Author Topic: [IC] Cherry Switch Top Removal Tool (Read 84365 times)

The_Beast · « **on:** Sat, 20 October 2012, 02:44:31 »

The interest check:
I will be buying some of the switch tools at the same time as the poker plate group buy. This is just a interest gauge NOT an order form. Please keep the "other" option short, simple and to the point. They would come pre-bent and sanded ready to work as soon as you get them.

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What it looks like:

Looks dumb but I could take apart 7 switches PER MINUTE:

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Interest Check Form

WhiteFireDragon · « **Reply #1 on:** Sat, 20 October 2012, 03:38:48 »

Interested, filled out that form. Does it come with finger tape, and those fingers as well?

On a more serious note, I don't think it's required you bend them. In fact, I think it might be better that you don't bend, that way you can hold it at the tip for slightly more leverage and your fingers are closer together.

Halverson · « **Reply #2 on:** Sat, 20 October 2012, 03:39:54 »

Quote from: WhiteFireDragon on Sat, 20 October 2012, 03:38:48

Interested, filled out that form. Does it come with finger tape, and those fingers as well?

Interested in the tape and fingers as well...my fingers would tend to get chaffed and tired from such an activity.

The_Beast · « **Reply #3 on:** Sat, 20 October 2012, 03:47:19 »

Quote from: WhiteFireDragon on Sat, 20 October 2012, 03:38:48

Interested, filled out that form. Does it come with finger tape, and those fingers as well?

On a more serious note, I don't think it's required you bend them. In fact, I think it might be better that you don't bend, that way you can hold it at the tip for slightly more leverage and your fingers are closer together.

I tried it without the bend, it didn't work

WhiteFireDragon · « **Reply #4 on:** Sat, 20 October 2012, 03:56:48 »

How so? Just by looking at the pics, I wouldn't think that the bend just allows your fingers to hold it at certain angle, but not totally prevent the design from working.

The_Beast · « **Reply #5 on:** Sat, 20 October 2012, 04:07:42 »

Quote from: WhiteFireDragon on Sat, 20 October 2012, 03:56:48

How so? Just by looking at the pics, I wouldn't think that the bend just allows your fingers to hold it at certain angle, but not totally prevent the design from working.

Without the bend, you can't actuate the switch top enough to

Glissant · « **Reply #6 on:** Sat, 20 October 2012, 04:15:14 »

Oh yes! This tool looks to be exactly what I would need. I've been starting to have issues with some switches because of the way I've been opening my switches on my Poker tens of times.

GET'ER DONE!

Acanthophis · « **Reply #7 on:** Sat, 20 October 2012, 04:55:41 »

Filled out form.

Would be cool if we/you could find a way to put them together when not in use. Magnets, easily open string or similar, etc.
But this is just a neat bonus, I totally could live w/o it.

fruktstund · « **Reply #8 on:** Sat, 20 October 2012, 05:04:44 »

Definitely interested! I'm too bad at bending paperclips, so this is perfect.

i3oilermaker · « **Reply #9 on:** Sat, 20 October 2012, 07:59:03 »

Interested! Form filled

CKTofu · « **Reply #10 on:** Sat, 20 October 2012, 10:19:20 »

Definitely interested, filled out the form!

nntnam · « **Reply #11 on:** Sat, 20 October 2012, 10:45:04 »

Form filled

. I did one myself based on limmy't tutorial but still want one. It looks cool

alaricljs · « **Reply #12 on:** Sat, 20 October 2012, 10:49:32 »

Can I recommend a modification? Punch 2 holes through the tool, one a small distance up from the base of the curve, another a small distance down from the top end. 3/8" seems like a good size. You could then use elastic cord loops to attach the tools to your fingers instead of tape.

The_Beast · « **Reply #13 on:** Sat, 20 October 2012, 12:02:47 »

Quote from: alaricljs on Sat, 20 October 2012, 10:49:32

Can I recommend a modification? Punch 2 holes through the tool, one a small distance up from the base of the curve, another a small distance down from the top end. 3/8" seems like a good size. You could then use elastic cord loops to attach the tools to your fingers instead of tape.

NO RECOMMENDATIONS EVER

yea, we can add some holes ^__^

Edit: Pm'ed some of the people who left comments
Edit 2: They will be coming pre-bend and sanded, added to OP

Caaaarrrt · « **Reply #14 on:** Sat, 20 October 2012, 12:33:05 »

looks good to me

Acanthophis · « **Reply #15 on:** Sat, 20 October 2012, 13:40:30 »

Quote from: The_Beast on Sat, 20 October 2012, 12:02:47

Edit: Pm'ed some of the people who left comments

Should I have left the comment in the form to get your attention? :/

The_Beast · « **Reply #16 on:** Sat, 20 October 2012, 13:42:38 »

Quote from: DeathAdder on Sat, 20 October 2012, 13:40:30

Quote from: The_Beast on Sat, 20 October 2012, 12:02:47
Edit: Pm'ed some of the people who left comments
Should I have left the comment in the form to get your attention? :/

I like the idea of magnets but like alaricljs, bungie cords would help open the switch AND keep them together

yuiop · « **Reply #17 on:** Sat, 20 October 2012, 13:52:04 »

Form filled, I'm interested. I'm currently using binder clips. They work fine but tend to put too much stress on my finger tips. I was thinking about getting some angled tweezers.

Acanthophis · « **Reply #18 on:** Sat, 20 October 2012, 13:59:56 »

Ah, ok, had to reread alaricljs' post a few times to understand its content

Yeah, that's quite similar to my approach, even better.
I still want credits!

AKIMbO · « **Reply #19 on:** Sat, 20 October 2012, 14:01:22 »

Sounds dope...I'd be down for one set.

TheProfosist · « **Reply #20 on:** Sat, 20 October 2012, 14:21:41 »

down for a set as well filled out form

wiredPANDA · « **Reply #21 on:** Sat, 20 October 2012, 14:24:46 »

Form completed.

The_Beast · « **Reply #22 on:** Sat, 20 October 2012, 15:05:20 »

Quote from: DeathAdder on Sat, 20 October 2012, 13:59:56

Ah, ok, had to reread alaricljs' post a few times to understand its content
Yeah, that's quite similar to my approach, even better.
I still want credits!

uhhhmmmm no?

^___^

DarkShot · « **Reply #23 on:** Sat, 20 October 2012, 15:40:13 »

Interested as well, fancy form filled out already.

Sifo · « **Reply #24 on:** Sat, 20 October 2012, 20:27:34 »

Filled out the form, I'd be interested in these. Should work better than those paper clip things :\

esoomenona · « **Reply #25 on:** Sat, 20 October 2012, 20:53:15 »

thegunner100 · « **Reply #26 on:** Sat, 20 October 2012, 20:54:12 »

Would definitely be interested in buying!

The_Beast · « **Reply #27 on:** Sat, 20 October 2012, 21:00:49 »

Looks good, I think I'm going to order about 50 sets

hashbaz · « **Reply #28 on:** Sat, 20 October 2012, 21:06:03 »

Awesome idea Beasty. Form filled.

TheQsanity · « **Reply #29 on:** Sat, 20 October 2012, 23:11:43 »

Quote from: The_Beast on Sat, 20 October 2012, 13:42:38

Quote from: DeathAdder on Sat, 20 October 2012, 13:40:30
Quote from: The_Beast on Sat, 20 October 2012, 12:02:47
Edit: Pm'ed some of the people who left comments
Should I have left the comment in the form to get your attention? :/

I like the idea of magnets but like alaricljs, bungie cords would help open the switch AND keep them together

Elastic bands like in underwear.

Rumudiez · « **Reply #30 on:** Mon, 22 October 2012, 00:36:01 »

Interesting, think I would be in for a pair.

modulor · « **Reply #31 on:** Mon, 22 October 2012, 08:59:33 »

In for one...fancy form filled!

Computer-Lab in Basement · « **Reply #32 on:** Mon, 22 October 2012, 09:05:24 »

Form filled. Me wants! Will make switch swapping/modding so much easier...

The_Beast · « **Reply #33 on:** Mon, 22 October 2012, 09:32:33 »

I think I'll be buying 120 tools/60 sets during this GB. I'll be able to ship with the poker plates (I'll just add what it cost onto your shipping invoice) or separately if you didn't order a plate.

Tentative pricing is $5.50 + shipping

modulor · « **Reply #34 on:** Mon, 22 October 2012, 12:32:56 »

Quote from: The_Beast on Mon, 22 October 2012, 09:32:33

I think I'll be buying 120 tools/60 sets during this GB. I'll be able to ship with the poker plates (I'll just add what it cost onto your shipping invoice) or separately if you didn't order a plate.

Tentative pricing is $5.50 + shipping

The_Beast · « **Reply #35 on:** Mon, 22 October 2012, 12:35:03 »

Per alaricljs (and DeathAdder) suggestion, 2 holes have been added for magnets or elastic

justin one · « **Reply #36 on:** Mon, 22 October 2012, 13:08:41 »

If these are less than $10 I would be in for at least one set.

The_Beast · « **Reply #37 on:** Mon, 22 October 2012, 13:19:59 »

Quote from: justin one on Mon, 22 October 2012, 13:08:41

If these are less than $10 I would be in for at least one set.

There were a couple $10 and if you want to pay that, I'll accept. But the vast majority were in the $4-$7 range

boost · « **Reply #38 on:** Mon, 22 October 2012, 13:40:59 »

Nice, forum filled.

Acanthophis · « **Reply #39 on:** Mon, 22 October 2012, 16:01:17 »

Quote from: The_Beast on Mon, 22 October 2012, 12:35:03

Per alaricljs suggestion, 2 holes have been added for magnets or elastic

Awww maaaan :/

The_Beast · « **Reply #40 on:** Mon, 22 October 2012, 16:04:23 »

Check again you big baby ^____^

Acanthophis · « **Reply #41 on:** Mon, 22 October 2012, 18:40:16 »

Now I can die happy

rindorbrot · « **Reply #42 on:** Wed, 24 October 2012, 07:05:01 »

Will a order thread be up soon?

The_Beast · « **Reply #43 on:** Wed, 24 October 2012, 07:18:52 »

Quote from: rindorbrot on Wed, 24 October 2012, 07:05:01

Will a order thread be up soon?

I'm front the money and buying ~60 sets. You can just buy from me directly. They should be ready ~11/30 since I'll have to sand and bend 120 of them

Acanthophis · « **Reply #44 on:** Wed, 24 October 2012, 09:31:31 »

If we also buy a Poker plate from you, you do ship them combined, right?

The_Beast · « **Reply #45 on:** Wed, 24 October 2012, 09:44:06 »

Quote from: DeathAdder on Wed, 24 October 2012, 09:31:31

If we also buy a Poker plate from you, you do ship them combined, right?

Yea, people who have bought plates will have priority since I'm shipping them stuff anyways. If there are any left, then I'll sell to anyone else who wants one

Zehkul · « **Reply #46 on:** Thu, 25 October 2012, 05:40:23 »

dumb question, this tool doesn’t need the leverage from below the switch, is it possible to change switches without desoldering even on normal plates then?

The_Beast · « **Reply #47 on:** Thu, 25 October 2012, 08:16:23 »

Quote from: Zehkul on Thu, 25 October 2012, 05:40:23

dumb question, this tool doesn’t need the leverage from below the switch, is it possible to change switches without desoldering even on normal plates then?

Nope. If you look at a switch is has four legs/hooks that need to be unhooked from the bottom of the switch. On OEM plates there is no cutout to allow the legs to be moved. On the poker/phantom plate, you can see little notches cut out which allow you to remove the top without having to desolder

Paranoid · « **Reply #48 on:** Thu, 25 October 2012, 09:14:25 »

also interested, filling out the form!

Munzter · « **Reply #49 on:** Sat, 27 October 2012, 00:46:59 »

Would like to order a pair when available! Please keep us posted when they do. Thanks!

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Author Topic: [IC] Cherry Switch Top Removal Tool (Read 84365 times)