I'm a long time keyboard enthusiast, I have worked on this 40% keyboard for a while.
I already have a prototype produced, please check the album here:
https://imgur.com/a/qBSPXMJHere are the details:
Case:- CNC'd 6061 Aluminum
- Tray mount
- 5° typing angle
- 19mm front height
PCB:- ATMega32u4
- QMK and VIA supported
- ESD protection
- two-pieces construction (not actually a feature)
- 4 indicator leds (in-switch)
- Soldered PCB
- Layout options: (revised layout)
Plate:- CNC'd 6061 Aluminum
- Universal layout
Color (anodization)
- Black, Blue, Red, Silver, Yellow
Kit Content:- Case
- Plate
- PCBs (key and controller)
- 4x 2*3*4 different color leds for in-switch indicator leds
- other hardwares (screws, bumpons)
Optional stuffs:- Plate-PCB foam
- a set of PCB-mount stabilizers (including 3u one)
Pricing and sale format:- (Base) kit price: 140 USD + shipping
- Quantity: 30
- FCFS through my store (which is not yet available)
- The board will be shipped from Ha Noi, Vietnam.
Timeline:- GB Start Date: TBD
- Estimated production lead time: 6 to 8 weeks
If you're interested in this keyboard, please fill out the form:
https://forms.gle/eSXnd4KUVSisJ3Nf8Any and all constructive feedback is great! Thank you.
Edit:9/13/2021: revised layout