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CU80
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The CU80 is a tenkeyless (TKL/80%) mechanical keyboard that can be purchased either as a kit, or as a fully assembled keyboard with Cherry MX switches and keycaps.
This keyboard features an anodised aluminium case that is made of two parts; the base and the top case. The kit is only available in grey. The kit features a hotswappable PCB that available with either the ANSI layout, or the ISO layout. The PCB supports QMK and features SMD RGB LEDs under each switch. The software can be heavily customised meaning that you can change key locations, have multiple Fn layers and more! You really can make this keyboard your keyboard. The inclusion of a hotswappable PCB means that there is no soldering. Want to change switches or have different switches in different locations? No problem, all you need to do is take out the current switches and place the new ones. This PCB is available with either the ANSI or ISO layout. The PCB supports screw-in stabilisers and PCB mounted switches.The PCB supports USB-C.
Why did we design the CU80?
When we started designing the CU80 we had a few criteria; it had to be high-quality, feature-rich and be affordable. We feel that this mechanical keyboard fulfills those criteria and is a great option for those looking to get a custom mechanical keyboard but can’t accommodate a $300+ budget.
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1st Printed Prototype Images:
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2nd Printed Prototype Images:
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Aluminium Prototype Images:
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Is it possible to see more of the internals?
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unibody?plate?!!!?
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unibody?plate?!!!?
The plate is integrated into to top case. There are only two pieces, the base and the top case.
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Completely flat? Interesting. Will it come with risers to get it to 5 or 6 degrees of slope?
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Completely flat? Interesting. Will it come with risers to get it to 5 or 6 degrees of slope?
A pair of these will be included with the kit: https://kbdfans.cn/products/anodized-cnc-aluminum-feet-1pair
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I've just bought a KBD67 but with the GB for this being in a couple of months, I'll be in for it!
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Hotswap tkl for that price? I'm definitely interested!
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Definitely interested! I'm in for a sub $300 hotswap TKL. Possibly two.
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Ne split spacebar (2.25u+1.25u+2.75u) support? Would be the first hot swap keeb to ever support it.
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Completely flat? Interesting. Will it come with risers to get it to 5 or 6 degrees of slope?
Risers would be the perfect addition to this.
Thumbs up!
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from the design of the cutout, seems that users will only be able to use the pcb provided?
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Is there the possibility of more color options being added at some point?
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from the design of the cutout, seems that users will only be able to use the pcb provided?
Yes, you will only be able to use the CU80 PCB. This kit is not compatible with any other PCBs.
Is there the possibility of more color options being added at some point?
If this is well received then we can certainly look into adding new colours for the next round.
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This is interesting, but I don't really understand why in the TKL world everyone needs to reinvent the wheel. Look at the 60% keyboards.... they are intherchangable, why doesn't this work in the tkl segment?
Please make it compatible with other cases, pcbs, make a choice :-) you could make it compatible with TX87KIN, or with the recent h87??
Is this a skeleton - like case? Normal cases are a little better because the border of the keycaps is not exposed, it is protected and you don't accidentally touch hit, break it.
https://docs.google.com/spreadsheets/d/1GpM--fKeDw_tIDZj4m2jmbMavSyXeOu3QHzfTJwz-IM/edit#gid=0
https://geekhack.org/index.php?topic=96123.0
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This is growing on me I dig the flatness.
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This is growing on me I dig the flatness.
Thanks!
We are currently working on refining the design and we aim to release more info/renders within the coming days!
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We are currently working on refining the design and we aim to release more info/renders within the coming days!
Any updates on the renders/info? Looking forward to the GB :)
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This is interesting, but I don't really understand why in the TKL world everyone needs to reinvent the wheel. Look at the 60% keyboards.... they are intherchangable, why doesn't this work in the tkl segment?
Please make it compatible with other cases, pcbs, make a choice :-) you could make it compatible with TX87KIN, or with the recent h87??
Is this a skeleton - like case? Normal cases are a little better because the border of the keycaps is not exposed, it is protected and you don't accidentally touch hit, break it.
https://docs.google.com/spreadsheets/d/1GpM--fKeDw_tIDZj4m2jmbMavSyXeOu3QHzfTJwz-IM/edit#gid=0
https://geekhack.org/index.php?topic=96123.0
Agreed
TKL developers keep running away from interchangeability like the plague
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An assembled hotswappable TKL for ~$130 USD without VAT?? Wow!
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We are currently working on refining the design and we aim to release more info/renders within the coming days!
Any updates on the renders/info? Looking forward to the GB :)
Final model has been confirmed, new renders and GB info coming soon!
3D Printed Prototypes will arrive next week and then if everything is ok then we will order the Aluminium prototypes. :)
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If there is anyone who want to stay updated but doesn't visit GeekHack often, please join the CU80 mailing list:
http://eepurl.com/gtiY5z (http://eepurl.com/gtiY5z)
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Wow! Really like the simple design of this, and that price point :eek:
If you can nail the material quality and finish, this is gonna be an awesome entry-level custom.
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Wow! Really like the simple design of this, and that price point :o
If you can nail the material quality and finish, this is gonna be an awesome entry-level custom.
Thanks!
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Hey Everyone!
We have uploaded some new renders of the modified design.
After a few weeks we have designed a custom footbar that will be included in the kit!
We are still working on getting prototypes as soon as possible, sorry for the delay.
If you have any further questions, please feel free to ask!
Thanks for the support! :)
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I looked over this but I've return to say it's very interesting and a fantastic idea. Will be following this now. Also, like the idea of having hotswap.
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Hey Everyone!
We have uploaded some new renders of the modified design.
After a few weeks we have designed a custom footbar that will be included in the kit!
We are still working on getting prototypes as soon as possible, sorry for the delay.
If you have any further questions, please feel free to ask!
Thanks for the support! :)
Great to hear about the footbar! Will the groupbuy go through your website?
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I looked over this but I've return to say it's very interesting and a fantastic idea. Will be following this now. Also, like the idea of having hotswap.
Hey Everyone!
We have uploaded some new renders of the modified design.
After a few weeks we have designed a custom footbar that will be included in the kit!
We are still working on getting prototypes as soon as possible, sorry for the delay.
If you have any further questions, please feel free to ask!
Thanks for the support! :)
Great to hear about the footbar! Will the groupbuy go through your website?
Thanks, I am glad you like the idea/keyboard! Yes, the group buy will be through the capsunlocked store! :)
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Here are some images of the 3D printed CU80 with the Tai-Hao keycaps that will be available:
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Here is an infographic that we created!
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I read somewhere you will offer numpad as well. Mind share the details?
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I read somewhere you will offer numpad as well. Mind share the details?
Hi! I am not sure where you read that, but we haven't designed a numpad and one won't be offered in this groupbuy.
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2nd Prototype arrived today! More images comign soon!
GB date will be between 15th-31st August.
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Is this compatible with PCB mount switches (without cutting the pegs) ?
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Can wait for this product :D . Hopefully it can be more colour for the case :D
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Is this compatible with PCB mount switches (without cutting the pegs) ?
Yes, the PCB supports PCB mounted switches and screw-in stabs!
Can wait for this product :D . Hopefully it can be more colour for the case :D
Thanks for the support! We are only focusing on grey for this first round but hopefully we can add more in the future!
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Here is an image without the keycaps:
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What color will the kit PCB be? I have been looking for a white hotswap 87-key TKL PCB for another project. Might go with the CU80 just for the PCB
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What color will the kit PCB be? I have been looking for a white hotswap 87-key TKL PCB for another project. Might go with the CU80 just for the PCB
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Green.
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Sounds interesting like the idea of cheaper and hotswappable
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Sounds interesting like the idea of cheaper and hotswappable
Thanks for the support! :)
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Aluminium Prototype w/ Cherry MX Speed Silver Switches!
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GB date will be between 15th-31st August.
Did this ever go on GB? I can't seem to find a GB page on this.
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GB date will be between 15th-31st August.
Did this ever go on GB? I can't seem to find a GB page on this.
GB launches on 06-09-2019.
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GB date will be between 15th-31st August.
Did this ever go on GB? I can't seem to find a GB page on this.
Not yet. The BG launches on September 6th.
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GB launches on 06-09-2019.
Copy that. Thanks for the info. I look forward to it. Good job on the aluminium prototype :thumb:
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Why are all 60% cases compatible with all the PCBs, while generally no tkl case is compatible with any of the existing PCBs? This is crazy.
Why should I purchase this over a gmmk keyboard that costs a third of the price of this one?
Why is the usb port on the left, while all the existing tkl have the port on the right?
Why are you using an usb c cable which is by definition much much much more dangerous than micro and mini usb?
Sorry for the number of questions and thanks for your effort.
The colour that you chose is probably meant to look fine with most sets, but a nice and brilliant and shiny aluminium case would probably be a nicer option.
The top "plate"/part could probably be thicker, with recesses on each switch to allow the hot swap.
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Why are all 60% cases compatible with all the PCBs, while generally no tkl case is compatible with any of the existing PCBs? This is crazy.
Why should I purchase this over a gmmk keyboard that costs a third of the price of this one?
Why is the usb port on the left, while all the existing tkl have the port on the right?
Why are you using an usb c cable which is by definition much much much more dangerous than micro and mini usb?
Sorry for the number of questions and thanks for your effort.
The colour that you chose is probably meant to look fine with most sets, but a nice and brilliant and shiny aluminium case would probably be a nicer option.
Thanks for the feedback!
At the time of writing, the CU80 is the only TKL keyboard that has an Aluminium case and also supports SMD RGB LEDs, USB C, hot-swap sockets and both ANSI and ISO PCBs. The reason we didn't design the case around other PCBs is because we had to design the ISO PCB anyway. We primarily designed this with ISO users in mind first and then we designed the ANSI PCB. In regards to the price it was announced with a cheaper price, but due to the weak £ we were forced to increase it. I honestly believe that htis is a great option for those want a custom TKL keyboard that has ISO support.
I do not think it matters which side the port is on - even if it was on the right, you still wouldn't be able to use any other PCB.
USB-C is now being used on several keyboards and we, alongside others, believe that it is a better option. If USB-C was so dangerous, then we wouldn't have included it in the design and I don't think large tech companies would use it either.
When we asked users which colour cases most they are most interested in, Dark Grey, Black and Silver where the clear winners. If this first round is successful then we will happily add more colours.
I appreciate your questions and feedback. :)
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What I meant is something linke this, but in aluminium. Can be thought as a case that encloses your a case, just in case.
https://drop.com/buy/aopo-ap87-wooden-mechanical-keyboard-kit
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What I meant is something linke this, but in aluminium. Can be thought as a case that encloses your a case, just in case.
https://drop.com/buy/aopo-ap87-wooden-mechanical-keyboard-kit (https://drop.com/buy/aopo-ap87-wooden-mechanical-keyboard-kit)
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I can't access that link at the moment, but I will take a look later!
The reason we didn't design a high profile case is because we wanted to keep the price low.
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I'll probably have to skip the GB since it's so soon, but this is pretty much perfect for me. Or it would be if it was WKL, but I love everything about this.
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I'd like to join because this is a nice effort, but at the same time I already have an identical keyboard so I'm kind of undecided yet :-D
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I'll probably have to skip the GB since it's so soon, but this is pretty much perfect for me. Or it would be if it was WKL, but I love everything about this.
Thanks for the support! The GB will end on the 29th September - hopefully you can join by then! :P
I'd like to join because this is a nice effort, but at the same time I already have an identical keyboard so I'm kind of undecided yet :-D
I'm glad you like the idea - join for the ISO support! :D
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Any idea how Brexit might affect this GB if it happens on Oct 31st? I assume there's no chance this will get shipped before then, and I'm afraid I might have to pay customs if I join this GB and a No Deal Brexit happens...
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Any idea how Brexit might affect this GB if it happens on Oct 31st? I assume there's no chance this will get shipped before then, and I'm afraid I might have to pay customs if I join this GB and a No Deal Brexit happens...
I am hoping that we will have all of the parts in the UK before brexit. If there are any major delays we will be working with mykeyboard.eu to process any orders that might possibly be affected.
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Will it include a keycap puller? I know a few hotswap boards do this, and it's not a big deal, but it wouldn't hurt!
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Will it include a keycap puller? I know a few hotswap boards do this, and it's not a big deal, but it wouldn't hurt!
Base Kit / Base Kit with Switches: Just Switch Puller
Kit with Keycaps: Just Keycap Puller
Kit with Switches + Keycaps: Switch and Keycap Pullers
Each kit will also include a USB A - Type C Cable
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How does this sound?
CU80 with Cherry MX Speed Silver Switches
Cherry PCB Mounted Stabilisers (Standard)
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=TmErTY-i0Yk (https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=TmErTY-i0Yk)
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Will it include a keycap puller? I know a few hotswap boards do this, and it's not a big deal, but it wouldn't hurt!
Base Kit / Base Kit with Switches: Just Switch Puller
Kit with Keycaps: Just Keycap Puller
Kit with Switches + Keycaps: Switch and Keycap Pullers
Each kit will also include a USB A - Type C Cable
What do the keycaps look like?
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and what is the situation on international shipping? what carriers will be offered and at what price point?
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and what is the situation on international shipping? what carriers will be offered and at what price point?
We ship globally!
Customers in the UK can c[size=78%]hoose from Hermes or DHL: Approx £5-£12[/size]
EU Customers [DHL ONLY]: : Approx £20-£25
Non EU customers [DHL ONLY]: Approx £28-£35
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GB thread is here:
https://geekhack.org/index.php?topic=102363.0 (https://geekhack.org/index.php?topic=102363.0)
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