Post by: kbdfans on Fri, 15 September 2017, 02:54:14
Product
Aluminum case
CNC manufacturing
Anodizing
5° angle
Design by KDBfans
Shipping time
45 days after the end of the purchase
Include
Aluminum case*1
Rubber feet
2 metal 1.5U blocks
Screw
Price
MOQ1-50 99USD
MOQ51-200 88USD
MOQ200~∞ 80USD
This price include shipping ，shipping via DHL or fedex
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update
2018-08-28
All orders are shipped
Post by: Moderation Team on Sun, 01 October 2017, 09:15:48
GLWGB! :thumb:
Post by: ideus on Sun, 01 October 2017, 09:33:14
Post by: skidude9678 on Sun, 01 October 2017, 09:37:18
Post by: _PixelNinja on Sun, 01 October 2017, 09:43:41
Out of curiosity — will you be stocking this like the Tina, or will this be exclusively available trough the pre-order/group buy?
Post by: TalkingTree on Sun, 01 October 2017, 10:07:44
Is there a way to commit buying at a higher tier - lower price, than current?The mod team took two weeks before approving this thread, I guess KBDfans changed the pricing tiers during this time lapse as there's a $ 19.00 discount their website (https://kbdfans.myshopify.com/products/pre-orderkbdfans-5-60-case) already.
Post by: KaosJ on Sun, 01 October 2017, 10:24:57
Is there a way to commit buying at a higher tier - lower price, than current?
The higher MOQ is already achieved (the site says 258 orders now) and is $80 shipped with DHL/Fedex, he also said that at 270 orders 1u blockers will be added too (1.5u blockers are already included).
Any pics of the cyan color? I purchased one a few days ago to go with DSA Light Cycle on an Alps build.
I believe the cyan is the same used on the kbd75, should be like this below, but can't be 100% sure because he didn't showed any sample.
(https://i.imgur.com/PEJqV2p.png)
Post by: Puddsy on Sun, 01 October 2017, 13:32:09
Post by: Rumblehotep on Sun, 01 October 2017, 15:28:54
Post by: amnesia0287 on Sun, 01 October 2017, 15:30:30
Is their Dark Blue more navy or royal blue?
They ha e examples of the purple and blue on the website. Looks royal to me.
Post by: midnight2903 on Sun, 01 October 2017, 19:59:38
Post by: Trente on Sun, 01 October 2017, 22:40:25
Post by: DanielT on Sun, 01 October 2017, 22:45:34
This design really looks nice, wondering if the screw layout fits gh60 layout, would like to make a 60% build with tmk alps64It’s the standard 60% screw layout so it fits.
Post by: HotRoderX on Sun, 01 October 2017, 22:57:14
https://kbdfans.myshopify.com/collections/pcb/products/gk64-rgb-60-64keys-hot-swap-pcb <--- PCB
Edited for shot of the PCB
Post by: DanielT on Mon, 02 October 2017, 00:05:57
You can always use the chat on their site and ask to be 100% sure.
Post by: HotRoderX on Mon, 02 October 2017, 00:38:10
Mounting points look like standard 60% so I think it will work there is no reason not to.
You can always use the chat on their site and ask to be 100% sure.
just asked and is confirmed to fit! now to decided what color I want! I Kinda want Orange! but then again!!!! perhaps Blue our Purple! ugh decisions suck!
Post by: DanielT on Mon, 02 October 2017, 00:57:48
At that price you might as well get 2 of them and make the decision taking easy :rolleyes:Mounting points look like standard 60% so I think it will work there is no reason not to.
You can always use the chat on their site and ask to be 100% sure.
just asked and is confirmed to fit! now to decided what color I want! I Kinda want Orange! but then again!!!! perhaps Blue our Purple! ugh decisions suck!
Post by: KaosJ on Mon, 02 October 2017, 02:24:35
Mounting points look like standard 60% so I think it will work there is no reason not to.
You can always use the chat on their site and ask to be 100% sure.
just asked and is confirmed to fit! now to decided what color I want! I Kinda want Orange! but then again!!!! perhaps Blue our Purple! ugh decisions suck!
There is only one color that matters and it is right here on the left :D
(https://i.imgur.com/TbEBdac.png)
Post by: Trente on Mon, 02 October 2017, 03:40:03
Post by: KaosJ on Mon, 02 October 2017, 06:33:56
Actually I am very interested to know that what color should I pick if I want to re-anodize the case to the color I personally like, or it does not matter
What you have to re-anodize 1 sample only? (you know it is expensive to do only one right?)
Btw, afaik, to re-anodize you have to completely remove the old one, so it shouldn't matter which color. I suggest you to contact KBDfans via mail in this case and ask him if he can give you a non-anodized one.
Post by: Zobeid Zuma on Mon, 02 October 2017, 06:46:17
From where I sit, this looks like an almost perfect aluminum case. The thick bezel and wedge-shaped solid base should make it highly rigid. Yet, it doesn't have the ridiculous "weight" piece that I've seen in others lately, that only serves to run up costs and compromise the structure.
Post by: _PixelNinja on Mon, 02 October 2017, 14:52:07
Yet, it doesn't have the ridiculous "weight" piece that I've seen in others lately, that only serves to run up costs and compromise the structure.
For what it's worth, weights in custom keyboards have been around a long time, and if done properly they can enhance the sound properties of the case. Heavier cases tend to produce a timbre that many consider more desirable than those of their lighter counterparts. That being said — to each their own.
Post by: HotRoderX on Mon, 02 October 2017, 15:02:59
Yet, it doesn't have the ridiculous "weight" piece that I've seen in others lately, that only serves to run up costs and compromise the structure.For what it's worth, weights in custom keyboards have been around a long time, and if done properly they can enhance the sound properties of the case. Heavier cases tend to produce a timbre that many consider more desirable that those of their lighter counterparts. That being said — to each their own.
but but silver is so generic! everyone has silver! thought I did think about silver our even black my self but dang! I can get those types of cases all day everyday I want something unique kinda
Post by: Zobeid Zuma on Mon, 02 October 2017, 15:44:25
but but silver is so generic! everyone has silver! thought I did think about silver our even black my self but dang! I can get those types of cases all day everyday I want something unique kinda
You must be pretty jaded if this case looks ho-hum to you. I suspect it'll be a stunner in any color.
As for silver. . . To my eyes that's classic, that's mid-century modern, atomic age. It brings to mind the 60s and 70s when aluminum was appearing in more and more products, but color anodizing hadn't caught on widely. Also, neutral enough to work with any keycap set.
Post by: HotRoderX on Mon, 02 October 2017, 16:10:59
but but silver is so generic! everyone has silver! thought I did think about silver our even black my self but dang! I can get those types of cases all day everyday I want something unique kinda
You must be pretty jaded if this case looks ho-hum to you. I suspect it'll be a stunner in any color.
As for silver. . . To my eyes that's classic, that's mid-century modern, atomic age. It brings to mind the 60s and 70s when aluminum was appearing in more and more products, but color anodizing hadn't caught on widely. Also, neutral enough to work with any keycap set.
o no the case looks amazing I been eyeing it since its release just I need arrow keys! and learned that there 60% sized boards with arrow keys. I was mostly just playing I kinda want to get it in silver but there a lot of silver colored cases in the wild. As you said matching key sets to the boards can be hard if you don't go with a more classic color!. I know my KBD 75 is going to be teal and finding keycaps for it has been challenging to say the least. Thought the Fishbed key set will be perfect.
Post by: AuthenticDanger on Mon, 02 October 2017, 17:13:00
Post by: Zobeid Zuma on Mon, 02 October 2017, 19:43:44
I been eyeing it since its release just I need arrow keys! and learned that there 60% sized boards with arrow keys.
The 60% size is so appealing, but nav keys (especially arrow keys) seem to be a sticking point for many of us. You can scrunch them into a 60%, but it seems to me like an awkward compromise. So, I've got this idea. . .
http://www.keyboard-layout-editor.com/#/gists/f4d52ea8458165104020d2ce3064a4e5 (http://www.keyboard-layout-editor.com/#/gists/f4d52ea8458165104020d2ce3064a4e5)
My theory is that I can press down my thumb on that center Fn key and then do all my navigating with one hand, and don't even have to move it from the home row position. At least I'm gonna give this a try and see how this works for me. And this layout appears to be supported by the DZ60 PCB that KBDfans also are selling, and also by the Banana Split 60.
Post by: HotRoderX on Mon, 02 October 2017, 20:46:29
I been eyeing it since its release just I need arrow keys! and learned that there 60% sized boards with arrow keys.
The 60% size is so appealing, but nav keys (especially arrow keys) seem to be a sticking point for many of us. You can scrunch them into a 60%, but it seems to me like an awkward compromise. So, I've got this idea. . .
http://www.keyboard-layout-editor.com/#/gists/f4d52ea8458165104020d2ce3064a4e5 (http://www.keyboard-layout-editor.com/#/gists/f4d52ea8458165104020d2ce3064a4e5)
My theory is that I can press down my thumb on that center Fn key and then do all my navigating with one hand, and don't even have to move it from the home row position. At least I'm gonna give this a try and see how this works for me. And this layout appears to be supported by the DZ60 PCB that KBDfans also are selling, and also by the Banana Split 60.
Thats a really cool layout and I see what you mean keep us updated on how that goes. That might be a nice solution cause right now looking at a 64key board I most likely get to play with. it sacrifices the shaft key on the right 1u shift and windows keys down at the bottom to get the arrows in place which might not be to bad a compromise since I cant think of a time I use the right shift key my self
Post by: mogo on Mon, 02 October 2017, 20:53:11
The 60% size is so appealing, but nav keys (especially arrow keys) seem to be a sticking point for many of us. You can scrunch them into a 60%, but it seems to me like an awkward compromise. So, I've got this idea. . .
http://www.keyboard-layout-editor.com/#/gists/f4d52ea8458165104020d2ce3064a4e5 (http://www.keyboard-layout-editor.com/#/gists/f4d52ea8458165104020d2ce3064a4e5)
My theory is that I can press down my thumb on that center Fn key and then do all my navigating with one hand, and don't even have to move it from the home row position. At least I'm gonna give this a try and see how this works for me. And this layout appears to be supported by the DZ60 PCB that KBDfans also are selling, and also by the Banana Split 60.
I've got my arrow keys on OKL; with the function just to the right of space and it's so convenient having it like that, on home row, that I keep doing it accidentally on full-size keyboards at work :P
Post by: Zobeid Zuma on Mon, 02 October 2017, 21:36:55
it sacrifices the shaft key on the right 1u shift and windows keys down at the bottom to get the arrows in place which might not be to bad a compromise since I cant think of a time I use the right shift key my self
I learned in school to touch-type "by the book", so when I capitalize anything on the left half the keyboard, I need my pinkie on the right shift key to do it.
Post by: Rumblehotep on Mon, 02 October 2017, 22:38:43
Using R shift as up, menu as down, r os as left and r ctrl as right with PU/PD/home/end mapped as Fn-layer
Post by: KaosJ on Tue, 03 October 2017, 03:33:52
Post by: smithyithy on Tue, 03 October 2017, 04:47:08
I might just take it as it is and look into getting it re-finished locally..
Post by: Atredl on Tue, 03 October 2017, 23:44:46
but but silver is so generic! everyone has silver! thought I did think about silver our even black my self but dang! I can get those types of cases all day everyday I want something unique kindaI mean... it's nowhere near the most popular color in for this case. Plus I think it'll show off the lines of this case pretty well. It also does a good job of not color clashing if you want colorful keycaps to be the main attraction of the board.
https://docs.google.com/spreadsheets/d/1UYdiaN8E-0jwHGjGEax-SDzNJJm9Ky9q0u6J1Mf7OzU/edit#gid=0
Post by: HotRoderX on Wed, 04 October 2017, 00:48:18
but but silver is so generic! everyone has silver! thought I did think about silver our even black my self but dang! I can get those types of cases all day everyday I want something unique kindaI mean... it's nowhere near the most popular color in for this case. Plus I think it'll show off the lines of this case pretty well. It also does a good job of not color clashing if you want colorful keycaps to be the main attraction of the board.
https://docs.google.com/spreadsheets/d/1UYdiaN8E-0jwHGjGEax-SDzNJJm9Ky9q0u6J1Mf7OzU/edit#gid=0
I almost went with the gray! cause of the very reasons you mentioned but at the last second I went with the Dark Purple I am thinking might pair it up with GMK Lazer cause... cause the board was going to put Lazer on ended up getting JTK black/orange caps! and really digging that board setup that way.
Post by: Puddsy on Wed, 04 October 2017, 00:48:51
it's the bomb
Post by: Atredl on Wed, 04 October 2017, 00:59:56
man everyone hates on silverAmen.
it's the bomb
I still miss my Ducky Mini YOTH. One of the main reasons I’m getting this case in silver.
Post by: mogo on Wed, 04 October 2017, 10:40:44
maneveryoneHotRoderX hates on silver
Fixed. Silver is versatile and tasteful and (almost) everyone knows it. :p
Post by: kmba on Wed, 04 October 2017, 11:04:51
Post by: AuthenticDanger on Wed, 04 October 2017, 11:05:59
Post by: graefeln on Wed, 04 October 2017, 11:09:11
With only 1 day left to order, I'm getting tempted to pick up 2 since they're only $80. So many decisions!
I was feeling the same way... but do I really want two of the same case? I mean, it is a nice case at a nice price, but something else will come along eventually... but who knows when...
Post by: xtianyves on Wed, 04 October 2017, 11:14:10
Post by: xtianyves on Wed, 04 October 2017, 11:15:52
Trying out split backspace/split rshift on new 60% and I think it's my favorite layout.
Using R shift as up, menu as down, r os as left and r ctrl as right with PU/PD/home/end mapped as Fn-layer
This is cool. Sounds like you're ready for 40% life! I'm loving my split-space on my mechmini and would really miss it on a 60% if I went back.
Post by: AuthenticDanger on Wed, 04 October 2017, 11:26:46
With only 1 day left to order, I'm getting tempted to pick up 2 since they're only $80. So many decisions!
I was feeling the same way... but do I really want two of the same case? I mean, it is a nice case at a nice price, but something else will come along eventually... but who knows when...
It's all about options. One day I might want a red case and the next I might want a cyan case. It'd also make an excellent gift.
Post by: Ramiel on Wed, 04 October 2017, 11:29:59
Post by: lac29 on Wed, 04 October 2017, 12:56:10
Trying out split backspace/split rshift on new 60% and I think it's my favorite layout.
Using R shift as up, menu as down, r os as left and r ctrl as right with PU/PD/home/end mapped as Fn-layer
That's exactly why I'm excited about this DZ pcb 60% with arrows. Split backspace and split rshift are really neat to have in this layout.
Post by: smithyithy on Wed, 04 October 2017, 13:19:41
Trying out split backspace/split rshift on new 60% and I think it's my favorite layout.
Using R shift as up, menu as down, r os as left and r ctrl as right with PU/PD/home/end mapped as Fn-layer
That's exactly why I'm excited about this DZ pcb 60% with arrows. Split backspace and split rshift are really neat to have in this layout.
KBParadise V60 has a similar function, although without the split Shift - Fn + Enter turns the bottom right corner into an arrow pad, even has an indicator LED under Shift to show it's in that mode - pretty useful for a non-programmable keyboard
Post by: Vadurr on Wed, 04 October 2017, 13:29:11
Post by: HotRoderX on Wed, 04 October 2017, 14:35:42
Will the price of the case go up after groupbuy ends?
if there sold after the group buy I would think the price would go up a fair bit. I might be mistaken but the 80 dollar price tag was for a MOQ of 200.. currently the group buy is up to almost 400. I wouldn't expect the 80 dollar price tag instead I would think it be more reasonable for it to be expected in the 99 dollar range which is still really good value for a solid looking case.
Post by: Puddsy on Wed, 04 October 2017, 15:24:42
Will the price of the case go up after groupbuy ends?
if there sold after the group buy I would think the price would go up a fair bit. I might be mistaken but the 80 dollar price tag was for a MOQ of 200.. currently the group buy is up to almost 400. I wouldn't expect the 80 dollar price tag instead I would think it be more reasonable for it to be expected in the 99 dollar range which is still really good value for a solid looking case.
i don't think it'll go up that much but who knows
Post by: eksuen on Wed, 04 October 2017, 15:55:14
Will the price of the case go up after groupbuy ends?
if there sold after the group buy I would think the price would go up a fair bit. I might be mistaken but the 80 dollar price tag was for a MOQ of 200.. currently the group buy is up to almost 400. I wouldn't expect the 80 dollar price tag instead I would think it be more reasonable for it to be expected in the 99 dollar range which is still really good value for a solid looking case.
From the listing on their site, it would appear that $99 is the intended retail price.
https://kbdfans.myshopify.com/products/pre-orderkbdfans-5-60-case
Post by: ideus on Wed, 04 October 2017, 15:56:43
Will the price of the case go up after groupbuy ends?
if there sold after the group buy I would think the price would go up a fair bit. I might be mistaken but the 80 dollar price tag was for a MOQ of 200.. currently the group buy is up to almost 400. I wouldn't expect the 80 dollar price tag instead I would think it be more reasonable for it to be expected in the 99 dollar range which is still really good value for a solid looking case.
From the listing on their site, it would appear that $99 is the intended retail price.
https://kbdfans.myshopify.com/products/pre-orderkbdfans-5-60-case
This guys have very good pricing.
Post by: Vigrith on Wed, 04 October 2017, 16:33:42
Post by: Zobeid Zuma on Wed, 04 October 2017, 17:20:02
KBDfans have been hitting it out the ballpark lately - not only when it comes to pricing but just the things they offer as well as their lead and fulfilment times, free shipping, customer support... Everything is stellar.
Not my experience.
I've had trouble ordering from the multiple, disorganized storefronts that they operate (Shopify, AliExpress, eBay), with my attempts at payment often rejected for no reason that I can understand. Sometimes offerings are different depending on which storefront you use (DZ60 kit with plate on Shopify, plate not offered through eBay?). When I finally manage to place an order, then there's the long wait on the fabled Slow Boat From China.
They do have cool looking stuff. I'd love to see some retailer import those products so I don't have to order direct from China anymore.
Post by: HotRoderX on Wed, 04 October 2017, 17:33:42
Post by: kmba on Wed, 04 October 2017, 17:42:28
Post by: _PixelNinja on Wed, 04 October 2017, 17:51:32
Will the price of the case go up after groupbuy ends?
I contacted KBDfans to ask this and the answer was yes.
Post by: Vigrith on Wed, 04 October 2017, 17:58:00
Not my experience.
I've had trouble ordering from the multiple, disorganized storefronts that they operate (Shopify, AliExpress, eBay), with my attempts at payment often rejected for no reason that I can understand. Sometimes offerings are different depending on which storefront you use (DZ60 kit with plate on Shopify, plate not offered through eBay?). When I finally manage to place an order, then there's the long wait on the fabled Slow Boat From China.
They do have cool looking stuff. I'd love to see some retailer import those products so I don't have to order direct from China anymore.
Yea ordering from China does have its disadvantages, I can't argue with that - regarding your other points I also only use their direct website so I've not had any issues with listing discrepancies between storefronts. My payments have always gone through but I guess **** happens some times, my credit card actually got locked one time because a purchase I was trying to make on Orginative tripped some security fail-safe.
The shipping times are a problem though but if I gotta wait like 2 months for my board to be produced anyway what's another 5 to 10 days for free shipping over the $30-40 that FedEx would charge? Depends on the exact rates obviously but still.
Post by: Rumblehotep on Wed, 04 October 2017, 17:58:47
Already in for a blue but at 80 bucks and at that correct shade of purple do I need another one?
I think so!
Post by: Jae-3soteric on Wed, 04 October 2017, 17:58:55
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Post by: Peiweisgreat on Wed, 04 October 2017, 22:07:39
With only 1 day left to order, I'm getting tempted to pick up 2 since they're only $80. So many decisions!
I was feeling the same way... but do I really want two of the same case? I mean, it is a nice case at a nice price, but something else will come along eventually... but who knows when...
It's all about options. One day I might want a red case and the next I might want a cyan case. It'd also make an excellent gift.
Yeah it would be cool gift for a starter case since it is so cheap. Also I know what you mean. I was thinking about getting a red case as well. I went with purple since I don't think I will ever get a purple fjell, but god red is looking mighty fine indeed.
Post by: pixelpusher on Wed, 04 October 2017, 22:25:50
Post by: Puddsy on Wed, 04 October 2017, 23:12:55
but i don't like 60 so oh well
Post by: Atredl on Thu, 05 October 2017, 03:59:12
Post by: smithyithy on Thu, 05 October 2017, 04:10:56
Post by: yonghf on Thu, 05 October 2017, 04:58:51
I seriously considered getting every color except the cyan. But in the end I picked gray and silver. I figured since those are the two that sold the most (most popular), I would be able to sell them easier on the aftermarket if I change my mind. I think the orange or red could look awesome.
Yeah, I couldn't make up my mind so I bought a handful :D
Post by: mogo on Sun, 08 October 2017, 14:23:43
Post by: HotRoderX on Sun, 08 October 2017, 15:06:25
Post by: Sputnik on Thu, 02 November 2017, 14:29:43
Post by: chuckdee on Thu, 02 November 2017, 14:38:44
@Kbdfans: any news here???
Best place to check is the blog. There's an update from 10/28.
https://kbdfans.myshopify.com/blogs/updates
Quote
10-28 5° case update
September 30, 2017
10-28 5° case update
Update： 2017-10-28 The upper part of the shell is finished,300 sets, first send gray, 2017-09-29 drak purple & dark blue color sample arrived 2017-9-30 Block samples arrive, if the order is more than 270, add 2 1U blocks free 2017-10-15
Post by: Sputnik on Thu, 02 November 2017, 14:45:54
@Kbdfans: any news here???
Best place to check is the blog. There's an update from 10/28.
Thanks man!
Post by: dodgeyhack on Fri, 17 November 2017, 04:12:53
Post by: KaosJ on Fri, 17 November 2017, 04:54:59
Shipping notification this evening ;D
Wut, is shipping already?
edit: yeah it is https://kbdfans.cn/blogs/updates/5-case-update
Post by: chuckdee on Fri, 17 November 2017, 09:02:37
Post by: mogo on Fri, 17 November 2017, 09:12:41
Post by: Sputnik on Fri, 17 November 2017, 13:34:30
Shipping notification this evening ;D
Wut, is shipping already?
edit: yeah it is https://kbdfans.cn/blogs/updates/5-case-update
Confirmed, he's shipping: I received my notification today, mine is a gray one (from Italy... ;))
Post by: KaosJ on Fri, 17 November 2017, 19:45:33
Shipping notification this evening ;D
Wut, is shipping already?
edit: yeah it is https://kbdfans.cn/blogs/updates/5-case-update
Confirmed, he's shipping: I received my notification today, mine is a gray one (from Italy... ;))
Guess i will have to wait for mine, Italian too but mine was Dark Purple :D
Post by: MikeTheTiger on Sat, 18 November 2017, 01:40:46
Post by: Sputnik on Sat, 18 November 2017, 13:14:52
Shipping notification this evening ;D
Wut, is shipping already?
edit: yeah it is https://kbdfans.cn/blogs/updates/5-case-update
Confirmed, he's shipping: I received my notification today, mine is a gray one (from Italy... ;))
Guess i will have to wait for mine, Italian too but mine was Dark Purple :D
I know you're ITA too, saw your brass plate IC.....
So, Dark Purple?? Mmmm, GMK Laser incoming??? Me too, and a Banana Split pcb, hope it will fit the case....
Post by: chuckdee on Sat, 18 November 2017, 13:41:51
I have the gray coming for the bs so I'll let you know if it fitsShipping notification this evening ;D
Wut, is shipping already?
edit: yeah it is https://kbdfans.cn/blogs/updates/5-case-update
Confirmed, he's shipping: I received my notification today, mine is a gray one (from Italy... ;))
Guess i will have to wait for mine, Italian too but mine was Dark Purple :D
I know you're ITA too, saw your brass plate IC.....
So, Dark Purple?? Mmmm, GMK Laser incoming??? Me too, and a Banana Split pcb, hope it will fit the case....
Post by: KaosJ on Sat, 18 November 2017, 16:05:46
Shipping notification this evening ;D
Wut, is shipping already?
edit: yeah it is https://kbdfans.cn/blogs/updates/5-case-update
Confirmed, he's shipping: I received my notification today, mine is a gray one (from Italy... ;))
Guess i will have to wait for mine, Italian too but mine was Dark Purple :D
I know you're ITA too, saw your brass plate IC.....
So, Dark Purple?? Mmmm, GMK Laser incoming??? Me too, and a Banana Split pcb, hope it will fit the case....
No laser for me, but will definitely match it with something purple (And a brass plate ofc :D)
Post by: chuckdee on Sat, 18 November 2017, 16:18:45
Shipping notification this evening ;D
Wut, is shipping already?
edit: yeah it is https://kbdfans.cn/blogs/updates/5-case-update
Confirmed, he's shipping: I received my notification today, mine is a gray one (from Italy... ;))
Guess i will have to wait for mine, Italian too but mine was Dark Purple :D
I know you're ITA too, saw your brass plate IC.....
So, Dark Purple?? Mmmm, GMK Laser incoming??? Me too, and a Banana Split pcb, hope it will fit the case....
No laser for me, but will put something other, definetely something purple (And a brass plate ofc :D)
I'm doing nautilus or oblivion or muted on mine... :)
Post by: Sputnik on Sun, 19 November 2017, 09:43:47
Great, let me know (finger crossed...)I have the gray coming for the bs so I'll let you know if it fitsShipping notification this evening ;D
Wut, is shipping already?
edit: yeah it is https://kbdfans.cn/blogs/updates/5-case-update
Confirmed, he's shipping: I received my notification today, mine is a gray one (from Italy... ;))
Guess i will have to wait for mine, Italian too but mine was Dark Purple :D
I know you're ITA too, saw your brass plate IC.....
So, Dark Purple?? Mmmm, GMK Laser incoming??? Me too, and a Banana Split pcb, hope it will fit the case....
Post by: midnight2903 on Sun, 19 November 2017, 23:31:57
Post by: Atredl on Sun, 19 November 2017, 23:48:50
Anyone got shipment not found on FEDEX?When did you get your tracking number?
Post by: HotRoderX on Mon, 20 November 2017, 02:09:39
Anyone got shipment not found on FEDEX?
for me it typically takes 24-48hrs for it to start tracking.
Post by: TalkingTree on Mon, 20 November 2017, 02:47:21
Anyone got shipment not found on FEDEX?My shipment is tracked on JCEX. You try and track with 17track.net (http://www.17track.net/en).
Post by: HotRoderX on Mon, 20 November 2017, 02:48:41
Anyone got shipment not found on FEDEX?My shipment is tracked on JCEX. You try and track with 17track.net (http://www.17track.net/en).
I think thats DHL shipping least it has been for me its really funky cause it goes JCEX > US DHL > USPS Delivery
Post by: smithyithy on Mon, 20 November 2017, 03:14:16
https://www.reddit.com/r/MechanicalKeyboards/comments/7e5alo/5_degrees_case_purplethe_color_is_uncertain/
Poll: https://kbdfans.myshopify.com/pages/5-case-purple
Choices:
(https://i.imgur.com/HDV10St.jpg)
Post by: KaosJ on Mon, 20 November 2017, 04:38:27
Don't know if you guys have seen but KBDfans put a post up asking us about which purple to go for, there's a link to a poll in the thread too..
https://www.reddit.com/r/MechanicalKeyboards/comments/7e5alo/5_degrees_case_purplethe_color_is_uncertain/
Poll: https://kbdfans.myshopify.com/pages/5-case-purple
Choices:Show Image(https://i.imgur.com/HDV10St.jpg)
Let's be serious on this one, B is something really special and you need it!
Post by: smithyithy on Mon, 20 November 2017, 04:59:27
Hoping that ends up as the final colour - not that A doesn't look nice - but B is definitely what I'd prefer personally.
Post by: _PixelNinja on Mon, 20 November 2017, 06:34:48
Post by: amnesia0287 on Mon, 20 November 2017, 14:19:26
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Post by: Darknight00z on Mon, 20 November 2017, 17:01:42
I’d prefer B, but I’d probably buy another one in A lol.
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^ What he said, lol
Post by: KaosJ on Mon, 20 November 2017, 17:04:59
I’d prefer B, but I’d probably buy another one in A lol.
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^ What he said, lol
Translated from purpledude-to-human: "i want everything that is purple"
Post by: Applet on Tue, 21 November 2017, 09:38:04
Post by: Vadurr on Wed, 22 November 2017, 01:32:34
Post by: Lisinge on Wed, 22 November 2017, 18:11:02
Post by: dodgeyhack on Wed, 22 November 2017, 21:56:24
The only keyboard I have at home is a Pok3r and the plate seemed to be a little too wide for it to fit, which is a bit worrying.
Will bring my banana split home from work tomorrow and see how that goes.
Post by: amnesia0287 on Thu, 23 November 2017, 01:10:56
Mine arrived today. Looks nice.
The only keyboard I have at home is a Pok3r and the plate seemed to be a little too wide for it to fit, which is a bit worrying.
Will bring my banana split home from work tomorrow and see how that goes.
The poker plate is slightly larger than normal I think, at least my RGB it is. I totally scratched the **** out of a sentraq case trying to use it on my RGB Pok3r and the plate was just a tiny bit too wide. But that was AFTER i had been using the case with my Zeal60 and Mekanisk plate. For me tight tolerances is a positive not a negative :D.
Post by: graefeln on Thu, 23 November 2017, 02:26:02
Post by: skidude9678 on Thu, 23 November 2017, 08:32:13
Post by: SantiGo on Thu, 23 November 2017, 14:02:37
Post by: Lisinge on Thu, 23 November 2017, 18:00:42
me need this /// can i Buy ?
This was a groip buy which has already ended. You will have to wait for round 2
Post by: _PixelNinja on Thu, 23 November 2017, 19:09:17
Post by: Rumblehotep on Thu, 23 November 2017, 19:15:07
Post by: Lisinge on Thu, 23 November 2017, 19:47:10
I emailed KBDfans about this during the group buy — the Diamond Cut case will be available as a stock keeping unit on the KBDfans store, albeit at a more expensive price.
From what they said three days ago on reddit it actually looks like they are going to run another round of GB instead https://www.reddit.com/r/MechanicalKeyboards/comments/7e5alo/5_degrees_case_purplethe_color_is_uncertain/dq2p4kn/?context=3&st=jad8qalk&sh=f6ad3289
They had 529 cases ordered and they made 660 cases but some are probably extras for replacement etc
Post by: _PixelNinja on Thu, 23 November 2017, 20:55:33
Post by: Sputnik on Fri, 24 November 2017, 13:48:52
Mine arrived today. Looks nice.Did you try with the Banana? I'm waiting for both (case and Banana split R2), so reeeally interested....
The only keyboard I have at home is a Pok3r and the plate seemed to be a little too wide for it to fit, which is a bit worrying.
Will bring my banana split home from work tomorrow and see how that goes.
Post by: dodgeyhack on Fri, 24 November 2017, 19:07:14
Mine arrived today. Looks nice.Did you try with the Banana? I'm waiting for both (case and Banana split R2), so reeeally interested....
The only keyboard I have at home is a Pok3r and the plate seemed to be a little too wide for it to fit, which is a bit worrying.
Will bring my banana split home from work tomorrow and see how that goes.
Not yet sadly. I was off sick Friday so didn't bring the Banana home. I will try Monday night. That reminds me - I need to go buy a file in case I have to remove any of the extra mount bits.
Post by: Rumblehotep on Fri, 24 November 2017, 20:58:54
From what they said three days ago on reddit it actually looks like they are going to run another round of GB insteadOh that's great, I really wish I had bought an orange case.
Post by: HotRoderX on Sat, 25 November 2017, 03:11:04
I emailed KBDfans about this during the group buy — the Diamond Cut case will be available as a stock keeping unit on the KBDfans store, albeit at a more expensive price.
From what they said three days ago on reddit it actually looks like they are going to run another round of GB instead https://www.reddit.com/r/MechanicalKeyboards/comments/7e5alo/5_degrees_case_purplethe_color_is_uncertain/dq2p4kn/?context=3&st=jad8qalk&sh=f6ad3289
They had 529 cases ordered and they made 660 cases but some are probably extras for replacement etc
what i can tell when he does a group buy he orders some extra's in basic colors.. Silver/black/ and then like red are something... to order from his shop. I betting its the same thing with this.. most likely 50 of silver 50 of black then replacement cases encase there issue.
Post by: _PixelNinja on Sat, 25 November 2017, 07:07:24
Post by: Lisinge on Sat, 25 November 2017, 11:18:30
Post by: KaosJ on Sat, 25 November 2017, 11:31:03
My cases just shipped. Ordered one grey and one purple
Wait, did the purple shipped :eek:
Post by: Lisinge on Sat, 25 November 2017, 12:36:34
My cases just shipped. Ordered one grey and one purple
Wait, did the purple shipped :eek:
Looks like it, like i said i ordered both grey and purple and they said they would ship them both at the same time :p
I changed colors on my order though so i hope it ends up correctly :D
Post by: AuthenticDanger on Sat, 25 November 2017, 13:36:39
Post by: Atredl on Sat, 25 November 2017, 17:12:27
By mount bits do you mean the pcb standoffs in the case? wouldn't it be easier and much less damaging to just put some tape or other thin insulating material on the unused standoffs?Mine arrived today. Looks nice.Did you try with the Banana? I'm waiting for both (case and Banana split R2), so reeeally interested....
The only keyboard I have at home is a Pok3r and the plate seemed to be a little too wide for it to fit, which is a bit worrying.
Will bring my banana split home from work tomorrow and see how that goes.
Not yet sadly. I was off sick Friday so didn't bring the Banana home. I will try Monday night. That reminds me - I need to go buy a file in case I have to remove any of the extra mount bits.
Post by: Rumblehotep on Sat, 25 November 2017, 17:15:47
Post by: Atredl on Sat, 25 November 2017, 17:43:58
You know, it's kind of ironic that the Pok3r plate doesn't fit as easily as aftermarket plates. Especially since the Poker is what all the "standardized" 60% dimensions came from. :thinking:Mine arrived today. Looks nice.
The only keyboard I have at home is a Pok3r and the plate seemed to be a little too wide for it to fit, which is a bit worrying.
Will bring my banana split home from work tomorrow and see how that goes.
The poker plate is slightly larger than normal I think, at least my RGB it is. I totally scratched the **** out of a sentraq case trying to use it on my RGB Pok3r and the plate was just a tiny bit too wide. But that was AFTER i had been using the case with my Zeal60 and Mekanisk plate. For me tight tolerances is a positive not a negative :D.
Post by: Lisinge on Sat, 25 November 2017, 18:38:55
Post by: pixelpusher on Sat, 25 November 2017, 18:50:31
I see your point, but it does make sense bc the poker plates are indeed wider than all of the universal 60%plates out there.You know, it's kind of ironic that the Pok3r plate doesn't fit as easily as aftermarket plates. Especially since the Poker is what all the "standardized" 60% dimensions came from. :thinking:Mine arrived today. Looks nice.
The only keyboard I have at home is a Pok3r and the plate seemed to be a little too wide for it to fit, which is a bit worrying.
Will bring my banana split home from work tomorrow and see how that goes.
The poker plate is slightly larger than normal I think, at least my RGB it is. I totally scratched the **** out of a sentraq case trying to use it on my RGB Pok3r and the plate was just a tiny bit too wide. But that was AFTER i had been using the case with my Zeal60 and Mekanisk plate. For me tight tolerances is a positive not a negative :D.
Post by: Atredl on Sat, 25 November 2017, 20:22:03
I see your point, but it does make sense bc the poker plates are indeed wider than all of the universal 60%plates out there.Sure but I'm not saying it doesn't make sense. Just looking back and thinking about how the market changes, even for the trendsetter like the Poker. :)
Post by: kekstee on Sun, 26 November 2017, 01:26:35
You know, it's kind of ironic that the Pok3r plate doesn't fit as easily as aftermarket plates. Especially since the Poker is what all the "standardized" 60% dimensions came from. :thinking:Mine arrived today. Looks nice.
The only keyboard I have at home is a Pok3r and the plate seemed to be a little too wide for it to fit, which is a bit worrying.
Will bring my banana split home from work tomorrow and see how that goes.
The poker plate is slightly larger than normal I think, at least my RGB it is. I totally scratched the **** out of a sentraq case trying to use it on my RGB Pok3r and the plate was just a tiny bit too wide. But that was AFTER i had been using the case with my Zeal60 and Mekanisk plate. For me tight tolerances is a positive not a negative :D.
It's where we got the ****ed up mounting points for tray cases. At least here's another one in the lower left which should fix the usual issues. Plates didn't arrive in Pokers until much later, namely the Poker 2. Plus they were low profile.
Some pics are up of the black, cyan and orange cases over at KBDfans : https://kbdfans.myshopify.com/blogs/news/5-case-black
Nice, first picture of cyan I get to see :D
Post by: mogo on Sun, 26 November 2017, 02:41:00
Post by: Lisinge on Sun, 26 November 2017, 04:15:30
Pictures of dark purple and dark blue are up on the gb update page https://kbdfans.myshopify.com/blogs/updates/5-case-update (https://kbdfans.myshopify.com/blogs/updates/5-case-update)
Post by: dodgeyhack on Sun, 26 November 2017, 04:29:56
By mount bits do you mean the pcb standoffs in the case? wouldn't it be easier and much less damaging to just put some tape or other thin insulating material on the unused standoffs?
Yeah standoff would be the term I was looking for. My concern is that there may be diodes or some other component in the way.
There was some discussion of that in the banana split GB thread (https://geekhack.org/index.php?topic=89896.msg2500606#msg2500606)
Post by: smithyithy on Sun, 26 November 2017, 05:13:55
Post by: Lisinge on Sun, 26 November 2017, 05:26:44
From those new photos I'm not sure which of the poll colours they've gone with for the purple..
Same here. It almost looks more lavender than dark purple. I hope it's just the lightning
Post by: KaosJ on Sun, 26 November 2017, 06:18:37
From those new photos I'm not sure which of the poll colours they've gone with for the purple..
The right one, dark purple
Post by: smithyithy on Sun, 26 November 2017, 07:28:39
From those new photos I'm not sure which of the poll colours they've gone with for the purple..
The right one, dark purple
:thumb:
Post by: Rafa_n on Sun, 26 November 2017, 09:11:29
Post by: Vigrith on Sun, 26 November 2017, 10:05:51
The black finish is alarmingly gorgeous and a little bit of me regrets not picking black. But most of me is just antsy because my case is stuck in customs at the moment. :-X
Agreed. Also uh oh, I've never had KBDfans' stuff get stuck in customs, hopefully this doesn't happen this time round either.
Post by: KaosJ on Sun, 26 November 2017, 10:16:38
Show Image(https://cdn.shopify.com/s/files/1/1473/3902/files/16_a9cc6244-689a-48b2-aa3f-b66d5e27a0ad_grande.jpg?v=1511677260)
Pictures of dark purple and dark blue are up on the gb update page https://kbdfans.myshopify.com/blogs/updates/5-case-update (https://kbdfans.myshopify.com/blogs/updates/5-case-update)
I really hope these are just strong lights making it a violet color
Post by: Denisgsv on Sun, 26 November 2017, 13:16:28
Post by: pixelpusher on Sun, 26 November 2017, 22:04:32
Post by: Rumblehotep on Sun, 26 November 2017, 22:12:18
Post by: dodgeyhack on Mon, 27 November 2017, 04:32:39
TL;DR; It fits nicely and looks great!
[attach=4]
The little bits of post it note (3) show where the extra standoffs make contact with the pcb.
In all cases, there's just enough space around the SMDs, so no filing required.
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The side standoffs don't align with the screw holes. But the inner four line up perfectly so not a big issue.
[attach=2][attach=3]
Post by: Lisinge on Mon, 27 November 2017, 05:49:14
B confirmed. B is for best purple
Post by: KaosJ on Mon, 27 November 2017, 07:36:07
For those wondering about the Banana Split...
TL;DR; It fits nicely and looks great!
(Attachment Link)
The little bits of post it note (3) show where the extra standoffs make contact with the pcb.
In all cases, there's just enough space around the SMDs, so no filing required.
(Attachment Link)
The side standoffs don't align with the screw holes. But the inner four line up perfectly so not a big issue.
(Attachment Link) (Attachment Link)
Damn that looks very nice, so hyped to get my Dark purple ;)
I saw your post on reddit for the bananasplit not fitting, does the no screw on the edges affect anything? (i never had that problem)
Post by: KaosJ on Mon, 27 November 2017, 07:37:05
Show Image(https://i.imgur.com/135xjGD_d.jpg?maxwidth=640&shape=thumb&fidelity=medium)
B confirmed. B is for best purple
Yeah they just said the same to me. Perfect news since B was miles better
Post by: Lisinge on Mon, 27 November 2017, 07:45:25
Show Image(https://i.imgur.com/135xjGD_d.jpg?maxwidth=640&shape=thumb&fidelity=medium)
B confirmed. B is for best purple
Yeah they just said the same to me. Perfect news since B was miles better
I'm so excited it really looked amazing. I've got all my purples ready for it. Really wanted the white modifiers for my jtk pow set but i have been looking for she's without any luck
Post by: KaosJ on Mon, 27 November 2017, 07:55:31
Show Image(https://i.imgur.com/135xjGD_d.jpg?maxwidth=640&shape=thumb&fidelity=medium)
B confirmed. B is for best purple
Yeah they just said the same to me. Perfect news since B was miles better
I'm so excited it really looked amazing. I've got all my purples ready for it. Really wanted the white modifiers for my jtk pow set but i have been looking for she's without any luck
Seems like we are doing the same thing!
I'm planning:
- Purple case
- DZ60, eventually with split spacebar
- Zealios or Zandas
- JTK PoW
Post by: Lisinge on Mon, 27 November 2017, 08:06:05
Seems like we are doing the same thing!
I'm planning:Purple dream ;D
- Purple case
- DZ60, eventually with split spacebar
- Zealios or Zandas
- JTK PoW
Haha seems we do ;D i got the R8 Zealios coming in and im puttibg my zeal60 in there for ultimate purpleness.
I have to admit i got the same purple cable from mechcables after seeing your post on reddit...
Post by: Applet on Mon, 27 November 2017, 09:35:48
(https://i.imgur.com/JtYSkqa.jpg)
Currently a alps64 with clicky modded oranges in it :)
Post by: Vigrith on Mon, 27 November 2017, 10:27:18
Potato-pic of mine.
Currently a alps64 with clicky modded oranges in it :)
Beautiful choice! Such a fantastic alternative to the super expensive alps cases people have been selling of late.
PS: if you don't mind my asking, did your shipment have to go through customs or is KBDfans still using their regular proxy for European orders?
Post by: Applet on Mon, 27 November 2017, 10:37:49
Thanks! :) The shipent was with DHL via fedex, not sure what their regular proxy is tho. I have not yet paid any customs fees, but sometimes these get invoiced later. Declared value was something like $18, so it should not be that bad :)Potato-pic of mine.
Currently a alps64 with clicky modded oranges in it :)
Beautiful choice! Such a fantastic alternative to the super expensive alps cases people have been selling of late.
PS: if you don't mind my asking, did your shipment have to go through customs or is KBDfans still using their regular proxy for European orders?
Post by: KaosJ on Mon, 27 November 2017, 10:43:44
Seems like we are doing the same thing!
I'm planning:Purple dream ;D
- Purple case
- DZ60, eventually with split spacebar
- Zealios or Zandas
- JTK PoW
Haha seems we do ;D i got the R8 Zealios coming in and im puttibg my zeal60 in there for ultimate purpleness.
I have to admit i got the same purple cable from mechcables after seeing your post on reddit...
rofl bro-hug. Oh yeah that 90n1ne cable is awesome. Hope you have the purple deskmat too :D
Post by: KaosJ on Mon, 27 November 2017, 10:45:52
PS: if you don't mind my asking, did your shipment have to go through customs or is KBDfans still using their regular proxy for European orders?
I would like to know too, a while ago i asked KBDFans and they said they will use the proxy (uk proxy if i'm not wrong).
Post by: Vigrith on Mon, 27 November 2017, 11:00:20
Thanks! :) The shipent was with DHL via fedex, not sure what their regular proxy is tho. I have not yet paid any customs fees, but sometimes these get invoiced later. Declared value was something like $18, so it should not be that bad :)
That's plenty enough for me to go off of, answers my question perfectly - thanks very much for taking the time to respond!
Post by: smithyithy on Mon, 27 November 2017, 11:59:52
Potato-pic of mine.
Currently a alps64 with clicky modded oranges in it :)
Looks so nice man!
Post by: TalkingTree on Tue, 28 November 2017, 06:53:08
It's missing the blockers though, not that it's a big deal to me since I'm not using them.
Post by: heavyheaded on Tue, 28 November 2017, 12:07:38
Got my case today and it looks great.
It's missing the blockers though, not that it's a big deal to me since I'm not using them.
I hope you're the exception and not the rule. I'm planning to use the 1.5u blockers...
Post by: dr_derivative on Tue, 28 November 2017, 15:19:15
Did anyone else get three keycaps free with their 5° case?
Post by: TalkingTree on Tue, 28 November 2017, 15:23:45
Did anyone else get three keycaps free with their 5° case?Yes, I did, no blockers and three blank keycaps, but I got three 1u.
Post by: dr_derivative on Tue, 28 November 2017, 15:27:40
Did anyone else get three keycaps free with their 5° case?Yes, I did, no blockers and three blank keycaps, but I got three 1u.
I did get all the blockers with mine. Seems odd to include three blanks though :))
Post by: dodgeyhack on Tue, 28 November 2017, 16:25:25
Post by: TalkingTree on Tue, 28 November 2017, 16:47:55
The blockers are tucked into slits in the foam - you didn't just overlook them did you?No, those were empty.
Post by: Lisinge on Tue, 28 November 2017, 17:15:18
Post by: Rumblehotep on Tue, 28 November 2017, 23:04:48
Post by: Atredl on Wed, 29 November 2017, 02:53:40
It's where we got the ****ed up mounting points for tray cases. At least here's another one in the lower left which should fix the usual issues. Plates didn't arrive in Pokers until much later, namely the Poker 2. Plus they were low profile.Poker X and Poker 2 were both high profile. It wasn't until the Pok3r that they started selling some stock low profile. That doesn't change the fact that aftermarket cases were originally designed to house the Poker X and the Poker 2, hence their widespread standoff layout, then they shifted towards properly fitting aftermarket plates instead.
Not sure why my initial comment is rustling so many jimmies though. It was meant to be a lighthearted "showerthought" type post. ¯\_(ツ)_/¯
Poker X & Poker 2:
More
(https://webwit.nl/kbc60/1.jpg)(https://img.banggood.com/thumb/water/upload/2012/jiangjunchao/sku091670-%20(2).jpg)
Post by: pon10 on Wed, 29 November 2017, 03:03:39
Post by: TalkingTree on Wed, 29 November 2017, 03:25:43
Have a lot of people not been receiving blockers?I didn't mean to spread the panic around like a wildfire. I haven't indeed received mine but it's also worth considering that I bought some cone feet along with my case, so my box was opened and, perhaps, the blockers fell out or were accidentally removed.
Post by: Sputnik on Wed, 29 November 2017, 14:09:31
For those wondering about the Banana Split...
TL;DR; It fits nicely and looks great!
(Attachment Link)
The little bits of post it note (3) show where the extra standoffs make contact with the pcb.
In all cases, there's just enough space around the SMDs, so no filing required.
(Attachment Link)
The side standoffs don't align with the screw holes. But the inner four line up perfectly so not a big issue.
(Attachment Link) (Attachment Link)
Great post. Thanks a lot.
Mine arrived today: super stuff!! (the blockers - 4 - were in and 3 1U black blank caps too. The invoice was for 14$, so no customs fees and whatsoever, what you've paid is final)
Post by: Sputnik on Wed, 29 November 2017, 14:14:23
Is R2 being planned? :cool:
It seems to be on sale on KBDfans shop ( https://kbdfans.myshopify.com/collections/case/products/pre-orderkbdfans-5-60-case )
With the preorder we paid 8$ less, but at 88 bucks it's still a steal, believe me.
Post by: AuthenticDanger on Wed, 29 November 2017, 14:35:48
Is R2 being planned? :cool:
It seems to be on sale on KBDfans shop ( https://kbdfans.myshopify.com/collections/case/products/pre-orderkbdfans-5-60-case )
With the preorder we paid 8$ less, but at 88 bucks it's still a steal, believe me.
Only colors that have shipped are in the KBDFans shop. Once I get my red case, I may pick up another (if I love it, which I think I will).
Post by: zekkin on Wed, 29 November 2017, 15:54:11
Post by: Puddsy on Wed, 29 November 2017, 16:08:17
So has anyone actually received the blockers and screwed them in? It's hard to believe they even exist without photos. Even KBDfans doesn't have a picture of them actually in the case.
read up a few posts, a few people said they got them
Post by: dr_derivative on Wed, 29 November 2017, 16:20:37
So has anyone actually received the blockers and screwed them in? It's hard to believe they even exist without photos. Even KBDfans doesn't have a picture of them actually in the case.
read up a few posts, a few people said they got them
(https://i.imgur.com/xRComLz.jpg)
Yes, I got all four blockers. I think TalkingTree was the only person who said he didn't get them.
Post by: AuthenticDanger on Wed, 29 November 2017, 16:25:57
So has anyone actually received the blockers and screwed them in? It's hard to believe they even exist without photos. Even KBDfans doesn't have a picture of them actually in the case.
read up a few posts, a few people said they got themShow Image(https://i.imgur.com/xRComLz.jpg)
Yes, I got all four blockers. I think TalkingTree was the only person who said he didn't get them.
Any photos of them installed?
Post by: dr_derivative on Wed, 29 November 2017, 16:31:00
So has anyone actually received the blockers and screwed them in? It's hard to believe they even exist without photos. Even KBDfans doesn't have a picture of them actually in the case.
read up a few posts, a few people said they got themShow Image(https://i.imgur.com/xRComLz.jpg)
Yes, I got all four blockers. I think TalkingTree was the only person who said he didn't get them.
Any photos of them installed?
I'm still waiting on other parts (namely the Bleach60 GB) before I actually build in this case. Maybe someone else has photos of them installed?
Post by: pixelpusher on Wed, 29 November 2017, 19:42:10
So has anyone actually received the blockers and screwed them in? It's hard to believe they even exist without photos. Even KBDfans doesn't have a picture of them actually in the case.
read up a few posts, a few people said they got themShow Image(https://i.imgur.com/xRComLz.jpg)
Yes, I got all four blockers. I think TalkingTree was the only person who said he didn't get them.
Any photos of them installed?
I'm still waiting on other parts (namely the Bleach60 GB) before I actually build in this case. Maybe someone else has photos of them installed?
I have switches for a bleach60, but isn’t that GB on hold? I forget to check DT
Post by: smithyithy on Thu, 30 November 2017, 01:07:40
Post by: Sputnik on Thu, 30 November 2017, 01:52:18
So has anyone actually received the blockers and screwed them in? It's hard to believe they even exist without photos. Even KBDfans doesn't have a picture of them actually in the case.
read up a few posts, a few people said they got themShow Image(https://i.imgur.com/xRComLz.jpg)
Yes, I got all four blockers. I think TalkingTree was the only person who said he didn't get them.
Any photos of them installed?
I'm still waiting on other parts (namely the Bleach60 GB) before I actually build in this case. Maybe someone else has photos of them installed?
Same here (I'm waiting for a banana split R2). Anyway to install them you have to screw them on a plate or PCB from below (most arguably on the PCB) using 4 black screws and hex- wrench which came with the case; so you have to make 4 holes in the PCB before you can screw them in. I think that to see a picture with them mounted you have to wait for someone who is building a keyboard with the proper layout.....
Post by: dr_derivative on Thu, 30 November 2017, 05:03:43
I have switches for a bleach60, but isn’t that GB on hold? I forget to check DT
It was put on hold for at least a month about a month ago, so I'm hopeful it'll start up again soon ;D
Anyway to install them you have to screw them on a plate or PCB from below (most arguably on the PCB) using 4 black screws and hex- wrench which came with the case; so you have to make 4 holes in the PCB before you can screw them in. I think that to see a picture with them mounted you have to wait for someone who is building a keyboard with the proper layout.....
For Cherry PCBs they just screw in through the central hole in the switch footprint. Alps PCBs and the Bleach60 don't have a centre hole so you will need to drill one.
Post by: AuthenticDanger on Thu, 30 November 2017, 10:54:44
Post by: SpAmRaY on Thu, 30 November 2017, 12:24:25
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Post by: amnesia0287 on Thu, 30 November 2017, 13:44:08
Can't believe this has fit issues with the GH60. :mad:
Sent from my SM-G930V using Tapatalk
???
Post by: montormabur on Sat, 02 December 2017, 06:09:04
Post by: Lisinge on Sat, 02 December 2017, 06:37:35
Post by: PRkeys on Sat, 02 December 2017, 06:38:22
Post by: KaosJ on Sat, 02 December 2017, 06:49:55
Ordered mine. Great price even outside the GB. :thumb:
Yeah basically GB price on Black Friday lul
Post by: TalkingTree on Sat, 02 December 2017, 06:57:10
Post by: smithyithy on Sat, 02 December 2017, 07:18:59
Post by: Rumblehotep on Sat, 02 December 2017, 13:24:32
Post by: Applet on Sat, 02 December 2017, 13:26:48
If my Alps64 doesn't fit I'm gonna cryIt fits :)
Post by: tron on Sat, 02 December 2017, 15:40:16
If my Alps64 doesn't fit I'm gonna cry
It fits :D
Love the way Brown Alps sound in it. Much better vs the Aliexpress 60 percent w/steel weight.
Post by: ideus on Sat, 02 December 2017, 15:43:48
If my Alps64 doesn't fit I'm gonna cry
It fits :D
Love the way Brown Alps sound in it. Much better vs the Aliexpress 60 percent w/steel weight.
Could you show the bottom side of your BAE? I have seen this board a few times and always think it is very cool.
Post by: tron on Sat, 02 December 2017, 16:21:41
If my Alps64 doesn't fit I'm gonna cry
It fits :D
Love the way Brown Alps sound in it. Much better vs the Aliexpress 60 percent w/steel weight.
Could you show the bottom side of your BAE? I have seen this board a few times and always think it is very cool.
Indeed it's the same board emdude built. He did a fantastic job with it and the Brown Alps he used are super clean and have no wear. It only took me a couple weeks to get used to the 1u backspace. It's not that bad coming from a Model F XT.
Post by: ideus on Sat, 02 December 2017, 16:37:35
If my Alps64 doesn't fit I'm gonna cry
It fits :D
Love the way Brown Alps sound in it. Much better vs the Aliexpress 60 percent w/steel weight.
Could you show the bottom side of your BAE? I have seen this board a few times and always think it is very cool.
Indeed it's the same board emdude built. He did a fantastic job with it and the Brown Alps he used are super clean and have no wear. It only took me a couple weeks to get used to the 1u backspace. It's not that bad coming from a Model F XT.
Thank you. I think it is an AT model, the XT features the vertical Enter, 1.75u backspace and 1.25u right bracket key.
Post by: tron on Sat, 02 December 2017, 16:53:01
If my Alps64 doesn't fit I'm gonna cry
It fits :D
Love the way Brown Alps sound in it. Much better vs the Aliexpress 60 percent w/steel weight.
Could you show the bottom side of your BAE? I have seen this board a few times and always think it is very cool.
Indeed it's the same board emdude built. He did a fantastic job with it and the Brown Alps he used are super clean and have no wear. It only took me a couple weeks to get used to the 1u backspace. It's not that bad coming from a Model F XT.
Thank you. I think it is an AT model, the XT features the vertical Enter, 1.75u backspace and 1.25u right bracket key.
I just meant the change to the 1u backspace wasn't that bad for me because I was typing on a Model F XT w/stepped 1u backspace key.
Post by: smithyithy on Sun, 03 December 2017, 15:30:53
It fits :)
It fits :D
;D ;D
Post by: Ponkan on Mon, 04 December 2017, 22:18:49
Post by: SpAmRaY on Mon, 04 December 2017, 22:30:23
Maybe it was just a coincidence or maybe it wasn't...seems kinda sketchy though.
Post by: KaosJ on Tue, 05 December 2017, 05:15:05
It's funny I contacted them and asked if a cancellation was possible since the GH60 won't fit properly due to the extra mounting point which was not in the original schematics/prototypes and instead of cancelling or even replying very quickly they shipped out my order then waited a day and said they couldn't cancel the order, how convenient.
Maybe it was just a coincidence or maybe it wasn't...seems kinda sketchy though.
Pretty sure it was just a coincidence since they are multiple people and since something similar happened to me (not in a bad way tho).
After 500+ case sold plus stock items (maybe around 600-700 cases produced) i don't think they care to cancel and refund 1 order. They are also selling it as stock now and be sure that if they don't sell it to you, they will sell it as stock. So not sketchy.
On a side note, kbdfans usually ships and LATER will mark your package shipped (not immediately), so most likely your package shipped and was marked shipped only in a second moment. For example when i bought the KBD75 i got the tracking the day before getting the keyboard, while the package shipped from them many days before that considering that the path China>EU proxy>Me.
Also, which is that extra mounting point not allowing the first revisions of the gh60 to fit?
Post by: smithyithy on Tue, 05 December 2017, 07:12:02
Purple shipped yet?
One has appeared in the wild yeah, at a recent meetup with a Hyperfuse set, looks stunning.
Mine seems to be taking a while to move, almost a week between drop off at Changzhou to Shanghai shipping centre. Hopefully if it lands in London this week it'll only be a couple days to get to my door..
Post by: mogo on Tue, 05 December 2017, 12:10:49
- So, poker doesn't fit if it has USB-C. (according to KBDfans (https://kbdfans.cn/products/pre-orderkbdfans-5-60-case))
- Anne Pro will only align on two screw holes. (according to commenter Ti (https://kbdfans.cn/products/pre-orderkbdfans-5-60-case))
- GH60 fits (https://www.reddit.com/r/MechanicalKeyboards/comments/7gnap0/5_degree_in_the_dying_light/), but has a problem with one of the posts, apparently? (Frustrating, since it was one explicitly stated as being compatible. Is it something that can be solved by shaving off one post or what?)
- DZ60 with MiniUSB should work (but then again, we've seen that just because KBD advertises compatibility (https://kbdfans.cn/products/pre-orderkbdfans-5-60-case) doesn't mean it's going to be perfect).
- Banana Split fits with four internal posts matching up, but three other posts will touch the PCB in other places and the outermost edge holes don't line up enough.(Thank you dodgeyhack (https://geekhack.org/index.php?topic=91584.msg2527315#msg2527315))
- Alps64 fits. (Thank you Applet (https://geekhack.org/index.php?topic=91584.msg2527418#msg2527418) and tron (https://geekhack.org/index.php?action=profile;u=61649)
- NERD Gon60 fits. (Thank you TalkingTree (https://geekhack.org/index.php?topic=91584.msg2529940#msg2529940))
I think I'm going to get a Gon60 because I've always had my eye on that board, but never a good excuse to get one. If anyone knows other compatibile (or incompatible) boards, please share so others can know what to look for. :thumb:
Post by: pixelpusher on Tue, 05 December 2017, 13:10:54
We really need a central PCB compatibility listing edited into the main post and/or the shop site. From what I've gathered by hearsay:
- So, poker doesn't fit if it has USB-C. (according to KBDfans (https://kbdfans.cn/products/pre-orderkbdfans-5-60-case))
- Anne Pro will only align on two screw holes. (according to commenter Ti (https://kbdfans.cn/products/pre-orderkbdfans-5-60-case))
- GH60 fits (https://www.reddit.com/r/MechanicalKeyboards/comments/7gnap0/5_degree_in_the_dying_light/), but has a problem with one of the posts, apparently? (Frustrating, since it was one explicitly stated as being compatible. Is it something that can be solved by shaving off one post or what?)
- DZ60 with MiniUSB should work (but then again, we've seen that just because KBD advertises compatibility (https://kbdfans.cn/products/pre-orderkbdfans-5-60-case) doesn't mean it's going to be perfect).
- Banana Split fits with four internal posts matching up, but three other posts will touch the PCB in other places and the outermost edge holes don't line up enough.(Thank you dodgeyhack (https://geekhack.org/index.php?topic=91584.msg2527315#msg2527315))
- Alps64 fits. (Thank you Applet (https://geekhack.org/index.php?topic=91584.msg2527418#msg2527418) and tron (https://geekhack.org/index.php?action=profile;u=61649)
- NERD Gon60 fits. (Thank you TalkingTree (https://geekhack.org/index.php?topic=91584.msg2529940#msg2529940))
I think I'm going to get a Gon60 because I've always had my eye on that board, but never a good excuse to get one. If anyone knows other compatibile (or incompatible) boards, please share so others can know what to look for. :thumb:
I have 2 coming and I was planning to use a cheap Satan60 and a GH60 revC from techkeys. I'm guessing both are going to have fitting problems. Anyone tried either? I have no issues with dremeling that damn post right off. That has to be a mistake. Or is it necessary to install the blockers?
I really like my Gon PCB, but I have it in the case I want it in currently
Maybe it's time to build an Alps 64 board?
Post by: amnesia0287 on Tue, 05 December 2017, 13:13:21
Post by: pixelpusher on Tue, 05 December 2017, 13:23:52
Post by: AuDiTH on Tue, 05 December 2017, 13:37:29
Anyone tried zeal60 yet?
I have Zeal60 (R1) in my purple case now and the board fits pretty well, but the USB port position doesn't line up with center of the hole which causes a bit trouble when plugging in cable.
Post by: AuDiTH on Tue, 05 December 2017, 13:41:56
Also, what about the FaceW? They've been delayed for like 1/2 a year now at mechanicalkeyboards.com, but if they ever do come into stock, that could be a good option.
There are some available in Sprit's eBay shop: https://www.ebay.com/itm/FaceW-60-PCB-SPRiT-Designs-LED-Underglow-Macro-Cherry-Keyboard-Vintage-GH60/222709667335?hash=item33da87d607:g:ZZ8AAOSw-0xYYVaI
Post by: mogo on Tue, 05 December 2017, 13:56:00
- Pok3r pcb doesn't fit if it has USB-C. (according to KBDfans (https://kbdfans.cn/products/pre-orderkbdfans-5-60-case))
- Anne Pro will only align on two screw holes. (according to commenter Ti (https://kbdfans.cn/products/pre-orderkbdfans-5-60-case))
- GH60 fits (https://www.reddit.com/r/MechanicalKeyboards/comments/7gnap0/5_degree_in_the_dying_light/), but has a problem with one of the posts, apparently? (Frustrating, since it was one explicitly stated as being compatible. Is it something that can be solved by shaving off one post or what?)
- DZ60 with MiniUSB should work (but then again, we've seen that just because KBD advertises compatibility (https://kbdfans.cn/products/pre-orderkbdfans-5-60-case) doesn't mean it's going to be perfect).
- Banana Split fits with four internal posts matching up, but three other posts will touch the PCB in other places and the outermost edge holes don't line up enough.(Thank you dodgeyhack (https://geekhack.org/index.php?topic=91584.msg2527315#msg2527315))
- Alps64 fits. (Thank you Applet (https://geekhack.org/index.php?topic=91584.msg2527418#msg2527418) and tron (https://geekhack.org/index.php?action=profile;u=61649))
- NERD Gon60 fits. (Thank you TalkingTree (https://geekhack.org/index.php?topic=91584.msg2529940#msg2529940))
- Zeal60 fits (Thank you AuDiTH (https://geekhack.org/index.php?topic=91584.msg2531419#msg2531419))
Post by: macken on Tue, 05 December 2017, 14:02:25
has anybody got a picture of how the dark purple case looks like in real life?
Only one I have seen is the A/B picture from the group buy.
Post by: Atredl on Tue, 05 December 2017, 14:06:21
I've always been unsure, are the FaceW and the b.Face essentially the same pcb or are there differences?
Post by: Ponkan on Tue, 05 December 2017, 14:25:43
Post by: dr_derivative on Tue, 05 December 2017, 14:29:50
My brother got an allen wrench and some screws with his purple case. I didn't get those in my black case. What are those screws for?
Those screws are for fitting the included blockers
Post by: Ponkan on Tue, 05 December 2017, 14:38:49
My brother got an allen wrench and some screws with his purple case. I didn't get those in my black case. What are those screws for?
Those screws are for fitting the included blockers
Do I ask them for those to ship them to me or do I have to find those screws somewhere else?
Post by: dr_derivative on Tue, 05 December 2017, 14:43:41
My brother got an allen wrench and some screws with his purple case. I didn't get those in my black case. What are those screws for?
Those screws are for fitting the included blockers
Do I ask them for those to ship them to me or do I have to find those screws somewhere else?
You should try asking them, they're usually pretty good at fixing things like this. Just make sure to explain the situation in simple terms, since they're not native English speakers.
Post by: AuDiTH on Tue, 05 December 2017, 16:14:07
Hi,
has anybody got a picture of how the dark purple case looks like in real life?
Only one I have seen is the A/B picture from the group buy.
Here's some quick pics of mine with GMK hyperfuse
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Post by: Atredl on Tue, 05 December 2017, 16:22:38
Is it just me or does that purple look a lot less saturated than either the A or B option?Hi,
has anybody got a picture of how the dark purple case looks like in real life?
Only one I have seen is the A/B picture from the group buy.
Here's some quick pics of mine with GMK hyperfuse
Poll picture:(https://i.imgur.com/HDV10St.jpg)
Update post on KBDfans: (https://i.imgur.com/D8cRDmm.jpg)
Post by: AuDiTH on Tue, 05 December 2017, 17:05:44
Is it just me or does that purple look a lot less saturated than either the A or B option?Hi,
has anybody got a picture of how the dark purple case looks like in real life?
Only one I have seen is the A/B picture from the group buy.
Here's some quick pics of mine with GMK hyperfuse
Poll picture:Show Image(https://i.imgur.com/HDV10St.jpg)
Update post on KBDfans:Show Image(https://i.imgur.com/D8cRDmm.jpg)
The lighting in these pics was pretty bad so I had to turn up brightness a bit, sorry about that. But seeing it person I would say B option is pretty accurate.
Post by: KaosJ on Tue, 05 December 2017, 17:17:00
Post by: pixelpusher on Tue, 05 December 2017, 18:12:18
It looks like only a few of the holes are going to line up, though. And those hot swap sockets are more than likely to cause clearance issues.
Post by: macken on Tue, 05 December 2017, 19:18:03
Is it just me or does that purple look a lot less saturated than either the A or B option?Hi,
has anybody got a picture of how the dark purple case looks like in real life?
Only one I have seen is the A/B picture from the group buy.
Here's some quick pics of mine with GMK hyperfuse
Poll picture:Show Image(https://i.imgur.com/HDV10St.jpg)
Update post on KBDfans:Show Image(https://i.imgur.com/D8cRDmm.jpg)
The lighting in these pics was pretty bad so I had to turn up brightness a bit, sorry about that. But seeing it person I would say B option is pretty accurate.
So going with dark purple would be a good match with Laser GMK? OR better with black?
Post by: AuDiTH on Tue, 05 December 2017, 19:54:02
Is it just me or does that purple look a lot less saturated than either the A or B option?Hi,
has anybody got a picture of how the dark purple case looks like in real life?
Only one I have seen is the A/B picture from the group buy.
Here's some quick pics of mine with GMK hyperfuse
Poll picture:Show Image(https://i.imgur.com/HDV10St.jpg)
Update post on KBDfans:Show Image(https://i.imgur.com/D8cRDmm.jpg)
The lighting in these pics was pretty bad so I had to turn up brightness a bit, sorry about that. But seeing it person I would say B option is pretty accurate.
So going with dark purple would be a good match with Laser GMK? OR better with black?
The colors aren't exact matches but dark purple would look nicer than black imo
Post by: macken on Tue, 05 December 2017, 20:19:17
Post by: amnesia0287 on Tue, 05 December 2017, 20:51:49
Is it Fjell dark purple? Saw the dark was up to order on their site now.
I'll have purple klippe and dark purple 5deg in a few days. I'll take side by sides :D.
Post by: lunr on Tue, 05 December 2017, 21:59:21
Is it Fjell dark purple? Saw the dark was up to order on their site now.
I'll have purple klippe and dark purple 5deg in a few days. I'll take side by sides :D.
Post by: Puddsy on Tue, 05 December 2017, 22:10:48
Don't think the purple Fjell is the same as the Klippe. I have the purple Klippe and it's more darkish magenta.Is it Fjell dark purple? Saw the dark was up to order on their site now.
I'll have purple klippe and dark purple 5deg in a few days. I'll take side by sides :D.
klippe r1 and r2 are different purples
Post by: Ponkan on Tue, 05 December 2017, 23:23:44
Post by: KaosJ on Wed, 06 December 2017, 03:55:59
Here's my fair share of pictures! It looks great I thought.
That's a good purple :thumb:
Doesn't really look like the dark purple B of the vote-pool but seems fine to me.
Post by: Lisinge on Wed, 06 December 2017, 05:44:45
Here's my fair share of pictures! It looks great I thought.
The purple looks so good. At least it's purple and not magenta
Post by: _PixelNinja on Wed, 06 December 2017, 06:20:13
Post by: pixelpusher on Wed, 06 December 2017, 07:29:50
Here's my fair share of pictures! It looks great I thought.
Looks great!
Post by: macken on Wed, 06 December 2017, 16:23:27
I'll have purple klippe and dark purple 5deg in a few days. I'll take side by sides :D.
Nice, looking forward to that.
Post by: AuthenticDanger on Wed, 06 December 2017, 16:33:48
Post by: KaosJ on Wed, 06 December 2017, 16:35:19
I'll have purple klippe and dark purple 5deg in a few days. I'll take side by sides :D.
Nice, looking forward to that.
Interested in this comparison.
Also if anyone has a FJELL dark purple and want to compare them as well
Post by: skidude9678 on Wed, 06 December 2017, 18:19:45
(https://i.imgur.com/x4597U2.jpg)
Post by: Rumblehotep on Wed, 06 December 2017, 20:55:53
Got my cyan one in today. Fits my Alps64 perfectly.Perfect!Show Image(https://i.imgur.com/x4597U2.jpg)
Post by: smithyithy on Thu, 07 December 2017, 03:37:47
Post by: HotRoderX on Thu, 07 December 2017, 04:11:14
Post by: macken on Thu, 07 December 2017, 16:17:57
Had plans to use the Laser set for a bigger board, but this case seems almost too good for the price. And lots of options for layouts when combining it with an DZ60 board.
Post by: SantiGo on Thu, 07 December 2017, 18:27:13
Post by: mogo on Thu, 07 December 2017, 21:14:02
- Pok3r pcb doesn't fit if it has USB-C. (according to KBDfans (https://kbdfans.cn/products/pre-orderkbdfans-5-60-case))
- Anne Pro will only align on two screw holes. (according to commenter Ti (https://kbdfans.cn/products/pre-orderkbdfans-5-60-case))
- GH60 fits (https://www.reddit.com/r/MechanicalKeyboards/comments/7gnap0/5_degree_in_the_dying_light/), but has a problem with one of the posts, apparently? (Frustrating, since it was one explicitly stated as being compatible. Is it something that can be solved by shaving off one post or what?)
- DZ60 with MiniUSB should work (but then again, we've seen that just because KBD advertises compatibility (https://kbdfans.cn/products/pre-orderkbdfans-5-60-case) doesn't mean it's going to be perfect).
- Banana Split fits with four internal posts matching up, but three other posts will touch the PCB in other places and the outermost edge holes don't line up enough.(Thank you dodgeyhack (https://geekhack.org/index.php?topic=91584.msg2527315#msg2527315))
- Alps64 fits. (Thank you Applet (https://geekhack.org/index.php?topic=91584.msg2527418#msg2527418) and tron (https://geekhack.org/index.php?action=profile;u=61649))
- NERD Gon60 fits. (Thank you TalkingTree (https://geekhack.org/index.php?topic=91584.msg2529940#msg2529940))
- Zeal60 fits (Thank you AuDiTH (https://geekhack.org/index.php?topic=91584.msg2531419#msg2531419))
- KBT Pure PCB fits perfectly on all six holes.
(updating because I just put my Pure PCB in out of impatience. Love it.)
Post by: eksuen on Fri, 08 December 2017, 00:17:00
- Pok3r pcb doesn't fit if it has USB-C. (according to KBDfans (https://kbdfans.cn/products/pre-orderkbdfans-5-60-case))
- Anne Pro will only align on two screw holes. (according to commenter Ti (https://kbdfans.cn/products/pre-orderkbdfans-5-60-case))
- GH60 fits (https://www.reddit.com/r/MechanicalKeyboards/comments/7gnap0/5_degree_in_the_dying_light/), but has a problem with one of the posts, apparently? (Frustrating, since it was one explicitly stated as being compatible. Is it something that can be solved by shaving off one post or what?)
- DZ60 with MiniUSB should work (but then again, we've seen that just because KBD advertises compatibility (https://kbdfans.cn/products/pre-orderkbdfans-5-60-case) doesn't mean it's going to be perfect).
- Banana Split fits with four internal posts matching up, but three other posts will touch the PCB in other places and the outermost edge holes don't line up enough.(Thank you dodgeyhack (https://geekhack.org/index.php?topic=91584.msg2527315#msg2527315))
- Alps64 fits. (Thank you Applet (https://geekhack.org/index.php?topic=91584.msg2527418#msg2527418) and tron (https://geekhack.org/index.php?action=profile;u=61649))
- NERD Gon60 fits. (Thank you TalkingTree (https://geekhack.org/index.php?topic=91584.msg2529940#msg2529940))
- Zeal60 fits (Thank you AuDiTH (https://geekhack.org/index.php?topic=91584.msg2531419#msg2531419))
- KBT Pure PCB fits perfectly on all six holes.
(updating because I just put my Pure PCB in out of impatience. Love it.)
The DZ60 lines up at all the standard mounting points. I haven't secured it yet because I still need to solder everything, but I don't foresee any issues.
Post by: HotRoderX on Fri, 08 December 2017, 00:21:17
Post by: OfTheWild on Fri, 08 December 2017, 00:28:13
Got my cyan one in today. Fits my Alps64 perfectly.Show Image(https://i.imgur.com/x4597U2.jpg)
That is stunning. Like a big brother to my minivan. :thumb:
Post by: SantiGo on Fri, 08 December 2017, 01:24:21
repost for new page, hope that's okay.
- Pok3r pcb doesn't fit if it has USB-C. (according to KBDfans (https://kbdfans.cn/products/pre-orderkbdfans-5-60-case))
- Anne Pro will only align on two screw holes. (according to commenter Ti (https://kbdfans.cn/products/pre-orderkbdfans-5-60-case))
- GH60 fits (https://www.reddit.com/r/MechanicalKeyboards/comments/7gnap0/5_degree_in_the_dying_light/), but has a problem with one of the posts, apparently? (Frustrating, since it was one explicitly stated as being compatible. Is it something that can be solved by shaving off one post or what?)
- DZ60 with MiniUSB should work (but then again, we've seen that just because KBD advertises compatibility (https://kbdfans.cn/products/pre-orderkbdfans-5-60-case) doesn't mean it's going to be perfect).
- Banana Split fits with four internal posts matching up, but three other posts will touch the PCB in other places and the outermost edge holes don't line up enough.(Thank you dodgeyhack (https://geekhack.org/index.php?topic=91584.msg2527315#msg2527315))
- Alps64 fits. (Thank you Applet (https://geekhack.org/index.php?topic=91584.msg2527418#msg2527418) and tron (https://geekhack.org/index.php?action=profile;u=61649))
- NERD Gon60 fits. (Thank you TalkingTree (https://geekhack.org/index.php?topic=91584.msg2529940#msg2529940))
- Zeal60 fits (Thank you AuDiTH (https://geekhack.org/index.php?topic=91584.msg2531419#msg2531419))
All pcb with type C usb not good??? Or only po3ker ??
Post by: Atredl on Fri, 08 December 2017, 02:11:44
All pcb with type C usb not goodThe type-c port is a bit bigger than mini usb. Up until now most 60% cases were made with mini usb in mind, so they don’t have a hole that’s big enough for type-c. Not sure if that’s the case here but it’s likely.Or only po3ker ??
Post by: madn3ss795 on Fri, 08 December 2017, 07:50:41
All pcb with type C usb not goodThe type-c port is a bit bigger than mini usb. Up until now most 60% cases were made with mini usb in mind, so they don’t have a hole that’s big enough for type-c. Not sure if that’s the case here but it’s likely.
This case fits GK64 PCB which uses type-c so there shouldn't be any problems. Album from reddit https://imgur.com/a/7wvJZ
Type C Poker is the "New Poker 2" which doesn't fit any custom cases anyway as its mounting points are different from previous Pokers.
Post by: TalkingTree on Fri, 08 December 2017, 08:12:22
(https://i.imgur.com/xDLdbJQ.jpg)
Post by: kekstee on Fri, 08 December 2017, 09:49:28
Set aside a NerD60 for this and was happy to see it just fits without complications.
Post by: dr_derivative on Fri, 08 December 2017, 09:57:57
Finally assembled mine.Show Image(https://i.imgur.com/xDLdbJQ.jpg)
You stole my idea, I'm putting plum on my grey 5° case! ;D Looking good though :p
Edit: The grin and tongue smileys aren't working :(
Post by: Rumblehotep on Fri, 08 December 2017, 10:41:56
Post by: smithyithy on Fri, 08 December 2017, 11:20:58
Post by: Rumblehotep on Sat, 09 December 2017, 14:00:07
First case is an extremely shiny metallic lavender.
Next case is a very dark rich purple.
Did I get shipped the wrong cases? But there was no light purple option right?
Took them out of my workstation area and into bright sunlight and boom the lavender darkened into an awesome purple and the dark purple one morphed into dark blue.
Moral of the story: I gotta get rid of my yellow lamps, the dark blue case literally changed from left to right in direct sunlight.
[attachimg=1]
Post by: dr_derivative on Sat, 09 December 2017, 15:29:55
Just got my dark purple and dark blue cases and had a bit of a panic.
First case is an extremely shiny metallic lavender.
Next case is a very dark rich purple.
Did I get shipped the wrong cases? But there was no light purple option right?
Took them out of my workstation area and into bright sunlight and boom the lavender darkened into an awesome purple and the dark purple one morphed into dark blue.
Moral of the story: I gotta get rid of my yellow lamps, the dark blue case literally changed from left to right in direct sunlight.
(Attachment Link)
Same thing happened to me with my dark grey, at first I thought they'd sent me a silver one by accident :))
Post by: KaosJ on Sat, 09 December 2017, 16:24:37
Just got my dark purple and dark blue cases and had a bit of a panic.
First case is an extremely shiny metallic lavender.
Next case is a very dark rich purple.
Did I get shipped the wrong cases? But there was no light purple option right?
Took them out of my workstation area and into bright sunlight and boom the lavender darkened into an awesome purple and the dark purple one morphed into dark blue.
Moral of the story: I gotta get rid of my yellow lamps, the dark blue case literally changed from left to right in direct sunlight.
(Attachment Link)
any photo?
Post by: HotRoderX on Sat, 09 December 2017, 17:05:30
GK64 Doesn't fit at all plate is to wide. The screw outs are not the same. I am pretty dis pointed in this as I asked before joining if it would fit the answer was yes. I had my doubts and worries seems they where founded.
Post by: Rumblehotep on Sat, 09 December 2017, 18:14:23
any photo?This is the same case (dark blue):
inside
[attach=1]
outside
[attach=2]
Post by: madn3ss795 on Sun, 10 December 2017, 01:11:03
KBParadise v60 doesn't work ((uses similar screw outs to Poker2)) The board uses 3 of the screw placement top is not secure at all. The top ((assuming due to post)) shorts allowing multiple number keys to be pressed with a sing press when using the numbers at the top.
GK64 Doesn't fit at all plate is to wide. The screw outs are not the same. I am pretty dis pointed in this as I asked before joining if it would fit the answer was yes. I had my doubts and worries seems they where founded.
Any pics of GK64? Can't you secure the PCB to the case first then put plate/switch on later since the PCB supports hotswap?
Post by: GreyAmbience on Sun, 10 December 2017, 01:29:33
Post by: HotRoderX on Sun, 10 December 2017, 02:41:58
KBParadise v60 doesn't work ((uses similar screw outs to Poker2)) The board uses 3 of the screw placement top is not secure at all. The top ((assuming due to post)) shorts allowing multiple number keys to be pressed with a sing press when using the numbers at the top.
GK64 Doesn't fit at all plate is to wide. The screw outs are not the same. I am pretty dis pointed in this as I asked before joining if it would fit the answer was yes. I had my doubts and worries seems they where founded.
Any pics of GK64? Can't you secure the PCB to the case first then put plate/switch on later since the PCB supports hotswap?
No pictures sadly. The plate it's self was far to large to be used in the case in general. The plate would need to be sanded down on all 4 sides. I thought about going san's plate then noticed that several of the switches hot swap connectors.. would have rested on screw down post. Making it unstable if I could even get it screwed in to start with. The nice thing about the GK64 is it does have PCB mount holes for switches.
Post by: KaosJ on Sun, 10 December 2017, 03:07:39
any photo?This is the same case (dark blue):
inside
(Attachment Link)
outside
(Attachment Link)
lol seems 2 totally different colors on different lights
Post by: Sputnik on Sun, 10 December 2017, 13:18:18
- Pok3r pcb doesn't fit if it has USB-C. (according to KBDfans (https://kbdfans.cn/products/pre-orderkbdfans-5-60-case))
- Anne Pro will only align on two screw holes. (according to commenter Ti (https://kbdfans.cn/products/pre-orderkbdfans-5-60-case))
- GH60 fits (https://www.reddit.com/r/MechanicalKeyboards/comments/7gnap0/5_degree_in_the_dying_light/), but has a problem with one of the posts, apparently? (Frustrating, since it was one explicitly stated as being compatible. Is it something that can be solved by shaving off one post or what?)
- DZ60 with MiniUSB should work (but then again, we've seen that just because KBD advertises compatibility (https://kbdfans.cn/products/pre-orderkbdfans-5-60-case) doesn't mean it's going to be perfect).
- Banana Split fits with four internal posts matching up, but three other posts will touch the PCB in other places and the outermost edge holes don't line up enough.(Thank you dodgeyhack (https://geekhack.org/index.php?topic=91584.msg2527315#msg2527315))
- Alps64 fits. (Thank you Applet (https://geekhack.org/index.php?topic=91584.msg2527418#msg2527418) and tron (https://geekhack.org/index.php?action=profile;u=61649))
- NERD Gon60 fits. (Thank you TalkingTree (https://geekhack.org/index.php?topic=91584.msg2529940#msg2529940))
- Zeal60 fits (Thank you AuDiTH (https://geekhack.org/index.php?topic=91584.msg2531419#msg2531419))
- KBT Pure PCB fits perfectly on all six holes.
(updating because I just put my Pure PCB in out of impatience. Love it.)
Hey Mogo, it seems that the BananaSplit60 R2 fits, even with that USB C connector (take a look at the last posts at this thread: https://geekhack.org/index.php?topic=92342.50 )
....Update the list.... ;)
Post by: mogo on Sun, 10 December 2017, 14:22:51
- Pok3r PCB with Mini-USB fits (Thank you /r/theeguyver (https://www.reddit.com/r/MechanicalKeyboards/comments/7iznk3/photos_pok3r_rgb_kbdfans_5/))
- Pok3r pcb doesn't fit if it has USB-C. (according to KBDfans (https://kbdfans.cn/products/pre-orderkbdfans-5-60-case))
- Pok3r PLATE does not fit well, it is wider than most plates. You can get it in, but will probably scrape the insides of the case. You should consider buying a different plate, desoldering your board, and swapping out the stock plate.(see this comment (https://www.reddit.com/r/MechanicalKeyboards/comments/7iznk3/photos_pok3r_rgb_kbdfans_5/dr3rsru/?context=3&st=jb3sni5z&sh=ed91a63e))
- Anne Pro will only align on two screw holes. (according to commenter Ti (https://kbdfans.cn/products/pre-orderkbdfans-5-60-case))
- GH60 fits (https://www.reddit.com/r/MechanicalKeyboards/comments/7gnap0/5_degree_in_the_dying_light/), but has a problem with one of the posts, apparently? (Need clarification)
- DZ60 with MiniUSB should work (KBDfans advertises compatibility (https://kbdfans.cn/products/pre-orderkbdfans-5-60-case) on the case's sale page. Example from /r/ptiede (https://www.reddit.com/r/MechanicalKeyboards/comments/7j2kbd/kbdfans_5_degree_cyan/)).
- Banana Split fits with four internal posts matching up, but three other posts will touch the PCB in other places and the outermost edge holes don't line up enough.(Thank you dodgeyhack (https://geekhack.org/index.php?topic=91584.msg2527315#msg2527315))
- Banana Split R2 with USB-C fits (Thank you Arhipio (https://geekhack.org/index.php?topic=92342.50))
- Alps64 fits. (Thank you Applet (https://geekhack.org/index.php?topic=91584.msg2527418#msg2527418) and tron (https://geekhack.org/index.php?topic=91584.msg2530098#msg2530098))
- NERD Gon60 fits. (Thank you TalkingTree (https://geekhack.org/index.php?topic=91584.msg2529940#msg2529940))
- Zeal60 fits (Thank you AuDiTH (https://geekhack.org/index.php?topic=91584.msg2531419#msg2531419))
- KBT Pure PCB fits perfectly on all six holes.
- Liang 6+ GK6x / DF64RGB fits (Thank you GreyAmbience (https://i.imgur.com/hGrpnYi.jpg))
- GK64 fits, but you may want to insulate a couple posts. (Thank you madn3ss795 (https://geekhack.org/index.php?topic=91584.msg2534811#msg2534811))
- XD75 fits (Thanks to /r/AmazingInvader (https://www.reddit.com/r/MechanicalKeyboards/comments/7j23oc/photos_xd75_in_purple_5_case/))
edited: added caveat for pok3r plate.
2: adding more from reddit
Post by: KaosJ on Sun, 10 December 2017, 17:53:03
- Pok3r pcb doesn't fit if it has USB-C. (according to KBDfans (https://kbdfans.cn/products/pre-orderkbdfans-5-60-case))
- Anne Pro will only align on two screw holes. (according to commenter Ti (https://kbdfans.cn/products/pre-orderkbdfans-5-60-case))
- GH60 fits (https://www.reddit.com/r/MechanicalKeyboards/comments/7gnap0/5_degree_in_the_dying_light/), but has a problem with one of the posts, apparently? (Frustrating, since it was one explicitly stated as being compatible. Is it something that can be solved by shaving off one post or what?)
- DZ60 with MiniUSB should work (but then again, we've seen that just because KBD advertises compatibility (https://kbdfans.cn/products/pre-orderkbdfans-5-60-case) doesn't mean it's going to be perfect).
- Banana Split fits with four internal posts matching up, but three other posts will touch the PCB in other places and the outermost edge holes don't line up enough.(Thank you dodgeyhack (https://geekhack.org/index.php?topic=91584.msg2527315#msg2527315))
- Banana Split R2 with USB-C fits (Thank you Arhipio (https://geekhack.org/index.php?topic=92342.50))
- Alps64 fits. (Thank you Applet (https://geekhack.org/index.php?topic=91584.msg2527418#msg2527418) and tron (https://geekhack.org/index.php?action=profile;u=61649))
- NERD Gon60 fits. (Thank you TalkingTree (https://geekhack.org/index.php?topic=91584.msg2529940#msg2529940))
- Zeal60 fits (Thank you AuDiTH (https://geekhack.org/index.php?topic=91584.msg2531419#msg2531419))
- KBT Pure PCB fits perfectly on all six holes.
- Liang 6+ GK6x / DF64RGB fits (Thank you GreyAmbience (https://i.imgur.com/hGrpnYi.jpg))
I'm kinda curious about the GK61 from GreyAmbience. By any chance you tried to put in the stock plate of the igk61 too?
Post by: HotRoderX on Mon, 11 December 2017, 03:02:37
Post by: amnesia0287 on Mon, 11 December 2017, 03:11:51
Pok3r 3 white plate with USB Mini will not fit a 5 degree case. I just tested it with mine. I ended up scratching the sides of the case. Its a extremely tight fit that won't allow one side to sit flush completely. Getting really frustrated with this case because it doesn't seem to fit anything except a few random boards. Not the quality I would expect from KBDfans. Special not after getting my KBD75
As has been discussed previously, the Pok3r has a wider than standard plate. It also won’t fit in sentraq cases for the same reason. I’m pretty sure any aftermarket plate would work fine.
Post by: KaosJ on Mon, 11 December 2017, 05:51:12
Pok3r 3 white plate with USB Mini will not fit a 5 degree case. I just tested it with mine. I ended up scratching the sides of the case. Its a extremely tight fit that won't allow one side to sit flush completely. Getting really frustrated with this case because it doesn't seem to fit anything except a few random boards. Not the quality I would expect from KBDfans. Special not after getting my KBD75
Not sure who you asked but the PCB is supposed to work, not the plate, i'm pretty sure no one would guarantee that a plate works until it is manually tested.
Also for the "FEW", to be honest any standard plate/universal plate will fit since that case should have the standard footprints of 60% Keyboards, when you see a plate that doesn't fit is because that one it isn't a standard one (e.g. it will be wider on 2 or 4 of the edges).
On a side note, if you wanted to move the whole pcb+switch+plate inside that case, filing it on the larger edges could be the only way.
Post by: ioioioio on Mon, 11 December 2017, 14:43:39
5o Case x GMK Yuri x Cherry OG Alphas[attachimg=1]
Post by: mogo on Mon, 11 December 2017, 14:50:19
Got mine tho~
5o Case x GMK Yuri x Cherry OG Alphas (Attachment Link)
The winkey blocks look amazing. What PCB and plate did you use?
Post by: ioioioio on Mon, 11 December 2017, 15:15:50
Got mine tho~
5o Case x GMK Yuri x Cherry OG Alphas (Attachment Link)
The winkey blocks look amazing. What PCB and plate did you use?
Yes! the blockers looks so dang nice hahahah .. that's xd60 and allu plate
Post by: AuthenticDanger on Mon, 11 December 2017, 15:17:55
Post by: amnesia0287 on Mon, 11 December 2017, 22:14:54
Is it Fjell dark purple? Saw the dark was up to order on their site now.
I'll have purple klippe and dark purple 5deg in a few days. I'll take side by sides :D.
(https://i.imgur.com/dcHiCZ6.jpg)
(https://i.imgur.com/nBJ2Tug.jpg)
More Here: https://imgur.com/a/NoOY5
It's certainly more silver/lavender, but it still looks very nice. While the color may not be quite as nice, the overall machine quality is fantastic. At least with a Zeal60, all but one of the extra standoffs are actually on screw points on the pcb, so if you can find a plate with all the holes, you can actually add a few extra screws, but even without that, they serve the same purposes as the notches as the top and bottom of the klippe, so I'd say it should be more or less just as stable.
The 5deg is also a good bit lighter than the Klippe (around half a pound) so I imagine the acoustics wont be quite as good, but that more has to do with the design and angle. I also imagine the reduced mass helps with costs.
All that said, I still greatly prefer the LOOKS of the Klippe, BUT I can't really argue that the 5deg is a substantially better value with very little compromise. I'm kinda tempted to get another purple one just to see how the next batch turns out, but probably not for now, so many other things coming soon :D.
Post by: smithyithy on Tue, 12 December 2017, 02:37:15
I must say I do prefer the colour of the 5° too
Post by: amnesia0287 on Tue, 12 December 2017, 03:14:17
I almost ordered a Klippe but as nice as they are I couldn't force myself to pull the trigger after having bought be Tina and 5° for the equivalent price.
I must say I do prefer the colour of the 5° too
The Klippe is fairly close to DY purple. Slightly off, but very close:
(https://i.imgur.com/CHeSa0Q.jpg)
I actually prefer the 5Deg shade, I just wish it was more saturated. I like vibrant colored stuff.
That’s why I’m currious how the next batch will look. I suspect the dark prototype and these are the same color, it just ended up less saturated this batch. So perhaps the next will be more my style.
Regardless, I’m not trying to complain about the 5Deg at all. It is a BETTER value by quite a lot. It’s just a bit too aggressive/angular for me. Still easy to recommend to anyone who likes the look.
Post by: madn3ss795 on Tue, 12 December 2017, 05:16:55
(https://i.imgur.com/GOuYS2p.jpg)
Also received blue, purple, cyan and black if anybody need pics.
Just tested the case with a GK64 PCB, and the two mounts near the upper edge of the case touch components on the PCB slightly, so it's best to cover these 2 mounts with electrical tape and don't screw the other mounts in too tight. Otherwise it's a good fit.
Post by: _PixelNinja on Wed, 13 December 2017, 10:22:31
[attach=1]
Post by: mogo on Wed, 13 December 2017, 12:30:41
Post by: smithyithy on Wed, 13 December 2017, 12:31:25
Post by: MikeTheTiger on Wed, 13 December 2017, 13:52:51
Post by: smithyithy on Thu, 14 December 2017, 06:46:48
In the meantime, just seen this on r/MK - great use of the blockers!
(https://i.imgur.com/jHHPtNz.jpg)
Post by: mogo on Thu, 14 December 2017, 10:39:11
Post by: smithyithy on Thu, 14 December 2017, 13:36:07
Sadly won't be able to use the blockers unless I drill my Alps64 PCb (undecided...), but the case is great - my custom brass plate just fits inside, which is a relief :))
Also, I cannot photograph the colour properly, at least on an iPhone, in any light it just doesn't capture it truly.
Post by: KaosJ on Thu, 14 December 2017, 13:47:12
Got mine, it's so nice!
unless I drill my Alps64 PCb (undecided...)
Just DON'T!
Post by: Rumblehotep on Thu, 14 December 2017, 17:02:12
Mine's waiting for me at home, finally cleared customs :))Do you have the reddit link? I didn't even know you could work arrow keys into a 60 form factor only 65... this changes bunches of plans
In the meantime, just seen this on r/MK - great use of the blockers!Show Image(https://i.imgur.com/jHHPtNz.jpg)
Post by: smithyithy on Thu, 14 December 2017, 17:18:10
Do you have the reddit link? I didn't even know you could work arrow keys into a 60 form factor only 65... this changes bunches of plans
Sure thing: https://www.reddit.com/r/MechanicalKeyboards/comments/7jqmz3/gk64_x_5_with_nice_coffee/
Just DON'T!
I probably won't, all things considered it's probably not worth the risk.
Post by: ideus on Thu, 14 December 2017, 17:29:06
Post by: TalkingTree on Fri, 15 December 2017, 03:52:17
Are the blockers available stand alone?Sure, they can sell you mine for they weren't in the box.
Post by: uaix on Mon, 18 December 2017, 12:03:48
Aslo, finished board pics https://imgur.com/a/8IJNq
Post by: pixelpusher on Sat, 23 December 2017, 12:23:28
GH60 Satan (Rev CN) fits without hitting anything. These are the cheap ones from ebay/ali
SPRiT faceW fits without issue
GH60 Rev C from techkeys did not work because of the diode (as others had mentioned previously)
Gon NERD 60 fits without issue
The case is really nice. I have to say that I prefer DSA on this low angle boards, but to each his own.
[attachimg=1]
Post by: macken on Sat, 23 December 2017, 12:58:27
In the meantime, just seen this on r/MK - great use of the blockers!Show Image(https://i.imgur.com/jHHPtNz.jpg)
That's the exact layout I'm gonna go with when I get my case and Laser caps. Never liked the blockers before I saw this one.
Post by: Zobeid Zuma on Sat, 23 December 2017, 21:50:31
(http://zobeid.zapto.org/image/keeb/Zo64-18.jpg)
http://zobeid.zapto.org/image/keeb/Zo64-18.jpg (http://zobeid.zapto.org/image/keeb/Zo64-18.jpg)
I put IBM style 1-inch cork pads on the bottom of mine instead of the chintzy little rubber feet it came with.
Post by: pixelpusher on Sat, 23 December 2017, 22:47:21
I got mine with the silver finish yesterday. I've got to agree that it looks best with low-profile and non-sculpted keycaps like DSA. It probably would look good with a G20 set.Show Image(http://zobeid.zapto.org/image/keeb/Zo64-18.jpg)
http://zobeid.zapto.org/image/keeb/Zo64-18.jpg (http://zobeid.zapto.org/image/keeb/Zo64-18.jpg)
I put IBM style 1-inch cork pads on the bottom of mine instead of the chintzy little rubber feet it came with.
Ooh, the purple and orange. Nice. I’m going to get drifter for my other case. I think the theme would work perfectly
Post by: Zobeid Zuma on Sun, 24 December 2017, 07:53:45
Ooh, the purple and orange. Nice. I’m going to get drifter for my other case. I think the theme would work perfectly
Purple and orange wasn't my choice; they came with a keyboard that I snagged off eBay. It is sort of growing on me, though!
Also… The screws that came with the 5° are very tiny and short. At first I tried to re-use the screws from another case, but that didn't work, and if I had tried to force them I think I could easily have ruined the standoffs. Use the screws it comes with!
Post by: ideus on Sun, 24 December 2017, 09:54:14
Are the blockers available stand alone?Sure, they can sell you mine for they weren't in the box.
(https://i.imgur.com/yXbuEHp.jpg)
Post by: pon10 on Thu, 04 January 2018, 15:48:29
Post by: mogo on Thu, 04 January 2018, 16:23:32
- Pok3r PCB with Mini-USB fits (Thank you /r/theeguyver (https://www.reddit.com/r/MechanicalKeyboards/comments/7iznk3/photos_pok3r_rgb_kbdfans_5/))
- Pok3r pcb doesn't fit if it has USB-C. (according to KBDfans (https://kbdfans.cn/products/pre-orderkbdfans-5-60-case))
- Pok3r PLATE does not fit well, it is wider than most plates. You can get it in, but will probably scrape the insides of the case. You should consider buying a different plate, desoldering your board, and swapping out the stock plate.(see this comment (https://www.reddit.com/r/MechanicalKeyboards/comments/7iznk3/photos_pok3r_rgb_kbdfans_5/dr3rsru/?context=3&st=jb3sni5z&sh=ed91a63e))
- Anne Pro will only align on two screw holes. (according to commenter Ti (https://kbdfans.cn/products/pre-orderkbdfans-5-60-case))
- GH60 fits (https://www.reddit.com/r/MechanicalKeyboards/comments/7gnap0/5_degree_in_the_dying_light/), but has a problem with one of the posts. Addendum: GH60 Rev C from techkeys did not work because of a diode in the wrong place (thank you reececonrad (https://geekhack.org/index.php?topic=91584.msg2539170#msg2539170))
- GH60 Satan (Rev CN) fits. (Thank you again reececonrad)
- DZ60 with MiniUSB should work (KBDfans advertises compatibility (https://kbdfans.cn/products/pre-orderkbdfans-5-60-case) on the case's sale page. Example from /r/ptiede (https://www.reddit.com/r/MechanicalKeyboards/comments/7j2kbd/kbdfans_5_degree_cyan/)).
- Banana Split fits with four internal posts matching up, but three other posts will touch the PCB in other places and the outermost edge holes don't line up enough.(Thank you dodgeyhack (https://geekhack.org/index.php?topic=91584.msg2527315#msg2527315))
- Banana Split R2 with USB-C fits (Thank you Arhipio (https://geekhack.org/index.php?topic=92342.50))
- Alps64 fits. (Thank you Applet (https://geekhack.org/index.php?topic=91584.msg2527418#msg2527418) and tron (https://geekhack.org/index.php?topic=91584.msg2530098#msg2530098))
- NERD Gon60 fits. (Thank you TalkingTree (https://geekhack.org/index.php?topic=91584.msg2529940#msg2529940) and reececonrad (https://geekhack.org/index.php?topic=91584.msg2539170#msg2539170))
- Zeal60 fits (Thank you AuDiTH (https://geekhack.org/index.php?topic=91584.msg2531419#msg2531419))
- KBT Pure PCB fits perfectly on all six holes.
- Liang 6+ GK6x / DF64RGB fits (Thank you GreyAmbience (https://i.imgur.com/hGrpnYi.jpg))
- GK64 fits, but you may want to insulate a couple posts. (Thank you madn3ss795 (https://geekhack.org/index.php?topic=91584.msg2534811#msg2534811))
- XD75 fits (Thanks to /r/AmazingInvader (https://www.reddit.com/r/MechanicalKeyboards/comments/7j23oc/photos_xd75_in_purple_5_case/))
- SPRiT faceW fits. (thank you reececonrad (https://geekhack.org/index.php?topic=91584.msg2539170#msg2539170))
- xd60 fits. (thank you ioioioio (https://geekhack.org/index.php?topic=91584.msg2534474#msg2534474))
I've got a pretty good list going of reported/observed pcbs that fit.
Post by: eksuen on Thu, 04 January 2018, 16:49:56
- Pok3r PCB with Mini-USB fits (Thank you /r/theeguyver (https://www.reddit.com/r/MechanicalKeyboards/comments/7iznk3/photos_pok3r_rgb_kbdfans_5/))
- Pok3r pcb doesn't fit if it has USB-C. (according to KBDfans (https://kbdfans.cn/products/pre-orderkbdfans-5-60-case))
- Pok3r PLATE does not fit well, it is wider than most plates. You can get it in, but will probably scrape the insides of the case. You should consider buying a different plate, desoldering your board, and swapping out the stock plate.(see this comment (https://www.reddit.com/r/MechanicalKeyboards/comments/7iznk3/photos_pok3r_rgb_kbdfans_5/dr3rsru/?context=3&st=jb3sni5z&sh=ed91a63e))
- Anne Pro will only align on two screw holes. (according to commenter Ti (https://kbdfans.cn/products/pre-orderkbdfans-5-60-case))
- GH60 fits (https://www.reddit.com/r/MechanicalKeyboards/comments/7gnap0/5_degree_in_the_dying_light/), but has a problem with one of the posts. Addendum: GH60 Rev C from techkeys did not work because of a diode in the wrong place (thank you reececonrad (https://geekhack.org/index.php?topic=91584.msg2539170#msg2539170))
- GH60 Satan (Rev CN) fits. (Thank you again reececonrad)
- DZ60 with MiniUSB should work (KBDfans advertises compatibility (https://kbdfans.cn/products/pre-orderkbdfans-5-60-case) on the case's sale page. Example from /r/ptiede (https://www.reddit.com/r/MechanicalKeyboards/comments/7j2kbd/kbdfans_5_degree_cyan/)).
- Banana Split fits with four internal posts matching up, but three other posts will touch the PCB in other places and the outermost edge holes don't line up enough.(Thank you dodgeyhack (https://geekhack.org/index.php?topic=91584.msg2527315#msg2527315))
- Banana Split R2 with USB-C fits (Thank you Arhipio (https://geekhack.org/index.php?topic=92342.50))
- Alps64 fits. (Thank you Applet (https://geekhack.org/index.php?topic=91584.msg2527418#msg2527418) and tron (https://geekhack.org/index.php?topic=91584.msg2530098#msg2530098))
- NERD Gon60 fits. (Thank you TalkingTree (https://geekhack.org/index.php?topic=91584.msg2529940#msg2529940) and reececonrad (https://geekhack.org/index.php?topic=91584.msg2539170#msg2539170))
- Zeal60 fits (Thank you AuDiTH (https://geekhack.org/index.php?topic=91584.msg2531419#msg2531419))
- KBT Pure PCB fits perfectly on all six holes.
- Liang 6+ GK6x / DF64RGB fits (Thank you GreyAmbience (https://i.imgur.com/hGrpnYi.jpg))
- GK64 fits, but you may want to insulate a couple posts. (Thank you madn3ss795 (https://geekhack.org/index.php?topic=91584.msg2534811#msg2534811))
- XD75 fits (Thanks to /r/AmazingInvader (https://www.reddit.com/r/MechanicalKeyboards/comments/7j23oc/photos_xd75_in_purple_5_case/))
- SPRiT faceW fits. (thank you reececonrad (https://geekhack.org/index.php?topic=91584.msg2539170#msg2539170))
- xd60 fits. (thank you ioioioio (https://geekhack.org/index.php?topic=91584.msg2534474#msg2534474))
I've got a pretty good list going of reported/observed pcbs that fit.
I can confirm DZ60 fits.
Post by: pon10 on Fri, 05 January 2018, 09:43:59
Post by: SpAmRaY on Fri, 02 March 2018, 18:29:05
I'm still disappointed the GH60 is not a drop in fit, my 5° case has been sitting in the shipping box with nothing to go in it.
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Post by: eksuen on Fri, 02 March 2018, 18:44:44
What's the cheapest available to buy 60% that'll fit properly in this case?
I'm still disappointed the GH60 is not a drop in fit, my 5° case has been sitting in the shipping box with nothing to go in it.
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Assuming you mean PCB only, probably the DZ60. The b.face should be similarly priced too. Mechanicalkeyboards and Sentraq also have readily available options (FaceW and S60X PCB), but they will cost you a bit more. I'd wager the Sentraq PCB fits, but as far as I know, it hasn't been confirmed yet.
Post by: SpAmRaY on Fri, 02 March 2018, 22:36:20
What's the cheapest available to buy 60% that'll fit properly in this case?
I'm still disappointed the GH60 is not a drop in fit, my 5° case has been sitting in the shipping box with nothing to go in it.
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Assuming you mean PCB only, probably the DZ60. The b.face should be similarly priced too. Mechanicalkeyboards and Sentraq also have readily available options (FaceW and S60X PCB), but they will cost you a bit more. I'd wager the Sentraq PCB fits, but as far as I know, it hasn't been confirmed yet.
Yes I meant 60% PCB. : thumb:
Thanks for the info.
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Post by: Zobeid Zuma on Fri, 02 March 2018, 22:54:01
Post by: SpAmRaY on Fri, 02 March 2018, 22:57:58
I don't know if anyone else has observed, but the 5° case has been revised since it first came out. I got one of the original pre-order cases, and it had 9 standoffs with screws. I got two later ones that each have the standard 6 standoffs, but they've added three "ledge" supports around the edge of the case.
Does that mean the newer revision is more compatible??
I feel even more ripped off now.... :(
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Post by: HotRoderX on Sat, 03 March 2018, 00:37:05
I don't know if anyone else has observed, but the 5° case has been revised since it first came out. I got one of the original pre-order cases, and it had 9 standoffs with screws. I got two later ones that each have the standard 6 standoffs, but they've added three "ledge" supports around the edge of the case.
Does that mean the newer revision is more compatible??
I feel even more ripped off now.... :(
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I wasn't exactly thrilled with my preorder either!! after finally getting something to fit into it turns out... Three of the mount points out of 6 are stripped.. the screws don't like to fit properly.
Post by: Chromatrope on Sat, 03 March 2018, 06:35:19
Post by: TheNamesTy45 on Fri, 06 April 2018, 19:36:40
Ooh, the purple and orange. Nice. I’m going to get drifter for my other case. I think the theme would work perfectly
Purple and orange wasn't my choice; they came with a keyboard that I snagged off eBay. It is sort of growing on me, though!
Also… The screws that came with the 5° are very tiny and short. At first I tried to re-use the screws from another case, but that didn't work, and if I had tried to force them I think I could easily have ruined the standoffs. Use the screws it comes with!
No way. Did they come off of a Filco Majestouch 2 with heavy modifications??
Post by: ian13 on Tue, 24 April 2018, 09:11:33
Post by: oldcat on Wed, 25 April 2018, 11:26:21
Post by: lecorsair on Wed, 25 April 2018, 12:04:18
You can also build a 60% with arrows cluster:
Post by: oldcat on Wed, 25 April 2018, 14:19:40
KBDfans has a 65% case for the TADA, not sure if the mounts are universal though - infact not sure if there's a universal 65% mount standard yet.
You can also build a 60% with arrows cluster:
Interesting! for the 60% to have arrow cluster, is hand wiring or some modding needed or the PCB will support this layout? thank you!
Post by: lecorsair on Wed, 25 April 2018, 17:07:08
KBDfans has a 65% case for the TADA, not sure if the mounts are universal though - infact not sure if there's a universal 65% mount standard yet.
You can also build a 60% with arrows cluster:
[/quoteKBDfans has a 65% case for the TADA, not sure if the mounts are universal though - infact not sure if there's a universal 65% mount standard yet.
You can also build a 60% with arrows cluster:
Interesting! for the 60% to have arrow cluster, is hand wiring or some modding needed or the PCB will support this layout? thank you!
Interesting! for the 60% to have arrow cluster, is hand wiring or some modding needed or the PCB will support this layout? thank you!
Just the pcb and plate need to support it. I also find QMK support immensely helpful in customizing the keys function. For example, the shift key is only "shift" when held down and "/?" When tapped, in keeping muscle memory where those keys should be.
Post by: helpful on Wed, 25 April 2018, 23:38:47
Post by: DMacKB on Thu, 26 April 2018, 01:31:07
Interesting! for the 60% to have arrow cluster, is hand wiring or some modding needed or the PCB will support this layout? thank you!
Hi buddy, check out the DZ60 on kbdfans. Supports arrow cluster 2 diff ways, split space bar and lots of good stuff. They can build it for you also.
Post by: kokoon on Fri, 04 May 2018, 05:35:07
I don't know if anyone else has observed, but the 5° case has been revised since it first came out. I got one of the original pre-order cases, and it had 9 standoffs with screws. I got two later ones that each have the standard 6 standoffs, but they've added three "ledge" supports around the edge of the case.Just got mine in black, together with the YD60BLE PCB and steel iso board that supports split spacebar. The 6 standoffs are actually really not enough, there's simply zero support in the bottom left of the case. To top it off, the PCB is pretty badly warped so insufficient standoffs pose an extra problem. But even with a straight board, I can't imagine typing on this, with the entire bottom left corner hanging in the air. I'm going to try to add some spacers under the board, other than that, the battery depression on the case has been moved to under where the connector is on the PCB, so the wiring can be shorter, I guess. Overall, I like the case, but am underwhelmed by this standoffs omission.
Oh, and by the way - it is stated on the product page, and indeed the YD60BLE sadly doesn't support split left shift (to accomodate full ISO layout). But this is due to an apparent design error - the mounting holes are there, the markings read "ISO \", but its rightmost mounting holes are offset for 0.125 to the left, making it unusable. The left variant (the one where the entire bottom row is shifted 1/4 to the left, to accomodate "/" + shift + arrows) actually looks usable, but I'm not interested in that one.
Post by: kokoon on Fri, 04 May 2018, 06:00:47
Post by: Atredl on Sat, 05 May 2018, 00:56:29
Does the WKL b.face pcb fit in this case? I'm planning to buy this case but a bit hesitant because b.face might not fit.Just tested it, the b.face fits in this case.
Post by: kokoon on Mon, 14 May 2018, 18:39:10
(https://i.imgur.com/1wh3yrD.jpg)
Post by: MikeTheTiger on Tue, 15 May 2018, 11:03:17
Post by: xondat on Tue, 15 May 2018, 11:12:44
I’m too lazy to look back. Lol. Does the XD75re fit? I think I remember something about it fitting, but I’m not sure.
Someone earlier in the thread says it does
The point of XD75 was to fit in standard 60% so it should anyway
Post by: kokoon on Thu, 31 May 2018, 12:43:11
I made some measurements, maybe this can help somebody else (don't know where else to post it)FYI - this battery fits: (https://i.imgur.com/rssZWOS_d.jpg?maxwidth=640&shape=thumb&fidelity=medium)Show Image(https://i.imgur.com/1wh3yrD.jpg)
Post by: HotRoderX on Fri, 15 June 2018, 01:24:02
I made some measurements, maybe this can help somebody else (don't know where else to post it)FYI - this battery fits:Show Image(https://i.imgur.com/1wh3yrD.jpg)Show Image(https://i.imgur.com/rssZWOS_d.jpg?maxwidth=640&shape=thumb&fidelity=medium)
what purpose would a battery serve in a keyboard that can't be used wireless. I mean there would need to be some sort of cut out or window for the wireless transmitter to transmit thought. It wouldn't be able to transmit thought the case or top plate and if it did mange to it be a very weak signal at best. I guess it is possible your going to route the transmitter above the plate thought that seems like a lot of work. I just wanted to point this out. I noticed a rash of people wanting to covert metal cases to wireless and its just not as easy nor as simple as people seem to think.
Post by: Atredl on Fri, 15 June 2018, 01:39:31
The entire switch plate is filled with holes that are only covered with plastic switches. Considering phone makers only need to put two small bands for the radio antenna on metal phones, I’d say there’s a good chance the radio waves can still get out through the top. Unless you can link to someone building one that doesn’t work, I think it could still work and it’s worth trying.I made some measurements, maybe this can help somebody else (don't know where else to post it)FYI - this battery fits:Show Image(https://i.imgur.com/1wh3yrD.jpg)Show Image(https://i.imgur.com/rssZWOS_d.jpg?maxwidth=640&shape=thumb&fidelity=medium)
what purpose would a battery serve in a keyboard that can't be used wireless. I mean there would need to be some sort of cut out or window for the wireless transmitter to transmit thought. It wouldn't be able to transmit thought the case or top plate and if it did mange to it be a very weak signal at best. I guess it is possible your going to route the transmitter above the plate thought that seems like a lot of work. I just wanted to point this out. I noticed a rash of people wanting to covert metal cases to wireless and its just not as easy nor as simple as people seem to think.