[SPRiT] MX ALPS Springs/ LSS Lube/ Stabilizers/ Cherry RGB Clear (CLOSED!!!!!!!)

[sprit]

Got a small shipment:

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Frosted plate, small amount of Krytox (planning on mixing with EK Mechlube 2 for Ergo Clears), Gold stabs for Orion V2. He also found some limited run 55g springs (three 78g springs were also included). Tons of "Fragile" stickers as well, which look pretty awesome.
Thanks again sprit! :thumb:

Thanks for the pic!   No broken or leakage of the Krytox bottle?  Its max. 50g big bottle, chosen for sit stable and grab comfortable.

[wlhlm]

Got a small shipment:

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Frosted plate, small amount of Krytox (planning on mixing with EK Mechlube 2 for Ergo Clears), Gold stabs for Orion V2. He also found some limited run 55g springs (three 78g springs were also included). Tons of "Fragile" stickers as well, which look pretty awesome.
Thanks again sprit! :thumb:

Thanks for the pic!   No broken or leakage of the Krytox bottle?  Its max. 50g big bottle, chosen for sit stable and grab comfortable.

Everythings fine, no leak/breakage :D

[sprit]

Alps custom springs [IC]  is ON   :    https://geekhack.org/index.php?topic=71357.0

IC  > http://goo.gl/forms/tSoTFlM3hB

References 
http://deskthority.net/wiki/Category:Alps_SKCL/SKCM_series
http://deskthority.net/wiki/Alps_SKCM_Blue
http://deskthority.net/wiki/Alps_SKCM_Orange

     

[Dihedral]

Hey sprit, how long left to order MX springs in r3?

[sprit]

R3 is already on going since last December.  The Springs are mostly leftovers from Round 2, and 62g v1.2 has produced recently, under Ordering and instant Shipping.

https://geekhack.org/index.php?topic=55888.msg1729949#msg1729949

Status Update

-  The Springs are mostly leftovers from R2.   I got a people to pack and go to Post for shipping Springs only. Under Ordering and Instant Shipping.
-  60g, 65g, 68g are  v1.1 from R2.    62g  v1.2 has produced recently.
-  50g, 72g, 78g, 100g, 120g, 135g  got a New jewelry gold plating factory in the late R2, produced as v1.2 with different process and technics.
-  At this moment, No stock for 55g, 85g at all.   
-  50g, 65g, 68g, 72g, 78g, 100g  are running low stock  below 25-30 sets.  62g v1.2 are under 50 sets.
-  I will do IC, whenever need to produce them again. 
 
Quick IC is ON for  Alps &  MX 55g, 85g, 62g       Quick  IC   :   http://goo.gl/forms/tSoTFlM3hB   

[Prelim]

I'm confused SPRiT, you said me on pm 65g were v1.2 :/

Hello!  Prelim
The Standard Stainless Springs You got are v1.2 - triple heat treated,  very smooth too, made of high quality materials the other Springs in Korea do not adopt.
the Gold Springs have v1.0 - half matte Gold plated
v1.1 high golssy gold finish
v1.2 medium glossy gold

[sprit]

I'm confused SPRiT, you said me on pm 65g were v1.2 :/

Hello! Dear Prelim!    Let's me tell You more details   

-   Your 65g Standards are v1.2 stainless, made in late March to meet the Total MOQ for the spring factory,  with New 62g  v1.2 (It was almost out of stock)   
-   62g v1.2 Standards went to gold-plated in April,   but 65g v1.1 golds were quite enough in March.
-   So,  62g, 65g Standard v1.2 exist since late March.   

[sprit]

Opps  double post ! 

[Prelim]

ahh! nice then, thanks for the clarification   

[sprit]

ahh! nice then, thanks for the clarification   

Thanks!   
50g, 65g, 68g, 72g, 78g, 100g  are running low stock  below 25-30 sets.  60g,  62g  are under 50 sets.

http://imgur.com/a/2vTc1    graefeln      http://imgur.com/a/nYWbK 
               

[pepsi]

Got my springs today 

[awhitedev]

(Attachment Link) Got my springs today 

Pepsi is buying stuff from sprite!?!? 

[wlhlm]

(Attachment Link) Got my springs today 

Pepsi is buying stuff from sprite!?!? 

HAha, nice one! )

[FreeChemicals]

Can I still get a set of stabilizers + gold wires?

[awhitedev]

Can I still get a set of stabilizers + gold wires?

I'm thinking you can... I just bought some from him like a week ago.

[CommonCurt]

Can I still get a set of stabilizers + gold wires?

I'm thinking you can... I just bought some from him like a week ago.

Yeah, pretty sure they are still available. They are still on the order form.

[FreeChemicals]

Can I still get a set of stabilizers + gold wires?

I'm thinking you can... I just bought some from him like a week ago.

Yeah, pretty sure they are still available. They are still on the order form.

Haha, somehow the bbcode of the OP is really weird, the link looks like a fat line instead of text. I really missed the actual link, could only find one to a new IC. Thanks for pointing it out

[DanielT]

Still available

Mod note: order link removed due to sprit being MIA.  Order from him at your own risk!

[tuan2195]

Still available

Mod note: order link removed due to sprit being MIA.  Order from him at your own risk!

I'm new to these GH GBs. So if I want some springs now, I order from this links, and pay the invoice, and then will be shipped to me from the US? Thanks!

[DanielT]

Yep, fill the form with what you want and your contact info, SPRiT will invoice you, you pay and he ships the stuff

[tuan2195]

Yep, fill the form with what you want and your contact info, SPRiT will invoice you, you pay and he ships the stuff

If I buy right now, will the springs be shipped from the US or from Korea? If it's shipped from Korea I might need to wait until I finish moving out first, since it might arrive after I hvae left this address. Thanks!

[retrochick]

Yep, fill the form with what you want and your contact info, SPRiT will invoice you, you pay and he ships the stuff

If I buy right now, will the springs be shipped from the US or from Korea? If it's shipped from Korea I might need to wait until I finish moving out first, since it might arrive after I hvae left this address. Thanks!

They ship from Korea.

[sprit]

Some text styles sorted up in the OP page, Thanks!     

[sprit]

55g   v1.2  (Quick Arrow Roman Calamari Edition)   -  Order Open!   

Order Form  >     Mod note: order link removed due to sprit being MIA.  Order from him at your own risk!    
   
-  Pre-Order Open from Now   
-  Interest Check got enonugh answers, thanks!
-  Production for 55g will start tomorrow,  and 3 weeks later, shipping starts from 28th May.
-  All the others are in Stock  (whenever it goes low, IC will come)   

[RSSonic92]

I have a question, sprit.

I have this switch tester from coolermaster with an MX Clear and an MX Brown Switch.
I swapped the springs of those two and I really like the resulting ergo clear switch (MX Brown with MX Clear spring).

I plan on ergo clear modding my 75% board from your other group buy when it arrives (hopefully soon ) but don't want to buy a set of MX Browns just as a donor, so I consider buying your Standard 55g like I stated in the IC.

Would you recommend these for ergo clears or would you recommend (slightly) heavier springs? Because I read in the deskthority wiki that ergo clears might get stuck because of the spring being too weak and you recommend your 55g for MX red only in the form.

[user 18]

Most people prefer springs between 62 and 67g for ergo clears. Below that weight, they do tend to stick. Remember that Cherry springs are measured at actuation, and Korean springs (these ones) are measured at bottom out. Therefore, equivalent Cherry and Korean springs will have different nominal weights.

[sprit]

Dear  RSSonic92 ! 

For the Ergo Clears,  JDCarpe has mentioned several times  " 62g is the holy .... "        Sorry I can't remember his English!   
65g is the second best, people say.   68g many ppl prefer too.   

Yes!  50g, 55g are for the Quick Linear MX users, very quick rapid responsive, and for the long time high speed typing.   

[sprit]

Most people prefer springs between 62 and 67g for ergo clears. Below that weight, they do tend to stick. Remember that Cherry springs are measured at actuation, and Korean springs (these ones) are measured at bottom out. Therefore, equivalent Cherry and Korean springs will have different nominal weights.

Hi! user 18!   how's going?   
Added actuation forces into the OP.   Really Appreciate pointing it out !   

[RSSonic92]

Thanks, you two, you have been really helpful!

I guess it was "the holy grail"

[Zeimus]

Some 72g springs sound nice for my upcoming ergodox

[Photoelectric]

Ok, a mini stabilizer wire review, since I've finally obtained all the parts for a 60% build (with a sweet FaceW PCB!)

The stabilizer wires are extremely smoothly polished, evenly coated, and require no lubrication for smooth motion.  They seem to be good for any future corrosion resistance.  I have a set of generic (maybe Cherry, not sure of the origin) stabilizer sets, and those come with very slightly thinner gauge steel gray wires with a somewhat rough finish.  These stabilizer wires are definitely much nicer, for anyone min-maxing a build

This is what they look like assembled--would look sharp on a build without a plate:



 

[CommonCurt]

Ok, a mini stabilizer wire review, since I've finally obtained all the parts for a 60% build (with a sweet FaceW PCB!)

The stabilizer wires are extremely smoothly polished, evenly coated, and require no lubrication for smooth motion.  They seem to be good for any future corrosion resistance.  I have a set of generic (maybe Cherry, not sure of the origin) stabilizer sets, and those come with very slightly thinner gauge steel gray wires with a somewhat rough finish.  These stabilizer wires are definitely much nicer, for anyone min-maxing a build

This is what they look like assembled--would look sharp on a build without a plate:

(Attachment Link)

 

Thanks for the mini review. I have been deciding if I'm going to order some of these (already have cherry stabs), but I think I will get some to try out.

Also, where did you get the plate?

[Photoelectric]

That's an IMSTO plate, I believe.  I got it from another forum member, not directly from any group buy.  Still having a hard time deciding which plate to use (GON, IMSTO, the_beast's steel standard plate)
https://www.flickr.com/photos/photoelectric_effect/17322571279/
They all have their pluses and minuses.

[calmfries]

Ok, a mini stabilizer wire review, since I've finally obtained all the parts for a 60% build (with a sweet FaceW PCB!)

The stabilizer wires are extremely smoothly polished, evenly coated, and require no lubrication for smooth motion.  They seem to be good for any future corrosion resistance.  I have a set of generic (maybe Cherry, not sure of the origin) stabilizer sets, and those come with very slightly thinner gauge steel gray wires with a somewhat rough finish.  These stabilizer wires are definitely much nicer, for anyone min-maxing a build

This is what they look like assembled--would look sharp on a build without a plate:

(Attachment Link)

 

Nice little review, ordered mine. 

[Sed8op8]

I have been trying to find something (cheap) I can either repurpose or buy to use as a switch lubing station. I know some people recommend using an old switch plate or a faulty one so I have been keeping my eyes open for one but this lube station has me curious has anyone given this a go?

[LXXXIX]

Really dumb question.

If I were buidling a Lightsaver or RSIII how many stab-sets will I need?

[whentheclouds]

you need one stab for each key 2 units or longer: left/right shift, backspace, enter/numpad enter, spacebar of choice, numpad + and 0/INS. so 8 pieces in total, 2 sets

[LXXXIX]

you need one stab for each key 2 units or longer: left/right shift, backspace, enter/numpad enter, spacebar of choice, numpad + and 0/INS. so 8 pieces in total, 2 sets

Thank you I really appreciate it.

[LXXXIX]

Submitted an order.

Edit: Paid invoice!

[sprit]

Ok, a mini stabilizer wire review, since I've finally obtained all the parts for a 60% build (with a sweet FaceW PCB!)

(Attachment Link)

Oh!  Beautiful Purple!        
If only I had time to polish the small indent scars by Factory presolder-guide on the edge of the PCB   
Hope My stabs may feel and sounds clear than stock ones! 

[theanyday]

Ok, a mini stabilizer wire review, since I've finally obtained all the parts for a 60% build (with a sweet FaceW PCB!)

The stabilizer wires are extremely smoothly polished, evenly coated, and require no lubrication for smooth motion.  They seem to be good for any future corrosion resistance.  I have a set of generic (maybe Cherry, not sure of the origin) stabilizer sets, and those come with very slightly thinner gauge steel gray wires with a somewhat rough finish.  These stabilizer wires are definitely much nicer, for anyone min-maxing a build

This is what they look like assembled--would look sharp on a build without a plate:

(Attachment Link)

 

The purple case and plate are so beautiful! 

[sprit]

I have been trying to find something (cheap) I can either repurpose or buy to use as a switch lubing station. I know some people recommend using an old switch plate or a faulty one so I have been keeping my eyes open for one but this lube station has me curious has anyone given this a go?

I have been using a black Steel plate from a dissembled TG3 (Deck) compact board.  it's so nice and sturdy, but too flat, had to attach bumpons beneath it.
It is also used as one of my test beds for the Switches and Springs.  I enjoy to hear all the noises and squeaks on that. 
https://geekhack.org/index.php?topic=20454.0

[sprit]

55g   v1.2    -  Order Now!   

Order Form  > Mod note: order link removed due to sprit being MIA.  Order from him at your own risk!   

-  Order  Now   :    55g   v1.2  (Quick Arrow Calamari Edition) 
-  Interest Check got enonugh answers, Thanks!
-  Production for 55g will start this week,  and 3 weeks later, shipping may start from 28th May.
-  All the  50g ~ 150g  are in Stock  (whenever it goes low, IC will come)   
 
  pic :  Jason_IRL

[sethk_]

My 55g springs going inside a Cherry G80-3700HQUAS
Untitled by skurela, on Flickr

[sprit]

Tears of Mosquitos   -  Lube points   (SPRiT's  Style)
 
-  Do Not brush!   Unnecessary oils will only get dirts! 
-  Use a Toothpick,  pick a tear drop of oil
-  Add pin point oil drop!    Imagine tiny Oil Ball bearings!     

http://www.kbdmania.net/xe/tipandtech/7455200           http://www.kbdmania.net/xe/tipandtech/7443104           http://www.kbdmania.net/xe/tipandtech/7373843              http://www.kbdmania.net/xe/tipandtech/7455211          http://www.kbdmania.net/xe/tipandtech/7420105           http://www.kbdmania.net/xe/tipandtech/7331383 
https://geekhack.org/index.php?topic=55888.msg1299429#msg1299429       
 
    

[Sicklyboy]

I got in for a set of the 100 and 135g springs as well as a small handful of LEDs.  Can't wait to get them, I've been looking for some ultra heavy springs like these for modifier keys.  Thanks for organising the GB!

[StinkyTheDonut]

Will 50g or 55g work on blues or are they too weak make them stick?

Also, if gold plating makes stabs smoother, with there ever be gold costar wires?

[sprit]

Will 50g or 55g work on blues or are they too weak make them stick?

Also, if gold plating makes stabs smoother, with there ever be gold costar wires?

 
BIG Respect for Your points !   

-  My 50g and 55g work Very fine with MX Blues!   but naturally the Clicky sound gets softer!  Some prefer this.

-  It's NOT because the Gold,  because the Wire itself is smoothly polished, and plated even smoother with Au metal particles.
    We can plate with Copper, Zinc, Ferrite, Rhodium, Chrome, etc.   

[sprit]

And we need to consider each Metal's characteristic when plated on another metal.

The thickness, purity, temperature, plating technics will affect the final result.

[Zukoi]

It seems like you will be manufacturing the springs yourself in Korea. How are you manufacturing these springs especially with the large orders?