Post by: ai03 on Fri, 18 June 2021, 10:52:05
(https://i.imgur.com/sQpe0Zv.jpg)
Equinox XL
Equinox is back - The compact size and PCB-mount structure remain, but this time with more keys and a screwless exterior.
To stay up-to-date, it is highly recommended to join either ai03's (https://ai03.com/Discord) or ION Keyboard's (https://discord.gg/jyFVCaA) Discord server.
(https://i.imgur.com/Yqgq8yL.png)
Visible Evolution
The proven tabbed-gasket PCB mount structure from the original Equinox remains, offering an unusual yet comfortable typing feel designed primarily for plateless use.
Equinox XL has been updated from the original with a seamless design and internal screws, making the exterior clean and sleek from any angle.
(https://i.imgur.com/EX7L6qH.jpg)
From the Desk to the World
The compact yet functional 50% key layout of the Equinox XL allows for easy migration from larger layouts while also ensuring compatibility with many keysets.
An internal brass weight balances the board’s mass - just light enough for portability, and just heavy enough for stability during use.
(https://i.imgur.com/4pmW0m1.png)
Tailored to the Occasion
Choose between winkey and winkeyless variants to choose between maximum functionality and a classic aesthetic.
The PCB allows for 3U-1U-3U split spacebar to extend productivity further without sacrificing the symmetrical aesthetic.
(https://i.imgur.com/rSHFadm.png)
Specifications
- Aluminum case, internal brass weight, manufactured by Salvun CNC
- Weight: ~670g for the case incl. internal weight
- PCB: Soldered (Non-hotswap)
- Case colors: TBA
- Case variants: Regular, winkeyless
- Cost: TBD
- GB Date: TBD
- Vendors: TBA
- Media coverage/streamer review: In the future
- Note: PCB-mounted structure. It is recommended to use PCB-mount switches without a plate.
If absolutely necessary, please use the bundled FR-4 plate, or cut a plate based on the provided plate files.
Layouts:
(https://i.imgur.com/RHenTa1.png)
Images
Yes, this board has already been prototyped.
Images are of the regular (non-winkeyless) variant prototype unit.
(https://i.imgur.com/WW3Iq5k.jpg)
(https://i.imgur.com/MyumPBR.jpg)
(https://i.imgur.com/0WloJ1i.png)
(https://i.imgur.com/s1fCKQK.jpg)
(https://i.imgur.com/oqn3B1o.jpg)
(https://i.imgur.com/MiKhX9w.jpg)
(https://i.imgur.com/AxsMdnx.jpg)
(https://i.imgur.com/5HOthaC.jpg)
Equinox XL
Equinox is back - The compact size and PCB-mount structure remain, but this time with more keys and a screwless exterior.
To stay up-to-date, it is highly recommended to join either ai03's (https://ai03.com/Discord) or ION Keyboard's (https://discord.gg/jyFVCaA) Discord server.
(https://i.imgur.com/Yqgq8yL.png)
Visible Evolution
The proven tabbed-gasket PCB mount structure from the original Equinox remains, offering an unusual yet comfortable typing feel designed primarily for plateless use.
Equinox XL has been updated from the original with a seamless design and internal screws, making the exterior clean and sleek from any angle.
(https://i.imgur.com/EX7L6qH.jpg)
From the Desk to the World
The compact yet functional 50% key layout of the Equinox XL allows for easy migration from larger layouts while also ensuring compatibility with many keysets.
An internal brass weight balances the board’s mass - just light enough for portability, and just heavy enough for stability during use.
(https://i.imgur.com/4pmW0m1.png)
Tailored to the Occasion
Choose between winkey and winkeyless variants to choose between maximum functionality and a classic aesthetic.
The PCB allows for 3U-1U-3U split spacebar to extend productivity further without sacrificing the symmetrical aesthetic.
(https://i.imgur.com/rSHFadm.png)
Specifications
- Aluminum case, internal brass weight, manufactured by Salvun CNC
- Weight: ~670g for the case incl. internal weight
- PCB: Soldered (Non-hotswap)
- Case colors: TBA
- Case variants: Regular, winkeyless
- Cost: TBD
- GB Date: TBD
- Vendors: TBA
- Media coverage/streamer review: In the future
- Note: PCB-mounted structure. It is recommended to use PCB-mount switches without a plate.
If absolutely necessary, please use the bundled FR-4 plate, or cut a plate based on the provided plate files.
Layouts:
(https://i.imgur.com/RHenTa1.png)
Images
Yes, this board has already been prototyped.
Images are of the regular (non-winkeyless) variant prototype unit.
(https://i.imgur.com/WW3Iq5k.jpg)
(https://i.imgur.com/MyumPBR.jpg)
(https://i.imgur.com/0WloJ1i.png)
(https://i.imgur.com/s1fCKQK.jpg)
(https://i.imgur.com/oqn3B1o.jpg)
(https://i.imgur.com/MiKhX9w.jpg)
(https://i.imgur.com/AxsMdnx.jpg)
(https://i.imgur.com/5HOthaC.jpg)
Post by: Pwner on Fri, 18 June 2021, 10:52:20
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Post by: Tuba_Joe on Fri, 18 June 2021, 11:08:33
Really dig this
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Post by: JoltFX on Fri, 18 June 2021, 11:48:03
how do you type numbersLayers that work through holding or toggling a key. Like Fn
Post by: Kokaloo on Fri, 18 June 2021, 11:49:29
Woah that sounds way too intense for me! You have to be an absolute weirdo to not have all of your keys.how do you type numbersLayers that work through holding or toggling a key. Like Fn
Post by: Ella on Fri, 18 June 2021, 11:52:12
no way, impossible :eek:how do you type numbersLayers that work through holding or toggling a key. Like Fn
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Post by: Bub on Fri, 18 June 2021, 12:09:54
Woah that sounds way too intense for me! You have to be an absolute weirdo to not have all of your keys.how do you type numbersLayers that work through holding or toggling a key. Like Fn
lmao, never change, Kokaloo.
Personally this layout is a bit long for me, but not requiring a 40s kit is an obvious win to many. All-in-all if the price is right, this is a neat little package.
Post by: joshuarubin on Fri, 18 June 2021, 12:26:49
When’s the next round for Vega tho???
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Post by: clik_clak on Sun, 27 June 2021, 20:25:42
Wired board... but so nice :thumb: I am in :D
Of course it's a wired board. How many full aluminum and brass custom boards are wireless? I'll answer that for you...Zero. Metal boards do not work with wireless technology.
Post by: UGunaLOSE on Mon, 28 June 2021, 07:31:03
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Post by: Mecxs on Thu, 08 July 2021, 07:22:14
I love the idea of base kit compatibility, but for me it's a means to an end, and that end is having accented escape and accented enter.
Unfortunately, this has a 1.5u escape, which means I can't get that accent combo.
If this board had a 1u esc with a 0.5u blocker next to it, I'd buy it at pretty much any price.
Post by: William_S_Jones on Thu, 08 July 2021, 09:07:54
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Post by: honoka on Thu, 08 July 2021, 12:05:45
Love almost everything about this board.Use an ISO enter and you can get your accent
I love the idea of base kit compatibility, but for me it's a means to an end, and that end is having accented escape and accented enter.
Unfortunately, this has a 1.5u escape, which means I can't get that accent combo.
If this board had a 1u esc with a 0.5u blocker next to it, I'd buy it at pretty much any price.
Post by: William_S_Jones on Thu, 08 July 2021, 12:11:45
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Post by: honoka on Thu, 08 July 2021, 12:26:04
Post by: joshuarubin on Thu, 08 July 2021, 12:55:15
I'm just pushing the feature of it being able to have an ISO enter. But I do get the point. 1.5u ESC is scary. I know I don't have any thing that would fit there
How about tab? Everyone's got that. As a (neo)vim user, I remap caps lock to LCTL_T(KC_ESC) which makes this layout pretty great.
Post by: clik_clak on Thu, 08 July 2021, 13:33:46
I'm just pushing the feature of it being able to have an ISO enter. But I do get the point. 1.5u ESC is scary. I know I don't have any thing that would fit there
Can't think of a single keyset that doesn't come with a tab key...You know, the key that almost always goes in that position on 99% of keyboards
Post by: honoka on Thu, 08 July 2021, 13:51:43
this is that one percent my dude.I'm just pushing the feature of it being able to have an ISO enter. But I do get the point. 1.5u ESC is scary. I know I don't have any thing that would fit there
Can't think of a single keyset that doesn't come with a tab key...You know, the key that almost always goes in that position on 99% of keyboards
im gonna take it as you being funny, but physical fit is not an issue.
but go find me a set that has a 1.5u R2 ESC.
it's fine if you don't.
Post by: clik_clak on Thu, 08 July 2021, 13:53:31
this is that one percent my dude.I'm just pushing the feature of it being able to have an ISO enter. But I do get the point. 1.5u ESC is scary. I know I don't have any thing that would fit there
Can't think of a single keyset that doesn't come with a tab key...You know, the key that almost always goes in that position on 99% of keyboards
im gonna take it as you being funny, but physical fit is not an issue.
but go find me a set that has a 1.5u R2 ESC.
it's fine if you don't.
This is NOT one of those circumstances. A tab key will fit absolutely fine in that position, regardless of the text/icon on it. The key will function the same no matter if the text is wrong.
Post by: honoka on Thu, 08 July 2021, 13:58:00
Post by: clik_clak on Thu, 08 July 2021, 14:03:35
are you sure? because I want it to be an escape key. btw, how do you type numbers on this keyboard?
That's nice you want it to be an esc key...Again, it doesn't matter what the cap is labeled as, it still functions as whatever you have it programmed to.
And are you serious about how do you use numbers? You do know that modern custom keyboards have programming that allow you to set layers/key combos/literally any key to anything you want. You can make any key on the keyboard into any number you want, you could replace every key with the number 1 if you wanted.
Maybe this board isn't for you.
Post by: Mecxs on Fri, 09 July 2021, 16:40:36
are you sure? because I want it to be an escape key. btw, how do you type numbers on this keyboard?
That's nice you want it to be an esc key...Again, it doesn't matter what the cap is labeled as, it still functions as whatever you have it programmed to.
And are you serious about how do you use numbers? You do know that modern custom keyboards have programming that allow you to set layers/key combos/literally any key to anything you want. You can make any key on the keyboard into any number you want, you could replace every key with the number 1 if you wanted.
Maybe this board isn't for you.
I think you're having your leg pulled, mate, haha.
I don't mind not having legend compatibility, but I do like that pop of colour in the top left.
This might actually be a nice board for a gradient set. KAT Great Wave. Splishy splashy.
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Post by: tobiasvl on Mon, 26 July 2021, 14:25:18
Would be amazing if it supported an HHKB/Tsangan bottom row too though
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Post by: treeleaf64 on Wed, 28 July 2021, 19:23:46
Then what exactly is the normal equinox size ?
Post by: itsmartin on Wed, 28 July 2021, 20:35:38
If this is an equinox XL
Then what exactly is the normal equinox size ?
https://geekhack.org/index.php?topic=101303.0
Post by: steebs on Thu, 29 July 2021, 15:42:23
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Post by: Wazazaby on Fri, 30 July 2021, 04:50:57
Prototype build in Salvation Blue. Details HERE (https://www.reddit.com/r/CustomKeyboards/comments/orysal/equinox_xl_prototype/). Build stream HERE (https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=9OPbFYMSwqE)Show Image(https://i.imgur.com/WTDtumk.jpg)Show Image(https://i.imgur.com/7diG9sT.jpg)Show Image(https://i.imgur.com/RFdCWfm.jpg)Show Image(https://i.imgur.com/L9Z1mqs.jpg)Show Image(https://i.imgur.com/5h6FwHg.jpg)Show Image(https://i.imgur.com/2VkTsi9.jpg)Show Image(https://i.imgur.com/nOQGUa0.jpg)Show Image(https://i.imgur.com/jYbQlJT.jpg)
That blue is gorgeous :O
I'm in for an Equinox XL as well :)
Post by: treeleaf64 on Fri, 30 July 2021, 21:23:51
If this is an equinox XL
Then what exactly is the normal equinox size ?
https://geekhack.org/index.php?topic=101303.0
Oh, I thought these two were the same thing, a long look at them told me otherwise Thank you sir Yay
Post by: chinchilla on Sat, 31 July 2021, 07:15:58
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Post by: Chingu on Tue, 10 August 2021, 15:25:58
Hopefully there will be an EU vendor.
Post by: ESJvR on Tue, 10 August 2021, 15:29:51
Very interested! The salvation blue case looks gorgeous.Salvun is the EU vendor
Hopefully there will be an EU vendor.
Post by: Curin Derwin on Sat, 21 August 2021, 23:59:19
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Post by: Eoen on Thu, 26 August 2021, 08:19:31
What's the GMK set on the blue?
GMK Hydro
Post by: twitchytheinsideman on Sun, 04 December 2022, 12:38:54