how long are the cable you have now, and how long could you make them? Not talking crazy long but like 48-54" maybe
So that's a no on the micro-usb then?
Can you compare techflex & paracord. thankss
Which one is the most flexible. thanks
Can't wait to receive mine. I'll post some pics once I get it. =)
I love the rope cables! Whisker, is there somewhere you can point me to for color/pattern options?
I'm diggin the maroon/burgandy? paracord
I use a hhkb on my laptop like you do so I wouldn't need it to be very long. probably 15 or 16 inches I'd guess..
also is there any chance you will get black usb plastic housing?
Not sure if it's just lighting/white balance, but are any of the ends of the your "paracord" samples beige/cream or are they just white?
This one in particular: (Attachment) 46728[/ATTACH] looks like it has that Noctua beige-maroon color scheme going on.
If so, I might be interested in it if it's for sale.
Can you get it in black?
Possibly in the future :) (http://geekhack.org/showthread.php?29344-Whisker-s-Custom-USB-Cable-Shop&p=563161&viewfull=1#post563161)
Oh, sorry I didn't see that. My bad... but yeah, I was just curious since I think it would good with black housing on both ends. =P
I don't know why I didn't think of this earlier, but if you guys want black ends I can just shrink wrap the white end black. Other then that next time I will get some black cables :)
I am sorry I didn't mean to be short with anybody, the GF has been giving me hell all day and I am doing like ten things at once lol. :hippie:
I don't know why I didn't think of this earlier, but if you guys want black ends I can just shrink wrap the white end black. Other then that next time I will get some black cables :)
I like the cables that have the ends without the white (or future black) plastic ends molded over the usb connectors. The heat shrink only is a very clean and more streamlined look.
WB: When you re-use the plastic covered usb connectors instead of the uncovered connectors, do you have the cable soldered together under the heat shrink?
I want the light blue paracord/patriot techflex one. PM sent.
No worries. It's gonna take more than that to upset me. =P
I'd buy another one from you if it has black housing or black shrink wrap in black at both ends. =)
well look at this. my initial post in the forums has created a shop for you! awesome stuff sir.
Im thinking about buying 2 or 3,
but could you explain the differences between the types of cable you offer?
Rope vs Techflex
vs
Airbrush Hose
vs
Paracord
vs
Paracord & Techflex Double Wrapped ?
or is it just the looks? D:
Anything pink available?
...I had issues with some of the plastic around the connectors blocking the cable from going fully into the poker so this works much better. Also sometimes I don the soldering under the shrink-wrap at the end of the cable which allows for a little more flexibility in the end of the cable so you can route it left or right.
You mean you were getting the cable back INTO the plastic connector end??? Don't even wanna hear about THAT nightmare!!! LOL
Is this what you mean about soldering under the heat shrink so the cable bends at the end better? (is the yellow arrow pointing to same point on your cable?)
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You're doing a very nice job, I encourage you to continue as these are great!
yeah the first pic was not the right wiring lol, but after reading up on the differences between micro and mini b I was able to make that micro cable a mini cable by changing the connector. Still learning new tricks everyday :)
I was just thinking about the wires and how the spot could be sensitive to movement. I guess it's best to try and have the cable one continuous piece and terminate at in the connectors if possible, like you mentioned, even though it sounds too tough to do with the plastic covered ones. Dunno if there are 'DIY' plastic covered connectors. But like we agreed, the plastic-less replacement connectors with heat shrink only look better anyhow. Double it up and two-tone heat shrink to get a tougher strain relief!
They all have two layers of shrink wrap! one smaller for the connection and then the larger one to hole everything in place. I also thought about the implications of the design previously :)
Ooh limited edtion. I wanna see that! =D
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Could I have this one but with white heat shrink instead of the black? Would suit the USB connecter a little better :)
Was mine considered limited edition?!
Aren't they all! lol. when I say limited edition I really mean a very limited run. I plan on making a very limited run of about 10 cables and they will probably cost about $45 shipped. Probably in like 4 to 6 weeks from now as I have to work threw the cotton candy paracord I ordered and the custom orders I have right now. This will probably be the last ones I make for quite awhile as I have some other things I wanna work on that I am going to keep a secret for now ;)
Plus my GF is sick of me always ****ing up the kitchen table lolShow Image(http://img.tapatalk.com/45feaa39-a079-db15.jpg)
Possible tO get a dark purple techflex with white paracord??
It will have 3 different colors bottom: yellow, middle: red, top: black and staggered to look like the German flag
Let me know what you think
Hmm.. I don't know. I kinda don't like that combo but that's just me though. I'm sure others will like it. =)
red and black you say?How about something new demik!
How about something new demik!
Well, this is a pic of one of my rigs and I've always been a huge fan of any red and black theme. If you're looking for a combination of color, black & red together gets my vote (it has to be deep red tho).Show Image(http://i4.photobucket.com/albums/y146/eddie84/OCN/th_fd0c9224.jpg) (http://i4.photobucket.com/albums/y146/eddie84/OCN/fd0c9224.jpg)
Holy cripes! You got an entire custom cable shop going, how did i miss this thread... Nice man! I was thinking of doing something similar for the community but i see you have it covered. Heres my latest cable, contact me if you want my 'source' for the usb mini plug thingies;
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Holy cripes! You got an entire custom cable shop going, how did i miss this thread... Nice man! I was thinking of doing something similar for the community but i see you have it covered. Heres my latest cable, contact me if you want my 'source' for the usb mini plug thingies;
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I've been looking for that right angle mini usb
Where did you get it?
I made another blue cable today with transparent ends. Number 2 of 2 for this style. Available for purchase! Check the first page.
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Can I get one in aluminum or titanium?
That's just mean :fish: Let me borrow it for a couple of months.
That green with purple looks AMAZING, demik! I want one like that. So awesome.
What a great job you did, whiskerBox =D. Can't wait to get my own cables.
1 blue paracord cable still available check first post :)
Soon! I am still waiting on supplies to come in
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Fresh batch of new cables - check availability here (http://i1228.photobucket.com/albums/ee451/johnjohns0n/21adb212.jpg)Show Image(http://i1228.photobucket.com/albums/ee451/johnjohns0n/21adb212.jpg)
Got a couple cables up for sale check the first page for detailsShow Image(http://i1228.photobucket.com/albums/ee451/johnjohns0n/2c3c5999.jpg)
That purple one is hawt..
Too slow ! :(
Do you have an idea of when you are going to start taking custom orders again?
Never :(
Too much trouble TBH. Its hard to get things in small quantities. Also it is very time consuming around an hour per cable, so after supplies and shipping its about minimum wage lol. I am working through the supplies that I have left and after that I am not sure what my plan is :P
Do you have an idea of when you are going to start taking custom orders again?
Never :(
Too much trouble TBH. Its hard to get things in small quantities. Also it is very time consuming around an hour per cable, so after supplies and shipping its about minimum wage lol. I am working through the supplies that I have left and after that I am not sure what my plan is :P
Do you have an idea of when you are going to start taking custom orders again?
Never :(
Too much trouble TBH. Its hard to get things in small quantities. Also it is very time consuming around an hour per cable, so after supplies and shipping its about minimum wage lol. I am working through the supplies that I have left and after that I am not sure what my plan is :P
Why don't you just up the price?
I thought about that, but I doubt people will actually pay $40 - 50 for a cable. I guess if I was to get into audiophile cables then it might be worth it, but that would require even more expensive materials and different techniques and more time etc....
I thought about that, but I doubt people will actually pay $40 - 50 for a cable. I guess if I was to get into audiophile cables then it might be worth it, but that would require even more expensive materials and different techniques and more time etc....People were paying I think 30+ Euros at Deskthority for custom cables that is $35+ for a cable. I think people would pay it, especially if you did custom orders again at a premium.
looking out for the august batch, would like something orange/grey if possible!
Can you do angled USB connectors? i.e. out of Pure to the left and out of usb port to the left ?
Do PM me if you are doing the purple or the orange. Thanks.
Do PM me if you are doing the purple or the orange. Thanks.
Or, you can subscribe?
Aww ;_;..
That pepto cord is tempting.
Now, how to explain it to my wife?
Is usb mini b right for a pure?
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That pepto cord is tempting.
Now, how to explain it to my wife?
Tell her you're a WIRED Panda! And that you need WIRES!
^That's correct GMC. Pokers, Pures, Leopolds, HHKBs and CM Storms all take USB Mini-B.Better?
Also, you can get rid of that silly signature of yours by going into the Tapatalk settings =)
That pepto cord is tempting.I could just make the decision easy for you and buy it myself.
Now, how to explain it to my wife?
That pepto cord is tempting.I could just make the decision easy for you and buy it myself.
Now, how to explain it to my wife?
I'm starting to get a Whisker cable collection like some people have CC collections. Why don't keyboards have multiple USB plugs to the computer? :p
I'll have to post mine tonight :)
Let's start a Whisker Club for Cables (WCC). :)
(http://i4.photobucket.com/albums/y146/eddie84/OCN/Mech%20keyboard%20club/Cables/th_DSC08364.jpg) (http://i4.photobucket.com/albums/y146/eddie84/OCN/Mech%20keyboard%20club/Cables/DSC08364.jpg)
Elrick
However, you've already got your RA 2 keycaps shipped, and I don't, so let's say it's a win-win :p
Let's hope that the next one will be for you ! :)
Just PM and ask him to make you one. lol
Yes yes, I need to make more :(.Damn, school, a kmac and marriage... you're a busy dude :) Put me down for a RA cable if you're checking interest.
Unfortunately I am out of supplies and I need to re up. So I am gonna order some more stuff. I have been getting a lot of request for cables that match red alert so I think I will do a batch of red alert cables ( red w/ white shrink wrap).
As for when I don't know. School starts back for me on the 20th and I am working a lot so it will be whenever I have time :). One of these days I will have to take a break so I can put my KMAC together lol.
Yes yes, I need to make more :(.
Unfortunately I am out of supplies and I need to re up. So I am gonna order some more stuff. I have been getting a lot of request for cables that match red alert so I think I will do a batch of red alert cables ( red w/ white shrink wrap).
Yes yes, I need to make more :(.
Unfortunately I am out of supplies and I need to re up. So I am gonna order some more stuff. I have been getting a lot of request for cables that match red alert so I think I will do a batch of red alert cables ( red w/ white shrink wrap).
I think there will be some package for future group-buys, also interested in Red Alert cable or Cream Cheese and Green :D
NO GB's lol. I don't have a sweatshop lol. 1 man operation so everything will still be limited.
NO GB's lol. I don't have a sweatshop lol. 1 man operation so everything will still be limited.
Someone needs to master cloning technology already.
Whiskers, did you ever end up making down here (vegas)?
If anyone has a Leopold, can they confirm or deny that one of Whisker's cables fits?
It's the only thing stopping me from buying one of these pimp-ass cables.
So I know my photo gallery on the first page has been messed up since GH was down so this time I have decided to go a different route.
www.photobucket.com/whiskerCables
Just need to know, are any of these for sale.......currently?
Btw Whisker, could you please make more awesome green cables? :p
Sorry I know I have been slacking lately, but my semester just started back up and I haven't had much time to do anything.
Proud owner of lots of whiskerCables!
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Well i was kinda thinking the minb plug would be at a right or left angle
agreed so you might want to make a few of both if you find right/left angle minib connectorsWell i was kinda thinking the minb plug would be at a right or left angle
Well I guess it depends of your using a hhkb or poker and which way you want the cable to go
agreed so you might want to make a few of both if you find right/left angle minib connectorsWell i was kinda thinking the minb plug would be at a right or left angle
Well I guess it depends of your using a hhkb or poker and which way you want the cable to go
the main reason im looking for a right/left angle connector is so that i can butt my keyboard right up against my laptop as when at school im very constrained for space.agreed so you might want to make a few of both if you find right/left angle minib connectorsWell i was kinda thinking the minb plug would be at a right or left angle
Well I guess it depends of your using a hhkb or poker and which way you want the cable to go
angle mini b connectors can be found pretty easy on ebay, but I just thought they were boring so I made my own lol. At some point I will try some other ways too, I have a lot of other ideas as well. Right now I am just trying to get some feedback as I am planning on switching things up a bit and making different things.
the main reason im looking for a right/left angle connector is so that i can butt my keyboard right up against my laptop as when at school im very constrained for space.agreed so you might want to make a few of both if you find right/left angle minib connectorsWell i was kinda thinking the minb plug would be at a right or left angle
Well I guess it depends of your using a hhkb or poker and which way you want the cable to go
angle mini b connectors can be found pretty easy on ebay, but I just thought they were boring so I made my own lol. At some point I will try some other ways too, I have a lot of other ideas as well. Right now I am just trying to get some feedback as I am planning on switching things up a bit and making different things.
if you end up making one id prefer lime green as that is the color of the caps I have on my HHKB.the main reason im looking for a right/left angle connector is so that i can butt my keyboard right up against my laptop as when at school im very constrained for space.agreed so you might want to make a few of both if you find right/left angle minib connectorsWell i was kinda thinking the minb plug would be at a right or left angle
Well I guess it depends of your using a hhkb or poker and which way you want the cable to go
angle mini b connectors can be found pretty easy on ebay, but I just thought they were boring so I made my own lol. At some point I will try some other ways too, I have a lot of other ideas as well. Right now I am just trying to get some feedback as I am planning on switching things up a bit and making different things.
This is how I do it in class:Show Image(http://i1228.photobucket.com/albums/ee451/johnjohns0n/1e44733b.jpg)
Needless to say I get some weird looks lol.
Although I see your issue now and a lower profile would be more beneficial for you
the main reason im looking for a right/left angle connector is so that i can butt my keyboard right up against my laptop as when at school im very constrained for space.agreed so you might want to make a few of both if you find right/left angle minib connectorsWell i was kinda thinking the minb plug would be at a right or left angle
Well I guess it depends of your using a hhkb or poker and which way you want the cable to go
angle mini b connectors can be found pretty easy on ebay, but I just thought they were boring so I made my own lol. At some point I will try some other ways too, I have a lot of other ideas as well. Right now I am just trying to get some feedback as I am planning on switching things up a bit and making different things.
This is how I do it in class:Show Image(http://i1228.photobucket.com/albums/ee451/johnjohns0n/1e44733b.jpg)
Needless to say I get some weird looks lol.
Although I see your issue now and a lower profile would be more beneficial for you
the curly one? or one with a right/left angle? Ive asked about the curly ones before and he said their really expensive to make.the main reason im looking for a right/left angle connector is so that i can butt my keyboard right up against my laptop as when at school im very constrained for space.agreed so you might want to make a few of both if you find right/left angle minib connectorsWell i was kinda thinking the minb plug would be at a right or left angle
Well I guess it depends of your using a hhkb or poker and which way you want the cable to go
angle mini b connectors can be found pretty easy on ebay, but I just thought they were boring so I made my own lol. At some point I will try some other ways too, I have a lot of other ideas as well. Right now I am just trying to get some feedback as I am planning on switching things up a bit and making different things.
This is how I do it in class:Show Image(http://i1228.photobucket.com/albums/ee451/johnjohns0n/1e44733b.jpg)
Needless to say I get some weird looks lol.
Although I see your issue now and a lower profile would be more beneficial for you
Are you selling any cables like this, whiskerBox?
the main reason im looking for a right/left angle connector is so that i can butt my keyboard right up against my laptop as when at school im very constrained for space.agreed so you might want to make a few of both if you find right/left angle minib connectorsWell i was kinda thinking the minb plug would be at a right or left angle
Well I guess it depends of your using a hhkb or poker and which way you want the cable to go
angle mini b connectors can be found pretty easy on ebay, but I just thought they were boring so I made my own lol. At some point I will try some other ways too, I have a lot of other ideas as well. Right now I am just trying to get some feedback as I am planning on switching things up a bit and making different things.
This is how I do it in class:Show Image(http://i1228.photobucket.com/albums/ee451/johnjohns0n/1e44733b.jpg)
Needless to say I get some weird looks lol.
Although I see your issue now and a lower profile would be more beneficial for you
Looks like a keyboard made for people with "special needs". :))
Yes yes, I need to make more :(.
Unfortunately I am out of supplies and I need to re up. So I am gonna order some more stuff. I have been getting a lot of request for cables that match red alert so I think I will do a batch of red alert cables ( red w/ white shrink wrap).
As for when I don't know. School starts back for me on the 20th and I am working a lot so it will be whenever I have time :). One of these days I will have to take a break so I can put my KMAC together lol.
Hi! Just wondering, would you be able to sleeve this cable? - http://usb.brando.com/buffalo-usb-curled-cable-a-to-mini-b-_p01909c032d015.html
Got the link from MagicMeatball so Its legit! :)
Cheers
What thickness of techflex do you use in your cables? or is it inner diameter? Haven't figured this stuff out yet.
These are very nice!raw material
Are you making the cables out of raw materials or cutting usb cables? I can't really see how else you're getting paracord over the USB A connectors, please enlighten.
These are very nice!raw material
Are you making the cables out of raw materials or cutting usb cables? I can't really see how else you're getting paracord over the USB A connectors, please enlighten.
I still think everyone should support mimic. I think he is a great guy and his work is top notch. Also he is insane for dealing with people's custom orders, if I do make more cables I won't be giving people color choices.Lol are your referring to my order sir because i would have to agree I went a bit over the top...
Is it possible to make cables with led sleeves like Christmas lights?
id buy a tripple wrapped but I dont like the colors sorry also 5ft is not nearly long enough for me
yes yes i am standing desk an all and way you could make me a tripple wrapped 10fter?id buy a tripple wrapped but I dont like the colors sorry also 5ft is not nearly long enough for me
Yeah cables could be longer, but that requires more time and materials which equals more money. I think for most applications 5ft. is more than enough. Sometimes it is actually too long and I end up having to tie it up. I think you are the exception lol.
yes yes i am standing desk an all and way you could make me a tripple wrapped 10fter?id buy a tripple wrapped but I dont like the colors sorry also 5ft is not nearly long enough for me
Yeah cables could be longer, but that requires more time and materials which equals more money. I think for most applications 5ft. is more than enough. Sometimes it is actually too long and I end up having to tie it up. I think you are the exception lol.
tis fine just shoot me a pm when yove got time or something ive waited this long i can wait more.yes yes i am standing desk an all and way you could make me a tripple wrapped 10fter?id buy a tripple wrapped but I dont like the colors sorry also 5ft is not nearly long enough for me
Yeah cables could be longer, but that requires more time and materials which equals more money. I think for most applications 5ft. is more than enough. Sometimes it is actually too long and I end up having to tie it up. I think you are the exception lol.
Hard part is finding time right now :( Just started my last semester and I am working full time too. So right now I am just using up the materials I have to make a little extra cash to buy gas with lol
tis fine just shoot me a pm when yove got time or something ive waited this long i can wait more.yes yes i am standing desk an all and way you could make me a tripple wrapped 10fter?id buy a tripple wrapped but I dont like the colors sorry also 5ft is not nearly long enough for me
Yeah cables could be longer, but that requires more time and materials which equals more money. I think for most applications 5ft. is more than enough. Sometimes it is actually too long and I end up having to tie it up. I think you are the exception lol.
Hard part is finding time right now :( Just started my last semester and I am working full time too. So right now I am just using up the materials I have to make a little extra cash to buy gas with lol
Red and green sparkle cables still available
$27 shipped anywhereShow Image(http://i1228.photobucket.com/albums/ee451/johnjohns0n/A35635BE-E0F0-479C-BF07-C9E859AC9440-45206-000015A531B82C77-1_zps40adf210.jpg)Show Image(http://i1228.photobucket.com/albums/ee451/johnjohns0n/8DB47966-5261-42DC-8B48-0ABD232C1E3E-45206-000015A528A7ABBA-1_zpsc2bb6fcc.jpg)
Getting rid of some cables
Updated 1/10/13 11:09am CST
1. Weird prototype cable- don't know if anybody would want this, but if you do $25 shipped anywhere - double wrapped. SOLD!!!!Show Image(http://i1228.photobucket.com/albums/ee451/johnjohns0n/339D1CE9-3206-4E7F-AD15-E9601C34A572-14847-0000078D98DB9DCC.jpg)Show Image(http://i1228.photobucket.com/albums/ee451/johnjohns0n/E349405D-C7CC-4D5D-A841-7CBF669798B6-1028-000000D87AD98143.jpg)
2. Red Sparkle - $27 shipped - shorty cable less than 2ft. - triple wrappedShow Image(http://i1228.photobucket.com/albums/ee451/johnjohns0n/A4517920-26B2-444C-BFAE-5EAB359E3150-14847-0000078DA9FE10E1.jpg)
3. Green sparkle - $27 shipped - like 5ft. - triple wrappedShow Image(http://i1228.photobucket.com/albums/ee451/johnjohns0n/899264A1-DE62-433C-BB2D-64425FBC5CDB-14847-0000078DA3B48F9E.jpg)
4. Green cable - $25 shipped - like 5ft. - double wrapped SOLD!!!Show Image(http://i1228.photobucket.com/albums/ee451/johnjohns0n/D42C9713-8F96-45DD-95F4-D487900F6359-14847-0000078DA009F2B4.jpg)
all your cables are mini usb..how are they suppose to fit in filco keyboards?
holy necro bump batman
holy necro bump batman
You do that yourself a fair amount :)
I was just pointing out the pot-kettle parallel.