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Interest Checks / Re: [IC] HBCP V2 PCBs
« Last post by DirtyGingy on Thu, 16 April 2026, 22:32:47 »One for the ages. Glad to see such capable hands carrying on that legacy
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Interest Checks / Re: [IC] HBCP V2 PCBs
« Last post by noodleman on Thu, 16 April 2026, 22:29:49 »since the pcb is being redesigned, is there any chance we can change the connection between the led pcb and main pcb to use pogo pins instead? it's always such a chore to connect the jst cable between the two pcbs.
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Interest Checks / Re: [IC] HBCP V2 PCBs
« Last post by Gondolindrim on Thu, 16 April 2026, 22:14:17 »Reserved
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Interest Checks / [IC] HBCP V2 PCBs
« Last post by Gondolindrim on Thu, 16 April 2026, 22:12:43 »Hi all.
Recently I have been approached several times by various people asking me to design a replacement PCB for the HBPC, by Hineybush. Until recently I have been reluctant to do so because of my respect for Hiney and the fact I was not able to get his blessing, plus some help with the design.
Long story short I have Hiney's go-ahead and he supplied me with design files so I can get some PCBs redesigned. The idea is to make a modernized replacement for both the main PCB and the RGB daughterboard.
The V2 PCBs will be white in color, 1.6mm FR4, no flex cuts, and RGB underglow capabilities. They will me QMK/VIA compatible and will use STM32 microcontrollers. The V2 PCBs are redesigned using the same outlines and positions from the V1 PCB, like USB and JST connector.
Initially, only solderable PCBs will be offered. This IC also has a field to see if people are also interested in hotswap PCBs too.
Every PCB (solderable or hotswap) will come with a RGB DB that will be snappable.
I am also gauging interest for plates. Plates are 1.6mm FR4 in white color, exactly the same cutout as the original universal plate.
Pricing highly depends on the quantity we sell. I foresee a 70-50USD price range, with an additional 5 USD for hotswap PCBs.
This is a Interest Check for these PCBs. Depending on how many people are interested I can pitch this to a vendor to handle logistics. If not many people are interested I will get the PCB factory to dropship the PCBs directly to customers.
Here is the formulary. It contains a field to supply your e-mail address, and when (if!) GB happens I will send you an e-mail.
https://forms.gle/1STKpWKUJwYL3kPm6
Recently I have been approached several times by various people asking me to design a replacement PCB for the HBPC, by Hineybush. Until recently I have been reluctant to do so because of my respect for Hiney and the fact I was not able to get his blessing, plus some help with the design.
Long story short I have Hiney's go-ahead and he supplied me with design files so I can get some PCBs redesigned. The idea is to make a modernized replacement for both the main PCB and the RGB daughterboard.
The V2 PCBs will be white in color, 1.6mm FR4, no flex cuts, and RGB underglow capabilities. They will me QMK/VIA compatible and will use STM32 microcontrollers. The V2 PCBs are redesigned using the same outlines and positions from the V1 PCB, like USB and JST connector.
Initially, only solderable PCBs will be offered. This IC also has a field to see if people are also interested in hotswap PCBs too.
Every PCB (solderable or hotswap) will come with a RGB DB that will be snappable.
I am also gauging interest for plates. Plates are 1.6mm FR4 in white color, exactly the same cutout as the original universal plate.
Pricing highly depends on the quantity we sell. I foresee a 70-50USD price range, with an additional 5 USD for hotswap PCBs.
This is a Interest Check for these PCBs. Depending on how many people are interested I can pitch this to a vendor to handle logistics. If not many people are interested I will get the PCB factory to dropship the PCBs directly to customers.
Here is the formulary. It contains a field to supply your e-mail address, and when (if!) GB happens I will send you an e-mail.
https://forms.gle/1STKpWKUJwYL3kPm6
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Interest Checks / Re: [IC] GMK CYL Blanks
« Last post by Gondolindrim on Thu, 16 April 2026, 21:59:04 »This is so sexy I am considering getting a beige keyset
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Interest Checks / Re: [IC] ORI 870 — Less, but Better
« Last post by LMNPI on Thu, 16 April 2026, 19:53:19 »Looking forward to this! My first TKL eventually.
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Interest Checks / Re: [IC] GMK CYL Blanks
« Last post by dvorcol on Thu, 16 April 2026, 18:43:31 »Most of your images are not workingCan u explain pls. It looks fine to me
You're hoping to do singleshot? I'm assuming that would reduce the price significantly
The desire for single shot is mentioned in the OP:
Details
Material: ABS
Legends: TBC, I’ll check with GMK to see if they have blank molds for all the keys, and whether singleshot is doable.
Colors: CR, L9, U9, V1, N7, V4, CV, TU2, DY, MG1
« Last Edit: Thu, 16 April 2026, 14:10:36 by mcmcmc »
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Reviews / Re: The journey to find a replacement for MX Clears... and Zealios V2
« Last post by TheSoulhunter on Thu, 16 April 2026, 18:41:43 »Update: Could source some more switches for testing
Sillyworks X HMX Waverider V2
Durock Blue Lotus T1
Gateron Kangaroo
Gateron Green Apple
Duhuk Bitter Tea Purple V2
HMX Firecracker
HMX Retro J
Wingtree Yunie
Finally also getting the Boba U4T (Thanks @Lando)
Sillyworks X HMX Waverider V2
Durock Blue Lotus T1
Gateron Kangaroo
Gateron Green Apple
Duhuk Bitter Tea Purple V2
HMX Firecracker
HMX Retro J
Wingtree Yunie
Finally also getting the Boba U4T (Thanks @Lando)
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Keyboards / Re: CM Quickfire Rapid keyboard mod - can I sandblast it?
« Last post by phinix on Thu, 16 April 2026, 17:40:52 »I've used white spirit and a lot of rubbing (sometimes with sandpaper) to get rubberised coatings off where it has started to decompose.
Then wipe it with alcohol to get the first solvent off.
Thanks, I will try that.
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Group Buys and Preorders / Re: [GB] DSS Distortion 40s
« Last post by dvorcol on Thu, 16 April 2026, 17:00:17 »