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Title: [GB] CF-LX R2 - Ultralite Carbon Fiber 60% Case (FINISHED)
Post by: hwood34 on Thu, 14 September 2017, 23:09:21: (https://i.imgur.com/w31XMeo.jpg)

R1 THREAD (https://geekhack.org/index.php?topic=71551.0)

Round 2 is here and faster than ever! Like CF-LXXX, this buy will be limited to 10 cases, one per person. These are carbon fiber, skeleton-style cases designed to be lightweight and portable. They are comprised of a carbon fiber plate and backplate, with a frosted clear acrylic midpiece. The case has been designed by foggyflute, who will also be assisting with the manufacturing.

This will be utilizing the same design and manufacturer as the first round, so turnaround will be fast. Unfortunately, I am at school until Thanksgiving break, so the cases will be shipped out then. This is a firm date, no sooner no later. Because of my last GB having quite a few extended problems and because I realize that people might be reluctant to hand over money again, pre-payment will be optional. Regardless of your choice, your spot will be reserved. I'll keep a wait list beyond the 10 buyers in case of any non-payers.

Anyone who chooses not to prepay will be invoiced when the cases arrive at my house. This should ensure that there is no uncertainty about ability to ship the product in the specified timeframe. Anyone who does not pay within 1 week will have their spot given to the first person on the waitlist.

Price
~ $109 plus shipping

Options
~ Layouts: Standard 60% or HHKB

Specs
~ 1.6cm matte carbon fiber
~ Frosted white/solid black acrylic midpiece
~ Switch-mount PCB
~ M3 screws/posts

Let me know if I'm missing anything or if there's any other information you'd like to see.

(https://i.imgur.com/Ovvsrsr.jpg)
Built HHKB CF-LX by nathanrosspowell

(https://i.imgur.com/vMECL3d.jpg)
Built HHKB CF-LX by Hellcatz
Title: Re: [GB] CF-LX R2 - Ultralite Carbon Fiber 60% Case
Post by: Moderation Team on Fri, 15 September 2017, 01:27:59: As a reminder to all, CAVEAT EMPTOR (https://geekhack.org/index.php?topic=36773.0)

GLWGB! :thumb:
Title: Re: [GB] CF-LX R2 - Ultralite Carbon Fiber 60% Case
Post by: hwood34 on Sun, 17 September 2017, 13:02:44: welp
Title: Re: [GB] CF-LX R2 - Ultralite Carbon Fiber 60% Case
Post by: pr0ximity on Tue, 19 September 2017, 18:33:14: Dang yo, think I want this over the TKL... have you hit 10?
Title: Re: [GB] CF-LX R2 - Ultralite Carbon Fiber 60% Case
Post by: kbdfans on Tue, 19 September 2017, 23:12:14: looks great ;D
Title: Re: [GB] CF-LX R2 - Ultralite Carbon Fiber 60% Case
Post by: hwood34 on Thu, 21 September 2017, 08:47:05: Quote from: pr0ximity on Tue, 19 September 2017, 18:33:14
Dang yo, think I want this over the TKL... have you hit 10?
nope, I'll close the forms when I hit it. Order away ;)

Quote from: kbdfans on Tue, 19 September 2017, 23:12:14
looks great ;D
:-*
Title: Re: [GB] CF-LX R2 - Ultralite Carbon Fiber 60% Case [OPTIONS ADDED]
Post by: hwood34 on Mon, 25 September 2017, 08:05:45: Added an option for an HHKB layout. If you've already ordered, PM me if you'd rather have HHKB over a standard winkey layout.
Title: Re: [GB] CF-LX R2 - Ultralite Carbon Fiber 60% Case [OPTIONS ADDED]
Post by: hwood34 on Sat, 30 September 2017, 12:07:28: Would like to get all orders in by the 5th so if you're on the fence:

(https://media.sticker.market/gif/personal-shia-labeouf-just-saying-588226b771c6ce682811dec8-g.gif)
Title: Re: [GB] CF-LX R2 - Ultralite Carbon Fiber 60% Case [OPTIONS ADDED]
Post by: eeymiel on Wed, 04 October 2017, 13:34:27: I haven't even had time to build my first one, so I think I'll pass. But I really like the look and feel of it so far :)
Title: Re: [GB] CF-LX R2 - Ultralite Carbon Fiber 60% Case [OPTIONS ADDED]
Post by: hwood34 on Thu, 05 October 2017, 09:10:10: Just one more spot left!
Title: Re: [GB] CF-LX R2 - Ultralite Carbon Fiber 60% Case [OPTIONS ADDED]
Post by: Sadboiseason on Sat, 07 October 2017, 19:16:01: That should be your last spot filled :cool:
Title: Re: [GB] CF-LX R2 - Ultralite Carbon Fiber 60% Case [OPTIONS ADDED]
Post by: hwood34 on Sat, 07 October 2017, 20:01:34: Quote from: Sadboiseason on Sat, 07 October 2017, 19:16:01
That should be your last spot filled :cool:

magnifico ;D
Title: Re: [GB] CF-LX R2 - Ultralite Carbon Fiber 60% Case [WAITLIST OPEN]
Post by: hwood34 on Sat, 07 October 2017, 20:37:20: So for some reason I didn't put a box for paypal address in the order form, so I'll be messaging everyone for their addresses.
Title: Re: [GB] CF-LX R2 - Ultralite Carbon Fiber 60% Case [WAITLIST OPEN]
Post by: hwood34 on Sat, 07 October 2017, 20:58:02: I've messaged everyone for their addresses. PM me if you are in the buy and didn't get a message
Title: Re: [GB] CF-LX R2 - Ultralite Carbon Fiber 60% Case [PRODUCTION, WAITLIST OPEN]
Post by: hwood34 on Thu, 12 October 2017, 08:40:44: Production started on these a few days back, should be done soon
Title: Re: [GB] CF-LX R2 - Ultralite Carbon Fiber 60% Case [PRODUCTION, WAITLIST OPEN]
Post by: hwood34 on Thu, 12 October 2017, 09:23:40: Everyone who was prepaying has been invoiced
Title: Re: [GB] CF-LX R2 - Ultralite Carbon Fiber 60% Case [PRODUCTION, WAITLIST OPEN]
Post by: hwood34 on Sun, 29 October 2017, 22:51:36: (https://i.imgur.com/WshYrxM.jpg)

(https://i.imgur.com/Z12yqAI.jpg)
Title: Re: [GB] CF-LX R2 - Ultralite Carbon Fiber 60% Case [PRODUCTION, WAITLIST OPEN]
Post by: hwood34 on Sun, 12 November 2017, 12:48:25: All carbon work is finished, just waiting on acrylic pieces now :thumb:
Title: Re: [GB] CF-LX R2 - Ultralite Carbon Fiber 60% Case [PRODUCTION, WAITLIST OPEN]
Post by: pr0ximity on Sun, 12 November 2017, 20:44:26: Thanks for the update :) Still on track for Thanksgiving break shipping?
Title: Re: [GB] CF-LX R2 - Ultralite Carbon Fiber 60% Case [PRODUCTION, WAITLIST OPEN]
Post by: hwood34 on Sun, 12 November 2017, 21:21:52: Quote from: pr0ximity on Sun, 12 November 2017, 20:44:26
Thanks for the update :) Still on track for Thanksgiving break shipping?

Yep. Only question is if I can get it in time to do all the shipping at home, or if I'll have to have it sent to school and get it done there.
Title: Re: [GB] CF-LX R2 - Ultralite Carbon Fiber 60% Case [PRODUCTION, WAITLIST OPEN]
Post by: mudcakehoney on Mon, 13 November 2017, 01:53:28: Can I please confirm is this plate mount or PCB mount compatible? Thanks
Title: Re: [GB] CF-LX R2 - Ultralite Carbon Fiber 60% Case [PRODUCTION, WAITLIST OPEN]
Post by: hwood34 on Mon, 13 November 2017, 06:11:28: Quote from: mudcakehoney on Mon, 13 November 2017, 01:53:28
Can I please confirm is this plate mount or PCB mount compatible? Thanks
Both
Title: Re: [GB] CF-LX R2 - Ultralite Carbon Fiber 60% Case [PRODUCTION, WAITLIST OPEN]
Post by: hwood34 on Thu, 23 November 2017, 08:09:01: (https://i.imgur.com/Wv84bQF.jpg)

(https://i.imgur.com/71JUis6.jpg)

(https://i.imgur.com/eLfS9gP.jpg)
Title: Re: [GB] CF-LX R2 - Ultralite Carbon Fiber 60% Case [PRODUCTION, WAITLIST OPEN]
Post by: pr0ximity on Thu, 23 November 2017, 16:10:23: 🔥🔥🔥
Title: Re: [GB] CF-LX R2 - Ultralite Carbon Fiber 60% Case [PRODUCTION, WAITLIST OPEN]
Post by: hwood34 on Sat, 25 November 2017, 13:22:18: (https://i.imgur.com/7aZLZoC.jpg)

(https://i.imgur.com/xUSRTQA.jpg)

(https://i.imgur.com/Fq62CHS.jpg)

(https://i.imgur.com/cae9p01.jpg)

(https://i.imgur.com/n7roxZ1.jpg)

(https://i.imgur.com/bHLrn0E.jpg)
Title: Re: [GB] CF-LX R2 - Ultralite Carbon Fiber 60% Case [SHIPPING, WAITLIST OPEN]
Post by: pr0ximity on Mon, 04 December 2017, 16:10:16: How is shipping looking for these?
Title: Re: [GB] CF-LX R2 - Ultralite Carbon Fiber 60% Case [SHIPPING, WAITLIST OPEN]
Post by: hwood34 on Mon, 04 December 2017, 16:16:55: Quote from: pr0ximity on Mon, 04 December 2017, 16:10:16
How is shipping looking for these?

Oh yeah sorry about that. Everything is being packed up today and should be going out tomorrow
Title: Re: [GB] CF-LX R2 - Ultralite Carbon Fiber 60% Case [SHIPPING, WAITLIST OPEN]
Post by: pr0ximity on Mon, 04 December 2017, 21:04:14: Quote from: hwood34 on Mon, 04 December 2017, 16:16:55
Quote from: pr0ximity on Mon, 04 December 2017, 16:10:16
How is shipping looking for these?

Oh yeah sorry about that. Everything is being packed up today and should be going out tomorrow

Awesome! Really looking forward to trying one of these out :thumb:
Title: Re: [GB] CF-LX R2 - Ultralite Carbon Fiber 60% Case [SHIPPING, WAITLIST OPEN]
Post by: mudcakehoney on Mon, 04 December 2017, 21:21:08: Does this include the 60% as well
Title: Re: [GB] CF-LX R2 - Ultralite Carbon Fiber 60% Case [SHIPPING, WAITLIST OPEN]
Post by: hwood34 on Mon, 04 December 2017, 21:23:28: Quote from: mudcakehoney on Mon, 04 December 2017, 21:21:08
Does this include the 60% as well

Yep, everything is going out
Title: Re: [GB] CF-LX R2 - Ultralite Carbon Fiber 60% Case [SHIPPING, WAITLIST OPEN]
Post by: hwood34 on Mon, 04 December 2017, 21:24:39: (https://dl2.pushbulletusercontent.com/lvYC9N34Vsu5HrheF61qJaIHfRMzPQ4o/2277)
Title: Re: [GB] CF-LX R2 - Ultralite Carbon Fiber 60% Case [SHIPPING, WAITLIST OPEN]
Post by: mudcakehoney on Mon, 04 December 2017, 21:25:25: Woohoo! Bring on mail day
Title: Re: [GB] CF-LX R2 - Ultralite Carbon Fiber 60% Case [SHIPPED]
Post by: hwood34 on Tue, 05 December 2017, 18:43:01: All packages were shipped out today
Title: Re: [GB] CF-LX R2 - Ultralite Carbon Fiber 60% Case [SHIPPED]
Post by: hwood34 on Tue, 05 December 2017, 19:18:46: There's still one unpaid invoice for a standard case. If anyone is interested in taking over that order, please let me know.
Title: Re: [GB] CF-LX R2 - Ultralite Carbon Fiber 60% Case [SHIPPED]
Post by: tristinDLC on Wed, 06 December 2017, 05:50:03: PM me some details on the total price and which case it is... I might want to snag this since I missed V1.
Title: Re: [GB] CF-LX R2 - Ultralite Carbon Fiber 60% Case [SHIPPED]
Post by: hwood34 on Sun, 10 December 2017, 11:31:47: Has anyone who's outside the US had problems with their tracking number? I've had two people contact me so far about tracking numbers that show the destinations as completely different places. I'll be calling USPS later about it as apparently, I can't email about international problems...
Title: Re: [GB] CF-LX R2 - Ultralite Carbon Fiber 60% Case [SHIPPED]
Post by: hwood34 on Thu, 14 December 2017, 12:18:08: I got one standard case left if anyone's interested
Title: Re: [GB] CF-LX R2 - Ultralite Carbon Fiber 60% Case [SHIPPED,EXTRA]
Post by: DePulse on Mon, 05 March 2018, 03:46:22: Is there another batch for this? :( Just saw this post now. I'm new in GK btw.
Title: Re: [GB] CF-LX R2 - Ultralite Carbon Fiber 60% Case [SHIPPED,EXTRA]
Post by: hwood34 on Mon, 12 March 2018, 13:48:09: Quote from: DePulse on Mon, 05 March 2018, 03:46:22
Is there another batch for this? :( Just saw this post now. I'm new in GK btw.

Almost definitely not, unfortunately. It's a pretty niche item that I've already done two rounds of already. Been thinking about doing a 40%, but I'm not even sure there would enough interest for that.
Title: Re: [GB] CF-LX R2 - Ultralite Carbon Fiber 60% Case [SHIPPED,EXTRA]
Post by: hwood34 on Tue, 27 March 2018, 09:30:12: Does anyone have pictures of their builds of these? Need em..

Quote from: DePulse on Mon, 05 March 2018, 03:46:22
Is there another batch for this? :( Just saw this post now. I'm new in GK btw.
Ok so I lied, there will be more of these, along with quite a bit else coming soon. Also, it's GH ;)
Title: Re: [GB] CF-LX R2 - Ultralite Carbon Fiber 60% Case [SHIPPED,EXTRA]
Post by: pr0ximity on Tue, 27 March 2018, 16:35:30: Yes! I have some I need to go through, I'll see if I can set some time aside soon. It's a great board, really fun to type on and it looks awesome.
Title: Re: [GB] CF-LX R2 - Ultralite Carbon Fiber 60% Case [SHIPPED,EXTRA]
Post by: peggisan on Tue, 27 March 2018, 17:32:57: Quote from: hwood34 on Tue, 27 March 2018, 09:30:12
Does anyone have pictures of their builds of these? Need em..

Quote from: DePulse on Mon, 05 March 2018, 03:46:22
Is there another batch for this? :( Just saw this post now. I'm new in GK btw.
Ok so I lied, there will be more of these, along with quite a bit else coming soon. Also, it's GH ;)

Are there any pics of this board with the acrylic mid-piece and underglow? I heard in one of the other threads that it's a bit too opaque. Either way I'm most likely in for this
Title: Re: [GB] CF-LX R2 - Ultralite Carbon Fiber 60% Case [SHIPPED,EXTRA]
Post by: hwood34 on Tue, 27 March 2018, 17:36:15: Quote from: peggisan on Tue, 27 March 2018, 17:32:57
Quote from: hwood34 on Tue, 27 March 2018, 09:30:12
Does anyone have pictures of their builds of these? Need em..

Quote from: DePulse on Mon, 05 March 2018, 03:46:22
Is there another batch for this? :( Just saw this post now. I'm new in GK btw.
Ok so I lied, there will be more of these, along with quite a bit else coming soon. Also, it's GH ;)

Are there any pics of this board with the acrylic mid-piece and underglow? I heard in one of the other threads that it's a bit too opaque. Either way I'm most likely in for this
Yeah, I'd be curious about this too. Though the acrylic is definitely on the more opaque side so you won't get any crazy glow from it

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Title: Re: [GB] CF-LX R2 - Ultralite Carbon Fiber 60% Case [SHIPPED,EXTRA]
Post by: pr0ximity on Tue, 27 March 2018, 21:21:21: This is built with a DZ60. The underglow isn't crazy strong but it's enough for me, especially at night.

67g MX Clears with 62g Gateron Black Shift and Fn keys, GMK Red Alert. Board is really nicely light but rigid, great sound. I got some cheap aluminum GON-style feet and was able to easily drill a couple holes in the bottom to screw them on. It almost feel like typing on bamboo. The edges of the carbon fiber are a bit rough. Not sure how best to smooth them, any thoughts welcome.

(https://farm1.staticflickr.com/890/39253560550_bc780a523d_k.jpg)
Flickr (https://flic.kr/p/22NGKYJ)

(https://farm1.staticflickr.com/802/27191174308_0b02ef8eaa_k.jpg)
Flickr (https://flic.kr/p/HqMSN9)

(https://farm1.staticflickr.com/799/39253557760_b0a2851fe0_k.jpg)
Flickr (https://flic.kr/p/22NGK9C)
Title: Re: [GB] CF-LX R2 - Ultralite Carbon Fiber 60% Case [SHIPPED,EXTRA]
Post by: peggisan on Tue, 27 March 2018, 21:37:31: Quote from: pr0ximity on Tue, 27 March 2018, 21:21:21
This is built with a DZ60. The underglow isn't crazy strong but it's enough for me, especially at night.

67g MX Clears with 62g Gateron Black Shift and Fn keys, GMK Red Alert. Board is really nicely light but rigid, great sound. I got some cheap aluminum GON-style feet and was able to easily drill a couple holes in the bottom to screw them on. It almost feel like typing on bamboo. The edges of the carbon fiber are a bit rough. Not sure how best to smooth them, any thoughts welcome.

Oh, that looks amazing. Can't wait for the next round
Title: Re: [GB] CF-LX R2 - Ultralite Carbon Fiber 60% Case [SHIPPED,EXTRA]
Post by: Puddsy on Tue, 27 March 2018, 22:22:57: Quote from: pr0ximity on Tue, 27 March 2018, 21:21:21
This is built with a DZ60. The underglow isn't crazy strong but it's enough for me, especially at night.

67g MX Clears with 62g Gateron Black Shift and Fn keys, GMK Red Alert. Board is really nicely light but rigid, great sound. I got some cheap aluminum GON-style feet and was able to easily drill a couple holes in the bottom to screw them on. It almost feel like typing on bamboo. The edges of the carbon fiber are a bit rough. Not sure how best to smooth them, any thoughts welcome.

Show Image
(https://farm1.staticflickr.com/890/39253560550_bc780a523d_k.jpg)

Flickr (https://flic.kr/p/22NGKYJ)

Show Image
(https://farm1.staticflickr.com/802/27191174308_0b02ef8eaa_k.jpg)

Flickr (https://flic.kr/p/HqMSN9)

Show Image
(https://farm1.staticflickr.com/799/39253557760_b0a2851fe0_k.jpg)

Flickr (https://flic.kr/p/22NGK9C)

well damn

nice
Title: Re: [GB] CF-LX R2 - Ultralite Carbon Fiber 60% Case [SHIPPED,EXTRA]
Post by: hwood34 on Tue, 27 March 2018, 22:28:47: Quote from: pr0ximity on Tue, 27 March 2018, 21:21:21
This is built with a DZ60. The underglow isn't crazy strong but it's enough for me, especially at night.

67g MX Clears with 62g Gateron Black Shift and Fn keys, GMK Red Alert. Board is really nicely light but rigid, great sound. I got some cheap aluminum GON-style feet and was able to easily drill a couple holes in the bottom to screw them on. It almost feel like typing on bamboo. The edges of the carbon fiber are a bit rough. Not sure how best to smooth them, any thoughts welcome.

Show Image
(https://farm1.staticflickr.com/890/39253560550_bc780a523d_k.jpg)

Flickr (https://flic.kr/p/22NGKYJ)

Show Image
(https://farm1.staticflickr.com/802/27191174308_0b02ef8eaa_k.jpg)

Flickr (https://flic.kr/p/HqMSN9)

Show Image
(https://farm1.staticflickr.com/799/39253557760_b0a2851fe0_k.jpg)

Flickr (https://flic.kr/p/22NGK9C)

Oh ok so that's actually solid light through. I'll talk to him about the rougher edges. Every case in this round will have feet, so no more custom work for you guys lol.

Quote from: peggisan on Tue, 27 March 2018, 21:37:31
Oh, that looks amazing. Can't wait for the next round

Coming soon :thumb:
Title: Re: [GB] CF-LX R2 - Ultralite Carbon Fiber 60% Case [SHIPPED,EXTRA]
Post by: xondat on Wed, 28 March 2018, 05:23:01: Quote from: pr0ximity on Tue, 27 March 2018, 21:21:21
This is built with a DZ60. The underglow isn't crazy strong but it's enough for me, especially at night.

67g MX Clears with 62g Gateron Black Shift and Fn keys, GMK Red Alert. Board is really nicely light but rigid, great sound. I got some cheap aluminum GON-style feet and was able to easily drill a couple holes in the bottom to screw them on. It almost feel like typing on bamboo. The edges of the carbon fiber are a bit rough. Not sure how best to smooth them, any thoughts welcome.

Show Image
(https://farm1.staticflickr.com/890/39253560550_bc780a523d_k.jpg)

Flickr (https://flic.kr/p/22NGKYJ)

Show Image
(https://farm1.staticflickr.com/802/27191174308_0b02ef8eaa_k.jpg)

Flickr (https://flic.kr/p/HqMSN9)

Show Image
(https://farm1.staticflickr.com/799/39253557760_b0a2851fe0_k.jpg)

Flickr (https://flic.kr/p/22NGK9C)

Looks great; making me want one. Time to go and read this new IC ^-^
Title: Re: [GB] CF-LX R2 - Ultralite Carbon Fiber 60% Case (EXTRAS AVAILABLE)
Post by: hwood34 on Tue, 14 May 2019, 00:49:45: Still 1 Standard case and 1 HHKB case left, in anyone missed out.
Title: Re: [GB] CF-LX R2 - Ultralite Carbon Fiber 60% Case (EXTRAS AVAILABLE)
Post by: 112227 on Tue, 14 May 2019, 19:25:43: Quote from: hwood34 on Tue, 14 May 2019, 00:49:45
Still 1 Standard case and 1 HHKB case left, in anyone missed out.

pm sent
Title: Re: [GB] CF-LX R2 - Ultralite Carbon Fiber 60% Case (EXTRAS AVAILABLE)
Post by: hwood34 on Fri, 17 May 2019, 19:39:59: Only 1 HHKB-style left, get it while it's hot
Title: Re: [GB] CF-LX R2 - Ultralite Carbon Fiber 60% Case (EXTRAS AVAILABLE)
Post by: EMC Labs on Tue, 02 July 2019, 07:46:47: Are there any of the 60% carbon fibre cases left?
Title: Re: [GB] CF-LX R2 - Ultralite Carbon Fiber 60% Case (EXTRAS AVAILABLE)
Post by: EMC Labs on Wed, 03 July 2019, 18:41:16: Actually, are there any carbon fibre boards left at all?
Title: Re: [GB] CF-LX R2 - Ultralite Carbon Fiber 60% Case (EXTRAS AVAILABLE)
Post by: hwood34 on Wed, 03 July 2019, 19:26:39: Quote from: Nightcrawler on Wed, 03 July 2019, 18:41:16
Actually, are there any carbon fibre boards left at all?

Sorry, no extras left