

This!
Seriously, please consider this.

Acereconkeys · « **Reply #120 on:** Tue, 20 November 2018, 17:09:16 »

Quote from: oh_chesteroni on Tue, 20 November 2018, 16:34:17

Quote from: PikaJoyce on Tue, 20 November 2018, 02:41:09
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This!
Seriously, please consider this.

+1 for this. I'd love to at least hear how expensive doing something like would be. I would pay extra for it.

ihalatch · « **Reply #121 on:** Tue, 20 November 2018, 19:02:19 »

Yes, I'll buy one.

dPaK · « **Reply #122 on:** Tue, 20 November 2018, 20:58:04 »

Another for me! Looks cool

ReverbSlush · « **Reply #123 on:** Tue, 20 November 2018, 21:01:55 »

I'd be down for one.... following this thread now.

airlangga07 · « **Reply #124 on:** Wed, 21 November 2018, 00:42:23 »

definitely join la

ctrl · « **Reply #125 on:** Wed, 21 November 2018, 01:12:23 »

Quote from: ilouis_07 on Mon, 19 November 2018, 08:38:20

Ok my partner on hands doesn’t have. I will buy some online and ship to him now. Wait for updates:)

Awesome! Looking forward to the test results.

Just to underscore, I'm in for both crackers, but if a two-in-one solution is at all doable, I'd be ok with the higher price.

I've often thought that considering the interest in building customs and switch modding, it's really strange there aren't more custom tools available. The tools that are available are either out of stock or 3D printed stuff. I think you're doing really important work to expand the keyboard builder's toolbox here. Thank you!

ilouis_07 · « **Reply #126 on:** Wed, 21 November 2018, 07:05:16 »

Quote from: PikaJoyce on Tue, 20 November 2018, 02:41:09

It would be interesting to see this! I feel like you could combine the kailh and max switch opener all in one. One type of opener for each side and that way you'd have two caps on each end to cover the other side when not in use, if that makes any sense! Either way, I'd be totally down for one.

Good idea! i will consider it for the next version:) Thanks

Rob27shred · « **Reply #127 on:** Wed, 21 November 2018, 07:16:12 »

Awesome design & name, LOL! Also I'm very glad to see this being made with metal, I have felt the same way about the 3D printed ones. I just have doubts that they'll stand the test of time, while there is no question with these guys. Awhile ago I was on the fence about switch openers like these as I could do just fine with the tongs from MK.com for MX style & a razor blade for Kaihl style. Although after getting my batches of Halos & opening 240 of them with a razor blade I am ready to grab something like this. Definitely will be in for at least one!

Kerasan · « **Reply #128 on:** Wed, 21 November 2018, 07:25:17 »

Quote from: ilouis_07 on Wed, 21 November 2018, 07:05:16

Quote from: PikaJoyce on Tue, 20 November 2018, 02:41:09
It would be interesting to see this! I feel like you could combine the kailh and max switch opener all in one. One type of opener for each side and that way you'd have two caps on each end to cover the other side when not in use, if that makes any sense! Either way, I'd be totally down for one.
Good idea! i will consider it for the next version:) Thanks

oh yessa.... you created the panic with this "trinket"

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SolidCactus · « **Reply #129 on:** Wed, 21 November 2018, 14:24:09 »

I’m in for one!

dario · « **Reply #130 on:** Wed, 21 November 2018, 15:37:39 »

Will this be able to open Holy Jesus switches?

This is all I pray for.

mkarlsson · « **Reply #131 on:** Wed, 21 November 2018, 16:43:34 »

Quote from: dario on Wed, 21 November 2018, 15:37:39

Will this be able to open Holy Jesus switches?

This is all I pray for.

ilouis_07 · « **Reply #132 on:** Wed, 21 November 2018, 20:37:09 »

Kailh cracker Version 2 is prototyping now.

hhkbp2 · « **Reply #133 on:** Wed, 21 November 2018, 22:52:13 »

Interested. I wish it has a base attached to table or something so I could use it with one hand.

Jae-3soteric · « **Reply #134 on:** Fri, 23 November 2018, 08:02:09 »

will def get one of these

Jkshowman · « **Reply #135 on:** Fri, 23 November 2018, 10:13:56 »

oh ya, count me in

Eldr1tch · « **Reply #136 on:** Fri, 23 November 2018, 11:30:57 »

Definitely interested.

oldcat · « **Reply #137 on:** Fri, 23 November 2018, 15:29:53 »

when will GB start?

online · « **Reply #138 on:** Sat, 24 November 2018, 07:35:59 »

I'm in

Gati · « **Reply #139 on:** Sat, 24 November 2018, 09:38:25 »

Any idea yet on the lead time on something like this?

masterzen · « **Reply #140 on:** Sat, 24 November 2018, 10:41:52 »

I also have a switchcracker (which works reasonably well after a break-in period), but I'd prefer the metal finish

Count me in.

ilouis_07 · « **Reply #141 on:** Sat, 24 November 2018, 10:54:12 »

Quote from: oldcat on Fri, 23 November 2018, 15:29:53

when will GB start?

Next Monday!

dmxtrix · « **Reply #142 on:** Sat, 24 November 2018, 22:11:37 »

I'm in

Sdhebert · « **Reply #143 on:** Sun, 25 November 2018, 08:01:59 »

I'm in. Nice work.

Kirkladc · « **Reply #144 on:** Sun, 25 November 2018, 16:33:37 »

I'm in for the mx nut.

William_S_Jones · « **Reply #145 on:** Sun, 25 November 2018, 18:50:04 »

I’m interested in both switch opener models.

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ilouis_07 · « **Reply #146 on:** Sun, 25 November 2018, 19:05:55 »

GB will be today! And also production is in progress, to shorten the group buy period.

William_S_Jones · « **Reply #147 on:** Sun, 25 November 2018, 19:09:41 »

Quote from: ilouis_07 on Sun, 25 November 2018, 19:05:55

GB will be today! And also production is in progress, to shorten the group buy period.
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How long will your GB be?

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TheMastermind · « **Reply #148 on:** Sun, 25 November 2018, 19:09:55 »

Is this able to open both box switches and mx with one tool?

ilouis_07 · « **Reply #149 on:** Sun, 25 November 2018, 19:14:51 »

Quote from: William_S_Jones on Sun, 25 November 2018, 19:09:41

Quote from: ilouis_07 on Sun, 25 November 2018, 19:05:55
GB will be today! And also production is in progress, to shorten the group buy period.
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How long will your GB be?

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Will be one week, From Monday 26th Nov to 2th Dec. Total 300 pcs cherry style and 100 pcs kailh style(box switch compatible). First come first serve.

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Author Topic: [IC] Aluminum Switch Opener: "The Nutcracker"(GB is LIVE, Link in GB OP) (Read 26460 times)