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geekhack Community => Keyboards => Topic started by: luky7evens on Sat, 02 May 2015, 10:31:54
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I have recently had to urg to build an new keyboard but I need some help on were I can go to get supplies. SO if you guys could help buy suggesting were to get pcb switches and what not that would be greatly appreciated. Also would like recommendations on a good soldering iron since my radioshack on is dead.
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I have recently had to urg to build an new keyboard but I need some help on were I can go to get supplies. SO if you guys could help buy suggesting were to get pcb switches and what not that would be greatly appreciated. Also would like recommendations on a good soldering iron since my radioshack on is dead.
step 1: read moar geekhack
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I really hate doing this, but it bothers me to no end...
It's spelled "urge".
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I really hate doing this, but it bothers me to no end...
It's spelled "urge".
Urg is the sound I make before I yak.
And like metalliqaz said, just try to delve into the "Making Stuff Together" subforum to begin your learning process. You can also check out Group Buys to learn what parts go into certain custom builds.
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Cheapest way to get switches is to check the classifieds here. And they are usually used, which is even better (worn cherry switches > new ones, unless you're talking blues).
Otherwise, I use MechanicalKeyboards.com
For PCB's, I like going with Korean Custom PCB's, so you would want to check classifieds and group buys for those.
Soldering equipment...make sure your iron has temp control (try not to spend less than $40 on it), and get a solder sucker.
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It's spelled "urge".
Urg is the sound I make before I yak.
Precisely my thought when I saw the title.
What is the compulsion for newbies to re-invent the wheel?
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I have recently had to urg to build an new keyboard but I need some help on were I can go to get supplies. SO if you guys could help buy suggesting were to get pcb switches and what not that would be greatly appreciated. Also would like recommendations on a good soldering iron since my radioshack on is dead.
Welcome to geekhack. You might be best off to start by modifying an existing keyboard rather than starting from scratch. There is a lot to learn and the experience will likely improve your choices on your ultimate board. It will also help you to know what specific questions to ask.
What is the compulsion for newbies to re-invent the wheel?
Nothing wrong with that as long as they keep the new version round.
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It's spelled "urge".
Urg is the sound I make before I yak.
Precisely my thought when I saw the title.
What is the compulsion for newbies to re-invent the wheel?
In any discipline, one of the last things you learn is how little you know.
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ERGODOX
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ERGODOX
he's at it again
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Don't you mean "Urgdox"?
(http://www.animateit.net/data/media/august2009/th_drum.gif)
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I highly recommend the Hakko 888d soldering iron. Read up on all this and know what you're getting into first. Stuff stats adding up quick and will be more expensive than you thought it would be.
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+1 on the Hakko 888
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http://dictionary.reference.com/browse/Erg :P
Switches: 7bit, or check out the next Gateron group buy. I heard there might be one on Massdrop
Maybe some people who got in on an old one would have bought too many and would sell off some soon...