The OjouDesign inspired by Hololive 2nd Gen VTuber, Nakiri Ayame. This my rendition of an endgame O-ring mount 60% with no external screws and a
polished bead-blasted stainless steel bottom.
New PrototypesMore pictures here:
https://imgur.com/a/mqJuTaGPhotos courtesy of Trifelife!
Features- 50A duro O-ring "gummy worm" mount
- Anodized 5052 Aluminum for the top and internal case
- Stainless Steel Weight
- 6.5 Degree Typing Angle
- 18.5mm Front Typing Height
- Universal USB-C Daughterboard
- PCB Compatible with QMK/VIA
- No external screws
Supported Layouts- Split/full backspace
- Split/full right shift
- Stepped/normal capslock
There will be a choice of HHKB or WKL top.
PlateThe plate will be a standard 1.5mm thickness.
I have yet to decide on material, but it will be one of the following:
PCB- QMK/VIA Compatible
- Universal USB-C Daughterboard
Designed by Trifelife
ColorsPrice: TBA but
NOT cheap
UpdatesCommence prototyping soon. Prototypes made! We had both polished and bead blasted weights were made for the prototypes.
My manufacturer complained to me that the production of polished stainless steel pieces that large was too difficult to produce and QC. It is looking likely that we will be moving towards only providing a bead-blasted weight finish for production.
More Renders More Information and UpdatesDiscord Server Invite:
https://discord.gg/pYVsseUPlease join the Discord server and subscribe to the !ojou role if you would like to get updates on the project as soon as possible.
Special Thanks ToExfinite (Vov) for aesthetics feedback
Juaninamilli for proofreading the design, giving feedback, and making the keycap'd renders
Trifelife for the idea, aesthetics feedback, designing the PCB, and being a degenerate weeb
FAQQ: Why no bumpons?
A: It was an aesthetic decision. Aside from the emblem/logo, I didn't want to interrupt the curves and smooth design of the weight with cutouts for bumpons. For those that are worried that the polished stainless steel weight will get scratched, I understand your concern. However, stainless steel is relatively hard. Unless the board is very seriously mistreated, it won't get damaged very easily. Though, I still wouldn't rough it up needlessly. As such if you're interested in this board, I recommend using a deskmat with it and storing it away properly when not in use.