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Title: [IC] $10 Topre Keychain
Post by: kmiller8 on Sat, 22 December 2012, 11:00:52
CLiB and I were discussing in IRC how easy it would be to destroy a $300 Realforce board to make a bunch of Topre keychains for everyone to enjoy! So I've decided to do something about it!

This IC will obviously be packed with people, so I'm not sure if I just want to use this as more of a development thread to figure out the best way to attach a keychain to a topre switch. I already have some ideas but I really need to see a switch in-hand in order to make some final designs.

I'm shooting for a price of $10, ($3 topre switch/key + $7 keychain things + R&D), However the price will probably be lower to $7-$5 for the final product (Overestimate and come in under budget!)

If someone has a Topre switch they can lend me, so I can get exactly what I need from it, that'd be greaaat.

More Ramblings:

I've seen the MrInterface bag, and the way he gave out sample topre switches, is by pulling out the shafts, cutting the rubber, and moving the springs, and hold it all together with a piece of plexiglass on the bottom, this would be something easy to do, I'm just not 100% on how he did the plexi on bottom, glue, screws, or some mrinterface witchcraft!

http://elitekeyboards.com/products.php?sub=topre_keyboards,rf104 <- that's the cheapest price/switch I can see, if you know of a cheaper source of topres, hit me up!

Ok, so that's about all I got.
Title: Re: [IC] $10 Topre Keychain
Post by: jwaz on Sat, 22 December 2012, 12:17:14
In for one, I think the clear plexiglass would be awesome.

cheapest you would most likely be able to get one is on ebay but that might take some patience.
Title: Re: [IC] $10 Topre Keychain
Post by: MissMurd3r84 on Sat, 22 December 2012, 12:22:42
In for one, I think :p
Title: Re: [IC] $10 Topre Keychain
Post by: asdf on Sat, 22 December 2012, 12:26:24
check to see if this guy is still selling.
Topre 87u for $200 http://geekhack.org/index.php?topic=37820.msg724271
Title: Re: [IC] $10 Topre Keychain
Post by: kmiller8 on Sat, 22 December 2012, 12:30:34
Quote from: asdf on Sat, 22 December 2012, 12:26:24
check to see if this guy is still selling.
Topre 87u for $200 http://geekhack.org/index.php?topic=37820.msg724271

He's in Canada, and I'd prefer to use new board pricing just so that it could keep consistent pricing.
Title: Re: [IC] $10 Topre Keychain
Post by: Shadovved on Sat, 22 December 2012, 12:31:36
See whether you can grab the old boards from everywhere :D
Title: Re: [IC] $10 Topre Keychain
Post by: jwaz on Sat, 22 December 2012, 12:35:56
You'd prefer to spend more?
Title: Re: [IC] $10 Topre Keychain
Post by: kmiller8 on Sat, 22 December 2012, 12:44:32
Quote from: JesuswasaZombie on Sat, 22 December 2012, 12:35:56
You'd prefer to spend more?

Personally, yes I'd prefer to spend more to get a brand new board to harvest from instead of used, but thats what this IC is for I guess, If everyone agrees to save $.35/chain (sans shipping the board to me) I see no reason to get a new board.

New 104u: 275/104 = $2.64

Used 87u: 200/87 = $2.30
Title: Re: [IC] $10 Topre Keychain
Post by: jwaz on Sat, 22 December 2012, 12:58:46
A used fullsize would be ideal, as long as they come out looking clean, what about caps for them?
Title: Re: [IC] $10 Topre Keychain
Post by: boost on Sat, 22 December 2012, 13:01:46
I'm in for 2.


I got a ton of precut Plexiglas for a project that I was working on that is the right size. I'll post pics of it when I get home
Title: Re: [IC] $10 Topre Keychain
Post by: kmiller8 on Sat, 22 December 2012, 13:17:25
Quote from: JesuswasaZombie on Sat, 22 December 2012, 12:58:46
A used fullsize would be ideal, as long as they come out looking clean, what about caps for them?

I figured the easiest thing would be to sell each individual key on the 104 board, so you'd get the exact switch and cap from the board, (since iirc, the 104u has 35g, 45g, and 55g switches)
Title: Re: [IC] $10 Topre Keychain
Post by: kmiller8 on Sat, 22 December 2012, 13:19:14
Quote from: boost on Sat, 22 December 2012, 13:01:46
I got a ton of precut Plexiglas for a project that I was working on that is the right size. I'll post pics of it when I get home

I'm pretty sure I have access to a plexiglass laser cutter, which would cut costs dramatically, being able to do it myself instead of having to get it shipped around the country. That's why I put the IC price so high, $10 would definitely be a worst-case scenario, and I wouldn't be surprised to see it be $4 + shipping
Title: [IC] $10 Topre Keychain
Post by: elton5354 on Sat, 22 December 2012, 13:19:32
That's some huge profit.
Title: Re: [IC] $10 Topre Keychain
Post by: kmiller8 on Sat, 22 December 2012, 13:28:40
Quote from: elton5354 on Sat, 22 December 2012, 13:19:32
That's some huge profit.

As mentioned, the $10 is a worst-case scenario, I'm not doing this for a profit and plan on being 100% transparent with what every cent is going towards. The whole $4+shipping, that is what YOU will pay, because that is what I am paying.
Title: [IC] $10 Topre Keychain
Post by: Batmann on Sat, 22 December 2012, 13:52:38
Good idea guys,
In for one (2 if there is enough for everybody)
Destruction is always good, punk's not dead!
Title: Re: [IC] $10 Topre Keychain
Post by: Turbo Slaab on Sat, 22 December 2012, 13:53:14
I'd be down for a couple. If you did go for a realforce with different springs, I'd get a 45g and the 55g. Options are always nice!
Title: Re: [IC] $10 Topre Keychain
Post by: nar on Sat, 22 December 2012, 16:54:37
If you get a forwarding service for Japan you can get the 108UBK for about $190 US, though you'll need to add international shipping.
http://www.amazon.co.jp/dp/B00133BGF6/ref=sr_1_1?ie=UTF8&qid=1356216606&sr=8-1
Title: Re: [IC] $10 Topre Keychain
Post by: The_Beast on Sat, 22 December 2012, 17:04:38
I'd be down to buy 45g and 55g weighted topres
Title: [IC] $10 Topre Keychain
Post by: Halverson on Sat, 22 December 2012, 17:33:50
Definitely in for one of every topre weight! Not sure the best method for attaching them to a base though.
Title: Re: [IC] $10 Topre Keychain
Post by: Zwi on Sat, 22 December 2012, 20:02:54
I'm in for 2
Title: Re: [IC] $10 Topre Keychain
Post by: kmiller8 on Sat, 22 December 2012, 20:32:31
Quote from: Halverson on Sat, 22 December 2012, 17:33:50
Definitely in for one of every topre weight! Not sure the best method for attaching them to a base though.

Yeah, I need to get my hands on a topre board, to see how the switch mechanism works, and how easy it would be to take everything apart while keeping the switch mechanism functional.

Just need a board....
Title: Re: [IC] $10 Topre Keychain
Post by: Fallout2x on Sat, 22 December 2012, 22:32:46
I'd buy a 55g one.
Title: Re: [IC] $10 Topre Keychain
Post by: zhuangqdcn on Sun, 23 December 2012, 00:57:03
In for one.
Title: Re: [IC] $10 Topre Keychain
Post by: jeroplane on Sun, 23 December 2012, 00:59:20
Sounds dangerous for the wallet to be getting a sample of Topre! But nonetheless I'd be in for one :)
Title: Re: [IC] $10 Topre Keychain
Post by: dorkvader on Sun, 23 December 2012, 01:47:32
I'd be in for one or more ofcourse.

Incidentally, I've been wanting to do this for a while, but finding broken RF's proved to be too hard.
Title: Re: [IC] $10 Topre Keychain
Post by: TheQsanity on Sun, 23 December 2012, 04:16:48
Hehe. Defacing a keyboard to the next level...
Title: Re: [IC] $10 Topre Keychain
Post by: el2k on Sun, 23 December 2012, 11:25:58
I'd be in for 45 and 55g.
Title: Re: [IC] $10 Topre Keychain
Post by: WhiteFireDragon on Sun, 23 December 2012, 13:02:39
Awesome idea. I'd be in for one or two. Maybe get 2 boards with different spring force so we'll have more than one to choose from?
Title: Re: [IC] $10 Topre Keychain
Post by: kmiller8 on Sun, 23 December 2012, 14:32:27
Quote from: WhiteFireDragon on Sun, 23 December 2012, 13:02:39
Awesome idea. I'd be in for one or two. Maybe get 2 boards with different spring force so we'll have more than one to choose from?

It's hard to get uniform spring topre boards, so that's why I planned on just getting a 104u, which has something like, 30g or 35g,  40g or 45g, and one or two 55g keys (I can't find an official force chart). There will just have to be some sort of lottery style in order to see who gets what key :P
Title: Re: [IC] $10 Topre Keychain
Post by: Turbo Slaab on Sun, 23 December 2012, 15:00:43
Reaper has one of those realforce topre keychains. Maybe he can tell how it was made? I believe those are acrylic as well.
Title: Re: [IC] $10 Topre Keychain
Post by: kmiller8 on Sun, 23 December 2012, 15:11:00
Quote from: Turbo Slaab on Sun, 23 December 2012, 15:00:43
Reaper has one of those realforce topre keychains. Maybe he can tell how it was made? I believe those are acrylic as well.

I know how those are made. From the pictures, it seems like they just custom-molded the 'barrel' part to be translucent instead of the normal black color. If I could get access to a barrel, I could probably make some custom molds and mold them whatever color, but then I'd still have the problem of no source of the spring/rubberdome :s

I'm not sure what I'll do, I'll probably break down and just buy a 104u in the upcoming weeks, destroy it, and hope whatever I produce sells.
Title: Re: [IC] $10 Topre Keychain
Post by: BossBorot on Sun, 23 December 2012, 15:49:25
just sent you a pm.
Title: Re: [IC] $10 Topre Keychain
Post by: kmiller8 on Sun, 23 December 2012, 16:55:20
Quote from: BossBorot on Sun, 23 December 2012, 15:49:25
just sent you a pm.

This guy. Is a pretty cool guy.
Title: Re: [IC] $10 Topre Keychain
Post by: longweight on Sun, 23 December 2012, 18:14:13
In for one of each weight :) I would have something to put my clacks on that didn't sell!
Title: Re: [IC] $10 Topre Keychain
Post by: Sifo on Mon, 24 December 2012, 00:43:05
Would be in for one... I'd need a key cap.
Title: Re: [IC] $10 Topre Keychain
Post by: CPTBadAss on Mon, 24 December 2012, 00:49:40
I'd be in for 1 of each weight; the 45g and 55g. Great idea.
Title: Re: [IC] $10 Topre Keychain
Post by: danielucf on Mon, 24 December 2012, 06:36:44
I have always been interested in trying topre consider me interested in 45g and 55g
Title: Re: [IC] $10 Topre Keychain
Post by: kmiller8 on Mon, 24 December 2012, 07:35:51
Ok guize, here's whats going down, someone has offered me some spring of varying weight, as of right now it's mostly 45g, with a few 40g, 35g, and 30g. I'm thinking this would be OK for a first round, and try to get 55g springs for a later round. However I'm not sure how long it will take to build some usable chains, and if it ends up taking too long, we could easily just get 55g + some other weights added on.

This was just a lil' update, hopefully I'll have something functional by the end of this year, or super early next year. I'll be sure to keep you all updated!
Title: Re: [IC] $10 Topre Keychain
Post by: Shadovved on Mon, 24 December 2012, 07:39:48
IIIIIIIIIIIIIIN!  ;D
Title: Re: [IC] $10 Topre Keychain
Post by: Computer-Lab in Basement on Mon, 24 December 2012, 08:10:47
I'm automatically in for one, right? :)) :))
Title: Re: [IC] $10 Topre Keychain
Post by: CPTBadAss on Mon, 24 December 2012, 13:09:05
Quote from: kmiller8 on Mon, 24 December 2012, 07:35:51
Ok guize, here's whats going down, someone has offered me some spring of varying weight, as of right now it's mostly 45g, with a few 40g, 35g, and 30g. I'm thinking this would be OK for a first round, and try to get 55g springs for a later round. However I'm not sure how long it will take to build some usable chains, and if it ends up taking too long, we could easily just get 55g + some other weights added on.

This was just a lil' update, hopefully I'll have something functional by the end of this year, or super early next year. I'll be sure to keep you all updated!

Oooo, those weights are still great ^_^.  This is still an awesome idea and I'd still like to get two.
Title: Re: [IC] $10 Topre Keychain
Post by: Lu_e on Wed, 26 December 2012, 13:57:11
These are OEM springs or something from another company?
Title: Re: [IC] $10 Topre Keychain
Post by: kmiller8 on Wed, 26 December 2012, 14:14:16
Quote from: Lu_e on Wed, 26 December 2012, 13:57:11
These are OEM springs or something from another company?

These will be OEM springs/rubberdomes from a Topre Realforce board.
Title: Re: [IC] $10 Topre Keychain
Post by: HolidaySHRIMP on Fri, 28 December 2012, 09:51:21
Blasphemy!  ;D  (only because I paid too much for this RF keychain.  Thanks Dan!)

Maybe these will help out with some ideas.

(http://i.imgur.com/qNHFg.jpg)
(http://i.imgur.com/t1F4g.jpg)
(http://i.imgur.com/JlK8n.jpg)
Title: Re: [IC] $10 Topre Keychain
Post by: rowdy on Sat, 29 December 2012, 02:00:32
^ That's neat.
Title: Re: [IC] $10 Topre Keychain
Post by: kmiller8 on Sat, 29 December 2012, 02:16:49
Quote from: rowdy on Sat, 29 December 2012, 02:00:32
^ That's neat.

That's what we're striving to hit, however, current prototypes are looking to be more black than clear like what's shown in the pic.

Once I get some 'stems' in hand I'll be sure to get you guys some pics ASAP so we can decide on some final designs.
Title: Re: [IC] $10 Topre Keychain
Post by: The_Beast on Sat, 29 December 2012, 02:24:31
I should be able to laser cut the bases relatively cheap out of aluminum or stainless steel. My guy does do acrylic, but he doesn't like to since he has to raise the laser head so the focal point isn't what it should be so the cuts aren't that nice


If that's something you want to do, lemme know
Title: Re: [IC] $10 Topre Keychain
Post by: kmiller8 on Sat, 29 December 2012, 02:33:01
Quote from: The_Beast on Sat, 29 December 2012, 02:24:31
I should be able to laser cut the bases relatively cheap out of aluminum or stainless steel. My guy does do acrylic, but he doesn't like to since he has to raise the laser head so the focal point isn't what it should be so the cuts aren't that nice


If that's something you want to do, lemme know

Cooooool. What kind of thicknesses could one get with aluminum or stainless steel?

As for the acrylic, I know for sure I have access to an acrylic laser cutter, and it seems to produce some pretty quality cuts. (A friend did a project with cut acrylic, and it came out pretty spiffy)
Title: Re: [IC] $10 Topre Keychain
Post by: The_Beast on Sat, 29 December 2012, 02:43:26
Quote from: kmiller8 on Sat, 29 December 2012, 02:33:01
Quote from: The_Beast on Sat, 29 December 2012, 02:24:31
I should be able to laser cut the bases relatively cheap out of aluminum or stainless steel. My guy does do acrylic, but he doesn't like to since he has to raise the laser head so the focal point isn't what it should be so the cuts aren't that nice


If that's something you want to do, lemme know

Cooooool. What kind of thicknesses could one get with aluminum or stainless steel?

As for the acrylic, I know for sure I have access to an acrylic laser cutter, and it seems to produce some pretty quality cuts. (A friend did a project with cut acrylic, and it came out pretty spiffy)

1/16" to 1/2" on aluminum or stainless
Title: Re: [IC] $10 Topre Keychain
Post by: CPTBadAss on Sat, 29 December 2012, 11:49:45
Quote from: The_Beast on Sat, 29 December 2012, 02:24:31
I should be able to laser cut the bases relatively cheap out of aluminum or stainless steel. My guy does do acrylic, but he doesn't like to since he has to raise the laser head so the focal point isn't what it should be so the cuts aren't that nice


If that's something you want to do, lemme know

Not to derail the the thread but I'm so jelly you have access to all these fun toys. Laser cutter?? Good stuff.
Title: Re: [IC] $10 Topre Keychain
Post by: dorkvader on Sat, 29 December 2012, 13:19:44
Quote from: Turbo Slaab on Sun, 23 December 2012, 15:00:43
Reaper has one of those realforce topre keychains. Maybe he can tell how it was made? I believe those are acrylic as well.
From what I've seen, they have a special (clear) switch housing. Probably a better idea is to copy the mrinterface ones from the DT switch try bag which are, I believe, just topre switches screwed to a small piece of acrylic. (2 screws if memory serves.)
Title: Re: [IC] $10 Topre Keychain
Post by: TheQsanity on Sat, 29 December 2012, 20:55:38
ooh clear bottom and spring view... sexi!
Title: Re: [IC] $10 Topre Keychain
Post by: nullstring on Sat, 29 December 2012, 21:00:05
in for one or three
Title: Re: [IC] $10 Topre Keychain
Post by: daerid on Sun, 30 December 2012, 01:42:36
Count me in for at least one, for sure
Title: Re: [IC] $10 Topre Keychain
Post by: cgbuen on Sun, 30 December 2012, 02:10:59
Interested in one as well!
Title: Re: [IC] $10 Topre Keychain
Post by: TheGrey on Sun, 30 December 2012, 18:26:50
..i'm in!
Title: Re: [IC] $10 Topre Keychain
Post by: longweight on Sun, 30 December 2012, 18:28:59
Quote from: kmiller8 on Wed, 26 December 2012, 14:14:16
Quote from: Lu_e on Wed, 26 December 2012, 13:57:11
These are OEM springs or something from another company?

These will be OEM springs/rubberdomes from a Topre Realforce board.


It's the rubber dome not the spring that decides the weight of the switch.
Title: Re: [IC] $10 Topre Keychain
Post by: kmiller8 on Sun, 30 December 2012, 18:35:57
Quote from: longweight on Sun, 30 December 2012, 18:28:59
It's the rubber dome not the spring that decides the weight of the switch.

yes
Title: Re: [IC] $10 Topre Keychain
Post by: tsangan on Sun, 30 December 2012, 18:41:09
I'll be in for 1-3

These will be keychains right? I'm still using my official one with my keys but in case it breaks i want backups ;o
Title: Re: [IC] $10 Topre Keychain
Post by: kmiller8 on Sun, 30 December 2012, 18:58:05
Quote from: tsangan on Sun, 30 December 2012, 18:41:09
I'll be in for 1-3

These will be keychains right? I'm still using my official one with my keys but in case it breaks i want backups ;o

yes. these will be keychain-ish :)

I should be getting in some prototyping stuffs next week, I'll try to put up some designs ASAP!
Title: Re: [IC] $10 Topre Keychain
Post by: dorkvader on Mon, 31 December 2012, 00:28:45
oh, incase it wasn't clear from my previous post, I'm interested in one at least.

I was considering doing this myself, but then I got lazy. Thanks for having the wherewithal to finish such an endevour.

Edit: Oh look, page #2
Title: Re: [IC] $10 Topre Keychain
Post by: kmiller8 on Mon, 31 December 2012, 19:40:10
(http://i.imgur.com/n9uSt.jpg)

Good news everyone.

I have gotten in three topre switches+ stems/housings and I'll try to see if I have any spare plexiglass I can manually work into some designs tomorrow, but we'll have to wait until Wednesday when more stores are open to get into the real fun part :)
Title: [IC] $10 Topre Keychain
Post by: HolidaySHRIMP on Tue, 01 January 2013, 00:24:52
If you guys need any close ups of measurements of my rf keychain let me know.
Title: Re: [IC] $10 Topre Keychain
Post by: kmiller8 on Tue, 01 January 2013, 00:33:22
Quote from: HolidaySHRIMP on Tue, 01 January 2013, 00:24:52
If you guys need any close ups of measurements of my rf keychain let me know.

Thanks for the offer, but the way the housing is, it's as simple as cutting a piece of plexi to the right shape/size and screwing it in, but I'm looking into some ways to make each switch unique :x

like I said, I'll keep everyone updated with what crazy and magical ideas I come up with :))
Title: Re: [IC] $10 Topre Keychain
Post by: noir on Wed, 02 January 2013, 12:15:37
definitely interested!
Title: Re: [IC] $10 Topre Keychain
Post by: kmiller8 on Wed, 02 January 2013, 17:06:36
This little topre housing looks scared
https://www.dropbox.com/s/i9zhkmglqpb8i4s/2013-01-02%2017.04.01.jpg

I plan on live streamin sometime later, so we can all find out just how hard casting resin is :P

STREAM LINK: ~~~~DONE~~~~
Title: Re: [IC] $10 Topre Keychain
Post by: esoomenona on Wed, 02 January 2013, 17:07:18
Shoot, gotta get home!
Title: Re: [IC] $10 Topre Keychain
Post by: kmiller8 on Wed, 02 January 2013, 18:47:02
derp de derps, stream time, lets try not to break anything o.o

EDIT: Done for now, I'll put out  a pic of what monstrousity I created in ~24h when it's done curing :P
Title: Re: [IC] $10 Topre Keychain
Post by: kmiller8 on Thu, 03 January 2013, 17:23:17
Well.... the results are in!

Oatmeal Jizz turns out to be a bad molding material :)

(http://i.imgur.com/ZfH9s.jpg)

(http://i.imgur.com/QnxfM.jpg)

I've ordered some silicone rubber, once that gets in, we'll try again to make a better mold!

However, this resin worked amazingly in degassing itself o.o there are no bubbles throughout the resin, just along the oatmeal outer surface. And as expected, the mold shrunk, the topre housing measures in at .55 inches, our ****ty molded resin cast came out to be .59 inches. I'm hoping the silicone will yield better results... until then, I'll get off my lazy butt and try to get some acrylic fitted to the bottom of this thing... maybe.
Title: Re: [IC] $10 Topre Keychain
Post by: chongyixiong on Sun, 06 January 2013, 20:08:05
Definitely interested in two, or more.
Title: Re: [IC] $10 Topre Keychain
Post by: kmiller8 on Tue, 08 January 2013, 15:00:23
Silicone rubber is in, not sure if I'll stream it, since I'll be doing it oustide, and that will require me to drag all my stuff to the garage, where there isn't wifi, and yadda yadda yadda.

The rubber should take 24h, so this is what's going to happen. I'm going to get home today, 1h, i'm going to not do anything for a few hours, 3h, I'm going to cast the first rubber mold, 24h to cure, cast the second rubber mold, 24h to cure, then try to cast the final part in resin, 24h. So hopefully.... I'll have the first decent custom topre housing casted by friday evening :D:D

Also, the semester starts next wednesday, so I'll try to check what kind of access I can get to that plexiglass cutter, and try to get something cut to attack to my mold.
Title: Re: [IC] $10 Topre Keychain
Post by: damorgue on Tue, 08 January 2013, 15:08:19
I felt that the ones included in the switch try bags were a bit off. Ensuring that they are made in a way that properly replicates the original switches in mounting distances and feel is probably a good idea.
Title: Re: [IC] $10 Topre Keychain
Post by: kmiller8 on Tue, 08 January 2013, 15:32:41
Quote from: damorgue on Tue, 08 January 2013, 15:08:19
I felt that the ones included in the switch try bags were a bit off. Ensuring that they are made in a way that properly replicates the original switches in mounting distances and feel is probably a good idea.

Hmm... I've never tested a realforce board before so I won't be able to tell if they feel off :/

Honestly, they'll probably feel the same as the switch try bag unless I end up doing something radically different?
Title: Re: [IC] $10 Topre Keychain
Post by: aesthetics1 on Tue, 08 January 2013, 17:52:13
In!
Title: Re: [IC] $10 Topre Keychain
Post by: rowdy on Tue, 08 January 2013, 22:44:27
http://geekhack.org/index.php?topic=39001.0

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Title: Re: [IC] $10 Topre Keychain
Post by: kmiller8 on Tue, 08 January 2013, 22:48:10
Quote from: rowdy on Tue, 08 January 2013, 22:44:27
http://geekhack.org/index.php?topic=39001.0

 :eek: :eek: :eek:

You get the dyesub realforce cap, totally worth it!!!

E: Oh also, Part 1/3 of our casting round two http://imgur.com/a/X6gXj !!!
Title: Re: [IC] $10 Topre Keychain
Post by: rowdy on Tue, 08 January 2013, 23:05:17
If yours turn out even half as good as these, they will be totally worth it :)
Title: Re: [IC] $10 Topre Keychain
Post by: FabsSpeed on Wed, 09 January 2013, 00:11:03
In for 2
Title: Re: [IC] $10 Topre Keychain
Post by: missalaire on Wed, 09 January 2013, 00:20:31
I'd probably be interested in one or two. I've always been curious to know what the Realforce switches are like.
Title: Re: [IC] $10 Topre Keychain
Post by: kmiller8 on Wed, 09 January 2013, 17:32:02
Day 2. http://imgur.com/a/KnOOp

The mold was a bit bubbly on the top, but where it mattered it seemed to be bubble free

Second part of mold is curing, tomorrow, we cast our first part!

E: as shown, I used ~100g for the entire mold, which is pretty cool I guess.
Title: Re: [IC] $10 Topre Keychain
Post by: el2k on Wed, 09 January 2013, 20:31:28
THIS ONE GONNA BE BETTER YEAH
Title: [IC] $10 Topre Keychain
Post by: HolidaySHRIMP on Wed, 09 January 2013, 23:18:19
I hope these aren't better only because I paid full price for the RF one and don't even use the RF cap. Hehe
Title: Re: [IC] $10 Topre Keychain
Post by: danielucf on Fri, 11 January 2013, 06:53:24
My body is ready and willing for at least one of these. Eagerly awaiting the next set of pictures. Maybe when this concludes I'll finally get to see what topre feels like.
Title: Re: [IC] $10 Topre Keychain
Post by: kmiller8 on Fri, 11 January 2013, 07:33:49
Quote from: danielucf on Fri, 11 January 2013, 06:53:24
My body is ready and willing for at least one of these. Eagerly awaiting the next set of pictures. Maybe when this concludes I'll finally get to see what topre feels like.

Don't hold your breath for the next set of pics... lets just say there were... complications with the mold, and it's in pretty bad shape, I'll have to re-make it :)
Title: Re: [IC] $10 Topre Keychain
Post by: linkz on Sat, 12 January 2013, 08:47:55
Quote from: kmiller8 on Tue, 08 January 2013, 22:48:10
Quote from: rowdy on Tue, 08 January 2013, 22:44:27
http://geekhack.org/index.php?topic=39001.0

 :eek: :eek: :eek:

You get the dyesub realforce cap, totally worth it!!!

E: Oh also, Part 1/3 of our casting round two http://imgur.com/a/X6gXj !!!

I'm interested in getting one. Not that $60 realforce keychain though, lol.
Title: Re: [IC] $10 Topre Keychain
Post by: insomnesia on Mon, 14 January 2013, 22:35:34
i'm in for a lot  :)
Title: Re: [IC] $10 Topre Keychain
Post by: Preach on Thu, 17 January 2013, 02:49:05
Looking forward to see progress on this. Interested
Title: Re: [IC] $10 Topre Keychain
Post by: kmiller8 on Thu, 17 January 2013, 18:51:10
Quote from: Preach on Thu, 17 January 2013, 02:49:05
Looking forward to see progress on this. Interested

progress will be super slow on this one, I have too many other projects going on right now, and the school semester started, If i can get some free-time I'll try my darndest to get one prototype made this weekend :)
Title: Re: [IC] $10 Topre Keychain
Post by: kmiller8 on Fri, 18 January 2013, 10:25:42
THREAD'S OVER GUYS! MrInterface beat me to the punch!

Title: [IC] $10 Topre Keychain
Post by: Halverson on Fri, 18 January 2013, 11:31:25
Quote from: kmiller8 on Fri, 18 January 2013, 10:25:42
THREAD'S OVER GUYS! MrInterface beat me to the punch!


It's ok, you can still do it!!
Title: Re: [IC] $10 Topre Keychain
Post by: TheQsanity on Fri, 18 January 2013, 15:20:23
He's got eu, you can get na!
Title: Re: [IC] $10 Topre Keychain
Post by: danielucf on Fri, 18 January 2013, 23:09:10
Just because he posted a how-to doesn't mean it is over. I don't have access to a topre switch housing, rubber, and spring. You need to hook us up!
Title: [IC] $10 Topre Keychain
Post by: Halverson on Fri, 18 January 2013, 23:15:10
I have one of the switch testers coming to me, I'll see how well it would work as a keychain :D
Title: Re: [IC] $10 Topre Keychain
Post by: kmiller8 on Fri, 18 January 2013, 23:46:47
Quote from: Halverson on Fri, 18 January 2013, 23:15:10
I have one of the switch testers coming to me, I'll see how well it would work as a keychain :D

:o you got into the Round 3?
Title: [IC] $10 Topre Keychain
Post by: Halverson on Fri, 18 January 2013, 23:48:04
Quote from: kmiller8 on Fri, 18 January 2013, 23:46:47
Quote from: Halverson on Fri, 18 January 2013, 23:15:10
I have one of the switch testers coming to me, I'll see how well it would work as a keychain :D

:o you got into the Round 3?

Snagged last spot! Almost backed down after I saw the cost, but I must try all the switches! And perhaps model m/f keychain swag.
Title: Re: [IC] $10 Topre Keychain
Post by: rowdy on Sat, 19 January 2013, 18:38:09
He doesn't exactly explain where to get the Topres switches from, nor the clear plastic base, nor the rubber bit either.

Having a drill press would make it easier, but with a steady hand you could mount the housing in a vise and use a hand drill.

For anyone to attempt this we'd probably need to start by buying a Topre keyboard ...
Title: Re: [IC] $10 Topre Keychain
Post by: Shadovved on Sat, 19 January 2013, 19:53:43
Aw, have we not invented the way to get these keychains yet? ;D
Title: Re: [IC] $10 Topre Keychain
Post by: Halverson on Sat, 19 January 2013, 19:54:13
Quote from: Shadovved on Sat, 19 January 2013, 19:53:43
Aw, have we not invented the way to get these keychains yet? ;D

Buy me a topre board shad, I'll figure it out for you hehe....orrrr just have a shiny new topre :D
Title: Re: [IC] $10 Topre Keychain
Post by: Shadovved on Sat, 19 January 2013, 19:58:54
I should be grabbing a topre keychain, not confirmed whether its original or improvised, soon ;D
Title: Re: [IC] $10 Topre Keychain
Post by: Halverson on Sat, 19 January 2013, 20:00:33
Quote from: Shadovved on Sat, 19 January 2013, 19:58:54
I should be grabbing a topre keychain, not confirmed whether its original or improvised, soon ;D

The blue/red ones that are big $$$?
Title: Re: [IC] $10 Topre Keychain
Post by: The_Beast on Sat, 19 January 2013, 20:03:19
I still be willing to do the bases of them out of alum or SS to save someone on tons of drilling.
Title: Re: [IC] $10 Topre Keychain
Post by: Shadovved on Sat, 19 January 2013, 20:10:54
Quote from: Halverson on Sat, 19 January 2013, 20:00:33
Quote from: Shadovved on Sat, 19 January 2013, 19:58:54
I should be grabbing a topre keychain, not confirmed whether its original or improvised, soon ;D

The blue/red ones that are big $$$?

Not confirmed which one is it, but I need to check and grab one ;)
Title: Re: [IC] $10 Topre Keychain
Post by: SirClickAlot on Wed, 23 January 2013, 13:50:09
Quote from: rowdy on Sat, 19 January 2013, 18:38:09
He doesn't exactly explain where to get the Topres switches from, nor the clear plastic base, nor the rubber bit either.

Having a drill press would make it easier, but with a steady hand you could mount the housing in a vise and use a hand drill.

For anyone to attempt this we'd probably need to start by buying a Topre keyboard ...
I should visit more often :-)

Didn't know peeps over here were working on those Topre Testers as well.

I got the rubber bit, the topre switches and springs from a perfectly fine Topre Realforce 103UB 55grams.
This one got its head cut off  : http://www.mrinterface.com/keyboardsims/realforce103ub/index.html

If you want the CAD designs for the acrylic base plates , you are more than welcome to PM me and I'll send them. One thing I would like to add is a small extrusion with a hole in it so it could be  worked into a true keychain :-)

For those who can't wait to try a topre : I'll be sending my next iteration of the topre tester around soon. Check the try before you buy thread over on DT.

Regards.
Sirclickalot aka Mrinterface
Title: Re: [IC] $10 Topre Keychain
Post by: rowdy on Wed, 23 January 2013, 15:16:28
That's kinda what I suspected.  That poor Topre, sliced into little pieces :(
Title: Re: [IC] $10 Topre Keychain
Post by: kmiller8 on Wed, 23 January 2013, 17:00:50
Quote from: SirClickAlot on Wed, 23 January 2013, 13:50:09
I should visit more often :-)

Didn't know peeps over here were working on those Topre Testers as well.

I got the rubber bit, the topre switches and springs from a perfectly fine Topre Realforce 103UB 55grams.
This one got its head cut off  : http://www.mrinterface.com/keyboardsims/realforce103ub/index.html

If you want the CAD designs for the acrylic base plates , you are more than welcome to PM me and I'll send them. One thing I would like to add is a small extrusion with a hole in it so it could be  worked into a true keychain :-)

For those who can't wait to try a topre : I'll be sending my next iteration of the topre tester around soon. Check the try before you buy thread over on DT.

Regards.
Sirclickalot aka Mrinterface

:0 welcome MrInterface to my humble thread. As lightly mentioned above, I've found a source for switches, springs, and caps. I just need to get off my lazy bum and get the acrylic cut >.>

As for the CAD drawing, I have access to a laser cutter at school, and apparently it takes Illustrator files to cut (not sure if it's Cad compatible?), so I just need to get an Illustrator file made, and get some acrylic, and talk to the guy who I know has access and has used the cutter before. I also do plan on making the file such that there is a hole in the plate for a key chain to attach.

Also, you never replied to my email I sent through your site ;_;

Short update. I tried to get the acrylic cut this weekend, but he's going fishing, so he'll be out of town.... maybe next week... sometime... eventually...
Title: Re: [IC] $10 Topre Keychain
Post by: SirClickAlot on Thu, 24 January 2013, 03:09:08
Quote from: kmiller8 on Wed, 23 January 2013, 17:00:50

Also, you never replied to my email I sent through your site ;_;

Argh!!!!

I did not set up my catch-all email after I updated my site :(

So, that's the reason why I never answered : I have an enormous amount of email on my mrinterface mailbox. I'll sift through it and try to answers yours.
Thanx for pointing this out to me. Should have checked if it worked before I launched the new site.

Good luck with cutting those acrylic plates! At first I did those by hand ( with a dremel ) and they were only used for my first proto's. All in all I think I waisted about 10 switches before I got the design right....
Title: Re: [IC] $10 Topre Keychain
Post by: MattBuzzy on Thu, 24 January 2013, 07:41:24
I would be in for atleast one of these, possibly 1 of each spring force dependant on price and availability.
Title: Re: [IC] $10 Topre Keychain
Post by: kmiller8 on Thu, 24 January 2013, 07:49:14
Quote from: SirClickAlot on Thu, 24 January 2013, 03:09:08
Argh!!!!

I did not set up my catch-all email after I updated my site :(

So, that's the reason why I never answered : I have an enormous amount of email on my mrinterface mailbox. I'll sift through it and try to answers yours.
Thanx for pointing this out to me. Should have checked if it worked before I launched the new site.

Good luck with cutting those acrylic plates! At first I did those by hand ( with a dremel ) and they were only used for my first proto's. All in all I think I waisted about 10 switches before I got the design right....

:)) it's fine, as I found a reliable source of Topre parts in the US like... 6 hours after I sent that email, I wasn't super worried about waiting for your response.

At least hopefully now you'll have your emails forwarded so your email queue doesn't build up again.

I just hope I'm able to find enough time this semester to go get the acrylic cut... school is tedious work.
Title: Re: [IC] $10 Topre Keychain
Post by: netdevil on Sat, 09 February 2013, 08:23:15
Interested! Any updates?  ;D
Title: Re: [IC] $10 Topre Keychain
Post by: Turbo Slaab on Sat, 09 February 2013, 09:04:18
Can I haz keychain naow?
Title: Re: [IC] $10 Topre Keychain
Post by: kmiller8 on Sat, 09 February 2013, 19:57:07
no
Title: Re: [IC] $10 Topre Keychain
Post by: Halverson on Sat, 09 February 2013, 19:57:19
Quote from: kmiller8 on Sat, 09 February 2013, 19:57:07
no

YEsssss???
Title: Re: [IC] $10 Topre Keychain
Post by: rowdy on Sat, 09 February 2013, 22:46:13
I know ... Soon™
Title: Re: [IC] $10 Topre Keychain
Post by: kmiller8 on Sun, 10 February 2013, 13:23:04
Quote from: rowdy on Sat, 09 February 2013, 22:46:13
I know ... Soon™

no :mad:
Title: Re: [IC] $10 Topre Keychain
Post by: cobraj on Sun, 10 February 2013, 13:33:55
Too late to say I WANT ONE (PLEASE)?  :D
Title: Re: [IC] $10 Topre Keychain
Post by: kmiller8 on Sun, 10 February 2013, 14:06:55
no :)
Title: Re: [IC] $10 Topre Keychain
Post by: cobraj on Sun, 10 February 2013, 14:45:41
Quote from: kmiller8 on Sun, 10 February 2013, 14:06:55
no :)

Yay!
Title: Re: [IC] $10 Topre Keychain
Post by: KangarooZombies on Mon, 11 February 2013, 01:13:44
Would be in for one. I'll try and stay in the loop as far as the GB goes. Thanks for putting this together!
Title: Re: [IC] $10 Topre Keychain
Post by: ComradeSniper on Mon, 11 February 2013, 20:28:18
I would certainly be interested in one of these as well.
Title: Re: [IC] $10 Topre Keychain
Post by: LifeIsGooD2 on Tue, 12 February 2013, 08:39:42
Id really really like this to happen would def pay 10
Title: Re: [IC] $10 Topre Keychain
Post by: Permeability on Fri, 15 February 2013, 19:21:48
Interested   :)
Title: Re: [IC] $10 Topre Keychain
Post by: noisyturtle on Fri, 15 February 2013, 21:49:04
I would be down. Only thing keeping me from buying one is not being able to try it out first.
Title: Re: [IC] $10 Topre Keychain
Post by: Plater on Fri, 15 February 2013, 22:21:44
Count me in for 1 please
Title: Re: [IC] $10 Topre Keychain
Post by: Reomero on Sat, 16 February 2013, 03:37:01
I'd be keen for a Topre keychain :)
Title: Re: [IC] $10 Topre Keychain
Post by: L4yercake on Sat, 16 February 2013, 04:07:43
Would love one.
Title: Re: [IC] $10 Topre Keychain
Post by: Plater on Sun, 17 February 2013, 06:53:58
I would definitely be interested in getting some.
Title: Re: [IC] $10 Topre Keychain
Post by: lazerpointer on Sun, 17 February 2013, 11:45:33
I'll get one when available.
Title: Re: [IC] $10 Topre Keychain
Post by: ishumprod on Mon, 18 February 2013, 17:48:18
i'm in for two, one of max and one of minimal forces.
Title: Re: [IC] $10 Topre Keychain
Post by: kmiller8 on Thu, 21 February 2013, 19:41:52
GOOD NEWS EVERYONE.

I finally got to play with a laser today!

(https://dl.dropbox.com/u/47254706/2013-02-21%2019.35.01.jpg)

The ones on the left were a failure for one reason or another. infact that black one used to be clear, turns out I bought the wrong kind of plastic. But thankfully there was a scrap piece of this white plexi that the laser cut just fine. So that gave us enough scrap to whip up a few prototypes and tweak the piece that sticks out so that it fits!

Now, we must wait for the screws/drillbit. Hopefully I'll get those pieces in Friday (tomorrow!) and I'll assemble the three I have enough parts for (actually only two, unless i can find that one piece. hmmmmmm).

And I'll sell/auction off the two extra prototypes to help further the development!

K guize. later.
Title: Re: [IC] $10 Topre Keychain
Post by: Sifo on Thu, 21 February 2013, 19:44:15
Wow.. sick. They look good. Good job
Title: Re: [IC] $10 Topre Keychain
Post by: CPTBadAss on Thu, 21 February 2013, 19:52:09
Oooo lasers, it's looking good kid...real good
Title: Re: [IC] $10 Topre Keychain
Post by: L4yercake on Fri, 22 February 2013, 02:38:48
Cannot wait, very exciting.
Title: Re: [IC] $10 Topre Keychain
Post by: netdevil on Fri, 22 February 2013, 19:28:41
Wallet ready  ;D
Title: Re: [IC] $10 Topre Keychain
Post by: kmiller8 on Fri, 22 February 2013, 22:29:55
First batch of Prototypes made and up in classifieds!
Title: Re: [IC] $10 Topre Keychain
Post by: kmiller8 on Wed, 27 February 2013, 21:53:48
'tay so. Here's some unoffical offical pricing breakdowns. for the party!

Line ItemCost
Topre Switch$1.50
Topre Cap$1
Acrylic Base$1
Screws$.50
Packaging$1
Misc.$2
Basic Total$8

Now... There will obviously be some options, one of which will be a "no-cap" option, or an oddly shaped cap (such as modifiers, shifts, things of that sort), If you opt for an oddly shaped cap (or no cap) it will obviously be reflected on your total price (-$1 for no-cap, -$.50 for a derp cap)

Another option, will be personal laser engraving, since I am working so closely with my acrylic supplier, I can pretty much put anything you want on the bottom of your keychain for the low price of $.50-$2 extra (such as the weight, your nick, or some custom graphic).

Now onto shipping... For anything CONUS, it will be a flat $5.15 for any size order (Small Flat-Rate box through PP) because it's just easy to use. International... That's another whole can of worms... Obviously I'd like to just ship everything in the same Flat-Rate Priority box, but that would jump to something like $26 for international shipments. However, there is always the "First-Class" option which is incredibly slow, unreliable, and cheap, but this has to be worked out on a per-case basis, since the rate varies from country to country.

Incase you're wondering about the Packaging/Misc. costs. The Packaging will be the cost for a little baggie for each keychain, bubble wrap, tape, and package filler (mebbe). Misc. is effectively my "cut" from the sale, along with a slight warranty type thing if your chain ever gets broke or something from poor craftsmanship or something (Obviously there is no explicit warranty, but this small extra charge will help the few people who just might get a dud).

The way I'm thinking of doing the sale, is have a pre-sale sort of thing, where everyone submits their orders (custom designs and what-not) and then pay once everything has been completely made and is up to the quality desired of the buyer.

Also, as of this moment, I have two rounds planned, the first round will be purely 45g switches, and the later (possibly months later) round will contain 30g, 35g, 40g, and (mebbe) 45g switches.

Okso lemme know what you guys think of this. Obviously none of my ramblings will even begin to be finalized until I get this second round of prototyping down, and have given the prototype testers enough time to ensure that these switches are at least halfway decent quality.

tl;dr, title should be changed to "$7-$10 custom topre keychains"
Title: Re: [IC] $10 Topre Keychain
Post by: alaricljs on Wed, 27 February 2013, 21:57:42
How about space bar cap!
Title: Re: [IC] $10 Topre Keychain
Post by: kmiller8 on Wed, 27 February 2013, 21:58:22
Quote from: alaricljs on Wed, 27 February 2013, 21:57:42
How about space bar cap!

if my supplier gets me one, you'd save $.50 to get the spacebar cap :))
Title: Re: [IC] $10 Topre Keychain
Post by: netdevil on Wed, 27 February 2013, 21:59:02
Group buy!! Take my money!!! ;D
Title: Re: [IC] $10 Topre Keychain
Post by: kmiller8 on Wed, 27 February 2013, 22:03:34
Quote from: netdevil on Wed, 27 February 2013, 21:59:02
Group buy!! Take my money!!! ;D

Haha, This wouldn't really be a GB since I can't really promise any lower prices on a large order.

It'll probably go up in classifieds like the sleeved cable guys where you fill out an "order form" and I'll make it to spec :)
Title: Re: [IC] $10 Topre Keychain
Post by: L4yercake on Wed, 27 February 2013, 22:07:29
The wallethack is strong in this one... Seriously very excited, holding off on buying a Topre until I try the keychain. Do you have a more solid date for release?
Title: Re: [IC] $10 Topre Keychain
Post by: kmiller8 on Wed, 27 February 2013, 22:11:41
Quote from: L4yercake on Wed, 27 February 2013, 22:07:29
The wallethack is strong in this one... Seriously very excited, holding off on buying a Topre until I try the keychain. Do you have a more solid date for release?

Nope, waiting on supplies for everything to come in.

And like I mentioned, I really want to get another prototype round done, then wait a week or so before beginning to take orders.

Assuming I get topre parts in friday or saturday, I should be able to do another quick weekend prototype run. and if that works out fine. HOPEFULLY NON SOLID MOSTLY BS ANSWER, would be March 6th I'd start taking orders, and get the first acrylic bases cut the next day (Thursday afternoons are the only time Mr. Acrylic and I are free to get the job done)

So. Assuming everything sails smoothly... You'll get your keychain the second week of march :P
Title: Re: [IC] $10 Topre Keychain
Post by: netdevil on Thu, 28 February 2013, 01:28:05
Groupbuys , classified just take my money already  :)) Ohh that seems soon enough lol
Title: Re: [IC] $10 Topre Keychain
Post by: danielucf on Thu, 28 February 2013, 09:04:50
I'm liking the first prototype so far. My fiance pressed it a couple times and absolutely hated it. I can see why some people would absolutely love it, and while others would ultimately come back to MX boards.
Title: Re: [IC] $10 Topre Keychain
Post by: lazerpointer on Thu, 28 February 2013, 10:45:44
I am skeptical it will feel the same as pressing a key on a real Topre board.
Title: Re: [IC] $10 Topre Keychain
Post by: kmiller8 on Thu, 28 February 2013, 18:27:27
Quote from: Flip on Thu, 28 February 2013, 10:45:44
I am skeptical it will feel the same as pressing a key on a real Topre board.

And you should very well be. Apparently even the genuine topre keychains have that same problem. It's simply incomparable, something one-off on a keychain, and an entire board of mounted switches. This obviously won't be anywhere near a legit topre board, but it can help give some people an idea of how a topre switch feels, especially in comparison to the ever so popular MX.
Title: Re: [IC] $10 Topre Keychain
Post by: lazerpointer on Thu, 28 February 2013, 18:38:49
To me though, it doesn't matter - I still want one just as bad!

I just want a legitimate vessel for my clack  :D Also nice to be able to show people what exactly is inside the switch - that's why I didn't go for the prototypes. I want that clear acrylic base.
Title: Re: [IC] $10 Topre Keychain
Post by: kmiller8 on Thu, 28 February 2013, 18:44:59
Quote from: Flip on Thu, 28 February 2013, 18:38:49
To me though, it doesn't matter - I still want one just as bad!

I just want a legitimate vessel for my clack  :D Also nice to be able to show people what exactly is inside the switch - that's why I didn't go for the prototypes. I want that clear acrylic base.

You do know the prototypes come with a final version free of charge (sans shipping) :rolleyes:
Title: Re: [IC] $10 Topre Keychain
Post by: lazerpointer on Thu, 28 February 2013, 18:55:18
Right, probably a good deal. Only need one though, and hopefully it will be under 20 bucks (speaking realistically here, there's always a wrench being thrown into the gears at some point)
Title: Re: [IC] $10 Topre Keychain
Post by: kmiller8 on Thu, 28 February 2013, 19:05:32
Quote from: Flip on Thu, 28 February 2013, 18:55:18
Right, probably a good deal. Only need one though, and hopefully it will be under 20 bucks (speaking realistically here, there's always a wrench being thrown into the gears at some point)

Check out my post above http://geekhack.org/index.php?topic=38541.msg810176#msg810176

At worst it would be $15 to get one shipped to California, and that would have some pretty awesome customization on the bottom :P
Title: Re: [IC] $10 Topre Keychain
Post by: lazerpointer on Thu, 28 February 2013, 19:56:26
Quote from: kmiller8 on Thu, 28 February 2013, 19:05:32
customization

Customization?

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Title: Re: [IC] $10 Topre Keychain
Post by: kmiller8 on Thu, 28 February 2013, 20:04:11
Quote from: Flip on Thu, 28 February 2013, 19:56:26
Customization?

Like I somewhat mentioned in the post I linked, since I'm working so closely with my laser guy, I should be able to easily add some sort of laser engraved either text or graphic on the bottom of your switch. so you could get something like "Flip's keychain" or a picture of a dragon eating a kitten. the possibilities are endless!
Title: AW: [IC] $10 Topre Keychain
Post by: DarkBone on Sun, 03 March 2013, 14:32:24
If it's still possible I'm in for one !
Title: Re: [IC] $10 Topre Keychain
Post by: Kmynis on Mon, 04 March 2013, 15:04:29
I'm interested as well.
Title: Re: [IC] $10 Topre Keychain
Post by: Neal on Thu, 07 March 2013, 19:37:30
Def interested.
Title: Re: [IC] $10 Topre Keychain
Post by: TearTaker on Thu, 07 March 2013, 22:51:52
In for one. Thank you!
Title: Re: [IC] $10 Topre Keychain
Post by: Sifo on Thu, 07 March 2013, 23:13:07
Can't wait to get mineeeeeeeee
Title: Re: [IC] $10 Topre Keychain
Post by: drdoooom on Wed, 13 March 2013, 10:15:06
i'm interested.
Title: Re: [IC] $10 Topre Keychain
Post by: Sifo on Fri, 15 March 2013, 23:16:09
I got mine in the mail today! Will review it when I have time.
Title: Re: [IC] $10 Topre Keychain
Post by: dtrixxx on Sat, 16 March 2013, 16:35:01
Any updates on this? Also interested.
Title: Re: [IC] $10 Topre Keychain
Post by: kmiller8 on Sun, 17 March 2013, 00:26:33
Quote from: dtrixxx on Sat, 16 March 2013, 16:35:01
Any updates on this? Also interested.

Hush my child. I'm having to carry a team project on my back this semester, I have little to no free time.

Btw, never do group projects, 2/3 of the group will be 100% useless :P
Title: Re: [IC] $10 Topre Keychain
Post by: cobraj on Sun, 17 March 2013, 01:13:39
Quote from: kmiller8 on Sun, 17 March 2013, 00:26:33
Quote from: dtrixxx on Sat, 16 March 2013, 16:35:01
Any updates on this? Also interested.

Hush my child. I'm having to carry a team project on my back this semester, I have little to no free time.

Btw, never do group projects, 2/3 of the group will be 100% useless :P

Hahahahaha.
What wise words you speak.
I've always found it's easier to just do the project yourself, rather than waste time editing their terrible work (if they send it at all) :P
Title: Re: [IC] $10 Topre Keychain
Post by: emusan on Sun, 17 March 2013, 12:17:55
well I'll be in for one when they come around :D
Title: Re: [IC] $10 Topre Keychain
Post by: noisyturtle on Mon, 18 March 2013, 14:53:57
Quote from: kmiller8 on Sun, 17 March 2013, 00:26:33
Quote from: dtrixxx on Sat, 16 March 2013, 16:35:01
Any updates on this? Also interested.

Hush my child. I'm having to carry a team project on my back this semester, I have little to no free time.

Btw, never do group projects, 2/3 of the group will be 100% useless :P
So true. Teams of 3 are perfect, any more than that and the work begins to spread unevenly.
Title: Re: [IC] $10 Topre Keychain
Post by: rourouni815 on Thu, 21 March 2013, 14:40:13
Im in for one
Title: Re: [IC] $10 Topre Keychain
Post by: cobraj on Thu, 21 March 2013, 15:03:45
Quote from: rourouni815 on Thu, 21 March 2013, 14:40:13
Im in for one

Only one? :O
Sure you don't want more :P
Title: Re: [IC] $10 Topre Keychain
Post by: jagger27 on Wed, 27 March 2013, 01:02:15
I'm in for three.
Title: Re: [IC] $10 Topre Keychain
Post by: YouGotRioted on Fri, 29 March 2013, 00:35:20
In for one
Title: Re: [IC] $10 Topre Keychain
Post by: drdoooom on Fri, 29 March 2013, 11:23:29
what's the status on this?
Title: Re: [IC] $10 Topre Keychain
Post by: stuffstuff on Sat, 13 April 2013, 17:51:42
I would like to buy one.
Title: Re: [IC] $10 Topre Keychain
Post by: thehof on Sat, 13 April 2013, 21:35:43
Put me down for one!
Title: Re: [IC] $10 Topre Keychain
Post by: devouringone3 on Tue, 16 April 2013, 10:56:50
,
Title: Re: [IC] $10 Topre Keychain
Post by: lazerpointer on Sat, 20 April 2013, 01:33:03
Quote from: devouringone3 on Tue, 16 April 2013, 10:56:50
I need one

;D
Title: Re: [IC] $10 Topre Keychain
Post by: Surnia on Sat, 20 April 2013, 10:59:18
In for two!
Title: Re: [IC] $10 Topre Keychain
Post by: habitualapse on Sat, 20 April 2013, 16:22:54
I'm in for one.
Title: Re: [IC] $10 Topre Keychain
Post by: Inept on Sat, 20 April 2013, 23:26:41
I'd love to get one of each (one 30, one 45, one 55).  Whichever is/are available.
Title: Re: [IC] $10 Topre Keychain
Post by: daerid on Sat, 20 April 2013, 23:33:26
I want a 55g one. I'll pay extra if I need to.
Title: Re: [IC] $10 Topre Keychain
Post by: SpAmRaY on Tue, 30 April 2013, 16:47:31
If this ever happens I'm definitely interested.

EDIT: Got one of the beta versions.... :cool:
Title: Re: [IC] $10 Topre Keychain
Post by: lazerpointer on Tue, 30 April 2013, 16:48:37
Kmiller - got one of the protos

These things are great. I still want one with a clear base :)
Title: Re: [IC] $10 Topre Keychain
Post by: ctbear on Tue, 30 April 2013, 18:37:40
I'm interested too. Any updates?
Title: Re: [IC] $10 Topre Keychain
Post by: kmiller8 on Thu, 02 May 2013, 01:46:50
huehuehuehue

K guize. simple. Finals next week. then summer. summer = freeish time = topre keychains. I promise. <- lies

This is how I'm going to try and do it. I'll open orders on like a Friday or something, but only let like 10 orders a week so I don't go crazy trying to mash these out. I'll have more information as the time approaches. Also I may have _misplaced_ the large bag of topre parts, BUT HAVE NO FEAR. I was going somewhere good with that. oh well. maybe next time.

Just keep an eye on this thread (like you already have you weirdos) and I'll keep everyone as up to date as possible. k bai <3

PPPSPSSPSPS: come hang out on IRC, you can bug me there 24/7 (but will I respond is the question)
Title: Re: [IC] $10 Topre Keychain
Post by: Sifo on Thu, 02 May 2013, 12:10:46
well bro, u c, I already have one :D
Title: Re: [IC] $10 Topre Keychain
Post by: SpAmRaY on Thu, 02 May 2013, 14:12:12
Quote from: kmiller8 on Thu, 02 May 2013, 01:46:50
huehuehuehue

K guize. simple. Finals next week. then summer. summer = freeish time = topre keychains. I promise. <- lies

This is how I'm going to try and do it. I'll open orders on like a Friday or something, but only let like 10 orders a week so I don't go crazy trying to mash these out. I'll have more information as the time approaches. Also I may have _misplaced_ the large bag of topre parts, BUT HAVE NO FEAR. I was going somewhere good with that. oh well. maybe next time.

Just keep an eye on this thread (like you already have you weirdos) and I'll keep everyone as up to date as possible. k bai <3

PPPSPSSPSPS: come hang out on IRC, you can bug me there 24/7 (but will I respond is the question)

just wondering how many were sold in the beta release.....i have aquired one and was wondering if i can say its rare  :p
Title: Re: [IC] $10 Topre Keychain
Post by: kmiller8 on Thu, 02 May 2013, 17:59:20
Quote from: ray4jc on Thu, 02 May 2013, 14:12:12
just wondering how many were sold in the beta release.....i have aquired one and was wondering if i can say its rare  :p

I think 5 or 6 not sure
Title: Re: [IC] $10 Topre Keychain
Post by: Trev on Thu, 02 May 2013, 20:15:37
I'm in, if this is still happening.
Title: Re: [IC] $10 Topre Keychain
Post by: pandather on Sun, 12 May 2013, 03:49:22
So what's the cost at? I'm in if it's under $10... ;)
Title: Re: [IC] $10 Topre Keychain
Post by: ApocalypseMaow on Sun, 12 May 2013, 03:53:04
I would love one!
Title: Re: [IC] $10 Topre Keychain
Post by: Halverson on Sun, 12 May 2013, 03:53:51
K-BRO WHERE MY KEYCHAINSS??? I want like 18 broo :-*
Title: Re: [IC] $10 Topre Keychain
Post by: ApocalypseMaow on Sun, 12 May 2013, 03:57:35
Quote from: Halverson on Sun, 12 May 2013, 03:53:51
K-BRO WHERE MY KEYCHAINSS??? I want like 18 broo :-*
The lord hath spoken! Make it so.
Title: Re: [IC] $10 Topre Keychain
Post by: lazerpointer on Sun, 12 May 2013, 10:19:21
*cracks knuckles and paces behind shark brethren...*

BTW the proto is holding up great.

And I would like the following text inscribed on my keychain (if still possible, and assuming you can spare me a 55g one) -- "Topre" and then maybe "55g" underneath.
Title: Re: [IC] $10 Topre Keychain
Post by: terran5992 on Mon, 13 May 2013, 05:46:24
Interested in this. When are you going to make this an actual GB?
Title: Re: [IC] $10 Topre Keychain
Post by: TheFlyingRaccoon on Mon, 13 May 2013, 19:41:00
If this ever happens I would be down for a few.
Title: Re: [IC] $10 Topre Keychain
Post by: c137 on Tue, 14 May 2013, 10:10:19
If going to be shipped to Germany for <20 bucks total I´m in.
Title: Re: [IC] $10 Topre Keychain
Post by: Surnia on Thu, 23 May 2013, 19:21:39
updatesss!!!!

In all seriousness, was just curious if you've had time to look into producing these again.
Title: Re: [IC] $10 Topre Keychain
Post by: kmiller8 on Thu, 23 May 2013, 19:22:32
Quote from: Surnia on Thu, 23 May 2013, 19:21:39
updatesss!!!!

In all seriousness, was just curious if you've had time to look into producing these again.

I've been talking with my cutting guy, he's going to be in/out of town over the summer, so I'll have to coordinate with him when I can get some plexi cut. <3
Title: Re: [IC] $10 Topre Keychain
Post by: pichu23 on Mon, 27 May 2013, 12:37:35
Would love one :D
Title: Re: [IC] $10 Topre Keychain
Post by: TheBinary on Thu, 30 May 2013, 21:22:35
Quote from: pichu23 on Mon, 27 May 2013, 12:37:35
Would love one :D

Same as above - I'd love to get my hands on a Torpe based keychain. I did noticed the OP was back on Dec 22, but some others had just posted. Hope this idea/project is still being considered if not already being actively worked on :)
Title: Re: [IC] $10 Topre Keychain
Post by: alxx0rz on Fri, 14 June 2013, 23:40:29
I'd love one of these! Considering a topre board but really want to feel it before spending that much money! :D
Title: Re: [IC] $10 Topre Keychain
Post by: SeriouSSpotS on Sat, 15 June 2013, 14:42:14
I'd be in for one
Title: Re: [IC] $10 Topre Keychain
Post by: vsdubstep on Mon, 24 June 2013, 13:37:21
in for one
Title: Re: [IC] $10 Topre Keychain
Post by: MiniBryan on Mon, 24 June 2013, 22:39:44
Woah, I want
Title: Re: [IC] $10 Topre Keychain
Post by: jonathanyu on Mon, 24 June 2013, 23:31:41
 ;) I am really interest to it. I want to try topre key for a long time. I must buy few of them from you
Title: Re: [IC] $10 Topre Keychain
Post by: VesperSAINT on Tue, 25 June 2013, 02:09:03
I'd most likely be in for 2 as well (45g and 55g). I'd have to find keycaps too.
Title: Re: [IC] $10 Topre Keychain
Post by: neoezekiel on Thu, 27 June 2013, 18:06:14
I'd be in for a few. If we can request specific keys, dibbs on semicolon :P
Title: Re: [IC] $10 Topre Keychain
Post by: terran5992 on Wed, 04 September 2013, 06:22:38
OP any update ? :)
Title: Re: [IC] $10 Topre Keychain
Post by: Sifo on Wed, 04 September 2013, 15:58:24
no he dead
Title: Re: [IC] $10 Topre Keychain
Post by: lazerpointer on Wed, 04 September 2013, 16:07:42
May have wanted this at one point, but the times they are a changing... hue
Title: Re: [IC] $10 Topre Keychain
Post by: terran5992 on Thu, 05 September 2013, 01:03:40
Quote from: Sifo on Wed, 04 September 2013, 15:58:24
no he dead

D:
Title: Re: [IC] $10 Topre Keychain
Post by: dustinhxc on Tue, 26 November 2013, 03:57:33
Quote from: terran5992 on Thu, 05 September 2013, 01:03:40
Quote from: Sifo on Wed, 04 September 2013, 15:58:24
no he dead

D:

Bump im in for this!
Title: Re: [IC] $10 Topre Keychain
Post by: joneslee85 on Tue, 26 November 2013, 05:06:40
I am in for 2
Title: Re: [IC] $10 Topre Keychain
Post by: whitevivian on Wed, 27 November 2013, 00:48:54
I am in for 5. 
Title: Re: [IC] $10 Topre Keychain
Post by: terran5992 on Wed, 27 November 2013, 09:29:32
It's been forever since an update was made, I think OP scrapped the idea
Title: Re: [IC] $10 Topre Keychain
Post by: SpAmRaY on Wed, 27 November 2013, 09:32:14
Quote from: terran5992 on Wed, 27 November 2013, 09:29:32
It's been forever since an update was made, I think OP scrapped the idea

Maybe you should check their vendor forum.
Title: Re: [IC] $10 Topre Keychain
Post by: CPTBadAss on Wed, 27 November 2013, 09:34:08
Quote from: terran5992 on Wed, 27 November 2013, 09:29:32
It's been forever since an update was made, I think OP scrapped the idea

Check out the OP here (http://geekhack.org/index.php?topic=51356.msg1130156#msg1130156).
Title: Re: [IC] $10 Topre Keychain
Post by: Pacifist on Mon, 02 December 2013, 22:27:51
interested
Title: Re: [IC] $10 Topre Keychain
Post by: kmiller8 on Mon, 02 December 2013, 22:28:29
OP is so (づ｡◕‿‿◕｡)づ
Title: Re: [IC] $10 Topre Keychain
Post by: Puddsy on Tue, 03 December 2013, 15:25:45
Quote from: kmiller8 on Mon, 02 December 2013, 22:28:29
OP is so (づ｡◕‿‿◕｡)づ

hey wait a second
Title: Re: [IC] $10 Topre Keychain
Post by: atlas3686 on Tue, 03 December 2013, 15:31:47
In for a keychain as well. a 55g one would be awesome!
Title: Re: [IC] $10 Topre Keychain
Post by: esoomenona on Tue, 03 December 2013, 15:34:47
I want my $10 keychain already, scammer!
Title: Re: [IC] $10 Topre Keychain
Post by: Computer-Lab in Basement on Tue, 03 December 2013, 15:36:35
Quote from: kmiller8 on Sat, 22 December 2012, 11:00:52
CLiB and I were discussing in IRC how easy it would be to destroy a $300 Realforce board to make a bunch of Topre keychains for everyone to enjoy! So I've decided to do something about it!

I still get first dibs on one, right? :))

Title: Re: [IC] $10 Topre Keychain
Post by: kmiller8 on Tue, 03 December 2013, 15:39:28
Quote from: esoomenona on Tue, 03 December 2013, 15:34:47
I want my $10 keychain already, scammer!

I sent it in the mail, you didn't get it (´・ω・`)
Title: Re: [IC] $10 Topre Keychain
Post by: Sifo on Tue, 03 December 2013, 15:41:12
(http://i.imgur.com/VfuW8IH.jpg)

Wow so fast! Can't believe it's already here. D-Squad is the best!!!
Title: Re: [IC] $10 Topre Keychain
Post by: kmiller8 on Tue, 03 December 2013, 15:42:00
Quote from: Sifo on Tue, 03 December 2013, 15:41:12
Show Image
(http://i.imgur.com/VfuW8IH.jpg)


Wow so fast! Can't believe it's already here. D-Squad is the best!!!

it found a home pretty quickly I see.
Title: Re: [IC] $10 Topre Keychain
Post by: dustinhxc on Tue, 03 December 2013, 16:33:16
Quote from: Sifo on Tue, 03 December 2013, 15:41:12
Show Image
(http://i.imgur.com/VfuW8IH.jpg)


Wow so fast! Can't believe it's already here. D-Squad is the best!!!

whaaaaaaaaaa sweet!  :thumb:
Title: Re: [IC] $10 Topre Keychain
Post by: rowdy on Tue, 03 December 2013, 17:13:12
Quote from: kmiller8 on Tue, 03 December 2013, 15:42:00
Quote from: Sifo on Tue, 03 December 2013, 15:41:12
Show Image
(http://i.imgur.com/VfuW8IH.jpg)


Wow so fast! Can't believe it's already here. D-Squad is the best!!!

it found a home pretty quickly I see.

I see what you did there.
Title: Re: [IC] $10 Topre Keychain
Post by: noisyturtle on Tue, 03 December 2013, 20:41:43
I still get one of the finished ones for being a tester, right?
Title: Re: [IC] $10 Topre Keychain
Post by: kmiller8 on Tue, 03 December 2013, 20:42:46
Quote from: noisyturtle on Tue, 03 December 2013, 20:41:43
I still get one of the finished ones for being a tester, right?

If I remember.
Title: Re: [IC] $10 Topre Keychain
Post by: noisyturtle on Tue, 03 December 2013, 20:45:29
Quote from: kmiller8 on Tue, 03 December 2013, 20:42:46
Quote from: noisyturtle on Tue, 03 December 2013, 20:41:43
I still get one of the finished ones for being a tester, right?

If I remember.

I'll just PM you a couple times an hour to remind you, k?
Title: Re: [IC] $10 Topre Keychain
Post by: kmiller8 on Tue, 03 December 2013, 20:50:08
Quote from: noisyturtle on Tue, 03 December 2013, 20:45:29
I'll just PM you a couple times an hour to remind you, k?

just keep it under 600 (´・ω・`)
Title: Re: [IC] $10 Topre Keychain
Post by: noisyturtle on Tue, 03 December 2013, 21:30:48
Quote from: kmiller8 on Tue, 03 December 2013, 20:50:08
Quote from: noisyturtle on Tue, 03 December 2013, 20:45:29
I'll just PM you a couple times an hour to remind you, k?

just keep it under 600 (´・ω・`)

But how will I let you know my intentions? I'll just wait outside your house (´・ω・`)
Title: Re: [IC] $10 Topre Keychain
Post by: devoi on Thu, 09 March 2017, 22:54:47
the absolute madman actually made them

(http://i.imgur.com/PwaXhmE.jpg)
Title: Re: [IC] $10 Topre Keychain
Post by: dvdasa on Thu, 09 March 2017, 22:55:45
Heard this is a 24hr sale.
Title: Re: [IC] $10 Topre Keychain
Post by: dvdasa on Mon, 13 March 2017, 18:26:42
https://www.reddit.com/r/mechmarket/comments/5z8h8t/gb_5_topre_keychains/

It's live!
Title: Re: [IC] $10 Topre Keychain
Post by: Halverson on Mon, 13 March 2017, 19:14:45
HI KIRKLE
Title: Re: [IC] $10 Topre Keychain
Post by: rowdy on Mon, 13 March 2017, 20:53:30
Does this mean he's coming back?
Title: Re: [IC] $10 Topre Keychain
Post by: devoi on Mon, 13 March 2017, 21:47:12
no
Title: Re: [IC] $10 Topre Keychain
Post by: dvdasa on Mon, 13 March 2017, 22:34:22
Quote from: rowdy on Mon, 13 March 2017, 20:53:30
Does this mean he's coming back?
You should post in there if you want him back https://geekhack.org/index.php?topic=87706.msg2381397#msg2381397

Quote from: Halverson on Mon, 13 March 2017, 19:14:45
HI KIRKLE
He's a good guy

Title: Re: [IC] $10 Topre Keychain
Post by: Halverson on Mon, 13 March 2017, 22:35:32
Quote from: dvdasa on Mon, 13 March 2017, 22:34:22
Quote from: rowdy on Mon, 13 March 2017, 20:53:30
Does this mean he's coming back?
You should post in there if you want him back https://geekhack.org/index.php?topic=87706.msg2381397#msg2381397

Quote from: Halverson on Mon, 13 March 2017, 19:14:45
HI KIRKLE
He's a good guy

Yup, I'll be trying to blow him kisses often now, like the old days
Title: Re: [IC] $10 Topre Keychain
Post by: Tally810 on Tue, 14 March 2017, 01:42:28
Hey I bought one at the Austin meetup last weekend.  Actually really cool and I catch myself clicking it all the time...

Sent from my SM-G928V using Tapatalk

Title: Re: [IC] $10 Topre Keychain
Post by: atlas3686 on Tue, 14 March 2017, 08:56:59
Thanks for posting here guys, would have totally missed it otherwise.
Title: Re: [IC] $10 Topre Keychain
Post by: Sifo on Tue, 14 March 2017, 09:12:16
Maybe if he wasn't banned from the forum :thinking:
Title: Re: [IC] $10 Topre Keychain
Post by: justinmtype on Tue, 14 March 2017, 13:21:24
Quote from: Sifo on Tue, 03 December 2013, 15:41:12
Show Image
(http://i.imgur.com/VfuW8IH.jpg)


Wow so fast! Can't believe it's already here. D-Squad is the best!!!

So fast.
Title: Re: [IC] $10 Topre Keychain
Post by: dvdasa on Tue, 14 March 2017, 18:32:21
Quote from: Sifo on Tue, 14 March 2017, 09:12:16
Maybe if he wasn't banned from the forum :thinking:

Start the petition to get him back.
Title: Re: [IC] $10 Topre Keychain
Post by: rowdy on Tue, 14 March 2017, 20:47:29
Quote from: dvdasa on Mon, 13 March 2017, 22:34:22
Quote from: rowdy on Mon, 13 March 2017, 20:53:30
Does this mean he's coming back?

You should post in there if you want him back https://geekhack.org/index.php?topic=87706.msg2381397#msg2381397

I did :p
Title: Re: [IC] $10 Topre Keychain
Post by: noisyturtle on Thu, 16 March 2017, 21:41:07
Just got a shipping notification! It's happening!