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Title: GB CLOSED
Post by: RIFT on Sun, 17 January 2021, 02:01:56
GB CLOSED
Title: Re: [IC] Emeralds 70g PME Tactile Switch - RiftKeys
Post by: gMit on Sun, 17 January 2021, 02:04:31
Can you add any more details on this new PME housing? Who's the manu for this switch?
Title: Re: [IC] Emeralds 70g PME Tactile Switch - RiftKeys
Post by: Pluto19 on Sun, 17 January 2021, 02:06:10
did you mean to post this in the group buy subforum?
Title: Re: [IC] Emeralds 70g PME Tactile Switch - RiftKeys
Post by: RIFT on Sun, 17 January 2021, 02:15:24
Quote from: gMit on Sun, 17 January 2021, 02:04:31
Can you add any more details on this new PME housing? Who's the manu for this switch?

It is Polycarbonate Blend that is still a proprietary material compound mixture.

The manufacturer and i cant really disclose at this current time. May do in the future.
Title: Re: [IC] Emeralds 70g PME Tactile Switch - RiftKeys
Post by: RIFT on Sun, 17 January 2021, 02:15:49
Quote from: Pluto19 on Sun, 17 January 2021, 02:06:10
did you mean to post this in the group buy subforum?

Was not meant to add dates. Still TBC
Title: Re: [IC] Emeralds 70g PME Tactile Switch - RiftKeys
Post by: Pluto19 on Sun, 17 January 2021, 02:41:09
Quote from: RIFT on Sun, 17 January 2021, 02:15:49
Was not meant to add dates. Still TBC
Ah gotcha.
Also no clue who Mechs & Co is other than that board Yoni was supposed to run with them until he chose to not work with them anymore.
I guess they've done a deskmat group buy so that's at least something. Seems to have just absorbed any and all keysets though :/ Slight concern there
Title: Re: [IC] Emeralds - 70g PME Tactile Switch - RiftKeys
Post by: Keeblet_257 on Sun, 17 January 2021, 04:36:54
I am not that into switches and have like minimum knowledge about switches but can anyone tell me how a takticle stem and linear can be in the same switch?
Title: Re: [IC] Emeralds - 70g PME Tactile Switch - RiftKeys
Post by: caronte0 on Sun, 17 January 2021, 04:50:29
Is there any force curve to see how it compares to other tactile switches?, how is the bump more like rounded or more snappy?
Title: Re: [IC] Emeralds - 70g PME Tactile Switch - RiftKeys
Post by: RIFT on Sun, 17 January 2021, 05:14:46
More information will be coming soon with force curves of springs etc.

I can tell you that the bump is a nice rounded bump up top that continues for most of the down stroke.

Title: Re: [IC] Emeralds - 70g PME Tactile Switch - RiftKeys
Post by: PhantomTaco on Sun, 17 January 2021, 06:07:17
Can you provide a datasheet or the full chemical name of PME? Curious about the material as I haven't heard of it before.
Title: Re: [IC] Emeralds - 70g PME Tactile Switch - RiftKeys
Post by: Zanhana on Sun, 17 January 2021, 06:14:16
Quote from: RIFT on Sun, 17 January 2021, 05:14:46
More information will be coming soon with force curves of springs etc.

I can tell you that the bump is a nice rounded bump up top that continues for most of the down stroke.

so like a U4T stem?

other questions:
[/list][/list]
Title: Re: [IC] Emeralds - 70g PME Tactile Switch - RiftKeys
Post by: lush_bunny on Sun, 17 January 2021, 06:47:43
Very interested in what PME is all about and how it's different from Polycarbonate, Nylon, and POM when it comes to housing materials. Also interested in the sound profile as well.
Title: Re: [IC] Emeralds - 70g PME Tactile Switch - RiftKeys
Post by: ChromePcok on Sun, 17 January 2021, 09:30:56
Tecsee?
Title: Re: [IC] Emeralds - 70g PME Tactile Switch - RiftKeys
Post by: CrispFunk on Sun, 17 January 2021, 10:13:07
My bet is Tecsee.

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Title: Re: [IC] Emeralds - 70g PME Tactile Switch - RiftKeys
Post by: CosminOance on Sun, 17 January 2021, 10:28:35
What is PME and why/how is it better/special? The response to this should trigger interest.
Title: Re: [IC] Emeralds - 70g PME Tactile Switch - RiftKeys
Post by: Nuclear Nachos on Sun, 17 January 2021, 11:35:35
Quote from: Keeblet_257 on Sun, 17 January 2021, 04:36:54
I am not that into switches and have like minimum knowledge about switches but can anyone tell me how a takticle stem and linear can be in the same switch?
when they say linear i believe theyre talking about the spring, the switch/stem is tactile. heres a graph from sprit that shows the different types of springs (that he sells at least) https://www.spritdesigns.com/mx?pgid=jlv17iwk-d78fac7d-26d1-479d-9b28-c6b225b3b5b4
Title: Re: [IC] Emeralds - 70g PME Tactile Switch - RiftKeys
Post by: Ram on Sun, 17 January 2021, 12:42:22
nice job rift!
Title: Re: [IC] Emeralds - 70g PME Tactile Switch - RiftKeys
Post by: Anthixious on Sun, 17 January 2021, 13:14:50
Awaiting more info myself as well, but these have a nice color to them!  :thumb:
Title: Re: [IC] Emeralds - 70g PME Tactile Switch - RiftKeys
Post by: RIFT on Sun, 17 January 2021, 17:05:30
Quote from: PhantomTaco on Sun, 17 January 2021, 06:07:17
Can you provide a datasheet or the full chemical name of PME? Curious about the material as I haven't heard of it before.
Sadly i cannot offer a datasheet on the chemical compounds. I can however tell you its a Polycarbonate Blend that is a proprietary compound mixture.

Quote from: lush_bunny on Sun, 17 January 2021, 06:47:43
Very interested in what PME is all about and how it's different from Polycarbonate, Nylon, and POM when it comes to housing materials. Also interested in the sound profile as well.

So PME is a Polycarbonate blend that is a proprietary compound mixture.

Quote from: CosminOance on Sun, 17 January 2021, 10:28:35
What is PME and why/how is it better/special? The response to this should trigger interest.


So PME is a Polycarbonate blend that is a proprietary compound mixture.

Quote from: Zanhana on Sun, 17 January 2021, 06:14:16
    Quote from: RIFT on Sun, 17 January 2021, 05:14:46
    More information will be coming soon with force curves of springs etc.

    I can tell you that the bump is a nice rounded bump up top that continues for most of the down stroke.

    so like a U4T stem?

    other questions:
    • does it bottom out on the rails or on the stem pole?
    • actuation and total travel distances?
    • your description says a linear force curve spring but the image says progressive, which is it?
    [/list][/list]

    - Bottom out is on the stem
    - Am getting graphs for this as soon as possible and will update
    - Totally missed this, its a linear curve spring, will change image
    Title: Re: [IC] Emeralds - 70g PME Tactile Switch - RiftKeys
    Post by: NovaRMK on Mon, 18 January 2021, 16:47:00
    Reserved.
    Title: Re: [IC] Emeralds - 70g PME Tactile Switch - RiftKeys
    Post by: RIFT on Tue, 19 January 2021, 23:23:41
    Reserved
    Title: Re: [IC] Emeralds - 70g PME Tactile Switch - RiftKeys
    Post by: Patosdon on Wed, 20 January 2021, 17:23:44
    This is the perfect switch to pair with GMK Aurora Polaris. Definitely looking forward to getting these!
    Title: Re: [IC] Emeralds - 70g PME Tactile Switch - RiftKeys
    Post by: lakeboredom on Wed, 20 January 2021, 18:10:49
    Oh thank god, another top-bump style tactile switch. I was running out of options this past year...
    Title: Re: [IC] Emeralds - 70g PME Tactile Switch - RiftKeys
    Post by: Bantalope on Wed, 20 January 2021, 18:14:40
    We going to be getting sound tests prior to GB?
    Title: Re: [IC] Emeralds - 70g PME Tactile Switch - RiftKeys
    Post by: RIFT on Wed, 20 January 2021, 19:44:53
    Quote from: Bantalope on Wed, 20 January 2021, 18:14:40
    We going to be getting a sound tests prior to GB?

    Correct, Have samples coming now
    Title: Re: [IC] Emeralds - 70g PME Tactile Switch - RiftKeys
    Post by: iinko_mk on Wed, 20 January 2021, 21:05:56
    poggies
    Title: Re: [IC] Emeralds - 70g PME Tactile Switch - RiftKeys
    Post by: ItszBrian on Wed, 20 January 2021, 21:33:20
    The rise of the tactiles
    Title: Re: [IC] Emeralds - 70g PME Tactile Switch - RiftKeys
    Post by: RIFT on Thu, 21 January 2021, 22:38:36
    Quote from: ItszBrian on Wed, 20 January 2021, 21:33:20
    The rise of the tactiles

     :p
    Title: Re: [IC] Emeralds - 70g PME Tactile Switch - RiftKeys
    Post by: RIFT on Sun, 24 January 2021, 15:45:16
    Product page has been listed for anyone wanting to get more information

    www.riftkeys.com (http://www.riftkeys.com)
    Title: Re: [IC] Emeralds - 70g PME Tactile Switch - RiftKeys
    Post by: CustomerSupport on Sun, 24 January 2021, 17:28:33
    Always interested in a nice tactile. The bump sounds a tad big for my taste, but i'll have to grab a sample pack or 2 to try them out
    Title: Re: [IC] Emeralds - 70g PME Tactile Switch - RiftKeys
    Post by: RIFT on Tue, 26 January 2021, 16:19:03
    Vendor and GB Dates announced.

    OCE Listing is up for more information -  HERE  (https://www.riftkeys.com/products/emerald-tactile-switch)
    Title: Re: [IC] Emeralds - 70g PME Tactile Switch - RiftKeys
    Post by: Anthixious on Tue, 26 January 2021, 16:59:57
    Wow that means 5am Eastern Time in the states, better be some damn good switches LMAO  :))
    Title: Re: [IC] Emeralds - 70g PME Tactile Switch - RiftKeys
    Post by: RIFT on Tue, 26 January 2021, 17:05:06
    Quote from: Anthixious on Tue, 26 January 2021, 16:59:57
    Wow that means 5am Eastern Time in the states, better be some damn good switches LMAO  :))

    They will be live for a month, no need to wake up at 5am, Sleep in  :)
    Title: Re: [IC] Emeralds - 70g PME Tactile Switch - RiftKeys
    Post by: Anthixious on Tue, 26 January 2021, 17:24:43
    Quote from: RIFT on Tue, 26 January 2021, 17:05:06
    Quote from: Anthixious on Tue, 26 January 2021, 16:59:57
    Wow that means 5am Eastern Time in the states, better be some damn good switches LMAO  :))

    They will be live for a month, no need to wake up at 5am, Sleep in  :)

    Oh sweet, I'll drink to that! *clink*  :D
    Title: Re: [IC] Emeralds - 70g PME Tactile Switch - RiftKeys
    Post by: Lemmy on Tue, 26 January 2021, 18:12:37
    How accurate are the renders in terms of the stem? That looks like a pretty wildly different shape from anything I've seen, is that just due to rendering capabilities or is this how they'll actually be shaped?
    Title: Re: [IC] Emeralds - 70g PME Tactile Switch - RiftKeys
    Post by: RIFT on Tue, 26 January 2021, 18:17:33
    Quote from: Lemmy on Tue, 26 January 2021, 18:12:37
    How accurate are the renders in terms of the stem? That looks like a pretty wildly different shape from anything I've seen, is that just due to rendering capabilities or is this how they'll actually be shaped?

    That render may be slightly exaggerated and does not reflect the final product, i will have stem images soon :)
    Title: Re: [IC] Emeralds - 70g PME Tactile Switch - RiftKeys
    Post by: Beerbezerker on Sat, 30 January 2021, 20:37:57
    .
    Title: Re: [IC] Emeralds 70g PME Tactile Switch - RiftKeys
    Post by: Cubic // esc lab on Sat, 30 January 2021, 22:30:43
    Quote from: Pluto19 on Sun, 17 January 2021, 02:41:09
    Quote from: RIFT on Sun, 17 January 2021, 02:15:49
    Was not meant to add dates. Still TBC
    Ah gotcha.
    Also no clue who Mechs & Co is other than that board Yoni was supposed to run with them until he chose to not work with them anymore.
    I guess they've done a deskmat group buy so that's at least something. Seems to have just absorbed any and all keysets though :/ Slight concern there


    Mechs & Co is a newer vendor but Patrick, Mike, Chris, and the rest of the team are nothing but professionals.
    Title: Re: [IC] Emeralds 70g PME Tactile Switch - RiftKeys
    Post by: RIFT on Sun, 31 January 2021, 20:56:29
    Quote from: loop | esc lab on Sat, 30 January 2021, 22:30:43
    Quote from: Pluto19 on Sun, 17 January 2021, 02:41:09
    Quote from: RIFT on Sun, 17 January 2021, 02:15:49
    Was not meant to add dates. Still TBC
    Ah gotcha.
    Also no clue who Mechs & Co is other than that board Yoni was supposed to run with them until he chose to not work with them anymore.
    I guess they've done a deskmat group buy so that's at least something. Seems to have just absorbed any and all keysets though :/ Slight concern there

    The boys at Mechs & Co are 110% professional and passionate about everything they do.

    GB will be LIVE this SUNDAY 7/2/21 for 4 Weeks


    Mechs & Co is a newer vendor but Patrick, Mike, Chris, and the rest of the team are nothing but professionals.
    Title: Re: [IC] Emeralds 70g PME Tactile Switch - RiftKeys
    Post by: iinko_mk on Mon, 01 February 2021, 13:26:00
    Quote from: Pluto19 on Sun, 17 January 2021, 02:41:09
    Quote from: RIFT on Sun, 17 January 2021, 02:15:49
    Was not meant to add dates. Still TBC
    Ah gotcha.
    Also no clue who Mechs & Co is other than that board Yoni was supposed to run with them until he chose to not work with them anymore.
    I guess they've done a deskmat group buy so that's at least something. Seems to have just absorbed any and all keysets though :/ Slight concern there

    Mike, Chris and Patrick are some of the most professional people out there. There are currently running GMK Civ and Kam 80s after dark. Two very successful sets so far
    Title: Re: [IC] Emeralds - 70g PME Tactile Switch - GB DATE ANNOUNCED
    Post by: CustomerSupport on Mon, 01 February 2021, 15:57:04
    (Planned) Shipping in April? Fantastic.

    Looking forward to grabbing a few packs.
    Title: Re: [IC] Emeralds - 70g PME Tactile Switch - GB DATE ANNOUNCED
    Post by: RIFT on Tue, 02 February 2021, 16:18:35
    Quote from: CustomerSupport on Mon, 01 February 2021, 15:57:04
    (Planned) Shipping in April? Fantastic.

    Looking forward to grabbing a few packs.

    Hoping for April shipping but cant 100% guarantee anything as that's the nature of business. Will do my best to get them out in April.

    Title: Re: [IC] Emeralds - 70g PME Tactile Switch - GB DATE & VENDORS ANNOUNCED
    Post by: RIFT on Tue, 02 February 2021, 16:19:09
    GB Live this Sunday 7/2/21
    Title: Re: [IC] Emeralds - 70g PME Tactile Switch
    Post by: hyppialonso on Thu, 04 February 2021, 22:59:27
    interested in this and is waiting for a sound test or review
    Title: Re: [IC] Emeralds - 70g PME Tactile Switch
    Post by: Groom on Fri, 05 February 2021, 11:46:48
    nice color , but 70g maybe tired for me
    Title: Re: [IC] Emeralds - 70g PME Tactile Switch
    Post by: Friendship on Fri, 05 February 2021, 12:29:59
    interested! 70g is strong but could be great for numpad/macropads. is there a sound test?
    Title: Re: [IC] Emeralds - 70g PME Tactile Switch
    Post by: Aeterna on Sat, 06 February 2021, 07:55:47
    Any vendor for SEA? Really interested on this switch, hoping for a 67g spring but 70g will do.
    Title: Re: [IC] Emeralds - 70g PME Tactile Switch
    Post by: hyppialonso on Sat, 06 February 2021, 10:19:39
    it will be going live soon but other regions' vendors are still not up, does it mean there is no?
    Title: Re: [IC] Emeralds - 70g PME Tactile Switch
    Post by: RIFT on Sat, 06 February 2021, 16:43:44
    Quote from: Aeterna on Sat, 06 February 2021, 07:55:47
    Any vendor for SEA? Really interested on this switch, hoping for a 67g spring but 70g will do.


    Vendors will be announced today for all regions.

    Quote from: Friendship on Fri, 05 February 2021, 12:29:59
    interested! 70g is strong but could be great for numpad/macropads. is there a sound test?

    Currently no soundtest for the switches but we are trying to get a detailed video on the switches done today

    Quote from: hyppialonso on Sat, 06 February 2021, 10:19:39
    it will be going live soon but other regions' vendors are still not up, does it mean there is no?

    There will be international vendors that will be announced today
    Title: Re: [IC] Emeralds - 70g PME Tactile Switch [SOUND TEST LIVE]
    Post by: RIFT on Sat, 06 February 2021, 19:01:00
    Sound test in original post.

    Switches go live today
    Title: Re: [IC] Emeralds - 70g PME Tactile Switch [SOUND TEST LIVE]
    Post by: Ustinj on Sat, 06 February 2021, 19:03:17
    Dude.. i was waiting for the actual typing test after the switch pressing test...
    Title: Re: [IC] Emeralds - 70g PME Tactile Switch [SOUND TEST LIVE]
    Post by: RIFT on Sat, 06 February 2021, 19:04:56
    Quote from: Ustinj on Sat, 06 February 2021, 19:03:17
    Dude.. i was waiting for the actual typing test after the switch pressing test...

    Sadly i am waiting on a new soldering iron to arrive and currently do not have a Hotswap board.

    Sorry to dissapoint. I will get a board soldered with these switches on it ASAP though so keep an eye out.
    Title: Re: [IC] Emeralds - 70g PME Tactile Switch [GB LIVE NOW]
    Post by: Aeterna on Sun, 07 February 2021, 06:41:43
    Already out of stock on thicthock ☹️
    Title: Re: [IC] Emeralds - 70g PME Tactile Switch [GB LIVE NOW]
    Post by: Willtato on Sun, 07 February 2021, 07:03:21
    Excited to see the force curves etc...
    Just curious, thoughts on a UK proxy?

    Sent from my HD1913 using Tapatalk

    Title: Re: [IC] Emeralds - 70g PME Tactile Switch [GB LIVE NOW]
    Post by: equinoxe7 on Sun, 07 February 2021, 08:21:33
    Quote from: Aeterna on Sun, 07 February 2021, 06:41:43
    Already out of stock on thicthock ☹️

    Already back in stock, get them asap.
    Title: Re: [IC] Emeralds - 70g PME Tactile Switch [GB LIVE NOW]
    Post by: iaman on Sun, 07 February 2021, 08:22:15
    Quote from: Aeterna on Sun, 07 February 2021, 06:41:43
    Already out of stock on thicthock ☹️
    I think you just checked early! Check again!

    Any idea when DeskHero’s listing will go up? Seems like there was a bit of a scramble getting proxies lined up for today.
    Title: Re: [IC] Emeralds - 70g PME Tactile Switch [GB LIVE NOW]
    Post by: sokamura on Sun, 07 February 2021, 13:32:32
    DeskHero is up but also seems to have a markup? They're listed at $0.60 each instead of $0.55

    (https://i.gyazo.com/a13010f8e88605d51c86bcac82bddb26.png)
    Title: Re: [IC] Emeralds - 70g PME Tactile Switch [GB LIVE NOW]
    Post by: RIFT on Sun, 07 February 2021, 19:22:39
    Quote from: sokamura on Sun, 07 February 2021, 13:32:32
    DeskHero is up but also seems to have a markup? They're listed at $0.60 each instead of $0.55

    Show Image
    (https://i.gyazo.com/a13010f8e88605d51c86bcac82bddb26.png)


    This may be due to conversion rates from CAD - USD.

    Will confirm though and get back to you
    Title: Re: [IC] Emeralds - 70g PME Tactile Switch [GB LIVE NOW]
    Post by: RIFT on Sun, 07 February 2021, 20:16:24
    Quote from: Willtato on Sun, 07 February 2021, 07:03:21
    Excited to see the force curves etc...
    Just curious, thoughts on a UK proxy?

    Sent from my HD1913 using Tapatalk

    Force curve graph is still on its way from manufacturer. Also the EU vendor is Candykeys
    Title: Re: [IC] Emeralds - 70g PME Tactile Switch [GB LIVE NOW]
    Post by: lush_bunny on Sun, 07 February 2021, 23:08:26
    Is that month long GB  for real? I like it!
    Title: Re: [IC] Emeralds - 70g PME Tactile Switch [GB LIVE NOW]
    Post by: RIFT on Sun, 07 February 2021, 23:57:24
    Quote from: lush_bunny on Sun, 07 February 2021, 23:08:26
    Is that month long GB  for real? I like it!

    Sure is  :thumb:
    Title: Re: GB CLOSED
    Post by: hiddensong on Mon, 08 February 2021, 11:36:44
    uhm....a month long GB but its over a day after it started? So obviously there was a limit set and it was severely underestimated the communities response. Thicc Thock "ran out" within day one, CandyKeys is 404, RiftKeys is 404 (even though they supposedly made the thing), and Deskhero is up but the amount is crossed out so it leaves the buyer extremely confused why they cannot choose what is listed as the sale amount...after one day. I guess I'll look to Kingfisher or other upcoming PME switches.
    Title: Re: GB CLOSED
    Post by: kbye on Mon, 08 February 2021, 12:53:13
    So what happened here...?
    Title: Re: GB CLOSED
    Post by: Ram on Mon, 08 February 2021, 13:17:20
    Quote from: hiddensong on Mon, 08 February 2021, 11:36:44
    uhm....a month long GB but its over a day after it started? So obviously there was a limit set and it was severely underestimated the communities response. Thicc Thock "ran out" within day one, CandyKeys is 404, RiftKeys is 404 (even though they supposedly made the thing), and Deskhero is up but the amount is crossed out so it leaves the buyer extremely confused why they cannot choose what is listed as the sale amount...after one day. I guess I'll look to Kingfisher or other upcoming PME switches.
    It didn't close for stock related issues, if you check his server and twitter, there were official statements made as to why it was closed.