Author Topic: [IC] Delta | A 65% Keyboard (Read 55198 times)

Quadrum · « **on:** Sat, 03 July 2021, 22:59:50 »

Delta
A modern, industrial 65% keyboard.

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Delta Groupbuy is NOVEMBER 12

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Specs

Typing Angle: 7°
Weight With Aluminum Weight: 2.6kg built
With Brass Weight: 3.9kg (estimated)
Mounting Style: Gasket Mount
Front Height: 22.5mm
MX and Alps Compatible
QMK & VIA Compatible PCB
Solder & Hotswap Versions Available

Additional Info
Price: TBD
Vendors: iLumkb, proto[Typist], and Vala Supply

Options
Case colors are going to be chosen based on demand, so if you have a preference, make sure to fill out the IC form!

Plate Options: Brass, Aluminum, FR4

Layout

Mounting System
The use of a gasket mount is intended for sound isolation. Flex is determined by your plate choice.

Assembly
Delta utilizes a four piece design, with no externally visible screws and a polycarbonate internal mounting bracket used for its sound signature.
The dial uses an EC11 rotary encoder and a custom press-fit knob, no screws required.

Sound Test
Gateron Black Inks, Brass Plate, MT3 BOW

Special Thanks
It's been a long 10 months to get to where I am, and I want to give a big thanks to;
PseudoAlpaca and lfgberg for helping make this project possible.
Glarses and Alessio for the great advice in the early stages of this project.

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Quadrum · « **Reply #1 on:** Sat, 03 July 2021, 23:01:32 »

Reserved

yuutsu · « **Reply #2 on:** Sat, 03 July 2021, 23:02:05 »

poggies

eg0t1st1k4l · « **Reply #3 on:** Sat, 03 July 2021, 23:02:23 »

reserved

hali · « **Reply #4 on:** Sat, 03 July 2021, 23:02:28 »

🔺🔻🔺🔻🔺🔻🔺🔻🔺🔻🔺

Lysol_ · « **Reply #5 on:** Sat, 03 July 2021, 23:03:22 »

yay quadrum keyboard

kumori · « **Reply #6 on:** Sat, 03 July 2021, 23:03:31 »

great work quadrum! love the aesthetics

Dazon · « **Reply #7 on:** Sat, 03 July 2021, 23:04:54 »

congrats on reaching ic, may all the tringles be in your favor

Helminth · « **Reply #8 on:** Sat, 03 July 2021, 23:08:21 »

Wonderful design language.

Keep it up proud of you

Reindeer · « **Reply #9 on:** Sat, 03 July 2021, 23:10:41 »

Looks great and sounds the same! GL with IC

Ram · « **Reply #10 on:** Sat, 03 July 2021, 23:12:11 »

100% 100000% 1000000000% Forklift Certified

gib free board

Tika · « **Reply #11 on:** Sat, 03 July 2021, 23:13:17 »

BlindAssassin111 · « **Reply #12 on:** Sat, 03 July 2021, 23:16:18 »

Hmm I feel I have seen this before

Looks good and hope you get the support you need!

Cylent · « **Reply #13 on:** Sat, 03 July 2021, 23:16:47 »

shut up and take my money!

derpturtle · « **Reply #14 on:** Sat, 03 July 2021, 23:20:32 »

Its lit

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macclack · « **Reply #15 on:** Sat, 03 July 2021, 23:21:07 »

halocantkb · « **Reply #16 on:** Sat, 03 July 2021, 23:22:07 »

ayyyy happy to see ya finally releasing your sexy ass board

🔺🔺🔺

macclack · « **Reply #17 on:** Sat, 03 July 2021, 23:24:01 »

Amazing detail on all the chamfers on the little delta cutouts

iinko_mk · « **Reply #18 on:** Sat, 03 July 2021, 23:50:46 »

triangle gud

pararch · « **Reply #19 on:** Sun, 04 July 2021, 01:05:42 »

very pog, much want.

Shiba1337 · « **Reply #20 on:** Sun, 04 July 2021, 01:06:47 »

POG POG POG POG POG

santela · « **Reply #21 on:** Sun, 04 July 2021, 01:13:11 »

Big fan of how the knob blends into the rounded corner, but the front-height might be an issue for me. Would be perfect if it was under 20mm.

olsen34 · « **Reply #22 on:** Sun, 04 July 2021, 01:43:09 »

It would be an unforgivable sin if teal ends up not being one of the color options in the GB.

Also would it be possible to have accent colored (teal or coral) top and black / white bottom?

DCX · « **Reply #23 on:** Sun, 04 July 2021, 01:50:38 »

It's...

Perfect. 🥺💜

Leo66 · « **Reply #24 on:** Sun, 04 July 2021, 02:30:22 »

Reserved

Ireris · « **Reply #25 on:** Sun, 04 July 2021, 04:07:57 »

🔺🔻🔺🔻🔺🔻🔺

FriendlyMushroom · « **Reply #26 on:** Sun, 04 July 2021, 04:20:55 »

Please make a frosted acrylic version. That would be awesome

bakerozee · « **Reply #27 on:** Sun, 04 July 2021, 04:53:01 »

This is tidy

Pyroo · « **Reply #28 on:** Sun, 04 July 2021, 05:48:20 »

Looks sick man, good work

spikedsynapse · « **Reply #29 on:** Sun, 04 July 2021, 06:19:24 »

This is such a cool looking board. If the stars align I will indeed be grabbing one!
Where you are going you don't need luck... so Congrats on IC!

sup3r170va · « **Reply #30 on:** Sun, 04 July 2021, 07:07:53 »

I was really excited about the IC until I saw that the front height is 22.5mm. That’s a dealbreaker for me. I don’t think I can type on anything more than 20mm. Is there a reason why the front height is so high?

stellaidoscope · « **Reply #31 on:** Sun, 04 July 2021, 07:41:31 »

Triangle time, triangle time!

Keeblet_257 · « **Reply #32 on:** Sun, 04 July 2021, 08:00:21 »

I think the knob is kinda big. It looks oversized to me and the side is a bit too thick if you ask me, but overall like the layout and the design is interresting. Looking forward to upcoming updates and would like to see some sound test with this more uniwue bottom design of the board and how it affects the board compared to "normal" cases.

Quadrum · « **Reply #33 on:** Sun, 04 July 2021, 08:54:18 »

Quote from: sup3r170va on Sun, 04 July 2021, 07:07:53

I was really excited about the IC until I saw that the front height is 22.5mm. That’s a dealbreaker for me. I don’t think I can type on anything more than 20mm. Is there a reason why the front height is so high?

Quote from: santela on Sun, 04 July 2021, 01:13:11

Big fan of how the knob blends into the rounded corner, but the front-height might be an issue for me. Would be perfect if it was under 20mm.

As to the front height, it is not easy to get the front height under 20mm, as to keep the triangular cutouts on the back large enough while also keeping the top and bottom segments vertically symmetrical, a slightly higher height is needed. The large chamfer on the front should help somewhat, and I am also looking into getting a matching delta wrist rest made.

Neely_12 · « **Reply #34 on:** Sun, 04 July 2021, 09:45:27 »

Not too much of a fan of the back "grill" tbh, but this looks really nice. How many colors will be avail, and do you plan on making artisan knobs to go with it?

HungHingDaiLo · « **Reply #35 on:** Sun, 04 July 2021, 10:14:31 »

Interested, Mr. Metalworker!

TyPo.mk · « **Reply #36 on:** Sun, 04 July 2021, 12:26:41 »

I am interested

sup3r170va · « **Reply #37 on:** Sun, 04 July 2021, 12:34:34 »

Quote from: Quadrum on Sun, 04 July 2021, 08:54:18

Quote from: sup3r170va on Sun, 04 July 2021, 07:07:53
I was really excited about the IC until I saw that the front height is 22.5mm. That’s a dealbreaker for me. I don’t think I can type on anything more than 20mm. Is there a reason why the front height is so high?

Quote from: santela on Sun, 04 July 2021, 01:13:11
Big fan of how the knob blends into the rounded corner, but the front-height might be an issue for me. Would be perfect if it was under 20mm.

As to the front height, it is not easy to get the front height under 20mm, as to keep the triangular cutouts on the back large enough while also keeping the top and bottom segments vertically symmetrical, a slightly higher height is needed. The large chamfer on the front should help somewhat, and I am also looking into getting a matching delta wrist rest made.

Can I check how you measure front height?

Another thing i wish it can be changed is usb cut out. I strongly prefer a centred USB port.

Quadrum · « **Reply #38 on:** Sun, 04 July 2021, 12:48:16 »

Quote from: sup3r170va on Sun, 04 July 2021, 12:34:34

Quote from: Quadrum on Sun, 04 July 2021, 08:54:18
Quote from: sup3r170va on Sun, 04 July 2021, 07:07:53
I was really excited about the IC until I saw that the front height is 22.5mm. That’s a dealbreaker for me. I don’t think I can type on anything more than 20mm. Is there a reason why the front height is so high?

Quote from: santela on Sun, 04 July 2021, 01:13:11
Big fan of how the knob blends into the rounded corner, but the front-height might be an issue for me. Would be perfect if it was under 20mm.

As to the front height, it is not easy to get the front height under 20mm, as to keep the triangular cutouts on the back large enough while also keeping the top and bottom segments vertically symmetrical, a slightly higher height is needed. The large chamfer on the front should help somewhat, and I am also looking into getting a matching delta wrist rest made.

Can I check how you measure front height?

Another thing i wish it can be changed is usb cut out. I strongly prefer a centred USB port.

hzsh · « **Reply #39 on:** Sun, 04 July 2021, 14:25:36 »

Reall clean, top right knob is absolutely awesome. Good luck overall, super unique piece of work you've got here.

ThickJimmy · « **Reply #40 on:** Sun, 04 July 2021, 14:46:16 »

This is absolutely stunning. So glad to see this board finally in IC!

DasGnome · « **Reply #41 on:** Sun, 04 July 2021, 14:51:18 »

Dang, do I actually want a knobbed keeb finally?

JQ27 · « **Reply #42 on:** Sun, 04 July 2021, 15:19:59 »

Makes the knob look huge.

puggo69 · « **Reply #43 on:** Sun, 04 July 2021, 15:22:37 »

im selling my kidney for this, thank u quadrum, amazing board

Foster · « **Reply #44 on:** Sun, 04 July 2021, 15:26:31 »

quadrum omg this is so good. unironically one of the best looking boards ive seen, i like the underside contrast

EnlargedCrouton · « **Reply #45 on:** Sun, 04 July 2021, 18:40:19 »

looks reeeaaalllyyyy nice, maybe lower the front height a little tho (and damn how is this thing 10 pounds)

Quadrum · « **Reply #46 on:** Sun, 04 July 2021, 18:48:59 »

Quote from: EnlargedCrouton on Sun, 04 July 2021, 18:40:19

looks reeeaaalllyyyy nice, maybe lower the front height a little tho (and damn how is this thing 10 pounds)

I have rerun my weight calculations, and have updated the estimated weight. I'm not sure why it was so high originally, but it is now estimated at 3.9kg (8.6 lbs).

santela · « **Reply #47 on:** Sun, 04 July 2021, 23:31:14 »

Quote from: Quadrum on Sun, 04 July 2021, 08:54:18

Quote from: sup3r170va on Sun, 04 July 2021, 07:07:53
I was really excited about the IC until I saw that the front height is 22.5mm. That’s a dealbreaker for me. I don’t think I can type on anything more than 20mm. Is there a reason why the front height is so high?

Quote from: santela on Sun, 04 July 2021, 01:13:11
Big fan of how the knob blends into the rounded corner, but the front-height might be an issue for me. Would be perfect if it was under 20mm.

As to the front height, it is not easy to get the front height under 20mm, as to keep the triangular cutouts on the back large enough while also keeping the top and bottom segments vertically symmetrical, a slightly higher height is needed. The large chamfer on the front should help somewhat, and I am also looking into getting a matching delta wrist rest made.

My Jelly Epoch is also 22mm front height so I guess I can live with it since I like the design so much. First interesting 65% layout I've seen in a while.

darthcapn · « **Reply #48 on:** Mon, 05 July 2021, 00:55:25 »

Hot board!!!!

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nguyenhimself · « **Reply #49 on:** Mon, 05 July 2021, 03:06:23 »

Oh yeah, time to bring back the "keeb and sneakers" show-off posts

vaf1en · « **Reply #50 on:** Mon, 05 July 2021, 08:50:01 »

Great to see something out of the norm.
I am interested for sure.

iinko_mk · « **Reply #51 on:** Mon, 05 July 2021, 08:55:51 »

Quote from: Quadrum on Sun, 04 July 2021, 12:48:16

Quote from: sup3r170va on Sun, 04 July 2021, 12:34:34
Quote from: Quadrum on Sun, 04 July 2021, 08:54:18
Quote from: sup3r170va on Sun, 04 July 2021, 07:07:53
I was really excited about the IC until I saw that the front height is 22.5mm. That’s a dealbreaker for me. I don’t think I can type on anything more than 20mm. Is there a reason why the front height is so high?

Quote from: santela on Sun, 04 July 2021, 01:13:11
Big fan of how the knob blends into the rounded corner, but the front-height might be an issue for me. Would be perfect if it was under 20mm.

As to the front height, it is not easy to get the front height under 20mm, as to keep the triangular cutouts on the back large enough while also keeping the top and bottom segments vertically symmetrical, a slightly higher height is needed. The large chamfer on the front should help somewhat, and I am also looking into getting a matching delta wrist rest made.

Can I check how you measure front height?

Another thing i wish it can be changed is usb cut out. I strongly prefer a centred USB port.

Show Image

measuring the correct way ic

Frogs. · « **Reply #52 on:** Mon, 05 July 2021, 14:06:10 »

Sbicy

eljudio42 · « **Reply #53 on:** Mon, 05 July 2021, 20:02:26 »

This looks amazing, the base design is so good. I'd love to see a vibrant colour like a purple or a shade of blue outside of teal. GLWIC i'll be following

jirou · « **Reply #54 on:** Tue, 06 July 2021, 02:50:43 »

full send I'm on board chief

Lfgberg · « **Reply #55 on:** Tue, 06 July 2021, 11:43:08 »

It's been a ride seeing this come along, I'm really happy to see this project coming to fruition

Prestons Thoughts · « **Reply #56 on:** Tue, 06 July 2021, 23:37:57 »

this is HEAT

Rumblethumps · « **Reply #57 on:** Wed, 07 July 2021, 08:55:37 »

I'm in for sure, this looks sick. I love me some big encoders.

I wasn't sure how I felt about the placement of the knob being right on the corner, but it's growing on me. It's unique, for sure!

fakedSkill · « **Reply #58 on:** Wed, 07 July 2021, 12:06:01 »

Beautiful board and the sound is actually really nice! Cant wait what other colors ppl want to see

Do we have an ETA?

Quadrum · « **Reply #59 on:** Wed, 07 July 2021, 19:33:39 »

Quote from: fakedSkill on Wed, 07 July 2021, 12:06:01

Beautiful board and the sound is actually really nice! Cant wait what other colors ppl want to see Do we have an ETA?

No set eta for group buy right now, but I hope to have it by early Q4 at the latest.

bobschi · « **Reply #60 on:** Thu, 08 July 2021, 09:38:43 »

This looks seriously great. I'd like to see a render with a Yellow/Black and Black/Yellow colourway, maybe that would look cool.

VXQN · « **Reply #61 on:** Thu, 08 July 2021, 10:29:31 »

Logo reads as "Aelta" to me, but the board looks great!

Quadrum · « **Reply #62 on:** Fri, 09 July 2021, 00:14:02 »

Quote from: VXQN on Thu, 08 July 2021, 10:29:31

Logo reads as "Aelta" to me, but the board looks great!

The modern letter D was derived from Δ, but I can see how it looks that way

Adelscott · « **Reply #63 on:** Fri, 09 July 2021, 04:23:30 »

Quote from: Quadrum on Fri, 09 July 2021, 00:14:02

Quote from: VXQN on Thu, 08 July 2021, 10:29:31
Logo reads as "Aelta" to me, but the board looks great!

The modern letter D was derived from Δ, but I can see how it looks that way

Don't worry, there is no possible confusion thanks to the "A" at the end

nurakh · « **Reply #64 on:** Fri, 09 July 2021, 13:12:59 »

this looks sick! gonna check this IC everyday.

Quadrum · « **Reply #65 on:** Sat, 10 July 2021, 15:41:24 »

Mini update;
A lot of you asked for a POM plate option for Delta, and so I have gotten POM plates cut by none other than Jae from proto[Typist]! They should be arriving next week, and I'll see if they will be a good match for the board

Laur · « **Reply #66 on:** Mon, 12 July 2021, 10:16:53 »

Quadrum I'm so happy you finally made it to IC, good job my friend. Been a huge fan since day one.

Convergence · « **Reply #67 on:** Tue, 13 July 2021, 05:53:23 »

This board is so sleek. Perhaps outside the realm of the design brief but I'd 100% back a WKL version.

Wasabiz · « **Reply #68 on:** Tue, 13 July 2021, 20:20:05 »

I like the idea of an oversized knob on the side - especially when it's on the edge.

Quadrum · « **Reply #69 on:** Fri, 16 July 2021, 14:31:40 »

Small update: Vala Supply is now a vendor for Delta!

fiji water · « **Reply #70 on:** Fri, 16 July 2021, 14:32:03 »

i like this keybord

MrPuggleton · « **Reply #71 on:** Sat, 17 July 2021, 20:20:33 »

very nice , gasket mount with alps support me like this

Jyll · « **Reply #72 on:** Sat, 17 July 2021, 21:10:05 »

This board absolutely slaps.

hali · « **Reply #73 on:** Tue, 20 July 2021, 14:52:07 »

ne 1.5-1.5-7-1.5-1.5 bottom row avail?

Quote from: fiji water on Fri, 16 July 2021, 14:32:03

i like this keybord

i like your signature

Ozone · « **Reply #74 on:** Sun, 25 July 2021, 16:45:51 »

Looks absolutely fantastic! An interesting and cohesive design.

AshF · « **Reply #75 on:** Sun, 25 July 2021, 17:16:10 »

Love the look out of this board, has a really nice form factor, compact, has a well thought out rotary encoder which adds to the look.
Personally not a fan of the grill, wish there was an option for the back 'grill' section to be acrylic with underglow option...make it look stylish and that would nicely be my end game!
GLWIC

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Bobatype · « **Reply #76 on:** Mon, 26 July 2021, 01:08:44 »

Quote from: AshF on Sun, 25 July 2021, 17:16:10

Love the look out of this board, has a really nice form factor, compact, has a well thought out rotary encoder which adds to the look.
Personally not a fan of the grill, wish there was an option for the back 'grill' section to be acrylic with underglow option...make it look stylish and that would nicely be my end game!
GLWIC

Sent from my ASUS_I003D using Tapatalk

I too love the look... my favourite execution of the encoder thus far. Gives this board such a unique aesthetic.
Although I appreciate the commitment to design language of triangles, and the unique back, I would personally love an alternate option to the grill being also explored (such as the frosted acrylic suggestions). But you don't have to, but it would be cool.
Regardless, great job, I've seen sekrit renders of this for a while. Maybe one day a 75% variant?

Quadrum · « **Reply #77 on:** Tue, 27 July 2021, 18:28:53 »

Quote from: bobasweatandtears on Mon, 26 July 2021, 01:08:44

Quote from: AshF on Sun, 25 July 2021, 17:16:10
Love the look out of this board, has a really nice form factor, compact, has a well thought out rotary encoder which adds to the look.
Personally not a fan of the grill, wish there was an option for the back 'grill' section to be acrylic with underglow option...make it look stylish and that would nicely be my end game!
GLWIC

Sent from my ASUS_I003D using Tapatalk
I too love the look... my favourite execution of the encoder thus far. Gives this board such a unique aesthetic.
Although I appreciate the commitment to design language of triangles, and the unique back, I would personally love an alternate option to the grill being also explored (such as the frosted acrylic suggestions). But you don't have to, but it would be cool.
Regardless, great job, I've seen sekrit renders of this for a while. Maybe one day a 75% variant?

I really appreciate your support!

It's unlikely that an underglow version of Delta will be happening, but as with a 75% Delta, nothing is off the table.

AshF · « **Reply #78 on:** Wed, 28 July 2021, 15:46:52 »

Quote from: Quadrum on Tue, 27 July 2021, 18:28:53

Quote from: bobasweatandtears on Mon, 26 July 2021, 01:08:44
Quote from: AshF on Sun, 25 July 2021, 17:16:10
Love the look out of this board, has a really nice form factor, compact, has a well thought out rotary encoder which adds to the look.
Personally not a fan of the grill, wish there was an option for the back 'grill' section to be acrylic with underglow option...make it look stylish and that would nicely be my end game!
GLWIC

Sent from my ASUS_I003D using Tapatalk
I too love the look... my favourite execution of the encoder thus far. Gives this board such a unique aesthetic.
Although I appreciate the commitment to design language of triangles, and the unique back, I would personally love an alternate option to the grill being also explored (such as the frosted acrylic suggestions). But you don't have to, but it would be cool.
Regardless, great job, I've seen sekrit renders of this for a while. Maybe one day a 75% variant?

I really appreciate your support! It's unlikely that an underglow version of Delta will be happening, but as with a 75% Delta, nothing is off the table.

That's ashame, I much rather the form factor of a 65%. GLWIC > GB

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Quadrum · « **Reply #79 on:** Sat, 31 July 2021, 15:46:07 »

Update:
Another set of prototype units have entered production. These are going to be sent to content creators and I hope you all will enjoy the streams! I also would like to give a big thanks to everyone who has supported Delta so far. I never anticipated the amount of enthusiasm for the project that I've seen, and I really am thankful for that. As for pricing, it is still being figured out, and I appreciate your patience.

qnnoa · « **Reply #80 on:** Sun, 01 August 2021, 04:44:41 »

This is gorgeous. Keep us updated!

shendoo · « **Reply #81 on:** Sun, 01 August 2021, 22:41:20 »

Looove the sound test ! Will be keeping an eye out for this one ! Awesome work

Lazesummerstone · « **Reply #82 on:** Mon, 02 August 2021, 13:53:46 »

Ok ok I really like what you're doing here with this. There are a lot of interesting design choices that put this above the regular "rectangle" and I'm pretty intrigued! I'd like to throw my hat in the ring for a request for GREEN! More green keebs plz!

stellaidoscope · « **Reply #83 on:** Thu, 05 August 2021, 02:35:08 »

Can't wait to see the new protos and for a price update. Figure that would really set the tone for how this will go, GLWIC, ~~GB soon~~

nFaiz · « **Reply #84 on:** Thu, 05 August 2021, 19:46:10 »

looks good! glwic

KimJongBoon · « **Reply #85 on:** Fri, 06 August 2021, 10:31:07 »

Reserved, it has the wow factor for me and I'm instabuying this when it comes out. Would be really disappointed if I didn't get one.

Great work really, looking forward to updates!

Quadrum · « **Reply #86 on:** Thu, 12 August 2021, 00:19:16 »

Update:
The prototypes recently finished CNC and are being anodized and e-coated right now. Unfortunately there are a lot of factors that go into pricing, and it has taken a while, but I should have it soon. I am also getting a more accurate scale to take better weight measurements for the keyboards. Another note is we are looking tentatively at a late Q3 / Early Q4 GB date (subject to change).
(Unfinished Delta Prototypes

)

cjt9000 · « **Reply #87 on:** Thu, 12 August 2021, 19:04:54 »

Super unique looking board, can't wait to see pricing.

Raul-7 · « **Reply #88 on:** Thu, 12 August 2021, 21:47:10 »

Final design? Can you add acrylic windows for lighting?

brazen · « **Reply #89 on:** Fri, 13 August 2021, 06:14:09 »

Looks amazing.

misotsu · « **Reply #90 on:** Mon, 16 August 2021, 07:47:00 »

Consider me very interested.

gleneston · « **Reply #91 on:** Mon, 16 August 2021, 08:37:22 »

Quote from: Neely_12 on Sun, 04 July 2021, 09:45:27

Not too much of a fan of the back "grill" tbh, but this looks really nice. How many colors will be avail, and do you plan on making artisan knobs to go with it?

The front grill is interrupted by the usb cutout. If the triangles were made larger so everything was uniform to accommodate the usb cutout it would look much more pleasing to the eye imo.

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yuutsu · « **Reply #92 on:** Tue, 17 August 2021, 01:54:43 »

Quote from: iinko_mk on Mon, 05 July 2021, 08:55:51

Quote from: Quadrum on Sun, 04 July 2021, 12:48:16
Quote from: sup3r170va on Sun, 04 July 2021, 12:34:34
Quote from: Quadrum on Sun, 04 July 2021, 08:54:18
Quote from: sup3r170va on Sun, 04 July 2021, 07:07:53
I was really excited about the IC until I saw that the front height is 22.5mm. That’s a dealbreaker for me. I don’t think I can type on anything more than 20mm. Is there a reason why the front height is so high?

Quote from: santela on Sun, 04 July 2021, 01:13:11
Big fan of how the knob blends into the rounded corner, but the front-height might be an issue for me. Would be perfect if it was under 20mm.

As to the front height, it is not easy to get the front height under 20mm, as to keep the triangular cutouts on the back large enough while also keeping the top and bottom segments vertically symmetrical, a slightly higher height is needed. The large chamfer on the front should help somewhat, and I am also looking into getting a matching delta wrist rest made.

Can I check how you measure front height?

Another thing i wish it can be changed is usb cut out. I strongly prefer a centred USB port.

Show Image

measuring the correct way ic

This still isn't the correct way tbh, the most correct way to measure is the effective front height to front most top corner of the stem as seen here:

LASERman Projects · « **Reply #93 on:** Thu, 19 August 2021, 05:26:57 »

I am also concerned about the height of the board but IMHO this is the consequence of the main design idea of big bulky industrial board in line with thick bezels and thick nav block spacing.
Of course the internal mounting bracket is the main reason for thickness but if you check Polygon 65 you should agree with me that general layout ratio must be carried across all dimensions. (Unless you are intentionally going for oddity the linked design proposes).

proskit · « **Reply #94 on:** Thu, 19 August 2021, 07:15:07 »

i like it

Quadrum · « **Reply #95 on:** Wed, 25 August 2021, 18:18:31 »

Quote from: LASERman Projects on Thu, 19 August 2021, 05:26:57

I am also concerned about the height of the board but IMHO this is the consequence of the main design idea of big bulky industrial board in line with thick bezels and thick nav block spacing.
Of course the internal mounting bracket is the main reason for thickness but if you check Polygon 65 you should agree with me that general layout ratio must be carried across all dimensions. (Unless you are intentionally going for oddity the linked design proposes).

So yes this board is taller than average, and this was mostly a result of wanting enough height for the triangles at the back while keeping the back as close to symmetrical as possible. Personally, I do like boards with a slightly taller height, so that was part of the choice as well.

Achromous · « **Reply #96 on:** Wed, 01 September 2021, 20:51:54 »

Team triangle, love the board, think more people should utilise the recessed rotary encoder looks clean!

Quadrum · « **Reply #97 on:** Sat, 11 September 2021, 23:27:49 »

Update:

Prototypes have arrived, still waiting on v2 pcbs to arrive (currently being assembled)
The brass weight version should weigh ~4.1kg fully built, but I still have to assemble to confirm this.
Can't wait to share some photos in the coming days

menuhin · « **Reply #98 on:** Sun, 12 September 2021, 11:40:33 »

Hope I can afford it
Looking forward

sendpie · « **Reply #99 on:** Mon, 13 September 2021, 12:42:59 »

as soon as i saw alps support ! hoping i'd be able to get it

key_nes · « **Reply #100 on:** Tue, 14 September 2021, 20:51:03 »

The polycarb version looks amazing!

Sh1zaru · « **Reply #101 on:** Wed, 15 September 2021, 11:35:03 »

protos look insane.

SuperSonixx · « **Reply #102 on:** Sat, 18 September 2021, 23:04:44 »

Can't wait to see this become a reality!

scrps · « **Reply #103 on:** Sun, 19 September 2021, 01:37:05 »

tringle

Quadrum · « **Reply #104 on:** Thu, 07 October 2021, 11:08:31 »

Quote from: sendpie on Mon, 13 September 2021, 12:42:59

as soon as i saw alps support ! hoping i'd be able to get it

I realized I had not been so clear about how alps are supported. All pcbs will support both MX and Alps, Alps plates will be available in aluminum only, but all plate files will be made available after gb.

akingcool · « **Reply #105 on:** Fri, 08 October 2021, 21:46:12 »

The fake grill on the back looks like a dirt trap but the rest of the keyboard design is pretty dope

Ozone · « **Reply #106 on:** Mon, 01 November 2021, 19:07:31 »

Can't wait to get one of these. I love the black on teal! Hope it doesn't sell out too quickly tho.

Quadrum · « **Reply #107 on:** Fri, 12 November 2021, 13:29:19 »

Delta GB is LIVE

https://vala.supply/collections/current-groupbuys/products/delta-65-keyboard
https://prototypist.net/collections/live-group-buys/products/group-buy-delta-keyboard-kit

santela · « **Reply #108 on:** Sat, 13 November 2021, 03:11:54 »

Seems like the hotswap option got axed?

Findecanor · « **Reply #109 on:** Mon, 29 November 2021, 12:40:51 »

Reminds me of Sun UltraSparc ...


~~IBM M13 black~~	NeXT non-ADB keyboard (AAE)	HHKB Pro 2 HasuBT

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