PomeloThe Universal Minivan Keyboard by FruitRev 1 Prototype pictured, some changes have occurred since.
GB Thread: https://geekhack.org/index.php?topic=116198
Discord: https://discord.gg/aD3mec3xP2
Table of Contents1. Introduction
2. Specifications
3. Group Buy Details
4. Renders and Pictures
5. To-do
6. Updates
7. Credits
1. IntroductionPomelo is designed to be
The Universal Minivan Keyboard. Pomelo utilizes the open source plate design from the
Coriander and
Hull keyboards, designed by trashman, as well as some usb-c to jst trickery to enable compatibility with most existing minivan pcbs.
Compatible Van PCBs:
Low Rider, TKC Minivan HS, JetVan, Ketch, BigBoi, Airport Shuttle, GetawayVan, Lesovoz, Minibaen, Minisub, Model-V, Omnibus, Taco Truck, Wanten, and m3n3van
Not Compatible Van PCBs:
TheVan44, Sketch, and Ice Cream Truck
2. Specifications- Specifications -Layout : Universal or WKL
Typing Angle : 5 degrees
Front Height : 18.3 mm (21.5 mm EKH)
Mounting Style : Top mount
Body : Aluminum 6061
Plate Layouts :
KLEColor : 3 Anodized Options Navy Blue - 282 C
Lilac - 2715 C
Grey - 10 C
Color reference:
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Navy Blue - Lilac - Dark Grey - Silver (Clear)
Top Case will be anodized in one of the above colors.
Bottom Case and Pen Insert will be clear anodized.
Includes
Top Case in either Universal or WKL
Bottom Case and Pen Insert
Daughterboard + JST Cable
USB-C to JST Cable for non-DB PCBs
Hardware and Rubber feet
Fruitykeeb Carrying Case
Optional Extras
Omnibus PCB by Aeternus.co
Extra Universal, Minibaen, and Half-Plate Plates in FR4, Alu, Stainless Steel, and Brass
Extra Top Piece
Extra Pen Insert
3. Group Buy DetailsSite :
FruitykeebDate : February 2022
QTY : Unlimited (Human limit applies)
Ship date : est. May-June 2022
Prices :
Pomelo kit : $260
Extra Top : $120
Extra Pen Insert : $60
Extra PCB : $30
Extra Plates : $15-60
4. Renders and PicturesHuge thank you to Olivia for the renders <3
- Renders -More
Navy Blue + Universal +
Minisub PCB + GMK Nautilus R1
Lilac + WKL + Omnibus PCB + GMK Paperwork
Grey + Universal +
Minibaen PCB + Kat Space Cadet
Note: This features upcoming PC Bottom and Pen Insert - Prototype Pictures -More
3DP Rev 2 Prototype printed by OCM
Mark One pen for reference
There was discussion about the pen scratching the face of the insert, but the pen rests on the chamfered edges of the case rather than the face of the insert.
Bottom Face
USB Cutout
5. To-do[X] - Final IC
[X] - Finalize GB Dates
[X] - Send it
6. Updates+ May 23rd, 2022 - Arrived at Anodizer
+ May 17th, 2022 - Machining Finished
+ March 25th, 2022 - Manufacturing started.
+ March 7th, 2022 - GB Closed.
7. CreditsA big thank you to all the friends in the Aeternus and the 40% Discords, and to all the stupid enablers that say **** like this is a good idea. !sign