[GB] Zlant 40% QMK Keyboard GROUP BUY OPEN (for extras), SHIPPING

[ziptyze]

This group buy will be for the Zlant, a uniform-stagger 4x12 QMK powered keyboard.

I have some extra kits still available from unpaid invoices. I will keep the form open as long as I still have some available.

Group Buy Link:

Available layouts are as follows:


Full grid


2U Space


1.25U/1.5U/1.25U Middle

I have tried to keep costs for these kits down as much as possible. The kit will include the pcb, a top plate, and a bottom plate all made of FR4 pcb material. Additionally kits include a GMK 2u screw in stabilizer, 7mm spacers, m2 screws, and bumpons.

Kits are $65 for one kit, $64 each for two kits, $63 each for three kits and so forth. If you wish to purchase more than 10, please contact me directly. Price includes first-class shipping to the CONUS. International first-class shipping will be $15 extra for up to two boards, larger orders will be calculated on a case by case basis.

There is no option in this group buy for an unsoldered PCB. As of right now I don't have plans for assembly, but if you're interested you may message me and we can talk about some options.

Here are some pictures of my functional prototypes:







And some pictures of an assembled board:





UPDATE 08/09/19 - PCBs have been ordered. All other components are already on their way to me. Group buy still open for extra kits.

UPDATE 09/20/18 - I'm more than halfway through shipping. Once I've completed shipping I will create a detailed assembly video for anyone that wants to use it.

[ziptyze]

For the current kits, you will receive a bag of parts including anti-skid bumpons, a GMK screw in 2u stabilizer, 2 4mm m2 screws (for the stabilizer), 6 5mm m2 screws (for the bottom of the board, and attaching standoffs), 6 3mm m2 hex head screws (for attaching the plate to the standoffs), 6 m2 7mm standoffs, and a hex wrench for the hex head screws.



Info follows for previous group buy:

If you ordered an un-soldered board, you will receive with your pcb a packet containing all of the components:

1. 1 x 32u4 microcontroller
2. 1 x crystal
3. 1 x 10uf capacitor (big orange one, polarized)
4. 1 x 1uf capacitor (thicker of the small white caps)
5. 2 x 22pf capacitors (thinner of the small white caps)
6. 2 x 10k ohm resistors
7. 2 x 22 ohm resistors
8. 1 x reset switch
9. 1 x usb jack
10. 50 x diodes

Here is a picture of the placement and polarity of all of the components. All diodes not pictured follow the same polarity.



Default json is attached for use at kbfirmware.com

Below is a picture of the 3d printed case



And this is the case file on Thingiverse: https://www.thingiverse.com/thing:3021803. I was going to offer it for sale on Shapeways as well, but it's stupid expensive. Find a friend, or buy a printer. They're fun.

[ArchDill]

It is just so dang interesting...

[Daellin]

So cheap! Wish there was a hi-profile case but the cost reflects that. In for one!

[ziptyze]

So cheap! Wish there was a hi-profile case but the cost reflects that. In for one!

There will be



I’ll need to secure some manufacturing for it, or you could get someone to print it. If you get one of these kits you’ll be able to use it in the future though because they’ll be completely drop-in.

[W00gala]

Definitely in for at least one of the solder yourself kits, will be following this!

[MikeTheTiger]

Hmmm...I'm in.

[ziptyze]

Edited the first post because I realized I forgot an order form.

[MikeTheTiger]

Edited the first post because I realized I forgot an order form.

The soldered kit uses smd compotnents?

[ziptyze]

Edited the first post because I realized I forgot an order form.

The soldered kit uses smd compotnents?

Yes, no through hole other than the little bit on the USB port

[MikeTheTiger]

Edited the first post because I realized I forgot an order form.

The soldered kit uses smd compotnents?

Yes, no through hole other than the little bit on the USB port

Cool

[Daellin]

So cheap! Wish there was a hi-profile case but the cost reflects that. In for one!

There will be

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I’ll need to secure some manufacturing for it, or you could get someone to print it. If you get one of these kits you’ll be able to use it in the future though because they’ll be completely drop-in.

Yes I remember seeing that - I figured there might have been an acrylic hi-profile option in the works, I'd prefer that as 3D printing looks a bit too "choppy" for me.

[MatchstickMan]

So if I understand this correctly, the DIY kit ($35) comes with all the SMD parts (diodes, controller, etc.) and also the sandwich case bits (standoffs, plates, etc.)? I would just need to solder the SMD components, find switches, and keycaps?

[ziptyze]

So if I understand this correctly, the DIY kit ($35) comes with all the SMD parts (diodes, controller, etc.) and also the sandwich case bits (standoffs, plates, etc.)? I would just need to solder the SMD components, find switches, and keycaps?

That is correct

[ziptyze]

So cheap! Wish there was a hi-profile case but the cost reflects that. In for one!

There will be

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I’ll need to secure some manufacturing for it, or you could get someone to print it. If you get one of these kits you’ll be able to use it in the future though because they’ll be completely drop-in.

Yes I remember seeing that - I figured there might have been an acrylic hi-profile option in the works, I'd prefer that as 3D printing looks a bit too "choppy" for me.

Oh sorry, yeah I don’t intend on selling the printed ones, it would take me waaaaaaay too long to produce them since I could only make one or two a day. That’s just the design that I would like to have milled, or eventually sls printed which is a very different printing process with no discernible print lines. I intend at some point in the future to do a group buy when I finalize how I will have the cases produced.

[dwarflemur]

Where are the bypass caps on that PCB? I don't see any... Does it have ESD protection?

[MatchstickMan]

Another question: What's the timeline on this GB? Specifically for the DIY kits.

Might be good to add to the OP as well.

[ziptyze]

Another question: What's the timeline on this GB? Specifically for the DIY kits.

Might be good to add to the OP as well.

Sorry, I’ll add this in the main post as well. Once most of the invoices clear and I know how many PCBs I need (people want quite a few bare kits), I’ll submit the order for more PCBs. They generally take about 7-10 days from the time I submit payment. My other components should arrive before the PCBs because digikey ships pretty quickly. I will ship bare kits first, because I’ll be able to prepare the components and everything else but the PCBs before they arrive and have the shipping labels ready to go. Then I’ll solder the other boards and ship in order of the invoices. I’ll update as that’s moving along, but I can do one or two boards a night depending on how the soldering is cooperating with me on any given evening.

[ziptyze]

Where are the bypass caps on that PCB? I don't see any... Does it have ESD protection?

Per the specs for the controller, there is one large cap on the VCC instead of the multiple that some PCBs use that are based on the tutorial on github. If you look at the controllers and components for the gon nerd60 and wkl b.face you’ll see they use the same basic design. The wkl has a little more going on for the leds and PS2, but the main part is the same.

[dwarflemur]

Where are the bypass caps on that PCB? I don't see any... Does it have ESD protection?

Per the specs for the controller, there is one large cap on the VCC instead of the multiple that some PCBs use that are based on the tutorial on github. If you look at the controllers and components for the gon nerd60 and wkl b.face you’ll see they use the same basic design. The wkl has a little more going on for the leds and PS2, but the main part is the same.

Sure, but where is it physically on your pcb? For it to do what it's supposed to do it should be as close to the MCU as possible, and it doesn't look like there is a cap anywhere near that chip unless it's on the other side.

[ziptyze]

Where are the bypass caps on that PCB? I don't see any... Does it have ESD protection?

Per the specs for the controller, there is one large cap on the VCC instead of the multiple that some PCBs use that are based on the tutorial on github. If you look at the controllers and components for the gon nerd60 and wkl b.face you’ll see they use the same basic design. The wkl has a little more going on for the leds and PS2, but the main part is the same.

Sure, but where is it physically on your pcb? For it to do what it's supposed to do it should be as close to the MCU as possible, and it doesn't look like there is a cap anywhere near that chip unless it's on the other side.

WKL b.face for reference



Zlant pcb



Perhaps it could be closer and I’m not perfect from an engineering perspective. But, that’s where I put it, and it works. These micro controllers aren’t quite so sensitive as all of the “best practices” would lead you to believe. I accidentally swapped a resistor and the USB cap once, and it still worked just fine.

[ziptyze]

update in the first post

[MatchstickMan]

I'm ok with a thicker board.

Take a look at McMaster-Carr for some of your hardware. You might be able to get some more consistent shipping times vs Aliexpress.

[ziptyze]

I'm ok with a thicker board.

Take a look at McMaster-Carr for some of your hardware. You might be able to get some more consistent shipping times vs Aliexpress.

McMaster Carr is amazing. I use them for everything I can. They have delivered things to me before the money was out of my account. However, they do not have the standoffs I want in the thread size I want unfortunately. There’s tons of stuff in m2.5, but I need m2. That’s significantly harder to find for whatever reason.

[MatchstickMan]

How's this coming along? Did the standoffs make it in?

[W00gala]

How's this coming along? Did the standoffs make it in?

He's been updating regularly through email if you participated in the group buy, i believe the order was supposed to arrive friday last week?

[ziptyze]

How's this coming along? Did the standoffs make it in?

He's been updating regularly through email if you participated in the group buy, i believe the order was supposed to arrive friday last week?

Supposed to, yes, but unfortunately that was an estimate and not based on actual tracking since it’s coming from China. They did not come over the weekend. Fingers crossed that they’ll be there when I get home and I can square things up while I’m off tomorrow.

[Daellin]

Was it announced if there were stabs to come with the kit?

[ziptyze]

Was it announced if there were stabs to come with the kit?

Not for this kit, no

[ziptyze]

Standoffs are here, everything will be shipping in the next few days

[MatchstickMan]

Standoffs are here, everything will be shipping in the next few days

Woop woop! Can't wait to try my hand at some SMD soldering!

[ziptyze]

Standoffs are here, everything will be shipping in the next few days

Woop woop! Can't wait to try my hand at some SMD soldering!

Get some flux. Flux is your friend. Also, have some thin gauge stranded wire. It works much better for fixing bridges on the controller than wick and doesn’t leave as much of a mess.

[MatchstickMan]

Get some flux. Flux is your friend. Also, have some thin gauge stranded wire. It works much better for fixing bridges on the controller than wick and doesn’t leave as much of a mess.

Thanks for the tip, I'll be sure to pick some up.

[ziptyze]

All boards are packed, labeled, and ready to be dropped off at the post office.

For anyone that missed out on this round, I'll be starting the factory soldered buy soon!

[historium]

If you ordered an un-soldered board, you will receive with your pcb a packet containing all of the components:

1. 1 x 32u4 microcontroller
2. 1 x crystal
3. 1 x 10uf capacitor (big orange one, polarized)
4. 1 x 1uf capacitor (thicker of the small white caps)
5. 2 x 22pf capacitors (thinner of the small white caps)
6. 2 x 10k ohm resistors
7. 2 x 22 ohm resistors
8. 1 x reset switch
9. 1 x usb jack
10. 50 x diodes

Here is a picture of the placement and polarity of all of the components. All diodes not pictured follow the same polarity.

(picture incoming, saved so I don't lose what I wrote)

I received mine today, could you upload that picture? Thanks

[ziptyze]

If you ordered an un-soldered board, you will receive with your pcb a packet containing all of the components:

1. 1 x 32u4 microcontroller
2. 1 x crystal
3. 1 x 10uf capacitor (big orange one, polarized)
4. 1 x 1uf capacitor (thicker of the small white caps)
5. 2 x 22pf capacitors (thinner of the small white caps)
6. 2 x 10k ohm resistors
7. 2 x 22 ohm resistors
8. 1 x reset switch
9. 1 x usb jack
10. 50 x diodes

Here is a picture of the placement and polarity of all of the components. All diodes not pictured follow the same polarity.

(picture incoming, saved so I don't lose what I wrote)

I received mine today, could you upload that picture? Thanks

I will get it when I get home tonight.

[historium]

If you ordered an un-soldered board, you will receive with your pcb a packet containing all of the components:

1. 1 x 32u4 microcontroller
2. 1 x crystal
3. 1 x 10uf capacitor (big orange one, polarized)
4. 1 x 1uf capacitor (thicker of the small white caps)
5. 2 x 22pf capacitors (thinner of the small white caps)
6. 2 x 10k ohm resistors
7. 2 x 22 ohm resistors
8. 1 x reset switch
9. 1 x usb jack
10. 50 x diodes

Here is a picture of the placement and polarity of all of the components. All diodes not pictured follow the same polarity.

(picture incoming, saved so I don't lose what I wrote)

I received mine today, could you upload that picture? Thanks

I will get it when I get home tonight.

lol

good thing that month long wait for the standoffs gave you time to prepare

[chuckdee]

The entitlement is strong in this one.

[ziptyze]

If you ordered an un-soldered board, you will receive with your pcb a packet containing all of the components:

1. 1 x 32u4 microcontroller
2. 1 x crystal
3. 1 x 10uf capacitor (big orange one, polarized)
4. 1 x 1uf capacitor (thicker of the small white caps)
5. 2 x 22pf capacitors (thinner of the small white caps)
6. 2 x 10k ohm resistors
7. 2 x 22 ohm resistors
8. 1 x reset switch
9. 1 x usb jack
10. 50 x diodes

Here is a picture of the placement and polarity of all of the components. All diodes not pictured follow the same polarity.

(picture incoming, saved so I don't lose what I wrote)

I received mine today, could you upload that picture? Thanks

I will get it when I get home tonight.

lol

good thing that month long wait for the standoffs gave you time to prepare

Uploaded

[ziptyze]

Updated the second post in the thread to include the default json for the Zlant for use at kbfirmware.com, in case you want to modify the layout. Default layout is the same as a Planck.

[sako]

Could you also upload the case 3d model? So I can place the print order while I wait for the kit to arrive!

[ziptyze]

Could you also upload the case 3d model? So I can place the print order while I wait for the kit to arrive!

What color are you looking for? I need to run a few test prints, and if I have the color you want, I'll send you one.

[chuckdee]

I'd like black or gray if yku have any extra

[MatchstickMan]

I'd be in for any color if you're doing test prints!

[W00gala]

I'd be in for any color if you're doing test prints!

+1
willing to pay shipping and print costs if you are.

[ziptyze]

Group buy is now open!!!

[Rumblehotep]

Oh man that hipro case looks dope, hope they exist soon. 
In for a kit in the meantime!

[ygecko]

Dumb question, but what is the rgb LED part number to pick up for this board?

[ziptyze]

Dumb question, but what is the rgb LED part number to pick up for this board?

They're WS2812's. However, if you use the plate that comes with the kit, they won't shine through much. They're really not going to be useful until I can get some translucent acrylic plates cut which is why I haven't really advertised them as a feature.

[ygecko]

I did mine with tealios with clear housings and the rgb turned out awesome.

[ziptyze]

I did mine with tealios with clear housings and the rgb turned out awesome.

Wow... that shines through a lot better than I was expecting! Hopefully I'll have some options for translucent plates before long though, and then it will really shine through

[ziptyze]

First batch of soldered boards for inspection has been ordered. I'll keep everyone updated on their build progress.

Also, I'm almost finished redesigning the printed case. Originally my case design used a large integrated plate. Since that's not the size of the one shipping with the kits, I needed to change that. The plate with the kits is small enough to allow for a drop-in style case, so at first I was just going to modify my existing case. However, that would mean anyone printing it would need to purchase additional hardware separately (threaded inserts etc.) which is not ideal.

The new style case doesn't use heat-set threaded standoffs. Instead, there are holes through to the bottom with slightly countersunk holes on the underside so anyone with the group-buy kit will be able to use the hardware that came with the kit to use the case, and no additional screws or standoffs will be required.

[MikeTheTiger]

Case is looking good. 

[sako]

Since it's my first time doing smd soldering, is there a way to check if I messed up the board before soldering the switches? Should I just go ahead and try flashing the firmware?

[ziptyze]

Since it's my first time doing smd soldering, is there a way to check if I messed up the board before soldering the switches? Should I just go ahead and try flashing the firmware?

Absolutely. Test all before doing switches

[ziptyze]

Added the file for the case to the first reply in the thread.

[vafan]

Added the file for the case to the first reply in the thread.

Can I use this case for the 1st GB PCB?

Sent from my SM-A710F using Tapatalk

[ziptyze]

Added the file for the case to the first reply in the thread.

Can I use this case for the 1st GB PCB?

Sent from my SM-A710F using Tapatalk

Yes. You’ll use everything that came with the kit except for the bottom plate. If you look at the “render” you’ll see the six holes in the bottom. You screw the standoffs into those just like the bottom plate, and then put the plate and pcb in the top and screw it in place. That way very little is wasted from the original kit, and you don’t need anything new but the case.

[ArkadiusBear]

I filled out the google docs form, but haven't received any email confirmation that I did so? Is this standard for most groupbuys (it's my first time participating in one). Thanks!

EDIT: Don't worry, found the email!

[ziptyze]

Last day for the group buy coming up. Also may want to check out the Keeblade group buy if you want a case.

https://reddit.com/r/MechanicalKeyboards/comments/94e0cc/keeblade_groupbuy_is_live_more_info_in_comments/

[Rumblehotep]

Qlavier's zlant cases are different from the hipro cases you mentioned?

[ziptyze]

Qlavier's zlant cases are different from the hipro cases you mentioned?

They are different. The pcb must be soldered into place with those, so you’d need them before assembly. If you get/print a hipro you can just drop the board in from the assembled kit.

[chuckdee]

Qlavier's zlant cases are different from the hipro cases you mentioned?

They are different. The pcb must be soldered into place with those, so you’d need them before assembly. If you get/print a hipro you can just drop the board in from the assembled kit.

And the other advantage is that you can change cases if you want with the hipro.  With the keeblade, you can't.  Thanks for spelling that out and preventing me from spending $100 more on it LOL

[ziptyze]

Qlavier's zlant cases are different from the hipro cases you mentioned?

They are different. The pcb must be soldered into place with those, so you’d need them before assembly. If you get/print a hipro you can just drop the board in from the assembled kit.

And the other advantage is that you can change cases if you want with the hipro.  With the keeblade, you can't.  Thanks for spelling that out and preventing me from spending $100 more on it LOL

Talk you out of? I need 5

[chuckdee]

My Case came in today.

https://imgur.com/a/WK7AJ8S

It turned out nicely!  Got it done on Treatstock (through Thingiverse) - the actual shop that did it was Nicks Printing Services.  It cost $25 for the print in PETG.  I'll put up another picture once I get it done.

[ziptyze]

My Case came in today.

https://imgur.com/a/WK7AJ8S

It turned out nicely!  Got it done on Treatstock (through Thingiverse) - the actual shop that did it was Nicks Printing Services.  It cost $25 for the print in PETG.  I'll put up another picture once I get it done.

Oh petg. Is it a little squishy???

[chuckdee]

My Case came in today.

https://imgur.com/a/WK7AJ8S

It turned out nicely!  Got it done on Treatstock (through Thingiverse) - the actual shop that did it was Nicks Printing Services.  It cost $25 for the print in PETG.  I'll put up another picture once I get it done.

Oh petg. Is it a little squishy???

Not at all.  It's just as solid as ABS to pressure from my (admittedly limited) experiments.  I'd originally wanted ABS, but no printer was willing to guarantee the integrity of the print.

[ziptyze]

PCBs have been ordered, and order form has been reopened until extra boards are sold.

[ygecko]

Had a friend print me a case in black.  Turned out awesome!

[chuckdee]

What material did you use?

[sako]

I did a quick vector on inkscape for a zlant case, I was planning to have it lasercut but the place is closed for vacation until aug 26. If anyone wants to do a test print here is the vector file.

It's a 5-layer drop-in case, it's supposed to be printed on 3mm plexiglass. You can make the middle layer transparent if you have leds installed.

Again THIS HAS NOT BEEN TEST PRINTED YET, I just printed the bottom layer 1:1 on paper to check if the screw holes match.

[MikeTheTiger]

Are there any extras left?

[chuckdee]

Are there any extras left?

The form is still open:

https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSfvemu0GJfdL-ucxQUC6LX60qSESbC6W_S0MjqoMkxPnMwM1g/viewform

[ziptyze]

Factory sent me pictures of the factory soldering.



As soon as I receive the first 5 boards and test them, I will give the OK to solder the rest.

Also, group buy will remain open as long as I have extras.

[MikeTheTiger]

Are there any extras left?

The form is still open:

https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSfvemu0GJfdL-ucxQUC6LX60qSESbC6W_S0MjqoMkxPnMwM1g/viewform

Cool. Just ordered.

[vafan]

Just finished my keeb.

Happy with it.

[biograf]

Just finished my keeb.

Happy with it.

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I want to see the pic but I can't. :^(

[ziptyze]

Giveaway on IG:
https://instagram.com/p/BmzhcMKjLJq/

[vafan]

Just finished my keeb.

Happy with it.

Show Image

I want to see the pic but I can't. :^(

Sorry, Here you are

[ziptyze]

Little update, I had a family member in the hospital this week, so I didn't get the first 5 boards sent out as soon as I'd hoped, but I'm dropping them off tomorrow. The factory sent me pictures of the boards that they are currently working on, so I'm hoping that they will ship very shortly.

Otherwise, (as before) I'm waiting on standoffs from Aliexpress. I'm obviously hoping they arrive before the PCBs, but trying to communicate with those sellers can be difficult.

Additionally, I discovered the location for my mounting holes was a little too tight between the switches when using MX clones. All of my pcbs (until recently) I had assembled using box switches. When I assembled a board using zealios and zilents I found that when I assembled them, some of the switches were skewed. This is because the screws were pushing into the switches when the plate is attached to the standoffs. I managed to find some smaller screws that are hex heads, and tested them... so crisis averted. All boards will ship with the new screws and a wrench (including the 5 going out tomorrow). Obviously none of this will affect anyone putting together a keeblade, but you'll get the proper screws regardless.

[the_high_5]

Hey OP! I'm sorry to hear about your family member, and I hope they're doing better now.

I saw a post on your Instagram with some fancy PCB's and plates, so I thought I'd ask about any updates. Really stoked on this!

[ziptyze]

Hey OP! I'm sorry to hear about your family member, and I hope they're doing better now.

I saw a post on your Instagram with some fancy PCB's and plates, so I thought I'd ask about any updates. Really stoked on this!

I’ve been packing stuff. I hope to send some out tomorrow even. They’ll go out in order of the invoice numbers.

[the_high_5]

Hey OP! I'm sorry to hear about your family member, and I hope they're doing better now.

I saw a post on your Instagram with some fancy PCB's and plates, so I thought I'd ask about any updates. Really stoked on this!

I’ve been packing stuff. I hope to send some out tomorrow even. They’ll go out in order of the invoice numbers.

Awesome! Thank yoy for the update. Looking forward to receiving it.

Sent from my Pixel 2 using Tapatalk

[smee]

Hey all,

Super excited for this board. A coworker sent me a link here and am so happy to be able to join the group buy!! Looking forward to this.

Cheers,
~smee

[ziptyze]

Hey all,

Super excited for this board. A coworker sent me a link here and am so happy to be able to join the group buy!! Looking forward to this.

Cheers,
~smee

Glad to hear it, thanks for joining!

[ziptyze]

I updated the second post with information about what should be in the component bag that comes with the kits. Take note of the slight difference in length between the screws for the case and the screws for the stabilizers. They're the same thread, but the stabilizer screws are slightly shorter.

Also, if you ordered a Keeblade DO NOT SOLDER THE BOARD TOGETHER USING THE PLATE I PROVIDED. If you do so, you'll need to de-solder it to install it in your Keeblade.

[ziptyze]

Assembly album:

https://imgur.com/a/l3ak9eV

[polarsolar]

Thanks for posting updates & the assembly info!  I'd otherwise be the person confused about two switches in the center of the board not fitting (hey, someone's gotta be that person).  Got the shipping label creation message today too. 

[smee]

Assembly album:

https://imgur.com/a/l3ak9eV

Thanks for that!

Can somebody help a noob out and point me in the right direction to source switches, 2u bracket/spacebar key, etc?

Thank you,
~smee

[Rumblehotep]

Got my kits!
Switches and stabs lubed last night, can't wait to get home today to finish!
It's already flashed with the default planck layout, yes?

[ziptyze]

Thanks for posting updates & the assembly info!  I'd otherwise be the person confused about two switches in the center of the board not fitting (hey, someone's gotta be that person).  Got the shipping label creation message today too. 

I did have the wherewithal to put a sticker over them too, but I wanted to make sure I made it as clear as possible 

[ziptyze]

Assembly album:

https://imgur.com/a/l3ak9eV

Thanks for that!

Can somebody help a noob out and point me in the right direction to source switches, 2u bracket/spacebar key, etc?

Thank you,
~smee

There are probably hundreds of places you can get switches, even amazon. Do you at least have it narrowed down to linear, clicky, or tactile? The 2u bracket thing (a stabilizer) comes with the kit though. You’ll just need a 2u keycap in whatever set of caps you plan to put on the board. Sometimes that’s much easier said than done.

[ziptyze]

Got my kits!
Switches and stabs lubed last night, can't wait to get home today to finish!
It's already flashed with the default planck layout, yes?

Yes, default Planck. Good luck with the build!

[chuckdee]

Any planck set of keycaps should have a 2U spacebar.

[smee]

Thanks guys! I think I've found what I'm looking for.

Last question: Is the connection type USB C or Micro USB? Getting a custom cable for this.

Also, I will be working with my father (CNC guy) who can cut wood, aluminum, brass, etc... to make a sweet case for the Zlant. I'll post results once the first one is cut!

Cheers,
~smee

[ziptyze]

Thanks guys! I think I've found what I'm looking for.

Last question: Is the connection type USB C or Micro USB? Getting a custom cable for this.

Also, I will be working with my father (CNC guy) who can cut wood, aluminum, brass, etc... to make a sweet case for the Zlant. I'll post results once the first one is cut!

Cheers,
~smee

Mini actually. I’ll be interested to see what you come up with!

[RivieraS]

how to join in GB now？？？

[ziptyze]

how to join in GB now？？？

PMing

[smee]

Damn that was some fast shipping!

Rubiks for scale:




Now I await the switches and keycaps I've ordered.

Thanks Zip!
~smee

[ziptyze]

Damn that was some fast shipping!

Rubiks for scale:

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Now I await the switches and keycaps I've ordered.

Thanks Zip!
~smee

Always happy to see a safe arrival! What switches are you getting?

[smee]

Always happy to see a safe arrival! What switches are you getting?

Going with Hako Royal Clears. Been running Cherry MX Blues since 2016 and had no idea how much things have changed... Looking forward to something new.

[polarsolar]

The kit arrived today ahead of the USPS delivery estimate.  Thanks a bunch, Ziptyze!

This is so cute that I squeed like a schoolgirl when I opened the box, really.  This is my first 40%, so: keyboards are smaller than they appear in the mirror?  Something like that.     I'm looking forward to putting this together.

[Rumblehotep]

keyboards are smaller than they appear in the mirror?

You know, every keyboard and artisan I get I'm always shocked that they're smaller than I was expecting.  You'd think it'd change after a while

[speckone]

Looking at the board, I see pads labeled "U1" like in this photo from the build album https://i.imgur.com/3vnL2BQ.jpg. Are these for NeoPixel LEDs?

[ziptyze]

Looking at the board, I see pads labeled "U1" like in this photo from the build album https://i.imgur.com/3vnL2BQ.jpg. Are these for NeoPixel LEDs?

They are. I don’t officially support them because I learned more about what’s supposed to be in their circuit that I didn’t include. However, if you want to try it out, they’re there, and they’ll work, and the pin is correctly selected in the configuration for qmk. You’d need to change it to 12 LEDs.

[speckone]

Thanks!

[lazyfart]

Any chance of another GB round? This board is just so cool

[ziptyze]

Any chance of another GB round? This board is just so cool

There are still enough to go around, but once supply runs low I’m sure I’ll be up for another go.

[lazyfart]

Any chance of another GB round? This board is just so cool

There are still enough to go around, but once supply runs low I’m sure I’ll be up for another go.

I don't see the link open though? Am I missing something?

[ziptyze]

Any chance of another GB round? This board is just so cool

There are still enough to go around, but once supply runs low I’m sure I’ll be up for another go.

I don't see the link open though? Am I missing something?

I had closed it because I’m going to be pretty busy for the next few weeks, and Zlants may be stocked somewhere shortly. However, if you PM me your info (CONUS/international shipping, PP email), we can work something out.