Author Topic: [IC] 818 - A Plateless Keyboard. (Read 16440 times)

masje · « **on:** Thu, 09 January 2025, 12:29:56 »

Dear keyboard illuminati,
if you know where I can get good beige coats(powder/cerakote),
can you tell me?

DISCORD IC FORM

Inspiration
I am a fan of plateless boards.
A few months ago, I made a keyboard called the K-III,
which was built on the same mounting method as this,
and I thought it sounded/felt nice.
I wanted to then expand that same structure to an 1800 form factor,
with vintage-inspired stylings.

Mounting & Specifications

The mounting system utilizes 2x 3mm orings that sandwich the PCB on both sides,
with channels cut in the top and bottom case to friction fit the orings (similar to F1 mount style).

- 8 deg typing angle
- 2.87kgs unbuilt (alu) / 1.27kgs unbuilt (pc)
- 19.6 adjusted front height

Internal channels for the orings

PCB Layout

Supports most things that make sense in this layout.
Will be designed by the wonderful Sleepdealer.

Sales & Pricing
- February 2025 GB (maybe???)
- 5 units black aluminum / 5 units polycarbonate small run
(fulfilling everything myself so would like to not overextend myself!)
- Aiming for $450 - $520, incl. hard case/PCB/cable
- Made by your favorite (overpriced) manufacturer

Gallery

PC version

Three indicator lights at the F13 location

Integrated cable!
I will include a JST-USBA cable in the kit,
which will be tied to the PCB "OTD style"

Corners

Side profile

Thanks
Thanks to steve for pushing for 6u layout

& Pontus, as always

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tanghus · « **Reply #1 on:** Thu, 09 January 2025, 12:31:09 »

But does it come in beige?

HubertThemad · « **Reply #2 on:** Thu, 09 January 2025, 12:39:33 »

Does it come in tan!?

GLWIC, love plateless borts.

LightningXI · « **Reply #3 on:** Thu, 09 January 2025, 12:45:07 »

Pretty cool. Do enjoy the idea of a G80-1800 inspired board though I'd personally shy away from integrated cable if possible. Looks nice!

mmayhem17 · « **Reply #4 on:** Thu, 09 January 2025, 12:53:25 »

very cool :beigemeeting3:

51p50x · « **Reply #5 on:** Thu, 09 January 2025, 12:58:10 »

I really like the idea, and design.

GLWIC!

SpookyGC · « **Reply #6 on:** Thu, 09 January 2025, 12:59:26 »

Looks fire! Integrated cable so hot right now. :nut:

FatefulStranger · « **Reply #7 on:** Thu, 09 January 2025, 13:22:41 »

Another banger by James

Best 1800 layout as well, you know I'll be there Day 1. GLWIC!

quaks · « **Reply #8 on:** Thu, 09 January 2025, 15:01:39 »

what a beautiful IC and board, big props

Rob27shred · « **Reply #9 on:** Thu, 09 January 2025, 15:06:42 »

Super nice, love seeing a true 1800 custom!

LMarci · « **Reply #10 on:** Thu, 09 January 2025, 15:09:05 »

I like it, would appreciate some renders of the internals though

xLeHoy · « **Reply #11 on:** Thu, 09 January 2025, 15:10:10 »

Can't wait for it :beigeChamp:

i4aac · « **Reply #12 on:** Thu, 09 January 2025, 15:32:14 »

rush rush

Meepergon · « **Reply #13 on:** Thu, 09 January 2025, 17:12:23 »

yep, gonna need this one boss. lookin good.

jd · « **Reply #14 on:** Thu, 09 January 2025, 18:38:18 »

This is very cool.

LavenderB · « **Reply #15 on:** Fri, 10 January 2025, 02:13:13 »

Love the idea of an integrated cable. This isn't a board that you'd move around a lot anyway.

tankLancer · « **Reply #16 on:** Sat, 11 January 2025, 07:35:28 »

I'm curious about how tight the mounting is with O-ring friction. Excessive space for the O-rings could lead to significant PCB wobble.

masje · « **Reply #17 on:** Sat, 11 January 2025, 07:47:41 »

Quote from: tankLancer on Sat, 11 January 2025, 07:35:28

I'm curious about how tight the mounting is with O-ring friction. Excessive space for the O-rings could lead to significant PCB wobble.

I tested the dimensions for the mounting on the other board, and once it is assembled, the PCB doesn't move at all

tankLancer · « **Reply #18 on:** Sat, 11 January 2025, 23:17:39 »

Quote from: masje on Sat, 11 January 2025, 07:47:41

Quote from: tankLancer on Sat, 11 January 2025, 07:35:28
I'm curious about how tight the mounting is with O-ring friction. Excessive space for the O-rings could lead to significant PCB wobble.

I tested the dimensions for the mounting on the other board, and once it is assembled, the PCB doesn't move at all

That's excellent news! I was concerned about potential PCB wobble, and you've addressed that effectively. A secure mounting is crucial for a stable and consistent typing experience, as exemplified by the excellent mounting in GEON Works' F-series keyboards.

However, based on my personal preferences, I sometimes find that O-ring mountings can feel slightly 'dead' or lack a touch of lively feedback. I wonder if a very slight increase in vertical space, perhaps 0.15mm to 0.25mm, could potentially introduce a more pronounced bounce and a slightly more tactile feel. This is purely speculative, of course, and I'm curious to hear your thoughts on this potential option.

Stringer Bell · « **Reply #19 on:** Wed, 15 January 2025, 10:58:04 »

I love this and I love James. Support James.

hhyz · « **Reply #20 on:** Wed, 05 February 2025, 10:20:31 »

Hello, I am a keyboard enthusiast from China. I like your design very much. Will 818 be available for purchase in February? I hope to have it.

Bokehhbob · « **Reply #21 on:** Thu, 06 February 2025, 14:11:33 »

This is purty.

PC one is really nice!

audax989 · « **Reply #22 on:** Thu, 06 February 2025, 18:37:17 »

watching. joined discord.

vodanhdaisu · « **Reply #23 on:** Wed, 12 February 2025, 01:42:14 »

Im very interested in this project. This keyboard definitely will be 1 of in my 1800 collection

EdgeOfInfinity · « **Reply #24 on:** Wed, 19 February 2025, 18:11:41 »

while i get the integrated cable would fit the vibe very well, i just can't help but feel like a traditional usb-c is so much more practical.

Seoeunmonster · « **Reply #25 on:** Thu, 20 February 2025, 09:57:48 »

Looks really amazing!

tankLancer · « **Reply #26 on:** Sun, 23 February 2025, 07:47:34 »

This mounting system also impressed me.
GLWIC.

logaboga · « **Reply #27 on:** Sun, 02 March 2025, 11:11:18 »

Love the design but ditto on what Diego said; it'd be a bit inconvenient to have to use an integrated cable.

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Author Topic: [IC] 818 - A Plateless Keyboard. (Read 16440 times)