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[GB] Atom47 PCB for the Vortex Core - Round 1 (Completed)
« on: Mon, 08 January 2018, 17:26:18 »
Atom47 Group Buy





Current GB status
Every order has been shipped.

What is this?
This is a PCB designed especially for the Vortex Core 40% keyboard to be able to use QMK. Because let's face it, its programmability kind of sucks.
QMK however, does not suck. (Thanks to the community ;))

The PCB supports multiple layouts for those who are a bit more adventurous and want to have a custom plate made. It also supports RGB underglow and in-switch leds. There's a reset button under the spacebar and a caps lock indicator under the tab/caps key.

Layout options



Features
  • QMK Firmware
  • 6 Underglow RGB leds
  • In-switch leds
  • Through-hole micro usb connector (less likely to break off!)
  • South facing leds for the QMX/Zealencio users
  • Multiple layouts
  • Easily reachable reset button under the spacebar
  • cAPS LOCK INDICATOR

Pricing & Shipping
The PCB will cost you 35 dollars excluding shipping costs. SpaceCat design will be the proxy for the USA, Amtra5 will be the proxy for Australia and Mechboards will be the proxy for the United Kingdom.

Fill in the GB form to enter!
Thank you :)
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Re: [GB] Atom47 replacement PCB for Vortex Core by Atomkb
« Reply #1 on: Mon, 08 January 2018, 18:06:08 »
Approval bump :thumb:

I'd also recommend putting the price in the main post, as currently you have to click through to the form to see the price ($35).

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Re: [GB] Atom47 replacement PCB for Vortex Core by Atomkb
« Reply #2 on: Tue, 09 January 2018, 08:47:49 »
Josh from SpaceCat design will be the proxy for the USA, thanks Josh!

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Re: [GB] Atom47 replacement PCB for Vortex Core by Atomkb
« Reply #3 on: Tue, 09 January 2018, 09:53:04 »
Josh from SpaceCat design will be the proxy for the USA, thanks Josh!

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Re: [GB] Atom47 replacement PCB for Vortex Core by Atomkb
« Reply #4 on: Tue, 09 January 2018, 10:32:25 »
Josh from SpaceCat design will be the proxy for the USA, thanks Josh!

 :-*

For US orders should we place an order through the Google form or through Spacecat's website? I couldn't find a page for Atom47 on the Spacecat site

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Re: [GB] Atom47 replacement PCB for Vortex Core by Atomkb
« Reply #5 on: Tue, 09 January 2018, 10:39:23 »
Through the google form, should be fine!

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Re: [GB] Atom47 replacement PCB for Vortex Core by Atomkb
« Reply #6 on: Tue, 09 January 2018, 10:50:07 »
Through the google form, should be fine!

Ok thanks! Nice work :thumb:

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Re: [GB] Atom47 replacement PCB for Vortex Core by Atomkb
« Reply #7 on: Fri, 12 January 2018, 14:33:33 »
Thanx for making this, it is life saver for me! I like Core very much, but without solid programing options ... it is a little annoying to use.

Ordered one Atom47 of course.

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Re: [GB] Atom47 replacement PCB for Vortex Core by Atomkb
« Reply #8 on: Fri, 12 January 2018, 15:03:04 »
Thanx for making this, it is life saver for me! I like Core very much, but without solid programing options ... it is a little annoying to use.

Ordered one Atom47 of course.

Awesome, thanks!

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Re: [GB] Atom47 replacement PCB for Vortex Core by Atomkb
« Reply #9 on: Sun, 14 January 2018, 04:42:40 »
I am in.  If there was an option for 2 I would be in for that too...  Looking forward to using the core again

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Re: [GB] Atom47 replacement PCB for Vortex Core by Atomkb
« Reply #10 on: Thu, 18 January 2018, 03:03:31 »
does anyone know how much it would cost to get it shipped to Canada?

Thanks

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Re: [GB] Atom47 replacement PCB for Vortex Core by Atomkb
« Reply #11 on: Thu, 18 January 2018, 09:58:59 »
does anyone know how much it would cost to get it shipped to Canada?

Thanks
My US proxy says about 10 usd, hope that can help you  :)

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Re: [GB] Atom47 replacement PCB for Vortex Core by Atomkb
« Reply #12 on: Sun, 21 January 2018, 10:04:16 »
When does this group buy end(I kind of want 2!)? and when are they expected to be shipped? sorry, this is my first group buy I have joined and didn't see that information anywhere.

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« Reply #13 on: Sun, 21 January 2018, 10:26:11 »
When does this group buy end(I kind of want 2!)? and when are they expected to be shipped? sorry, this is my first group buy I have joined and didn't see that information anywhere.

I'm honered to be your first GB  :D

February 16th - GB ends, invoices being sent
March 10th - Invoices paid, PCB's ordered
March 20th - PCB's arrived and shipped a few days later to participants

This is just an estimate, but I hope I'll be able to get it to buyers before April 1st.

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Re: [GB] Atom47 replacement PCB for Vortex Core by Atomkb
« Reply #14 on: Sun, 21 January 2018, 14:48:15 »
I put my order in, can't wait to finally use the Core I bought.

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Re: [GB] Atom47 replacement PCB for Vortex Core by Atomkb
« Reply #15 on: Wed, 24 January 2018, 14:33:34 »
I can't wait for this. It will be really nice having the option of a staggered 40% in my rotation again, the lack of programming options really let the core down for me. Does anyone know of any options for replacement caps for this keyboard? The layout I've designed means the standard caps will be pretty much useless to me (I will be using the standard layout in terms of key placement and sizes though).

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Re: [GB] Atom47 replacement PCB for Vortex Core by Atomkb
« Reply #16 on: Wed, 24 January 2018, 14:37:52 »
I can't wait for this. It will be really nice having the option of a staggered 40% in my rotation again, the lack of programming options really let the core down for me. Does anyone know of any options for replacement caps for this keyboard? The layout I've designed means the standard caps will be pretty much useless to me (I will be using the standard layout in terms of key placement and sizes though).
The sets from PrimeKB and some others including GMK Laser are compatible. Don't know of any others at the moment.

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Re: [GB] Atom47 replacement PCB for Vortex Core by Atomkb
« Reply #17 on: Thu, 25 January 2018, 12:55:08 »
I like the look of the bounty hunter set. Is there no blank cap options that would work?

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Re: [GB] Atom47 replacement PCB for Vortex Core by Atomkb
« Reply #18 on: Sat, 27 January 2018, 08:55:22 »
This looks awesome! I've not bought a pcb for a keyboard before, which components are already included/soldered and what would I need to get it working, other than the switches?

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Re: [GB] Atom47 replacement PCB for Vortex Core by Atomkb
« Reply #19 on: Tue, 30 January 2018, 21:35:35 »
How do I cancel? Ignore the invoice?

I ruined the Vortex Core aluminum case with Dremel while removing a couple of stuck screws so I'm just going to harvest its MX Clear switches to use on a Planck.

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Re: [GB] Atom47 replacement PCB for Vortex Core by Atomkb
« Reply #20 on: Tue, 30 January 2018, 23:52:41 »
I like the look of the bounty hunter set. Is there no blank cap options that would work?

There should be some sets on Aliexpress.

This looks awesome! I've not bought a pcb for a keyboard before, which components are already included/soldered and what would I need to get it working, other than the switches?

Every component is pre-soldered, so you only need switches and a plate.

How do I cancel? Ignore the invoice?

I ruined the Vortex Core aluminum case with Dremel while removing a couple of stuck screws so I'm just going to harvest its MX Clear switches to use on a Planck.

Send me an email at atomkeeb@gmail.com with the email address you used on the form.
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Re: [GB] Atom47 replacement PCB for Vortex Core by Atomkb
« Reply #21 on: Thu, 01 February 2018, 05:41:04 »
Before all, thank you @maartenwut! I was looking for a 40% for months! I'm more active on reddit so I was a real stroke of luck when I have seen your message on Discord.

Since I'm starting in the 40% world, some recommendation of where we can buy a proper plate for this pcb?

Edit: I've already filled the form :)!

Cheers from Spain,
Angel
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Re: [GB] Atom47 replacement PCB for Vortex Core by Atomkb
« Reply #22 on: Thu, 01 February 2018, 22:42:14 »
I wish it had iso left shift

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« Reply #23 on: Fri, 02 February 2018, 02:29:50 »
Before all, thank you @maartenwut! I was looking for a 40% for months! I'm more active on reddit so I was a real stroke of luck when I have seen your message on Discord.

Since I'm starting in the 40% world, some recommendation of where we can buy a proper plate for this pcb?

Edit: I've already filled the form :)!

Cheers from Spain,
Angel

Thanks! Do you have a Vortex Core? If you don't, how would you use this PCB?

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« Reply #24 on: Fri, 02 February 2018, 02:31:18 »
I wish it had iso left shift
Sorry, it's not possible to split any key under 2u's. The left shift is 1.75u's.

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« Reply #25 on: Fri, 02 February 2018, 03:56:50 »
Before all, thank you @maartenwut! I was looking for a 40% for months! I'm more active on reddit so I was a real stroke of luck when I have seen your message on Discord.

Since I'm starting in the 40% world, some recommendation of where we can buy a proper plate for this pcb?

Edit: I've already filled the form :)!

Cheers from Spain,
Angel

Thanks! Do you have a Vortex Core? If you don't, how would you use this PCB?

hehe nope, I have not the Vortex Core, but I feel dare and I want to do a handcrafted case and so on, but since I don't have a big knowledge about the plates on the market I would want to explore more options before taking the decision of making my own plate.

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Re: [GB] Atom47 replacement PCB for Vortex Core by Atomkb
« Reply #26 on: Fri, 02 February 2018, 09:44:07 »
Before all, thank you @maartenwut! I was looking for a 40% for months! I'm more active on reddit so I was a real stroke of luck when I have seen your message on Discord.

Since I'm starting in the 40% world, some recommendation of where we can buy a proper plate for this pcb?

Edit: I've already filled the form :)!

Cheers from Spain,
Angel

Thanks! Do you have a Vortex Core? If you don't, how would you use this PCB?

hehe nope, I have not the Vortex Core, but I feel dare and I want to do a handcrafted case and so on, but since I don't have a big knowledge about the plates on the market I would want to explore more options before taking the decision of making my own plate.

If I were making a universal plate for this PCB, to support all layout options available on that PCB, it would look something like this:




Edit: I think those screw mounting hole locations are correct, I would just need to confirm that with maartenwut. :)




Or you could do a "sandwich" style case, like this:

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« Reply #27 on: Fri, 02 February 2018, 10:44:05 »
If I were making a universal plate for this PCB, to support all layout options available on that PCB, it would look something like this:

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Edit: I think those screw mounting hole locations are correct, I would just need to confirm that with maartenwut. :)


Or you could do a "sandwich" style case, like this:

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You can use my scan (here) to check the mounting holes.

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« Reply #28 on: Fri, 02 February 2018, 11:09:52 »
If I were making a universal plate for this PCB, to support all layout options available on that PCB, it would look something like this:

Show Image



Edit: I think those screw mounting hole locations are correct, I would just need to confirm that with maartenwut. :)


Or you could do a "sandwich" style case, like this:

Show Image

You can use my scan (here) to check the mounting holes.


Great, thanks for that!




Looks like a match to me...
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« Reply #29 on: Mon, 05 February 2018, 03:15:45 »
Thank you guys for sharing your plate blueprints, it will be really useful to do it customized for this PCB

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« Reply #30 on: Thu, 15 February 2018, 19:07:55 »
Just got my Vortex Core two days ago and was seriously disappointed with the programming limitations.
Googling around for a solution I luckily found this group buy the day before it closed.
Ordered!

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« Reply #31 on: Fri, 16 February 2018, 16:50:10 »
I gotta say I love the layout. If a case + plate bundle/kit ever comes out for a R2 I'd be interested.

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« Reply #32 on: Sat, 17 February 2018, 19:18:31 »
GB closed yesterday with 99 participants! :eek: I sent out 72 invoices just now for the US and Canada folks and will send the rest later this day. Thanks again!

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« Reply #33 on: Sat, 17 February 2018, 20:15:38 »
Any was to change shipping method before the invoice due date?

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« Reply #34 on: Sun, 18 February 2018, 01:19:06 »
Paid my invoice  :thumb: I cannot wait to get this PCB.

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« Reply #35 on: Sun, 18 February 2018, 02:02:01 »
Any was to change shipping method before the invoice due date?

After speaking with my proxy, I decided that all US and Canadian orders should be sent as a First Class Parcel. Canadian orders are going to be sent as First Class International Parcel. This means that the shipping method you choose will not matter if you're from the US or Canada.
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« Reply #36 on: Sun, 18 February 2018, 15:57:18 »
Any chance of a late addition? If not, if anyone has ordered two and wants to sell one, let me know. I'm in Australia btw.

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« Reply #37 on: Mon, 19 February 2018, 03:42:58 »
Paid! I'm very excited about this GB, I have great plans for that pcb!

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« Reply #38 on: Mon, 19 February 2018, 07:51:03 »
Any chance of a late addition? If not, if anyone has ordered two and wants to sell one, let me know. I'm in Australia btw.

Unfortunately it was impossible to get two unless one would use a friend to get another one... :thinking:

I'll be doing another round later of course :)

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« Reply #39 on: Mon, 19 February 2018, 07:56:21 »
I just finished sending everyone an invoice too :D
If you didn't get one, just email me at atomkeeb <at> gmail.com and we'll sort it out!

All orders for US & Canada will be shipped by SpaceCat Design as a First Class package.
All orders for the UK will be shipped by MechBoards UK as Royal Mail Signed ForŪ 1st Class.
All orders for Australia will be shipped by Amtra5 as Parcel Post.
Shipping cost is included with the invoice.

For those who have not paid their invoice yet: you have to pay before the 10th of March or I'll consider your order cancelled.

Thanks again for your patience and thanks to the proxies!
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« Reply #40 on: Tue, 20 February 2018, 15:21:50 »
Any chance of a late addition? If not, if anyone has ordered two and wants to sell one, let me know. I'm in Australia btw.

Unfortunately it was impossible to get two unless one would use a friend to get another one... :thinking:

I'll be doing another round later of course :)

Understandable. Thanks for letting me know. I'll keep an oleye out for the next round  :thumb:

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Re: [GB] Atom47 replacement PCB for Vortex Core by Atomkb
« Reply #41 on: Wed, 21 February 2018, 17:28:21 »
Before all, thank you @maartenwut! I was looking for a 40% for months! I'm more active on reddit so I was a real stroke of luck when I have seen your message on Discord.

Since I'm starting in the 40% world, some recommendation of where we can buy a proper plate for this pcb?

Edit: I've already filled the form :)!

Cheers from Spain,
Angel

Thanks! Do you have a Vortex Core? If you don't, how would you use this PCB?

hehe nope, I have not the Vortex Core, but I feel dare and I want to do a handcrafted case and so on, but since I don't have a big knowledge about the plates on the market I would want to explore more options before taking the decision of making my own plate.

If I were making a universal plate for this PCB, to support all layout options available on that PCB, it would look something like this:

Show Image



Edit: I think those screw mounting hole locations are correct, I would just need to confirm that with maartenwut. :)




Or you could do a "sandwich" style case, like this:

Show Image


@jdcarpe could you please share the SVG/CAD or other format so we can source this plate locally? Thank you so much for the plate design and of course OP for the awesome circuit.

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« Reply #42 on: Thu, 22 February 2018, 11:14:36 »
Sure, attached is the CAD drawing for the universal plate.

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« Reply #43 on: Fri, 23 February 2018, 01:49:44 »
Do keep in mind that the original plate is 1.4mm thick, not the standard 1.5mm.

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« Reply #44 on: Thu, 08 March 2018, 08:28:43 »
Alright, two days left to pay for your order! You should really contact me if you didn't receive an invoice or reminder by now.
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« Reply #45 on: Mon, 12 March 2018, 15:42:01 »
Sure, attached is the CAD drawing for the universal plate.

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I've not really used CAD before, but when opening the drawing file in Autodesk viewer the file looks like the attached image. Is this normal?

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« Reply #46 on: Fri, 23 March 2018, 21:36:29 »
Does anyone know the screw size the core uses? Two of my screws were stripped and I lost the last three I had somehow so I need to get some new ones to keep my plate on.

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« Reply #47 on: Sat, 24 March 2018, 20:18:11 »
just picked up a vortex core and found out about this drop. will there be any reruns? thanks!

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« Reply #48 on: Mon, 26 March 2018, 16:33:38 »
Does anyone know the screw size the core uses? Two of my screws were stripped and I lost the last three I had somehow so I need to get some new ones to keep my plate on.



A (screw head) is 4mm, L (thread length) is 5mm and the diameter is 2.5mm. You should be looking for an M2.5 screw.

just picked up a vortex core and found out about this drop. will there be any reruns? thanks!
Yes, and I will be selling leftovers of this round.


I have also ordered 20 prototypes before getting 100 of them, just to be safe. They should be here in a week or so.
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Re: [GB] Atom47 replacement PCB for Vortex Core by Atomkb
« Reply #49 on: Tue, 27 March 2018, 20:56:44 »
When is shipping going to happen?