HS60 PCB - Hotswap 60% with SMD RGB LED's (V3 Shipping Soon)

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Exclusive Hotswappable SMD RGB LED 60% Keyboard in ANSI, ISO, or HHKB. Supports QMK. Developed in partnership with Yiancar
Fits all standard and aftermarket 60% cases.

SEE MORE FOR FAQ’S
The PCB is compatible with QMK firmware. The PCB will ship fully complete, with all components in place.
V2 will include an ARM processor, and Matte Black finish.

This preorder will run for 2 weeks. Looking at delivery 8 weeks from now (18-25th Dec)

Ordering from Australia/NZ? – PREORDER FROM DAILYCLACK
Ordering from Canada? – PREORDER FROM MECHKEYS.CA
Ordering from the US? – PREORDER LINK SOON

Did you order the V1? Get £15 off when ordering by entering your OLD order number in the notes section. We’ll then manually apply the discount after purchase. Order must be placed through Mechboards.co.uk

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Q1: What about other layouts?
A1: We now have ANSI, ISO, HHKB layouts. We’re sticking with standard layouts for now, as we can’t add multiple layouts to the same PCB as the hotswap sockets can’t overlap. Trying to cover all possible layouts would be impossible so it’s standard for now. if there are enough people wanting other layouts, we may look into them.

 

Q2: What happened to the upside down esc and 1 keys?
A2: It’s due to the placement of the USB connector following the universal GH60 standard. The hotswap sockets can’t fit otherwise!

 

Q3: Is it difficult to collect all the parts needed for a full keyboard and to put it together using this PCB?
A3: Any other 60% case you find that has standard mount holes, and any standard plate, will work with this PCB

 

Q4: Does it have underglow?
A4: No as the power draw for all the in-switch LED’s is quite high already. There are exposed pins to add underglow RGB strips, but this is experimental and up to the user.

 

Q4: Can I set the RGB?
A4: Yes! It comes with different styles as well as colour picker. QMK community is working toward a hosted software to do that as well but its still under development.

 

Q5: USB-C? or Mini
A5: Mini for now

 

Q6: Do i need diodes, resistors, etc?
A6: The board is fully complete and ready to go!

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Hotswap 60% in standard ANSI or ISO layouts. Fully soldered PCB with in-switch SMD RGB LED's, which fits all standard 60% cases and plates.
White PCB. Designed and assembled in the UK. QMK Support.

GB will run for 3 weeks (End 27th April) and looking to ship 2-3 weeks after for mid May release





2 versions:
ANSI in standard 60% layout
ISO in standard 60% layout

£50 for Group Buy, £65 after (plus shipping) - NEWS - We now have an NA proxy! thekey.company will be handling all orders to North America. Therefore I will be refunding shipping (besides £2.50 to cover my shipping to TKC) in due course and then TKC will send a separate invoice prior to final shipment. This will lower the shipping costs considerably.

https://mechboards.co.uk/shop/parts/hs60-pcb/

This will first be a GB and then stocked all the time at Mechboards.co.uk

We're also looking for non-EU stockists!

More images and details soon

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Q1: What about split shift/split backspace/other layouts?

A1: We’re sticking with standard layouts for now, as we can’t add multiple layouts to the same PCB as the hotswap sockets can’t overlap. Trying to cover all possible layouts would be impossible so it’s standard for now. if there are enough people wanting other layouts, we may look into them.

Q2: What happened to the upside down esc and 1 keys?

A2: It’s due to the placement of the USB connector. The hotswap sockets can’t fit otherwise!

Q3: Is it difficult to collect all the parts needed for a full keyboard and to put it together using this PCB?

A3: Any other 60% case you find that has standard mount holes, and any standard plate, will work with this PCB

Q4: Does it have underglow?

A4: No as the power draw for all the in-switch LED’s is quite high already

Q5: USB-C? or Mini

A5: Mini for now

Q6: Do i need diodes, resistors, etc?

A6: The board is fully complete and ready to go!

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Some development pictures

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Approved!

[Unforgivable]

This is pretty nice!

Would love to see a HHKB + Winkeyless combo though.

Basically the HHKB layout, but with 1.5/1/1.5/7/1.5/1/1.5 bottom row layout, so there are no issues with the sockets and can be used in both manners. Would this be possible?

[Perfex]

Instant buy if it supported HHKB layout.

[kmba]

Agreed on the hhkb/wkl support. Split shift, split backspace, wkl bottom.

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Thanks for the comments guys. We've already got 2 PCB's for ANSI and ISO, and if we wanted one to include split shift and split bspace, that would be 4. To add HHKB/WKL to the mix, that would be 8 different PCB's to cover all variants. We will look into different layouts further down the line if they become really popular, but for now standard is the best approach

Because of the hotswap sockets, it's pretty impossible to add other layouts to the same PCB (and we'll be selling these fully soldered/built)

Cheers!

[enrique.aliaga]

Hi! Couple questions:

1. What kind of hot-swap sockets does this PCB have? Does it use "holtites"? Or does it use the Kailh hot-swap sockets (used by the K-Type, among others)?
2. Would it be possible to swap the stock PCB that comes with a Pok3r for this one? My goal is to have hot-swappability.

The project looks great, BTW! I wish you all the best.

Thanks!

[Perfex]

Thanks for the comments guys. We've already got 2 PCB's for ANSI and ISO, and if we wanted one to include split shift and split bspace, that would be 4. To add HHKB/WKL to the mix, that would be 8 different PCB's to cover all variants. We will look into different layouts further down the line if they become really popular, but for now standard is the best approach

Because of the hotswap sockets, it's pretty impossible to add other layouts to the same PCB (and we'll be selling these fully soldered/built)

Cheers!

I completely understand and agree that the layouts you chose is the best route to take for the time being, good luck with the sale

[odd]

Agreed on the hhkb/wkl support. Split shift, split backspace, wkl bottom.

Go buy a Zeal 60 then

[yiancar]

Hi! Couple questions:

1. What kind of hot-swap sockets does this PCB have? Does it use "holtites"? Or does it use the Kailh hot-swap sockets (used by the K-Type, among others)?
2. Would it be possible to swap the stock PCB that comes with a Pok3r for this one? My goal is to have hot-swappability.

The project looks great, BTW! I wish you all the best.

Thanks!

1. It has Kailh sockets
2. Highly likely it has the standard mounting holes as GH60 etc.

[befbef]

USB-C and I take 3.

[enrique.aliaga]

1. It has Kailh sockets
2. Highly likely it has the standard mounting holes as GH60 etc.

That's great! I just joined the GB. My plan is to replace the stock Pok3r PCB with this one.

[kmba]

Agreed on the hhkb/wkl support. Split shift, split backspace, wkl bottom.

Go buy a Zeal 60 then

Not hot swap and $55 more, but great advice

[Puddsy]

kailh hotswap sockets don't allow for layout choices, so this is the best you'll be able to get with that requirement

[ArchDill]

Instant buy if it supported HHKB layout.

SAME.

I could care less about the LED's. Just having the hot swap would be nice.

[kmba]

kailh hotswap sockets don't allow for layout choices, so this is the best you'll be able to get with that requirement

In the FAQ he says if enough people are interested in alternate layout on a new PCB he will look into it. People are just voicing that interest.

[Puddsy]

kailh hotswap sockets don't allow for layout choices, so this is the best you'll be able to get with that requirement

In the FAQ he says if enough people are interested in alternate layout on a new PCB he will look into it. People are just voicing that interest.

i was just explaining why it's not there

i probably wouldn't buy an HHKB layout PCB, but i'm not the biggest fan of hotswap (just personal taste, the kailh hotswap sockets are a good implementation)

GLWGB, mechboards

[befbef]

but i'm not the biggest fan of hotswap

Why? Do you feel the difference?

[Puddsy]

but i'm not the biggest fan of hotswap

Why? Do you feel the difference?

just personal taste, i'm a bit of an elitist

i see the merit in it

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kailh hotswap sockets don't allow for layout choices, so this is the best you'll be able to get with that requirement

In the FAQ he says if enough people are interested in alternate layout on a new PCB he will look into it. People are just voicing that interest.

i was just explaining why it's not there

i probably wouldn't buy an HHKB layout PCB, but i'm not the biggest fan of hotswap (just personal taste, the kailh hotswap sockets are a good implementation)

GLWGB, mechboards

Thanks man! This is more for the beginners in buildling a keyboard, and for people who can't make a decision about which switch they want

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GB update - 25 Sold, 25 to go.

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Images update - https://imgur.com/a/0FphN

[enrique.aliaga]

Oh wow! Looks sweeeet.

BTW, does this PCB support GMK screw-in stabilizers?

[Jae-3soteric]

Oh wow! Looks sweeeet.

BTW, does this PCB support GMK screw-in stabilizers?

I’ve watched the development of the board through David and Yiancar and it should do - I’m getting a prototype to test tomorrow direct from David so will confirm for sure then.

Additionally I’ll be streaming a live build of the HS60 with /u/Meliewx from the MKUK community a week on Saturday!!


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The PCB will allow GMK screw-in stabilisers

[enrique.aliaga]

The PCB will allow GMK screw-in stabilisers

Awesome! Thanks for the response.

Would it be possible to combine this PCB with GMK screw-in stabilizers and the plate from a Pok3r?

I think I would have to discard the Pok3r’s stock Cherry plate-mount stabilizers. Right?

Or would I be better off buying a separate plate just for this build?

Thanks for the guidance.


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The PCB will allow GMK screw-in stabilisers

Awesome! Thanks for the response.

Would it be possible to combine this PCB with GMK screw-in stabilizers and the plate from a Pok3r?

I think I would have to discard the Pok3r’s stock Cherry plate-mount stabilizers. Right?

Or would I be better off buying a separate plate just for this build?

Thanks for the guidance.


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Yes! All plates and cases for a standard 60% work with this PCB. We're also running a GB for Screw-ins at the moment if you need them.

[enrique.aliaga]

Yes! I have joined the GB of those stabilizers, too!


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[pon10]

Is the pcb only with "RAW" QMK support?  or does it comes with some predefined layouts & LED settings which is slightly easy accessible in some way
( sry.. My QMK learning patience/time is no more )

[Vadurr]

Def in for a few if HHKB becomes an option

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Is the pcb only with "RAW" QMK support?  or does it comes with some predefined layouts & LED settings which is slightly easy accessible in some way
( sry.. My QMK learning patience/time is no more )

It comes with a lot of preset settings and profiles

[Anaconda]

I would like to see an ISO only plate on your website. Universal plate might be really loose with kailh hotswap sockets for a 60% board. There is really no one selling ISO only plates any where.

[pon10]

I would like to see an ISO only plate on your website. Universal plate might be really loose with kailh hotswap sockets for a 60% board. There is really no one selling ISO only plates any where.

Try 1upkeyboards.. They seem to have a ISO PRO PLATE. 

[Jae-3soteric]

I would like to see an ISO only plate on your website. Universal plate might be really loose with kailh hotswap sockets for a 60% board. There is really no one selling ISO only plates any where.

It’s something I’ve mentioned to David as well. I’m doing a livestream build of a prototype HS60 a week today with Meliewx - we will be using a universal plate so will be able to confirm then


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NEWS - We now have an NA proxy! thekey.company will be handling all orders to North America. Therefore I will be refunding shipping (besides £2.50 to cover my shipping to TKC) in due course and then TKC will send a separate invoice prior to final shipment. This will lower the shipping costs considerably.

[enrique.aliaga]

I would like to see an ISO only plate on your website. Universal plate might be really loose with kailh hotswap sockets for a 60% board. There is really no one selling ISO only plates any where.

It’s something I’ve mentioned to David as well. I’m doing a livestream build of a prototype HS60 a week today with Meliewx - we will be using a universal plate so will be able to confirm then


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I’d love to watch that! Where can I find it?


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[enrique.aliaga]

NEWS - We now have an NA proxy! thekey.company will be handling all orders to North America. Therefore I will be refunding shipping (besides £2.50 to cover my shipping to TKC) in due course and then TKC will send a separate invoice prior to final shipment. This will lower the shipping costs considerably.

What about the South American customers. Also going to get our orders shipped from the US?


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NEWS - We now have an NA proxy! thekey.company will be handling all orders to North America. Therefore I will be refunding shipping (besides £2.50 to cover my shipping to TKC) in due course and then TKC will send a separate invoice prior to final shipment. This will lower the shipping costs considerably.

What about the South American customers. Also going to get our orders shipped from the US?


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Sure, if it works out cheaper. We'll check it out.

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[Jae-3soteric]

I would like to see an ISO only plate on your website. Universal plate might be really loose with kailh hotswap sockets for a 60% board. There is really no one selling ISO only plates any where.

It’s something I’ve mentioned to David as well. I’m doing a livestream build of a prototype HS60 a week today with Meliewx - we will be using a universal plate so will be able to confirm then


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I’d love to watch that! Where can I find it?


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It will be on twitch. I’ll post some details up in this thread in a couple of days once we work out all the detail


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[Jae-3soteric]

I would like to see an ISO only plate on your website. Universal plate might be really loose with kailh hotswap sockets for a 60% board. There is really no one selling ISO only plates any where.

It’s something I’ve mentioned to David as well. I’m doing a livestream build of a prototype HS60 a week today with Meliewx - we will be using a universal plate so will be able to confirm then


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I’d love to watch that! Where can I find it?


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here are the details of the livestream build:

https://www.reddit.com/r/MechanicalKeyboards/comments/8dnh05/mechboards_hs60_livestream_build/

[enrique.aliaga]

I would like to see an ISO only plate on your website. Universal plate might be really loose with kailh hotswap sockets for a 60% board. There is really no one selling ISO only plates any where.

It’s something I’ve mentioned to David as well. I’m doing a livestream build of a prototype HS60 a week today with Meliewx - we will be using a universal plate so will be able to confirm then


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I’d love to watch that! Where can I find it?


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here are the details of the livestream build:

https://www.reddit.com/r/MechanicalKeyboards/comments/8dnh05/mechboards_hs60_livestream_build/

Thanks! I'm eagerly awaiting! Are you going to use Cherry screw-in stabilizers, just like the ones in the other MechBoards' group buy? I ordered those, too.

[Jae-3soteric]

Sadly not as I'm waiting on the GB to get some more. We will be clipping and lubing some genuine cherry stabs tho and showing Mel how to do it

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Swires got in on the action

[Jae-3soteric]

Swires got in on the action
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Nice! I stole the image for the opening of my stream at the weekend!!

If anyone wants to re-watch the livestream build you can check it out at twitch/jaekeebs


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Only 15 left! Hotswap ANSI/ISO PCB - http://groupbuys.mechboards.co.uk/shop/hs60-hotswap-60-pcb/

[oldcat]

Can we have a YAS layout or 65% layout hot swap PCB please?

[audax989]

HHKB layout when?

[oldcat]

This is an amazing PCB... hope OP will make a 65% hot swap PCB soon

[Vadurr]

HHKB pls