[IC] Titan65 // Manufacturing

[Dubsadan]

Not the biggest fan of the thicc bezels but certainly interested for the prospect of getting a board with no shipping charge as a local. That would be different!

Also +1 for non-hotswap option.

[Paboyaw]

Based in GTA would like to get in on this one

[TiamDesigns]

Not the biggest fan of the thicc bezels but certainly interested for the prospect of getting a board with no shipping charge as a local. That would be different!

Also +1 for non-hotswap option.

We won't have a non-hotswap version this time around. Wilbas WT65-A will fit the case and layout though. You won't be able to screw it into the plate though, and it would just be held in by switches.

[The.Ryan.Gamer]

Not the biggest fan of the thicc bezels but certainly interested for the prospect of getting a board with no shipping charge as a local. That would be different!

Also +1 for non-hotswap option.

We won't have a non-hotswap version this time around. Wilbas WT65-A will fit the case and layout though. You won't be able to screw it into the plate though, and it would just be held in by switches.

Question tho, usually there are different layout options for soldered version right? Since this is hot-swap version only, is it possible to have a stepped caps lock on this one? Still new don't know a lot of stuff.

[Billizard]

Interested! My wallet is ready to show some support from Toronto!

[TiamDesigns]

Not the biggest fan of the thicc bezels but certainly interested for the prospect of getting a board with no shipping charge as a local. That would be different!

Also +1 for non-hotswap option.

We won't have a non-hotswap version this time around. Wilbas WT65-A will fit the case and layout though. You won't be able to screw it into the plate though, and it would just be held in by switches.

Question tho, usually there are different layout options for soldered version right? Since this is hot-swap version only, is it possible to have a stepped caps lock on this one? Still new don't know a lot of stuff.

You wouldn't be able to do different layouts. Our plate will only support one layout as it's meant for hot swaps. It's difficult to support multiple layouts with the hotswap sockets.

[The.Ryan.Gamer]

Not the biggest fan of the thicc bezels but certainly interested for the prospect of getting a board with no shipping charge as a local. That would be different!

Also +1 for non-hotswap option.

We won't have a non-hotswap version this time around. Wilbas WT65-A will fit the case and layout though. You won't be able to screw it into the plate though, and it would just be held in by switches.

Question tho, usually there are different layout options for soldered version right? Since this is hot-swap version only, is it possible to have a stepped caps lock on this one? Still new don't know a lot of stuff.

You wouldn't be able to do different layouts. Our plate will only support one layout as it's meant for hot swaps. It's difficult to support multiple layouts with the hotswap sockets.

Oh i see. I'm new to this, so i'm still learning. 

[TiamDesigns]

Not the biggest fan of the thicc bezels but certainly interested for the prospect of getting a board with no shipping charge as a local. That would be different!

Also +1 for non-hotswap option.

We won't have a non-hotswap version this time around. Wilbas WT65-A will fit the case and layout though. You won't be able to screw it into the plate though, and it would just be held in by switches.

Question tho, usually there are different layout options for soldered version right? Since this is hot-swap version only, is it possible to have a stepped caps lock on this one? Still new don't know a lot of stuff.

You wouldn't be able to do different layouts. Our plate will only support one layout as it's meant for hot swaps. It's difficult to support multiple layouts with the hotswap sockets.

Oh i see. I'm new to this, so i'm still learning. 

If you ever have any other keyboard-related questions feel free dm me on discord. I try to respond to everyone

[SenseiJia]

2chonky4me but GLWIC

[3yatt]

When's the date? I am in!

[porc]

Recommending Daily Clack for Australian / Oceanic vendor!

[The.Ryan.Gamer]

Not the biggest fan of the thicc bezels but certainly interested for the prospect of getting a board with no shipping charge as a local. That would be different!

Also +1 for non-hotswap option.

We won't have a non-hotswap version this time around. Wilbas WT65-A will fit the case and layout though. You won't be able to screw it into the plate though, and it would just be held in by switches.

Question tho, usually there are different layout options for soldered version right? Since this is hot-swap version only, is it possible to have a stepped caps lock on this one? Still new don't know a lot of stuff.

You wouldn't be able to do different layouts. Our plate will only support one layout as it's meant for hot swaps. It's difficult to support multiple layouts with the hotswap sockets.

Oh i see. I'm new to this, so i'm still learning. 

If you ever have any other keyboard-related questions feel free dm me on discord. I try to respond to everyone

I do! I keep bugging people on discord. LOL! But mainly just waiting for the build and sound test vid. But i'm 100% IN on this one. Just wanted to see final protos to decide on the color i'll get.

[TiamDesigns]

When's the date? I am in!

We are estimating that GB will be mid-September. Although this is subject to change.

[TiamDesigns]

Recommending Daily Clack for Australian / Oceanic vendor!

I'll definitely reach out!

[The.Ryan.Gamer]

When's the date? I am in!

We are estimating that GB will be mid-September. Although this is subject to change.

Woo that's cloooose! Excited! What will the final colors be?

I wanted to get the purple one. Only if the blue one is a bit lighter, like sky blue or light blue, that's what i'll get. But i really wanted to see the protos first before i decide. Sadly Grey isn't an option. That would be the safest pick.

[TiamDesigns]

When's the date? I am in!

We are estimating that GB will be mid-September. Although this is subject to change.

Woo that's cloooose! Excited! What will the final colors be?

I wanted to get the purple one. Only if the blue one is a bit lighter, like sky blue or light blue, that's what i'll get. But i really wanted to see the protos first before i decide. Sadly Grey isn't an option. That would be the safest pick.

Still waiting on the prototypes and colour samples to confirm. The new renders are roughly what it should look like when powder coated.

[leifsi]

Yellow please! If yellow makes it to the group buy then I am buying it.

[TiamDesigns]

Yellow please! If yellow makes it to the group buy then I am buying it.

We may end up anodizing the colours instead of powder coating. If we end up going that route MOQ for any one colour is 5 instead of 50.

[The.Ryan.Gamer]

Yellow please! If yellow makes it to the group buy then I am buying it.

We may end up anodizing the colours instead of powder coating. If we end up going that route MOQ for any one colour is 5 instead of 50.

Bro, do we have final colors? I still need to decide what i'll get. Hopefully something that will fit GMK Phosphorus. As sadly i may have to let go of my Olivia++ 

[TiamDesigns]

Yellow please! If yellow makes it to the group buy then I am buying it.

We may end up anodizing the colours instead of powder coating. If we end up going that route MOQ for any one colour is 5 instead of 50.

Bro, do we have final colors? I still need to decide what i'll get. Hopefully something that will fit GMK Phosphorus. As sadly i may have to let go of my Olivia++ 

We will do all colours, but it will be likely anodized. The colour will not be exact to the references. The delays on the prototype are because the manufacturers trying to get the anodized colours close.

[The.Ryan.Gamer]

Yellow please! If yellow makes it to the group buy then I am buying it.

We may end up anodizing the colours instead of powder coating. If we end up going that route MOQ for any one colour is 5 instead of 50.

Bro, do we have final colors? I still need to decide what i'll get. Hopefully something that will fit GMK Phosphorus. As sadly i may have to let go of my Olivia++ 

We will do all colours, but it will be likely anodized. The colour will not be exact to the references. The delays on the prototype are because the manufacturers trying to get the anodized colours close.

Noted. Thanks for clearing that up

[LSDesigns]

I will also be here to answer questions about the Titan65!

[TalksToChalk]

GB Date yet?

[3yatt]

I have not been gettin notifications for this </3.

Thanks for replying TD. If the date is still accurate, the next couple weeks can't go by quick enough :]

[TiamDesigns]

GB Date yet?

We are aiming for the 24th of September. That's very dependant on manufacture prototype timing. Right now we are still on track though.

[aadk5]

Not the biggest fan of the thicc bezels but certainly interested for the prospect of getting a board with no shipping charge as a local. That would be different!

Also +1 for non-hotswap option.

We won't have a non-hotswap version this time around. Wilbas WT65-A will fit the case and layout though. You won't be able to screw it into the plate though, and it would just be held in by switches.

Have you confirmed any other PCB's that may work in the case? I'm fine with the PCB not being able to be screwed on, but would really prefer to have a soldered version with a different layout. Thank you!

EDIT: Just realized, probably not, as they'll need to be compatible with the Unified C3 Daughterboard.

[TiamDesigns]

Not the biggest fan of the thicc bezels but certainly interested for the prospect of getting a board with no shipping charge as a local. That would be different!

Also +1 for non-hotswap option.

We won't have a non-hotswap version this time around. Wilbas WT65-A will fit the case and layout though. You won't be able to screw it into the plate though, and it would just be held in by switches.

Have you confirmed any other PCB's that may work in the case? I'm fine with the PCB not being able to be screwed on, but would really prefer to have a soldered version with a different layout. Thank you!

EDIT: Just realized, probably not, as they'll need to be compatible with the Unified C3 Daughterboard.

So the WT-65A works. However you'd need a different plate. We won't be offering a plateless option at group buy. We will however be releasing files necessary to make your own plate compatible with the board.

[Araset]

Please don't drop the blue option!

[The.Ryan.Gamer]

Man, the pink looks lighter now. They LIT AF! I know what i'm going to get 

[J_Noes]

How thick is the plate going to be?

[TiamDesigns]

How thick is the plate going to be?

Right now the plate is 4mm thick with channels for the stabilizer wires.

[jontseg]

Fantastic board! I filled out both interest checks, asking for blue and white. Just want to let you know I also would really love to see purple thrown in there. I think I'd end up buying one safe color and one more out there color such as purple. Fingers crossed theres no blocker, see you at the group buy !

[TiamDesigns]

Fantastic board! I filled out both interest checks, asking for blue and white. Just want to let you know I also would really love to see purple thrown in there. I think I'd end up buying one safe color and one more out there color such as purple. Fingers crossed theres no blocker, see you at the group buy !

White, Blue and Purple are all top picks for the colours! We will be going with the blocker layout though.

[Drakenocas]

Marking post. Interested in this one.

[lakeboredom]

Is this using plate mounted stabs or we praying to the gods of friction?

[TiamDesigns]

Is this using plate mounted stabs or we praying to the gods of friction?

The plate has standoffs to mount the PCB.

[lakeboredom]

Is this using plate mounted stabs or we praying to the gods of friction?

The plate has standoffs to mount the PCB.

Oh that's cool, good work around. Do you think it affects sound/stiffness?

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[ilezia]

Price seems great. Design looks right up my alley but for some reason I have hard time seeing how it is in real life. Something about the steep angles from the bezels. Anyway for now I'm definitely in for this.

[TiamDesigns]

Is this using plate mounted stabs or we praying to the gods of friction?

The plate has standoffs to mount the PCB.

Oh that's cool, good work around. Do you think it affects sound/stiffness?

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The plate is going to have silicone washers and strips on either side of it. They're relatively soft at 40 Shore A hardness. The washers will be arriving this upcoming week so I hope to try it out then. PCBs are naturally more springy. I'm suspecting it will still be relatively stiff as the force from keystrokes is mostly on the plate. The early prototype had a hollow sound to it. With the redesign that's been eliminated. I'm not sure if that's because of the rubber strips or the changes to the inner cavity. Either way, much happier with it. PCBs should be arriving next week so I'll be able to test it properly then. The brass base also makes it sound a bit deeper, the aluminum base I'm still quite happy with. Bug me again this time next week

[TiamDesigns]

Price seems great. Design looks right up my alley but for some reason I have hard time seeing how it is in real life. Something about the steep angles from the bezels. Anyway for now I'm definitely in for this.

So there are prototype photos of the board up. Alexotos, Logan (the other designer) and myself will all be doing separate build streams and sound tests. We will announce those when those dates are decided.

[LSDesigns]

The PCB prototypes should be arriving tomorrow, so we plan to do another big update very soon!

[Araset]

Is the brass base as an option confirmed?

[pixelpusher]

Strange to have all of that thickness and the keycaps still stick up over the top edge, exposing the switch housings underneath.  I would prefer to see the pcb/plate assembly lowered at least a milimeter to hide the switches.

[TiamDesigns]

Is the brass base as an option confirmed?

We have some more brass prototypes coming in. Brass is pretty much confirmed. The finish for it isn't confirmed as of yet.

[TiamDesigns]

Strange to have all of that thickness and the keycaps still stick up over the top edge, exposing the switch housings underneath.  I would prefer to see the pcb/plate assembly lowered at least a milimeter to hide the switches.

If you're looking at the renders it's because I'm lazy and the plate is mated to the case rather than to the silicone strips. If you're looking at the photos it's because the manufacturer messed up and everything was offset by .6mm. We were also testing some other tolerances with it. The final shouldn't have the switches visible.

[Caaandooo]

Toronto based designers? I have to join. I hope my wife follow the same thought process as me.

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[Chenson]

Hoping an Australian vendor specifically Switch Keys is possible!

[TiamDesigns]

Hoping an Australian vendor specifically Switch Keys is possible!

They were all busy but since we are running into so many delays I'll see when they'll be available. Might be able to get something to work

[Cloods]

real dope, love me some rounded boards

[TiamDesigns]

ISO?

Hey, so we made some changes, we will be offering Wilbas soldered PCB for ISO support. Check out the new IC