capsunlocked is excited to announce a new, original mechanical keyboard kit to the mechanical keyboard community.
The CU-75, is a 75% mechanical keyboard. The PCB will support both Cherry MX and ALPS switches, and there will be 2 separate plates to accommodate both switches. The CU-75 will support both ISO and ANSI layouts, and will feature underglow RGB lighting and also individual in-switch single colour LEDs. This will be the first 75% to support both Cherry MX and ALPS switches.
LAYOUT: This keyboard will support a Stepped Caps Lock Key!
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PCB: FRONT---------------
BACK*Please note that this will not be the final appearance of the PCB. ---------------
CASE: The case features a top and bottom part. There will be the option to order the bottom part in either Acrylic or Aluminium.
The image above shows the weight that will be on this keyboard.
This image features an all black CU-75, with a black plate.
This image features an all black CU-75, with a gold plated plate.
This image features an all black CU-75, with a brass plate.
The bottom and top will be the same shade of back, however in the renders they are slightly different shades to show the two different case parts.
This is the back of the case.
The following renders show the black top case, with the acrylic/nylon bottom case thus allowing the RGB Underglow to shine through.
*More renders of the case will be coming soon. ---------------
FEATURES: - ISO / ANSI Layout Support
- Software: QMK
- RGB Underglow
- mini-USB Connector
- Aluminium Case
- High Profile Case
- Top Mounted Plate
Price: TBD
OPTIONS: TOP CASE COLOURS: - Matte White (Aluminium)
- Polished Black (Aluminium)
- Matte Black (Aluminium)
- Raw Aluminium
BOTTOM CASE COLOURS: - Acrylic
- Matte Black
- Polished Black (Aluminium)
- Matte White (Aluminium)
- Raw Aluminium
POSITIONING PLATE OPTIONS: - Raw Aluminium
- Matte White (Aluminium)
- Matte Black (Aluminium)
- Polished Black (Aluminium)
- Brass
- 24Carat Gold Plated (Copper Base)
- Silver Plated (Base TBD)
PCB COLOURS: - Gloss Black PCB with Gloss White Silkscreen
WEIGHT OPTIONS:- Brass
*Please note that these options have not been confirmed and may be subject to change. All of the options will be able to be purchased separately. The case is being designed by: hineybush
The PCB has been designed by: ca178858
They are both a pleasure to work with, and this project would not be possible without either of them. CHANGE LOG:UPDATE 1 || 27 / 09 / 2017- Created the post.
UPDATE 2 || 29 / 09 / 2017- Added Stepped Caps Lock Information
- Corrected PCB Option Information
- Added Weight Information under Case Render 1, and added weight options.
- Software information updated.
UPDATE 3 || 13 / 10 / 2017Here is a list of all the planned changes:
- The weight/insert on the front of the case is going to be removed. I am looking to replace this with a design on the underside of the case in either the form of a brass weight, or an engraving into the actual surface of the case.
I am in the process of selecting which renders will be added to this post, and the most recent ones feature the branding on the front. Please ignore this.
- This kit will feature south facing LEDs.
- This kit will support a split space bar. The render of the PCB at the top of this page is currently incorrect.
- The colour options will most likely be as follows: Matte Black Aluminium, Polished Black Aluminium, and Raw Aluminium for those who want to colour their case on their own.
- Unfortunately there will most likely be one option for the PCB (Black with White Silkscreen).
- Each kit will come with a sleeve, cable and cleaning cloth included.