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Title: [IC] Quantum60 - 60%XT Plateless Gummy O-Ring mount - 50 Units In-stock
Post by: ABunchOfNumbers on Sun, 23 April 2023, 06:06:08
    Quantum60 - 60%Xt Plateless Gummy O-Ring Mount



    50 Units will be In-stock on www.abunchofnumbers.com on Saturday 19th at 5pm GMT Please make sure to read through everything here and in the discord server for all the information.



    Production Units:

    (https://i.imgur.com/P0pHMhe.jpeg)(https://i.imgur.com/ipMow5I.jpeg)
    (https://i.imgur.com/rsXOmd1.jpeg)(https://i.imgur.com/OMVpoxq.jpeg)

    (https://i.imgur.com/wbUL7V5.png)(https://i.imgur.com/WtnpXkj.png)

    https://i.imgur.com/bF2aeTf.mp4 (https://i.imgur.com/bF2aeTf.mp4)                                                                                   https://i.imgur.com/VWurkKF.mp4 (https://i.imgur.com/VWurkKF.mp4)



    Board Details:

    Mounting - Plateless Gummy O-ring Mount + Top Mount
    Layout - 60% XT with WKL and WK
    Colours - Sand and Red
    Typing Angle - 6.5° typing angle
    Materials - Aluminium 6063, Stainless Steel, Polycarbonate
    Weight - ≈ 2.2Kg / 4.85 lbs Built
    Front Height - ≈19mm adjusted for front lip (≈24mm EKH)
    Unit Count - 100 total Units, 50 via Reservation System (Completed), 50 In-Stock Units
    Unit Number - Every board is numbered between 001-100, these will be randomly assigned
    Pricing - A-Stock $510 USD, B-Stock $485 USD, this does not include a PCB
    With PCB - A-Stock - $550 USD, B-Stock $525 USD

    Included with the Quantum60:

    Aluminium Plate
    50a O-ring
    Gaskets
    Bumpons
    Microfibre Cloth
    Carrying Case
    Extra Hardware + Spares (Screws)


    Please note: The kit does not include a PCB, please add a PCB from the extra parts for a valid order.

    Extra Parts:

    Plates - Polypropylene, Carbon Fibre, POM
    PCBs - Hotswap and Solder (every PCB includes a daughterboard + JST)
    O-Rings - 30a (Clear), 50a (White), 70a (Black)
    Additional Extras - Carrying Case, microfibre Cloth, gaskets, bumpons

    Sale Details:

    Vendor - www.abunchofnumbers.com
    Availability - 50 Units In-Stock, 50 reservation orders already shipped out
    Configurations - Mix of Sand, Red, WKL and WK
    Time - Saturday 19th October at 5pm GMT
    Shipping - Orders will be shipped out the following week with DHL International Express from the UK

    Please join the discord and read through the updates channel for more information

    https://discord.gg/cTWGzQ3VJM



    Manufacturing Issue:

    The fit between the top case and the stainless steel middle is slightly too tight due to a manufacturing fault. The two case parts do fit together but makes assembly and disassembly quite difficult. To fix this issue, it was decided that the edges of the screw points on the underside of the top case be filed back slightly to improve the fit. These points are not visible when the keyboard is built or unbuilt and only visible when the top case is completely removed. This issue is detailed in the images below, the build guide, Clackbait's VOD and Alexotos most recent Quantum60 stream.

    https://i.imgur.com/TMeX7bz.mp4

    (https://i.imgur.com/cI5EZhZ.jpeg)(https://i.imgur.com/MPExY9I.jpeg)

    Almost every unit has filing to some extent, with some screw points requiring more filing than others.



    PCB Layouts:

    (https://i.imgur.com/xn8SncO.png)
    (https://i.imgur.com/rA0wfVL.png)
    Solder and Hotswap Layouts
    Thanks to SmollKeebs for designing the PCB.

    Via definitions:

    https://drive.google.com/drive/folders/1rUOLSiDGdFPeL_j300E81go3-TWqBHFL?usp=sharing



    Build Guide:




    Media:

    Alexotos' Production Unit Stream:

    https://www.twitch.tv/videos/2258070475

    Alexotos' Hyperlapse:


    Clackbait's Production Unit VOD:


    Tofu Types Overview:


    Clackbait Sound Test:


    Nixies Sound Test:


    Sarokeys BCP Sound Test


    Quick Sound Test:



    Photos:

    (https://i.imgur.com/OZ8vrAq.jpg)(https://i.imgur.com/4SpyL4U.jpg)
    (https://i.imgur.com/rjHXhZS.jpg)(https://i.imgur.com/LMyvEYS.jpg)
    Credit: Alexotos



    Mounting System:
    (https://i.imgur.com/dEATG7g.png)



    Prototypes:

    Expand for prototype photos

    More
    (https://i.imgur.com/xJWUgYf.jpg)(https://i.imgur.com/mJfvabJ.jpg)(https://i.imgur.com/TDUYkYZ.jpg)
    (https://i.imgur.com/M5espz3.jpg)(https://i.imgur.com/psaOWRm.jpg)



    (https://i.imgur.com/5XuoUFT.jpg)(https://i.imgur.com/tsGTlX2.jpg)(https://i.imgur.com/b95SrVS.jpg)
    (https://i.imgur.com/W5x1SFh.jpg)



    (https://i.imgur.com/6vfUyNp.jpg)(https://i.imgur.com/BW9yuz6.jpg)(https://i.imgur.com/6pDJVAm.jpg)
    (https://i.imgur.com/wtBtNnc.jpg)


    FAQ:

    Are the O-Rings standard?
    No, the O-Rings are custom sized. Additional hardnesses and extras will be available.




    Links:
    Discord: https://discord.gg/cTWGzQ3VJM
    Website: www.abunchofnumbers.com
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    Title: Re: [IC] Quantum60 - 60%XT Plateless Gummy O-Ring mount
    Post by: twitchytheinsideman on Sun, 23 April 2023, 10:07:39
    Finally plateless xt after Jubi

    However, not a fan that you can see the two different colors from all sides. If Top and Bottom have different colors, I would rather only see bottom color from behind only and from side. Looks kinda weird to me otherwise.

    Sand is a grey?

    Bottom always silver and Top is the mentioned colors?

    Color samples, bottom and top pic are the same colors?

    Hope price can be reduced with GB.
    Title: Re: [IC] Quantum60 - 60%XT Plateless Gummy O-Ring mount
    Post by: ABunchOfNumbers on Sun, 23 April 2023, 10:42:28
    The top and bottom aluminium cases are the same colour, I think the silver piece you are referring to is the stainless steel weight along the edge and the polycarbonate piece. I am right in thinking that?

    Sand is a tan colour.

    Yes both colour samples are the same colours, just in different lighting conditions and a different order.
    Title: Re: [IC] Quantum60 - 60%XT Plateless Gummy O-Ring mount
    Post by: catamscott on Sun, 23 April 2023, 15:02:18
    hell yeah, this is very cool. that's a smart design to allow for traditional o-ring mount, always cool to see new approaches to mounting
    Title: Re: [IC] Quantum60 - 60%XT Plateless Gummy O-Ring mount
    Post by: botatoboy on Sun, 23 April 2023, 15:17:45
    any chance of exploded view  ;D
    Title: Re: [IC] Quantum60 - 60%XT Plateless Gummy O-Ring mount
    Post by: Harke on Wed, 26 April 2023, 04:06:21
    Very interesting take on o ring mount, Good luck with IC
    Title: Re: [IC] Quantum60 - 60%XT Plateless Gummy O-Ring mount
    Post by: jdenyc on Thu, 27 April 2023, 11:32:16
    corner blockers (hhkb style) would be a nice option to have for layout - (i find my hands naturally gravitate towards that)
    love the XT column on a 60
    Title: Re: [IC] Quantum60 - 60%XT Plateless Gummy O-Ring mount
    Post by: Zenihalt on Sat, 29 April 2023, 18:55:33
    Gummy O-Ring plateless sounds really interesting! GLWIC!
    Title: Re: [IC] Quantum60 - 60%XT Plateless Gummy O-Ring mount
    Post by: Beaniekeys on Sun, 30 April 2023, 01:42:42
    Very interesting! Plateless O-ring seems fun, curious how that feels. Love the look and the small lip at the front of the board!
    Title: Re: [IC] Quantum60 - 60%XT Plateless Gummy O-Ring mount
    Post by: ABunchOfNumbers on Mon, 17 July 2023, 23:06:34
    Alexotos' build stream:
    https://www.twitch.tv/videos/1874672632
    Title: Re: [IC] Quantum60 - 60%XT Plateless Gummy O-Ring mount
    Post by: williamchiawq on Mon, 24 July 2023, 21:33:04
    Its seems like the discord link doesn't work.
    Title: Re: [IC] Quantum60 - 60%XT Plateless Gummy O-Ring mount
    Post by: ABunchOfNumbers on Tue, 25 July 2023, 05:21:57
    Should be fixed now.
    Title: Re: [IC] Quantum60 - 60%XT Plateless Gummy O-Ring mount
    Post by: garynguyen on Tue, 25 July 2023, 06:42:22
    Just watched the video from alexotos. I really like the sound. And the O-ring is really amazing.
    Title: Re: [IC] Quantum60 - 60%XT Plateless Gummy O-Ring mount
    Post by: lush_bunny on Tue, 25 July 2023, 08:50:26
    I always thought Gummy O-Ring and Plateless, two of my favorite things, were mutually exclusive.

    You, sir, are a mad genius. I don't have 500 bucks but GLWIC, this really looks and sounds like a premium board that deserves that price.
    Title: Re: [IC] Quantum60 - 60%XT Plateless Gummy O-Ring mount - 100 In-Stock Units
    Post by: ABunchOfNumbers on Thu, 17 August 2023, 10:13:26
    - Update 17/08/23 - Replaced GB with In-Stock Sale of 100 Units
    Title: Re: [IC] Quantum60 - 60%XT Plateless Gummy O-Ring mount - 100 In-Stock Units
    Post by: save_me on Sat, 20 April 2024, 14:54:52
    instant buy
    Title: Re: [IC] Quantum60 - 60%XT Plateless Gummy O-Ring mount - 100 In-Stock Units
    Post by: stomaha on Sun, 21 April 2024, 06:09:35
    Any word on when the in stock sale is?
    Title: Re: [IC] Quantum60 - 60%XT Plateless Gummy O-Ring mount - Reservations Started
    Post by: ABunchOfNumbers on Sun, 21 April 2024, 09:19:14
    Sorry, have not updated the page in a while. I have updated it with all the new information, there are more frequent updates in the discord server.
    Title: Re: [IC] Quantum60 - 60%XT Plateless Gummy O-Ring mount - Reservations Started
    Post by: spingo on Sun, 21 April 2024, 10:41:19
    I need to get on this macro row band wagon. It's really growing on me.
    Title: Re: [IC] Quantum60 - 60%XT Plateless Gummy O-Ring mount - 50 Units In-stock
    Post by: ABunchOfNumbers on Mon, 14 October 2024, 16:42:07
    Updated the thread so it is now up to date with all information
    Title: Re: [IC] Quantum60 - 60%XT Plateless Gummy O-Ring mount - 50 Units In-stock
    Post by: RACCOON93 on Fri, 01 November 2024, 09:51:30
    Hi, what is the pcb thickness 1.6mm? and we can use the screw in stab or clip in? can't find the detail.
    Title: Re: [IC] Quantum60 - 60%XT Plateless Gummy O-Ring mount - 50 Units In-stock
    Post by: warhopper on Fri, 01 November 2024, 09:57:27
    It's 1.6mm, just built mine last week. I used Clip-in stabs with mine as well, not sure if screw in stabs would work.
    Title: Re: [IC] Quantum60 - 60%XT Plateless Gummy O-Ring mount - 50 Units In-stock
    Post by: RACCOON93 on Fri, 01 November 2024, 12:09:12
    It's 1.6mm, just built mine last week. I used Clip-in stabs with mine as well, not sure if screw in stabs would work.

    Thanks! This helps a lot  ;D