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flurples:


For pinnacle typing experience. Estimated at $250 $200.


UPDATE 8/10/24

Hey everyone! It's been some time since my initial IC. Thanks to your feedback from the original post,
I am pleased to announce several new improvements and features as we are closing in on the group buy.

* First and foremost, as I have been narrowing down where I'm sourcing parts,
I have managed to reduce the estimated price to roughly $200, from $250.
* The Summit's accent pieces will now be offered in 2 different options:
Sandblasted Brass as before, along with Polished Stainless Steel.
* Aluminum Plates will now be offered due to popular request. I still do not plan on offering other options,
however, the plate files will be available in case users want to custom fabricate their own.
* The PCB now supports a Split 3:1:3 Spacebar configuration, for a total of 3 options: 7u, 10u, and Split. (Sorry 6u fans!)
* Design-wise, the internal weight has been updated to resemble a cloud - Not only does this add to the aesthetic theme of the mountaintop,
but it greatly improves the look of the bottom of the keyboard, with the internal weight's design flowing smoothly with the external's.



Original Post:

MoreHey everyone! My name is flurples, and I am thrilled to introduce to you the Summit.
Implementing the iconic Gummy O-Ring mount, along with hefty dual brass weights,
its HHKB exclusive design delivers pinnacle typing experience, without the high price tag.







Cutting Edge
The Summit features a game-changing, laser cut brass weight system.
While traditional weights are CNC milled, its dual laser cut weights not only reduce waste, but also expenses.







HHKB Exclusive
By using a proprietary notched PCB, the Summit features the Unikorn-style, single piece chassis design loved by many,
while accommodating for the iconic HHKB blockers - a combo usually impossible due to interference of the corner blockers with the PCB.







Designed from the Inside Out
Offered exclusively in frosted Polycarbonate, the Summit displays not just as a striking statement piece for your desk, but as beautifully constructed instrument.
Its transparency allows users to appreciate beyond just its gorgeous external appearance.


Specifications
BOLD = New / Updated 8/10/24

Interface
Supported Layout: HHKB only
Typing Angle: 7.5°
EKH: 23.6 mm

Materials
Chassis: Sandblasted Polycarbonate
Weights: Sandblasted Brass, Polished Stainless Steel
Plate Options: Aluminum, Polycarbonate, Brass
Mass:
* Unbuilt: 840g
* Built, PC Plate: 1140g
* Built, Brass Plate: 1305g
Connectivity
PCB: 1.6mm Fr4, No flex cuts, Soldered only
Compatibility: USB-C, using Unified Daughterboard S Series
Software: QMK / VIA

Pricing
Estimated Price: $200
Availability: Limited GB
Vendor: TBA

Layout Options:





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mul7i:
no 6u hhkb  :-[

offbrandbiscuit:

--- Quote from: mul7i on Fri, 28 June 2024, 01:26:41 ---no 6u hhkb  :-[

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Yeah, the fact that you kind of have to us a proprietary PCB for WKL/HHKB drop-in mount anyway kind of makes me wish he just made it 6u. I'm still interested in this though since it's well-priced and a nice-looking HHKB (can never have enough of those!), though hopefully Flurp will consider other plate materials besides just PC and brass. PC plate in a PC board usually doesn't sound very good imo, would be nice to see alu 5052 or CF as options, though I suppose it's not too difficult to just make your own.

xLeHoy:
10U support, based

flurples:

--- Quote from: offbrandbiscuit on Fri, 28 June 2024, 03:19:09 ---
Yeah, the fact that you kind of have to us a proprietary PCB for WKL/HHKB drop-in mount anyway kind of makes me wish he just made it 6u. I'm still interested in this though since it's well-priced and a nice-looking HHKB (can never have enough of those!)

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Even though I do love a classic 6u HHKB, I decided to opt for 7u as one of my goals for this project was for it to be more accessible to everyone, and 6u spacebars / stabilizers are slightly harder to come by.


--- Quote ---though hopefully Flurp will consider other plate materials besides just PC and brass. PC plate in a PC board usually doesn't sound very good imo, would be nice to see alu 5052 or CF as options, though I suppose it's not too difficult to just make your own.
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I am open to including more plate options! If enough people are interested, I can definitely get more options to happen. Thank you for your feedback!

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