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[IC] Rotor ~ 65XT with Pen and Ball Holder
« on: Sat, 30 October 2021, 04:03:49 »


Rotor
65XT Layout with a unique side profile
+ pen and balls holder

To stay up-to-date, Feel free to join My Discord Server

Updates as of 7/12/21:
- Changed Aluminum from 6061 to 6063
- Prototype 2 arrived
- USB port has been changed
- Changed Anodization from Glossy to Matte
- Changed Screw Threading Lengths
- Changed Alignment pillars slightly
- POM plate will replace PC
- Sound Tests and Build VOD have been added



Sound Tests Playlist
Link
Twitch Build VOD
Link

Brown Grey Pics
Link
Silver Pics
Link



Exploded View


Mounting, Plates and PCB info

Top mount using Tadpoles by Geon Works,
both 50A and 80A hardness tadpoles will be included with the board.

Plate materials offered: 1.5mm POM, 1.5mm Carbon Fiber and 1.5mm Aluminum.
All plate files will be released to the public after GB has shipped.

PCBs (As of 2/11/21): Both Soldered and Hotswap PCBs will be available during GB, Files for both hotswap and soldered PCBs will also be released after GB. Soldered will be the default and come with each board, Hotswap will be an add-on. There is no minimum order quantity for the hotswap pcb.





Design Explanation

This Keyboard is called Rotor, meaning: 'to revolve or rotate' in Latin.
This can be seen in the design language of the board featuring rounded corners as well as a pen tray/area to roll balls.
(Pen will not be included in the kit, 14mm metal ball will be.)



Specifications


- Centered USB C with C3 unified daughterboard
- Front Height of 18.5mm (without feet)
- Case and Weight Materials: Anodized aluminium case, polished internal stainless steel weight
- Weight: ~2.4kg for the case + internal weight built
- Case colors:  Silver and Brown Grey (Pantone)

Group Buy Info

- GB Units: 100 units Raffle, 50 of each colour (+ extras)
- Estimated Price: Under $450 USD
- GB Date: Early December, exact date TBD
- Vendors:  KLC Hobbyists’ Playground

Kit will include:

Top and bottom case
Internal Stainless Steel weight
Plate
Tadpoles in 50A, 60A, 70A and 80A Hardness
3x Stainless Steel Ball
M3 and M2 Hex Screws (M3 for case and weight, M2 for daughterboard)
Custom carry case
PCB and C3 unified daughterboard
JST Cable
4x Feet by Geon
Various Packaging

Please note that this keyboard will not include Switches, Keycaps or Foam.

Layouts:


Soldered PCB Supports:
Stepped Caps,
Split Backspace
Split Left Shift
ISO Enter
6.25u Spacebar
3u  1u  3u Split Spacebar
2.25u  1.25u  2.75u Split Spacebar
2.25u  2u  2.75u Spacebar

Thanks to:

Kevin and the team at KLC,
Geon for Tadpoles and Feet as well as
Discord members for your feedback and support.










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Re: [IC] Rotor ~ 65XT with Pen and Balls Holder
« Reply #1 on: Sat, 30 October 2021, 04:04:19 »
Updates:
[31/10/21]
- added outdoor photos
- feedback form

[2/11/21]
- Changed information regarding hotswap pcb
« Last Edit: Tue, 02 November 2021, 03:31:54 by densus designs »
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Re: [IC] Rotor ~ 65XT with Pen and Balls Holder
« Reply #2 on: Sat, 30 October 2021, 04:16:44 »
why
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Re: [IC] Rotor ~ 65XT with Pen and Balls Holder
« Reply #3 on: Sat, 30 October 2021, 04:18:52 »
Any pictures of the bottom?
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Re: [IC] Rotor ~ 65XT with Pen and Balls Holder
« Reply #4 on: Sat, 30 October 2021, 04:20:35 »
Yes, they are in the "prototype pics" link. https://imgur.com/a/uQVvS9B
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Re: [IC] Rotor ~ 65XT with Pen and Balls Holder
« Reply #5 on: Sat, 30 October 2021, 04:22:04 »
Quote from: densus designs on Sat, 30 October 2021, 04:20:35
Yes, they are in the "prototype pics" link. https://imgur.com/a/uQVvS9B
Oh, sorry. I'm blind
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Re: [IC] Rotor ~ 65XT with Pen and Balls Holder
« Reply #6 on: Sat, 30 October 2021, 05:08:57 »
always wanted a keyboard with an integrated ball holder
saves a lot of desk space
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Re: [IC] Rotor ~ 65XT with Pen and Balls Holder
« Reply #7 on: Sat, 30 October 2021, 05:17:41 »
Quote from: linell on Sat, 30 October 2021, 05:08:57
always wanted a keyboard with an integrated ball holder
saves a lot of desk space
your dreams have come true
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Re: [IC] Rotor ~ 65XT with Pen and Balls Holder
« Reply #8 on: Sat, 30 October 2021, 05:35:14 »
The design looks very nice, I love that finish.
But what am I missing here? What's point of the balls / ball holder?
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Re: [IC] Rotor ~ 65XT with Pen and Balls Holder
« Reply #9 on: Sat, 30 October 2021, 05:42:12 »
Quote from: Xury46 on Sat, 30 October 2021, 05:35:14
The design looks very nice, I love that finish.
But what am I missing here? What's point of the balls / ball holder?
The balls and ball holder was designed as a form of fidgeting, but it is also a good place to store pens, artisans and small items
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Re: [IC] Rotor ~ 65XT with Pen and Balls Holder
« Reply #10 on: Sat, 30 October 2021, 06:24:51 »
Finally, I have a space to store all my steel balls. A specific ball holder is exactly what I needed, you've answered my prayers!

I like the design. GLWIC <3
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Re: [IC] Rotor ~ 65XT with Pen and Balls Holder
« Reply #11 on: Sat, 30 October 2021, 06:35:24 »
Quote from: Ravenhar on Sat, 30 October 2021, 06:24:51
Finally, I have a space to store all my steel balls. A specific ball holder is exactly what I needed, you've answered my prayers!

I like the design. GLWIC <3
Many thanks :peepolove:
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Re: [IC] Rotor ~ 65XT with Pen and Balls Holder
« Reply #12 on: Sat, 30 October 2021, 07:28:33 »
Yes, I would love to store my balls in there. Very nice board :)
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Re: [IC] Rotor ~ 65XT with Pen and Balls Holder
« Reply #13 on: Sat, 30 October 2021, 08:43:14 »
Do I need a pen holder? No. But I really dig the design anyway. That grey brown color is.
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Re: [IC] Rotor ~ 65XT with Pen and Balls Holder
« Reply #14 on: Sat, 30 October 2021, 08:47:24 »
Quote from: neon_tom on Sat, 30 October 2021, 08:43:14
Do I need a pen holder? No. But I really dig the design anyway. That grey brown color is.

Thanks!
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Re: [IC] Rotor ~ 65XT with Pen and Balls Holder
« Reply #15 on: Sat, 30 October 2021, 15:54:00 »
Would you consider a grey instead of the e white. Think it would fit the theme of this board much better. Also would like to see 6063 instead of 6061, but anyways it looks pretty nice. Good luck.
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Re: [IC] Rotor ~ 65XT with Pen and Balls Holder
« Reply #16 on: Sat, 30 October 2021, 22:25:18 »
Quote from: Neely_12 on Sat, 30 October 2021, 15:54:00
Would you consider a grey instead of the e white. Think it would fit the theme of this board much better. Also would like to see 6063 instead of 6061, but anyways it looks pretty nice. Good luck.

Hi, I've added a feedback form which includes colours
Thanks :peepolove:
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Re: [IC] Rotor ~ 65XT with Pen and Balls Holder
« Reply #17 on: Sun, 31 October 2021, 01:21:53 »
Simon u need this to hold ur Pen and Balls
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Re: [IC] Rotor ~ 65XT with Pen and Balls Holder
« Reply #18 on: Sun, 31 October 2021, 01:23:30 »
Quote from: densus designs on Sat, 30 October 2021, 08:47:24
Quote from: neon_tom on Sat, 30 October 2021, 08:43:14
Do I need a pen holder? No. But I really dig the design anyway. That grey brown color is.

Thanks!
Exactly
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Re: [IC] Rotor ~ 65XT with Pen and Balls Holder
« Reply #19 on: Sun, 31 October 2021, 10:33:20 »
want that board to hold all my balls
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Re: [IC] Rotor ~ 65XT with Pen and Balls Holder
« Reply #20 on: Sun, 31 October 2021, 15:11:11 »
This is the ultimate desk fidget toy love the unique design
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Re: [IC] Rotor ~ 65XT with Pen and Balls Holder
« Reply #21 on: Sun, 31 October 2021, 17:21:58 »
Quote from: Rik.caffeinated on Sun, 31 October 2021, 15:11:11
This is the ultimate desk fidget toy love the unique design
Many thanks!


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Re: [IC] Rotor ~ 65XT with Pen and Balls Holder
« Reply #22 on: Sun, 31 October 2021, 21:24:55 »
finally a board that can hold my balls, this is a monumental breakthrough for the custom keyboard community
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Re: [IC] Rotor ~ 65XT with Pen and Balls Holder
« Reply #23 on: Mon, 01 November 2021, 03:45:00 »
ngl, fun tactile on a keyboard may be underrated. I was rubbing the sides of my thermal for fun when I was bored - I don't like 65s, but if I could push a ball back and forth on the top of my keyboard I probably would.
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Re: [IC] Rotor ~ 65XT with Pen and Balls Holder
« Reply #24 on: Mon, 01 November 2021, 05:35:55 »
Luv me som **** and balls holder.
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Re: [IC] Rotor ~ 65XT with Pen and Balls Holder
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Re: [IC] Rotor ~ 65XT with Pen and Balls Holder
« Reply #26 on: Mon, 01 November 2021, 05:40:50 »
Quote from: chrisw on Sun, 31 October 2021, 21:24:55
finally a board that can hold my balls, this is a monumental breakthrough for the custom keyboard community
W*men be putting the keyboard on the desk. Men be gracefully placing it on the chair.
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Re: [IC] Rotor ~ 65XT with Pen and Balls Holder
« Reply #27 on: Mon, 01 November 2021, 06:51:42 »
Quote from: Ustinj on Mon, 01 November 2021, 03:45:00
ngl, fun tactile on a keyboard may be underrated. I was rubbing the sides of my thermal for fun when I was bored - I don't like 65s, but if I could push a ball back and forth on the top of my keyboard I probably would.

Thanks
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Re: [IC] Rotor ~ 65XT with Pen and Balls Holder
« Reply #28 on: Tue, 02 November 2021, 03:34:48 »
Update regarding hotswap pcbs:
- there is no longer a minimum order quantity required for the hotswap pcbs, all units ordered will be made!
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Re: [IC] Rotor ~ 65XT with Pen and Balls Holder
« Reply #29 on: Sat, 13 November 2021, 01:47:37 »
Updates as of 13/11/21:

- Changed Aluminum from 6061 to 6063
- Prototype 2 has been ordered in Silver
- USB port have been changed to hide more of the USB Shielding
- Changed Anodization from Glossy to Matte
- Changed Screw Threading Lengths
- Changed Alignment pillars slightly
- POM plate will replace PC
- Sound Tests and Build VOD have been added
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Re: [IC] Rotor ~ 65XT with Pen and Ball Holder | Update 13/11/21
« Reply #30 on: Sat, 13 November 2021, 14:33:46 »
looks sweet, would be nicer if the main body is 60
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Re: [IC] Rotor ~ 65XT with Pen and Ball Holder | Update 13/11/21
« Reply #31 on: Sun, 28 November 2021, 04:02:12 »
Update 28/11/21

Silver Prototype has arrived
GB SoonTM
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Re: [IC] Rotor ~ 65XT with Pen and Ball Holder | Update 28/11/21
« Reply #32 on: Sun, 28 November 2021, 04:16:46 »
Ball compatibility could be improved! As a bowling fan I feel underrepresented... :))
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Re: [IC] Rotor ~ 65XT with Pen and Ball Holder | Update 28/11/21
« Reply #33 on: Sun, 28 November 2021, 07:19:31 »
looking good, but
it seems like the borders are too low and there are some switch leakage views. I think that you should increase the borders height a bit.
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Re: [IC] Rotor ~ 65XT with Pen and Ball Holder | Update 28/11/21
« Reply #34 on: Mon, 29 November 2021, 02:39:24 »
Is this PCB amok/via compatible?
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