[IC] Microdox IC (58-Key Ergodox)

[JorisBoers]

Hello Geekhack,

[IC form] http://goo.gl/forms/CCZICbR13G

[Album] http://imgur.com/a/5A3Mu

PietPtr and I are thinking of running a GB for a 58-key version of the Ergodox.

So basicly it is the ErgoDox without the 1u thumb cluster key and the bottom row. He has an album ready with how it should look since he has build one for himself already.

This group buy will be for a kit containing the following:

- An acrylic case and plate
- Nuts and bolts to secure the case
- 2 Arduino Pro Micros, optionally with firmware already flashed on them.
- Male and female headers for the Pro Micros
- A cable to connect the two halves
- Rubber feet
- 100 Diodes

What you'd need to buy yourself if you decide you want to build it on your own:

- 58 Cherry MX compatible switches
- Wires
- Solder
 
We will also be able to build the board for you, but that will be more expensive.

Let us know what you think of this in the Google form at the top of the post, all feedback is appreciated.

Cheers

Link to Reddit: https://www.reddit.com/r/mechmarket/comments/48okq9/ic_microdox_ic_58key_ergodox/

Link to DeskThority: https://deskthority.net/group-buys-f50/topic-t13074.html

[UsualSuspectXXX]

IC submitted. Good luck to you guys!

[balthaz4r]

I'm interested! Submitted my IC form.

1. Why did you choose to put 1.25U(?) keys on the outer edge columns? Why not just make them 1U since no one will be hitting the outer edges of these keys anyway.
2. Will you have some option for tenting the halves, or at least have compatible holes in the case so I can insert my own DIY standoffs without me adding extra holes?
3. Can you give a link to the proposed default keymap?

Thanks!

[Parod]

I'm interested.

What's the keymap like on the prototype?

My only complaint is that the 1.25 keys aren't compatible with complete ergodox sets, but w/e

[PietPtr]

I'm interested! Submitted my IC form.

1. Why did you choose to put 1.25U(?) keys on the outer edge columns? Why not just make them 1U since no one will be hitting the outer edges of these keys anyway.
2. Will you have some option for tenting the halves, or at least have compatible holes in the case so I can insert my own DIY standoffs without me adding extra holes?
3. Can you give a link to the proposed default keymap?

Thanks!

I'm interested.

What's the keymap like on the prototype?

My only complaint is that the 1.25 keys aren't compatible with complete ergodox sets, but w/e

1. I think I'll be changing them to 1.5u for keyset compatibility
2. I'd love to add this feature! I'll have to look into how exactly the Ergodox does this though.
3. http://www.keyboard-layout-editor.com/#/gists/fe5fff168190d53d1c3d This is what I am currently using, but it's still changing a lot. I realize that this keymap isn't ideal for most people, so all suggestions for a default keymap are welcome!

[simonyunhe]

I'm interested! Submitted my IC form.

1. Why did you choose to put 1.25U(?) keys on the outer edge columns? Why not just make them 1U since no one will be hitting the outer edges of these keys anyway.
2. Will you have some option for tenting the halves, or at least have compatible holes in the case so I can insert my own DIY standoffs without me adding extra holes?
3. Can you give a link to the proposed default keymap?

Thanks!

I'm interested.

What's the keymap like on the prototype?

My only complaint is that the 1.25 keys aren't compatible with complete ergodox sets, but w/e

1. I think I'll be changing them to 1.5u for keyset compatibility
2. I'd love to add this feature! I'll have to look into how exactly the Ergodox does this though.
3. http://www.keyboard-layout-editor.com/#/gists/fe5fff168190d53d1c3d This is what I am currently using, but it's still changing a lot. I realize that this keymap isn't ideal for most people, so all suggestions for a default keymap are welcome!

I'm also think about 1u key for the side, so people can use kit from Plank/Adapter for key compatibility.

[PietPtr]

I'm interested! Submitted my IC form.

1. Why did you choose to put 1.25U(?) keys on the outer edge columns? Why not just make them 1U since no one will be hitting the outer edges of these keys anyway.
2. Will you have some option for tenting the halves, or at least have compatible holes in the case so I can insert my own DIY standoffs without me adding extra holes?
3. Can you give a link to the proposed default keymap?

Thanks!

I'm interested.

What's the keymap like on the prototype?

My only complaint is that the 1.25 keys aren't compatible with complete ergodox sets, but w/e

1. I think I'll be changing them to 1.5u for keyset compatibility
2. I'd love to add this feature! I'll have to look into how exactly the Ergodox does this though.
3. http://www.keyboard-layout-editor.com/#/gists/fe5fff168190d53d1c3d This is what I am currently using, but it's still changing a lot. I realize that this keymap isn't ideal for most people, so all suggestions for a default keymap are welcome!

I'm also think about 1u key for the side, so people can use kit from Plank/Adapter for key compatibility.

Would a planck kit have enough 1.5u keys though?