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Title: [IC] COPPER SPACE BARS - BY MTBKEYS - IC is Closed - Now In GB
Post by: MattMTB on Fri, 15 January 2021, 00:18:46
(http://i.imgur.com/HAuDu9X.jpg) (https://imgur.com/HAuDu9X)

Announcement: In GB here on Geekhack.

Hello again!

Our last spacebar GB for the Bronze and Aluminum, was a success! We are looking to go ahead and do a round 2.

We would like to add to the list: Copper


Check out a SOUND TEST https://imgur.com/gallery/JElWWJ5 (https://imgur.com/gallery/JElWWJ5)- Shout out to discord member Tim Raines for making this sound test!

We are expecting to announce our Group Buy in a day or two - Stay Tuned! - Expect Delivery approximately 6weeks after the close of the Group Buy.

The spacebars will be CNC machined from solid 110 copper & you can choose from:

Mounting: Centered Stems Only


The copper spacebars could be coated with clear coat, or Cerakot. Or they can be left uncoated, this gives you the option to let the copper patina over time, or you can lightly polish to maintain its luster.

Polished
(http://i.imgur.com/AqXvJGd.jpg) (https://imgur.com/AqXvJGd)

Brushed
(http://i.imgur.com/5QIiHWT.jpg) (https://imgur.com/5QIiHWT)


We hope to go to Group Buy by the end of January 2021 and run through February 2021 - Delivery about 6 week after GB ends.

Price should be between $130.00 & $140.00 USD + shipping.

If you are interested, please let us know in the comments & you can join our discord @ https://discord.gg/fUyWvek (https://discord.gg/fUyWvek)


We have our website set up and we are almost ready to go for the Spacebars GB Round 2. Nothing is for sale yet, but you can check out our products and drool ;D Check out:  https://mtbkeys.com/ (https://mtbkeys.com/)



Thanks,

Matt


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Title: Re: [IC] COPPER SPACE BARS - BY MTBKEYS
Post by: Arch4Life on Fri, 15 January 2021, 00:21:49
really nice, really hope that you'll consider to add SA profile as well

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Title: Re: [IC] COPPER SPACE BARS - BY MTBKEYS
Post by: totalemon on Fri, 15 January 2021, 01:27:22
Big fan of the polished look, but I'd suggest adding the option for in-house coating for those who don't want patina. GLWIC!
Title: Re: [IC] COPPER SPACE BARS - BY MTBKEYS
Post by: hottrout on Fri, 15 January 2021, 06:43:12
The answer to the question, will it fit the Jae-01 rev 2 WKL keyboard will facilitate my answer to ordering one of each type, polished and satin finish.
Title: Re: [IC] COPPER SPACE BARS - BY MTBKEYS
Post by: MattMTB on Fri, 15 January 2021, 09:03:48
really nice, really hope that you'll consider to add SA profile as well

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Thanks! we hope to add SA soon.
Title: Re: [IC] COPPER SPACE BARS - BY MTBKEYS
Post by: paperassgasket on Fri, 15 January 2021, 10:03:49
I love copper.
Title: Re: [IC] COPPER SPACE BARS - BY MTBKEYS
Post by: MattMTB on Fri, 15 January 2021, 11:47:22
We may offer cerakote, or clear coat
Title: Re: [IC] COPPER SPACE BARS - BY MTBKEYS
Post by: FactoryDefaults on Fri, 15 January 2021, 12:17:52
A clear coat to prevent patina would be great! Either way I'd be down for a 7u.

Maybe also add sandblasted finish for a matte option?

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Title: Re: [IC] COPPER SPACE BARS - BY MTBKEYS
Post by: CookieFlow on Fri, 15 January 2021, 15:20:25
Wow I love copper, this is a must.

-I agree with others, I would like the option to had a coating in-house as I don't want Patina and don't feel comfortable doing it myself.
-Is the polished version a fingerprint magnet? If yes, would a coat help with it?
-Any chance for a matching Enter key also?
Title: Re: [IC] COPPER SPACE BARS - BY MTBKEYS
Post by: Cubic // esc lab on Fri, 15 January 2021, 16:33:23
Raw copper is no fun both on a tarnishing, smell on the fingers, and potential toxicity from over exposure: https://www.healthline.com/health/copper-toxicity

Highly recommend some sort of coating
Title: Re: [IC] COPPER SPACE BARS - BY MTBKEYS
Post by: MattMTB on Fri, 15 January 2021, 17:33:32
Raw copper is no fun both on a tarnishing, smell on the fingers, and potential toxicity from over exposure: https://www.healthline.com/health/copper-toxicity

Highly recommend some sort of coating

Hmm... I guess we should throw out our copper jewelry, cook wear and rip out the copper pipes in our homes! I'm sure no one will be drinking from their copper space bars ;) but we did say that clear coat or cerakote is an option.  :thumb:
Title: Re: [IC] COPPER SPACE BARS - BY MTBKEYS
Post by: jayiskuhl on Fri, 15 January 2021, 18:31:05
This is cool, any chance for alice bars?
Title: Re: [IC] COPPER SPACE BARS - BY MTBKEYS
Post by: Cubic // esc lab on Fri, 15 January 2021, 18:46:54
Raw copper is no fun both on a tarnishing, smell on the fingers, and potential toxicity from over exposure: https://www.healthline.com/health/copper-toxicity

Highly recommend some sort of coating

Hmm... I guess we should throw out our copper jewelry, cook wear and rip out the copper pipes in our homes! I'm sure no one will be drinking from their copper space bars ;) but we did say that clear coat or cerakote is an option.  :thumb:
Relax.

I'm just suggesting based on personal experience.
Title: Re: [IC] COPPER SPACE BARS - BY MTBKEYS
Post by: herfalerf on Fri, 15 January 2021, 21:20:09
I think this is neat.  I have a discipline with a copper plate and one of these space bars would go very well.
Title: Re: [IC] COPPER SPACE BARS - BY MTBKEYS
Post by: KFMan on Fri, 15 January 2021, 23:03:09
The copper is fantastic. It will look so nice on keyboard.
Title: Re: [IC] COPPER SPACE BARS - BY MTBKEYS
Post by: MattMTB on Fri, 15 January 2021, 23:24:12
Raw copper is no fun both on a tarnishing, smell on the fingers, and potential toxicity from over exposure: https://www.healthline.com/health/copper-toxicity

Highly recommend some sort of coating

Hmm... I guess we should throw out our copper jewelry, cook wear and rip out the copper pipes in our homes! I'm sure no one will be drinking from their copper space bars ;) but we did say that clear coat or cerakote is an option.  :thumb:
Relax.

I'm just suggesting based on personal experience.

Lol. Sorry. Thanks for your input.   ;D
Title: Re: [IC] COPPER SPACE BARS - BY MTBKEYS
Post by: KFMan on Sat, 16 January 2021, 16:30:23
Copper with patina looks great.
Title: Re: [IC] COPPER SPACE BARS - BY MTBKEYS
Post by: nettik on Sun, 17 January 2021, 15:09:43
Those copper spacebars are gorgeous!! Now I'm actually glad I missed the bronze/alu bars because I want these so much more. +1 for clear coat option please, I personally do not like copper patina.
Title: Re: [IC] COPPER SPACE BARS - BY MTBKEYS
Post by: MattMTB on Sun, 17 January 2021, 23:17:27
Those copper spacebars are gorgeous!! Now I'm actually glad I missed the bronze/alu bars because I want these so much more. +1 for clear coat option please, I personally do not like copper patina.

Glad to hear this. Yes, for sure we will add the option for some kind o coating.
Title: Re: [IC] COPPER SPACE BARS - BY MTBKEYS
Post by: MattMTB on Mon, 18 January 2021, 15:04:58
I think this is neat.  I have a discipline with a copper plate and one of these space bars would go very well.

Yes it would!
Title: Re: [IC] COPPER SPACE BARS - BY MTBKEYS
Post by: LordOwen on Mon, 18 January 2021, 20:05:13
I've got a Protozoa P.01 SE coming in the next few months, and this is something that I kinda need for the sake of "this is perfect for a build with a copper patina upper plate."

Just have to pair it with some GMK Rainy Days and I'm solid :)
Title: Re: [IC] COPPER SPACE BARS - BY MTBKEYS
Post by: schrobie on Mon, 18 January 2021, 21:18:33
I really like these. I'm a DSA split space fan though. I'd buy a split space option.
Title: Re: [IC] COPPER SPACE BARS - BY MTBKEYS
Post by: MattMTB on Tue, 19 January 2021, 11:29:04
Copper with patina looks great.

 :thumb:
Title: Re: [IC] COPPER SPACE BARS - BY MTBKEYS
Post by: MattMTB on Tue, 19 January 2021, 13:44:28
I've got a Protozoa P.01 SE coming in the next few months, and this is something that I kinda need for the sake of "this is perfect for a build with a copper patina upper plate."

Just have to pair it with some GMK Rainy Days and I'm solid :)

Wow! That's a nice board, your going to have a sweet build! We are looking into getting some of the space bars patina. I will update soon.
Title: Re: [IC] COPPER SPACE BARS - BY MTBKEYS
Post by: KFMan on Wed, 20 January 2021, 20:52:04
How much do copper spacebars weigh? Probably it should weigh less than Bronze?
Title: Re: [IC] COPPER SPACE BARS - BY MTBKEYS
Post by: Cornelius240 on Thu, 21 January 2021, 10:43:38
I'm in for one.  :thumb:
Title: Re: [IC] COPPER SPACE BARS - BY MTBKEYS
Post by: MattMTB on Thu, 21 January 2021, 18:45:12
How much do copper spacebars weigh? Probably it should weigh less than Bronze?

Yes, the copper does weigh less than the bronze. We only have the weight for the 6.25u and it is 48g.
Title: Re: [IC] COPPER SPACE BARS - BY MTBKEYS
Post by: MimiAnt on Thu, 21 January 2021, 19:11:31
Shiny
Title: Re: [IC] COPPER SPACE BARS - BY MTBKEYS
Post by: i luv chuletas on Thu, 21 January 2021, 20:02:15
Damn, you ever see yourself doing this for other configurations further along?

Would love to get this for and Alice and ortho builds I have in queue  ;D
Title: Re: [IC] COPPER SPACE BARS - BY MTBKEYS
Post by: Dorney on Thu, 21 January 2021, 20:37:14

6:18
Title: Re: [IC] COPPER SPACE BARS - BY MTBKEYS
Post by: MattMTB on Fri, 22 January 2021, 09:23:32
Damn, you ever see yourself doing this for other configurations further along?

Would love to get this for and Alice and ortho builds I have in queue  ;D

Yes. We are getting this question a lot and plan to do an intrest check for 2.75u and 2.25u in the near future.
Title: Re: [IC] COPPER SPACE BARS - BY MTBKEYS
Post by: MattMTB on Fri, 22 January 2021, 18:23:16

6:18
Thanks for the great video!
Title: Re: [IC] COPPER SPACE BARS - BY MTBKEYS
Post by: LordOwen on Fri, 22 January 2021, 18:55:52
I've got a Protozoa P.01 SE coming in the next few months, and this is something that I kinda need for the sake of "this is perfect for a build with a copper patina upper plate."

Just have to pair it with some GMK Rainy Days and I'm solid :)

Wow! That's a nice board, your going to have a sweet build! We are looking into getting some of the space bars patina. I will update soon.

That would be fantastic! It would be interesting to have a space bar patina and then maybe clear coated to keep it "pristine." Not sure if that's an option, but if it is, sign me up!
Title: Re: [IC] COPPER SPACE BARS - BY MTBKEYS
Post by: MattMTB on Mon, 25 January 2021, 13:03:43
Check out a SOUND TEST https://imgur.com/gallery/JElWWJ5 (https://imgur.com/gallery/JElWWJ5)- Shout out to discord member Tim Raines for making this sound test!
Title: Re: [IC] COPPER SPACE BARS - BY MTBKEYS
Post by: i luv chuletas on Mon, 25 January 2021, 20:44:08
Damn, you ever see yourself doing this for other configurations further along?

Would love to get this for and Alice and ortho builds I have in queue  ;D

Yes. We are getting this question a lot and plan to do an intrest check for 2.75u and 2.25u in the near future.

Please do add a 2u option for that interest check!  :D
Title: Re: [IC] COPPER SPACE BARS - BY MTBKEYS
Post by: MattMTB on Thu, 28 January 2021, 11:30:54
We are expecting to announce our Group Buy in a day or two - Stay Tuned! - Expect Delivery approximately 6weeks after the close of the Group Buy.
Title: Re: [IC] COPPER SPACE BARS - BY MTBKEYS
Post by: bert039 on Thu, 28 January 2021, 12:23:40
Another request for Alice sizes please!
Title: Re: [IC] COPPER SPACE BARS - BY MTBKEYS
Post by: ceconds on Thu, 28 January 2021, 14:59:59
Wow imagine this with GMK Olivia  :)
Title: Re: [IC] COPPER SPACE BARS - BY MTBKEYS
Post by: MattMTB on Fri, 29 January 2021, 20:01:29
Wow imagine this with GMK Olivia  :)
A lot of people are telling me this!
Title: Re: [IC] COPPER SPACE BARS - BY MTBKEYS
Post by: Roche on Fri, 29 January 2021, 20:56:00
This was obviously MADE for GMK Copper :D  The ability to leave it uncoated to get that nice patina on it... Perfection.

What I'd really love though is the alu bar in KAT profile for KAT Iron!
Title: Re: [IC] COPPER SPACE BARS - BY MTBKEYS
Post by: MattMTB on Sun, 31 January 2021, 10:46:04
This was obviously MADE for GMK Copper :D  The ability to leave it uncoated to get that nice patina on it... Perfection.

What I'd really love though is the alu bar in KAT profile for KAT Iron!
Actually,  its was just good luck that GMK copper was in GB... KAT is coming for the next GB!
Title: Re: [IC] COPPER SPACE BARS - BY MTBKEYS
Post by: Buffo on Wed, 03 February 2021, 10:01:12
Hi, i would like to buy a copper or bronze space bar. My idea is to get some patina on it. What gives the nicer patina, copper or bronze?
Title: Re: [IC] COPPER SPACE BARS - BY MTBKEYS
Post by: MattMTB on Wed, 03 February 2021, 14:09:11
Hi, i would like to buy a copper or bronze space bar. My idea is to get some patina on it. What gives the nicer patina, copper or bronze?

I think that copper patinas looks the best, but that's me personally... they both patina. Here is an one way to do it, check this video out:https://www.google.com/search?q=how+to+patina+copper&oq=how+to+patina+copper&aqs=chrome..69i57.6270j0j15&sourceid=chrome&ie=UTF-8#kpvalbx=_YQEbYMPCBMiEsAXX3ZnAAg13 (https://www.google.com/search?q=how+to+patina+copper&oq=how+to+patina+copper&aqs=chrome..69i57.6270j0j15&sourceid=chrome&ie=UTF-8#kpvalbx=_YQEbYMPCBMiEsAXX3ZnAAg13)

You would have to buy the space bar with NO cerakote and I don't think you will need to sand it as we sand and polish nicely, but you will have to clean off finger prints with soapy water.
Title: Re: [IC] COPPER SPACE BARS - BY MTBKEYS
Post by: Buffo on Wed, 03 February 2021, 15:10:28
Okay thank you so far! Like how high is OEM und how high is cherry profile? One spacebar i want to use for ePBT Ivory, thats Cherry profile i guess, but the other one is for a Ducky Year of the rat edition, thats maybe OEM.
Title: Re: [IC] COPPER SPACE BARS - BY MTBKEYS
Post by: MattMTB on Tue, 09 February 2021, 12:03:06
Okay thank you so far! Like how high is OEM und how high is cherry profile? One spacebar i want to use for ePBT Ivory, thats Cherry profile i guess, but the other one is for a Ducky Year of the rat edition, thats maybe OEM.

The OEM is .410" (10.35mm) high & the Cherry is .375" (9.52mm) high.