[SPRiT] R1 R2 (Shipping 92% Completed)

[hermith]

Isn't 45 USD for 90 MX switches really cheap? I'm relatively new to the scene but that seems very cheap, don't they usually go for 1.25-2 USD per switch?

[sprit]

Isn't 45 USD for 90 MX switches really cheap? I'm relatively new to the scene but that seems very cheap, don't they usually go for 1.25-2 USD per switch?

I get it From Hongkong.

[hermith]

Okay cool. Is it the same PCB for ISO as for ANSI, not special I have to note on the order form?

[kenmai9]

Is anyone offering switches and assembly service for this group buy?

[dorkvader]

Isn't 45 USD for 90 MX switches really cheap? I'm relatively new to the scene but that seems very cheap, don't they usually go for 1.25-2 USD per switch?

Unless you are looking for uncommon switches like whites, they are usually less than that.

Sprit's price of $45 for 90 switches is a good deal, similar to MK's listing of clears.

[Kit-Bar]

What benefits does the 4mm plate vrs the 2mm plate have? And what are the difference between the poly acrylic and acrylic plates? Sorry im new to this. I want to make one of these
Also does this come with the LEDs or do we have to buy the LEDs separately? reread the original post

[sprit]

4mm plates sounds really thick.  Is anyone getting those as well?  What's the difference between PolyAcry and PolyCarb?  I know they are different materials, but has anyone used both?

Edit: Ordered!

http://www1.kbdmania.net/xe/freeboard/7302594


The Maximum thickness for MX is 5mm.    In this GB,

1. Acryl Plate : 5mm (5T) thick :  In My Opinion :  Strong and Soft, Rigid enough ...
2. PolyCarbon : 1.6mm thick :  In My Opinion : quite Strong and flexible, ... 
3. Alu Metal  :  1.6mm thick :  In My Opinion : Noisy, Not Strong enough, we know its pros and cons.   
4. Alu Metal  :   4mm + 1mm PolyAcryl  : In My Opinion :   Armour itself. 

[Zeal]

I have a question Sprit. How does a multi colour LED fit in a MX switch? Or does it go somewhere else?

[elllit]

Ok, ordered 2x60%with keys (clears and browns), leds (red and blue) and plates (5mm acryl red, 4 mm alu gun metal).

Now to the cases... this is gonna be expensive.

[xandr]

Are the plates universal for ANSI and ISO?

[longweight]

New order submitted

[jdcarpe]

Ordered

[longweight]

If we get multicolour LEDs can we control the colour output from them with the PCB?

[pasph]

On Nov.19 you open payments only for layouts that hit the MOQ right?

[fuus]

Order resubmitted! This looks AMAZING Sprit!

[tjweir]

Order resubmitted!

Sweet.

[Computer-Lab in Basement]

this is gonna be expensive.

Welcome to Geekhack! (or should I say Wallethack) )

[sprit]

If we get multicolour LEDs can we control the colour output from them with the PCB?

Yes!  Sir ! 
And the Multicolour LEDs  Control ItSelf !!     

Reference !

http://geekhack.org/index.php?topic=35864.msg1118856#msg1118856

http://www1.kbdmania.net/xe/photo/7647437

A.87 PCB    by Bro. Lewi     (aka  써러써러 시로씨로 베리 하드 막씸 쎈횽니무스) = A Notorious Korean Stand Up Comedian.



 

[sprit]

I have a question Sprit. How does a multi colour LED fit in a MX switch? Or does it go somewhere else?

Same as Normal LEDs.


https://www.google.co.kr/search?q=multicolor+Led&newwindow=1&espv=210&es_sm=122&source=lnms&tbm=isch&sa=X&ei=-XiJUvWuCMnFkgXJjYHABQ&ved=0CAkQ_AUoAQ&biw=1429&bih=891


    M = Multi LEDs

[Kit-Bar]

I think im going to go for the 87. I have never made one of these before but I think it will be fun! I hope this isnt too crazy haha I was initially going to get a 60 as well but I think I should try 1 first then decide if I want to make another at a later date if you have another GB. or maybe ill get both... not sure lol

[swill]

Sprit, I have a question about the plates.  In some of the previous comments you have mentioned that the plates are 'like the phantom', which I understood to include cutouts so the switch tops can be removed.

None of the plates I have seen you link images to have cutouts for the switches to be removed.  I would like to verify that the plates have cutouts so the switch tops can be removed without having to desolder from the PCB.

Thanks...

[sprit]

Sprit, I have a question about the plates.  In some of the previous comments you have mentioned that the plates are 'like the phantom', which I understood to include cutouts so the switch tops can be removed.

None of the plates I have seen you link images to have cutouts for the switches to be removed.  I would like to verify that the plates have cutouts so the switch tops can be removed without having to desolder from the PCB.

Thanks...

Please Bet On Me !       I prefer the plates have cutouts so the switch tops can be removed without having to de-solder from the PCB,  As You Beautifully Pointed Out ! 

[sprit]

For Your Reference

[Kit-Bar]

dont we have to remove the plate if we insert LEDs though? ie desolder everything

[sprit]

KryTox 103  104  105       http://www1.kbdmania.net/xe/photo/7639160   

 

[swill]

I have a question Sprit. How does a multi colour LED fit in a MX switch? Or does it go somewhere else?

Same as Normal LEDs.


https://www.google.co.kr/search?q=multicolor+Led&newwindow=1&espv=210&es_sm=122&source=lnms&tbm=isch&sa=X&ei=-XiJUvWuCMnFkgXJjYHABQ&ved=0CAkQ_AUoAQ&biw=1429&bih=891


(Attachment Link)     (Attachment Link)   M = Multi LEDs

What plate is this?  It is like a 75% but with an extra row of 1x1 keys on the left.  And it doesn't have cutouts. 

[Zeal]

I have a question Sprit. How does a multi colour LED fit in a MX switch? Or does it go somewhere else?

Same as Normal LEDs.


https://www.google.co.kr/search?q=multicolor+Led&newwindow=1&espv=210&es_sm=122&source=lnms&tbm=isch&sa=X&ei=-XiJUvWuCMnFkgXJjYHABQ&ved=0CAkQ_AUoAQ&biw=1429&bih=891


(Attachment Link)     (Attachment Link) M = Multi LEDs

I thought multi LEDs have 4 legs? A cherry MX switch only has 2 cutout holes...Did someone invent a 2 leg multi-LED?

[sprit]

I have a question Sprit. How does a multi colour LED fit in a MX switch? Or does it go somewhere else?

Same as Normal LEDs.


https://www.google.co.kr/search?q=multicolor+Led&newwindow=1&espv=210&es_sm=122&source=lnms&tbm=isch&sa=X&ei=-XiJUvWuCMnFkgXJjYHABQ&ved=0CAkQ_AUoAQ&biw=1429&bih=891


(Attachment Link)     (Attachment Link) M = Multi LEDs

I thought multi LEDs have 4 legs? A cherry MX switch only has 2 cutout holes...Did someone invent a 2 leg multi-LED?

http://www.ebay.com/bhp/2-pin-rgb-led

https://www.google.co.kr/search?q=multicolor+Led&newwindow=1&espv=210&es_sm=122&source=lnms&tbm=isch&sa=X&ei=-XiJUvWuCMnFkgXJjYHABQ&ved=0CAkQ_AUoAQ&biw=1429&bih=891#es_sm=122&espv=210&newwindow=1&q=multicolor+Led+2pin&tbm=isch

[mickd]

The order form is missing a line in the address for the building name.

Should I just write it into the street line?

[keymaster]

Maybe I'm not looking carefully enough, but can someone point me to pictures of the different types of plates? I see pictures of cases and PCBs but no plates.

[sprit]

The order form is missing a line in the address for the building name.

Should I just write it into the street line?

OK  Sure !  Mr!   
As we know, the Address Form differ in Every Country.

[sprit]

Maybe I'm not looking carefully enough, but can someone point me to pictures of the different types of plates? I see pictures of cases and PCBs but no plates.

Terribly Sorry for that!   

When it meets the MOQ, and Produced and Anodized well, I will Show You Guys.   It's Phantom Style!   We know well what it is.

[keymaster]

Maybe I'm not looking carefully enough, but can someone point me to pictures of the different types of plates? I see pictures of cases and PCBs but no plates.

Terribly Sorry for that!   

When it meets the MOQ, and Produced and Anodized well, I will Show You Guys.   It's Phantom Style!   We know well what it is.

Doesn't matter. I ordered anyway. 87 is glorious 

Edit: I might have to change some things since the format is a little confusing

[phatdood9]

Any way you can split the cherry mx switches to 45 qty? I only need a few reds for modifiers and clear for the rest

Also, are cherry mx switches plate mount or pcb mount?

Thanks for organizing this

[keymaster]

I'm such a noob when it comes to this.

What plates do I order to replicate this? I want to have black top, clear middle, and black bottom.

[sprit]

Any way you can split the cherry mx switches to 45 qty? I only need a few reds for modifiers and clear for the rest

Also, are cherry mx switches plate mount or pcb mount?

Thanks for organizing this

Not a problem at All !!      Please Write down on your Order Form ~   Cherry mx switches are Both plate mount And pcb mount.   I will check this option and again when I send Invoice to You.

[sprit]

I'm such a noob when it comes to this.

What plates do I order to replicate this? I want to have black top, clear middle, and black bottom.

Show Image

And  You will get a Black H-Beam separating the Function Row,  Num Pad, and Arrows. This inclued in Your Case Price  80 USD. 

THe Plate...  IF I Should recommend a Plate for Your Black match, 
 
1.   Black PCB + Clear Plate 
2.   White PCB + Clear Plate   /    White PCB + White Plate 
3.   Red PCB + Clear Plate  ?  Your favorite?     
4.  Blue PCB + Clear Plate 
5.   Black PCB + Clear Plate  /Black PCB + Black Plate   

[Fritz]

Can you order just switches and springs?

[sprit]

Can you order just switches and springs?

Sure!   

[Fritz]

Thanks!

[kektr0city]

Are you offering 60% plates?

[sprit]

Are you offering 60% plates?

Sure !  Mr.!   and three different materials : PolyAcryl 4.5~5mm, PolyCarbonate 1.6mm, Alu metal 1.6~2.0mm,  Alu 4mm.

[sprit]

OK.  Osxoep  I got Your Order!

[xandr]

Okay, maybe I'm missing it somewhere, but are the plates universal to support ANSI and ISO at the same time, or do we have to specify the layout in the order somewhere, Sprit?

[kektr0city]

Are you offering 60% plates?

Sure !  Mr.!   and three different materials : PolyAcryl 4.5~5mm, PolyCarbonate 1.6mm, Alu metal 1.6~2.0mm,  Alu 4mm.

What are the 60% layout options?

[fatchoi]

4mm plates sounds really thick.  Is anyone getting those as well?  What's the difference between PolyAcry and PolyCarb?  I know they are different materials, but has anyone used both?

Edit: Ordered!

http://www1.kbdmania.net/xe/freeboard/7302594


The Maximum thickness for MX is 5mm.    In this GB,

1. Acryl Plate : 5mm (5T) thick :  In My Opinion :  Strong and Soft, Rigid enough ...
2. PolyCarbon : 1.6mm thick :  In My Opinion : quite Strong and flexible, ... 
3. Alu Metal  :  1.6mm thick :  In My Opinion : Noisy, Not Strong enough, we know its pros and cons.   
4. Alu Metal  :   4mm + 1mm PolyAcryl  : In My Opinion :   Armour itself. 

Oops, after reading your post, I've changed my mind in which plate to order...
And I'm thinking about ordering a few more switches.

How do I change my order please?

[roadblock2thesun]

Are there different plates for 87 key, 86 key, 84 key layouts?

[osxoep]

OK.  Osxoep  I got Your Order!

nice. I hope it was all okay

[keymaster]

I'm such a noob when it comes to this.

What plates do I order to replicate this? I want to have black top, clear middle, and black bottom.

Show Image

And  You will get a Black H-Beam separating the Function Row,  Num Pad, and Arrows. This inclued in Your Case Price  80 USD. 

THe Plate...  IF I Should recommend a Plate for Your Black match, 
 
1.   Black PCB + Clear Plate 
2.   White PCB + Clear Plate   /    White PCB + White Plate 
3.   Red PCB + Clear Plate  ?  Your favorite?     
4.  Blue PCB + Clear Plate 
5.   Black PCB + Clear Plate  /Black PCB + Black Plate   

What is 'Black H-Beam'?

[Grendel]

Ordered  60% and 110% PCB + Al plates, 110 red LEDs, 110 white LEDs.