I think 7x space is just too long, 6x is much better, and 6.25x isn't bad. I finally ended up on this:Anything longer than about 3u is a ridiculous waste of space. :-)
Curious to know why there are gaps in the function row and between the right CTRL and arrow cluster. Why not compress it all?
- The F row is offset from the number row, which gives a more pleasing appearance than 75%
- Can take a standard ANSI keyset, except for the one extra 1x next to the arrows and the incorrect profile of Home/End (solvable with numpad keys if desired)
Curious to know why there are gaps in the function row and between the right CTRL and arrow cluster. Why not compress it all?
In short, because I like it.
I agree to Captain. Those gaps are ugly. At first you state gaps are wasted space (and ugly). Agreed. And then you create ... gaps!
6.25, because finding 6x is hard and I wanted common kits to work.
I really like the design, specially because as a touch typist it is easy to move from a standard ANSI to this. The only thing I would change is perhaps add 0.25 space between the function row and the rest of the board.
Looking forward to the progress!
I really like the design, specially because as a touch typist it is easy to move from a standard ANSI to this. The only thing I would change is perhaps add 0.25 space between the function row and the rest of the board.
Looking forward to the progress!
That's a good idea, actually. Extra space up there doesn't affect my mouse placement at all. I guess I just was on a compression kick when I designed this.
I really like the design, specially because as a touch typist it is easy to move from a standard ANSI to this. The only thing I would change is perhaps add 0.25 space between the function row and the rest of the board.
Looking forward to the progress!
That's a good idea, actually. Extra space up there doesn't affect my mouse placement at all. I guess I just was on a compression kick when I designed this.
Having no space doesn't really bother me, to be honest. Im strange, in that I realky like how the 60% boards look, i just dont like to use them. So my compact designs try to get really small.
I'm not a big fan of drag soldering. I already did it the old fashioned way.
I'm not a big fan of drag soldering. I already did it the old fashioned way.
I'm not a big fan of drag soldering. I already did it the old fashioned way.
Do you already have a case design in mind?
You're making rapid progress, keep up the good work!
Great design of the case! Can you share details on the "binding post" and how that works? For my own "sandwich" case, I was going to use countersunk screws and just manually drill out the countersink from lasercut acrylic or wood, but I'm keen to see other options.
You're making rapid progress, keep up the good work!
Is he making rapid progress...or did he already finish the board and he's just posting the build log in parts? ;)
Yeah I would never attempt to drill acrylic without a drill press, which I don't have. I know I'd screw it up. I updated the OP to be more specific. Google search "chicago screws", you'll see what I mean.
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I've had good experiences with Ponoko for lasercut acrylic... but that wasn't for switch plates, just enclosures:
(https://farm5.staticflickr.com/4085/5219807774_d6584dd61e_s.jpg) (https://flic.kr/p/8XfSZL)sammichFM prototype (https://flic.kr/p/8XfSZL) by Wilba6582 (https://www.flickr.com/people/50272908@N00/), on Flickr
Yeah, but there's good reasons for that... easy to specify cuts and different engraving types in the one file.
But I agree, it's a bit annoying having to add another app to the tool chain.
I just import DXF into Inkscape, set the line style/color to the right one for cutting, then copy pasta into their template.... lay it out on the panel as you like.
File->Open... ;D
Yeah I just can't do it, I've been using Inkscape for 10 minutes and I'm going to throw this PC out the window. It's the slowest program I've ever used in my life, and buggy.
Yeah I just can't do it, I've been using Inkscape for 10 minutes and I'm going to throw this PC out the window. It's the slowest program I've ever used in my life, and buggy.
I am going to try and get Simon to re-cut the plate with less kerf-size correction. If he won't do it, I'll try Ponoko.
I am disappoint. It looks awesome, I need to be typing on this ASAPShow Image(http://i.imgur.com/rpscwoR.jpg)
I am going to try and get Simon to re-cut the plate with less kerf-size correction. If he won't do it, I'll try Ponoko.
I am disappoint. It looks awesome, I need to be typing on this ASAPShow Image(http://i.imgur.com/rpscwoR.jpg)
Is there any chance you'll be making the pcb files open to anyone? Or were you going to sell these?
Awesome layout btw
I am going to try and get Simon to re-cut the plate with less kerf-size correction. If he won't do it, I'll try Ponoko.
I am disappoint. It looks awesome, I need to be typing on this ASAPShow Image(http://i.imgur.com/rpscwoR.jpg)
Therefore, I am going to post an Interest Check for a limited run of CompactTKL keyboards. MOQ will be small.I would definitely be interested in this. :)
I just posted the final part of the build log. Finally, I can get some sleep!
I am... Plexiglass ;) next version won't have the wrist support, though. The corner can be uncomfortable
I really liked how you used 74HC154 to demultiplex the columns. Is the source code for this available? I'd like to adapt it on the keyboards I'm designing. (That can prove difficult for me, but I'd like to try.)
I am... Plexiglass ;) next version won't have the wrist support, though. The corner can be uncomfortable
Can you bevel the edge, or is that not the issue?
Some insane **** here. Great layout and I love the way your case came out with the magenta LED.Thanks dude. The other day I walked into my office in the dark and it made me think of Mace Windu and I got a kick out of that.
a+++