[IC] AK7.62 Has an exaggerated appearance and a unique sound

[ProudCat]

Hello, everyone! I am yuzzy.

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I have a passion for keyboards with exaggerated appearances. Two years ago, I created an acrylic keyboard with extravagant switches. These switches can be used to control the opening and closing of electromagnetic valves. Additionally, I designed a separate window that allows for a clear view of the movement of the electromagnetic valves. I find it very intriguing. No matter which type of switches you use, when you activate this switch, the sound of your switches will be overshadowed. Furthermore, you can even activate a buzzer simultaneously by using combination keys, making it even louder. Haha, it's quite amusing!

*This is the acrylic version from two years ago.

In the recent update, I redesigned the keyboard and created two versions using aluminum alloy. One version supports the 64 layout, while the other version supports the 67 layout. The new designs retain the original appearance.

*The left side is a 60% layout, and the right side is a 65% layout (with ISO and split backspace support).

General Details

Technical Specifications:

- Case Material: Sandblasted 6061 Aluminum Alloy
- Weight Material (if optional): PVD Stainless Steel
- Layout Versions: 60%, 65%
- Typing Angle: 6.5 degrees
- Plate Options: Aluminum Alloy, Polypropylene (PP), Polyoxymethylene (POM), Polycarbonate (PC), Carbon Fiber (Forged Texture), FR4
- Case Colors: Red, Black, Burgundy, Coffee, Light Gold, Dark Gray, Forest Green, Silver, Purple, Light Blue
- Protective Cover Colors: Carbon Fiber (Texture), Gray, Blue, Yellow, Red, Transparent Yellow, Clear, Green, Transparent Green, Purple, White, Black, Transparent Red, Transparent Blue

More

exploded view

65% Features:
- Split Backspace
- ISO Layout
PCB Details
- Type: Hotswap
- Structure: 1.6mm FR4
- Processor: CH582M
- Switch Type: MX
For the electromagnetic valve, we have made several optimizations. The smallest electromagnetic valve available on the market is a 5V, 300mA valve (any smaller, and it won't produce sound, making it less enjoyable). In the past, electromagnetic valves may have experienced lagging issues, especially without RGB lighting. With RGB lighting and the need to charge the battery, the situation becomes even more complicated. Other players using electromagnetic valves would sacrifice convenience by adding a separate USB port solely for charging the valve to ensure sufficient current and prevent lagging.

**Testing Equipment:**
1. USB 2.0 interface with a current of 500mA
2. AK762 electromagnetic valve buzzer board
3. Customized AK762 electromagnetic valve

**Results achieved:**
1. Using the USB 2.0 interface, the battery charging consumes the full 500mA current. The voltage drops from 5V to 4.6V.
2. When the RGB lighting is activated, the current increases to 800mA, and the voltage drops further to 4.38V.
3. Finally, when the electromagnetic valve is activated, it operates normally with the expected sound.

*The shell adopts a quick-detach structure that can be opened without the need for any tools.

Real shot.

More

*This is a test version made of acrylic, and I will soon be releasing a video showcasing the updated aluminum alloy version.

List of Accessories:
• Aluminum alloy top case, bottom case, and backplate
• Transparent window protective cover for the electromagnetic valve
• Interchangeable electromagnetic valve and onboard buzzer
• Protective switch (default color is red, other colors available)
• PC material plate (alternative materials available)
• 1.6mm thick PCB circuit board (non-QMK solution, supports wired, Bluetooth, 2.4G)
• Foam gasket, switch dampeners, washers
• 3000mAh battery and 2.4G receiver
• Quick-release clips *4, screws (several)
• Screwdriver and other installation tools
• Poron foam gasket, switch dampeners.
• Silicone keyboard feet[/color]
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Schedule
TBD

Price & Quantity
TBD - The price will be kept within $180 and there won't be a minimum order quantity


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Thank You

[Adelscott]

I really like :

• the switch (if it is on top row like renders not like the video on bottom row)
• the price

I don't like

• the hideous forced bottom row, why no tsangan ?
• no solderable pcb
• no QMK
• wireless
• the switch can't be used for something else (like shuting down computer through a script) 

by the way I don't see any renders or KLE of your "ISO Layout". Will it be a specific hotswap PCB for ISO ?

[ProudCat]

I really like :

• the switch (if it is on top row like renders not like the video on bottom row)
• the price

I don't like

• the hideous forced bottom row, why no tsangan ?
• no solderable pcb
• no QMK
• wireless
• the switch can't be used for something else (like shuting down computer through a script) 

by the way I don't see any renders or KLE of your "ISO Layout". Will it be a specific hotswap PCB for ISO ?

Thank you for your liking. Let me address your concerns.

- Why no tsangan? There is no space available to accommodate tsangan layout due to the large number of components. However, I will consider adding a version that supports tsangan layout.
- No solderable PCB: I will add a solderable PCB option during the group buy.
- No QMK: Unfortunately, it is not possible to use QMK because it utilizes a low-power Bluetooth MCU chip for tri-mode functionality. If there is a possibility to upgrade to QMK in the future, I would prefer to use it as well.
- Wireless: I'm not sure why you don't like wireless, but you can use it as a wired keyboard by simply not installing the battery and 2.4GHz receiver.
- The switch can't be used for something else: If it is for implementing a shutdown function, there might be a way to achieve it. However, for implementing a power-on function, it may not be possible as it is only connected to the USB circuit. Currently, I don't have a method to implement that.
- ISO Layout: I forgot to upload the renders for the ISO layout, but I will update the post later. It is a hot-swappable layout that is compatible with ANSI.

I apologize for any inconvenience caused. If you have any further questions or need more assistance, please let me know.

[Adelscott]

No inconvenience at all, I was just giving thoughts, and I like your answers (especially for the Tsangan, because that bottom row with an arrow cluster on a 60% is a deal breaker)

If the hotswap PCB is really compatible ISO and ANSI that would be awesome and also very rare.