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[IC] Stepped Caps Lock Adapter - GMK/Cherry Profile
autobot:
So I looove the look of a Cherry Profile Stepped Caps lock Adapter, but am bummed that it's only available as a Staggered Stem!
I saw there's a mod one can do. Cutting off the stem isn't too hard, but aligning the keycap to the rest of the row is very difficult to get right. I'd like to make the process easier, and easier to go back to a staggered stem as well.
Parts can be made-to-order from Shapeways.
Streamlined Mod Process
1. Order a part from Shapeways, receive part.
2. Cut off the stem from your caps lock keycap. Surface should be flat/flush.
3. Glue adapter to the bottom of the keycap. The adapter would be a snug fit, so all alignment is done with the mating of the adapter and keycap.
4. You're done!
Would this be something you guys would be interested in?
Some images below. 3D isn't to scale yet, just wanted to quickly mock this up:
Version 1, LED cutout for windowed caps lock, will chamfer the LED cutout to minimize shadows in the indicator
Highlighted in blue are the surfaces you put the glue on to adhere to keycap.
Version 1 (left) converts to center stem.
Version 2 (right) converts back to staggered stem.
heedpantsnow:
Well that's very interesting! How well do the 3D printed stems work on switches?
autobot:
--- Quote from: heedpantsnow on Tue, 21 March 2017, 12:54:40 ---Well that's very interesting! How well do the 3D printed stems work on switches?
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Thanks! Hard to tell, but I can experiment with different types of build material. My gut tells me the strong/flexible (nylon) would be ideal for durability. I would also have ribs around the stem for increased rigidity. The rough finish also makes it perfect for a strong glue bond.
nightdriver:
how about something that doesn't require me permanently damaging the keycap? it seems like there's some way you could get a plastic piece that slides over the existing stem...
gnmar2723:
--- Quote from: nightdriver on Mon, 27 March 2017, 21:58:21 ---how about something that doesn't require me permanently damaging the keycap? it seems like there's some way you could get a plastic piece that slides over the existing stem...
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That would hit the new switch housing though, wouldn't it?
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