Author Topic: dust cover for an IBM Space Saver Keyboard? (Read 4972 times)

DaCiRo · « **on:** Wed, 24 September 2014, 08:58:35 »

Hi.
Anyone knows where to get a vinyl dust cover to fit nicely on the size of a IBM Space Saver Keyboard? . Dimensions 16' X 7' x 2'
Everything I find is for the regular size keyboards, no luck yet finding a midget size one

If anyone is has any extra and is interested to sell..... point right my way.

esoomenona · « **Reply #1 on:** Wed, 24 September 2014, 09:01:17 »

DaCiRo · « **Reply #2 on:** Wed, 24 September 2014, 09:36:48 »

Normally in ebay. They tend to come in sets of 2 or 3 pieces for monitors, CPU, and keyboard. there are quire few of this in action right now.
Sometimes you can find the keyboard cover alone like in the link below.

http://www.ebay.com/itm/NEW-ANTI-STATIC-DUST-COVER-IBM-XT-AT-PC-KEYBOARD-PROTECTOR-VINTAGE-WYSE-COMPAQ-/131029286599?pt=US_Vintage_Computing_Parts_Accessories&hash=item1e81f43ec7

DaCiRo · « **Reply #3 on:** Wed, 24 September 2014, 09:39:48 »

For some reason my post is showing 3 times.... (??).

esoomenona · « **Reply #4 on:** Wed, 24 September 2014, 09:43:20 »

esoomenona · « **Reply #5 on:** Wed, 24 September 2014, 09:45:23 »

JPG · « **Reply #6 on:** Wed, 24 September 2014, 09:50:16 »

Here's some ideas!

DaCiRo · « **Reply #7 on:** Wed, 24 September 2014, 09:56:25 »

I see, that explains it. Thanks for letting me know.

You know, I actually tried and cut a spare one to the size, saw it by hand and couldn't get a straight line. Used the sawing machine and,...well what a mess. I ended up with a smaller frankenstein version of the original. I knew I wasn't talented with the needle...and I created a monster.
I am not looking for any particular vinyl material, just whatever fits nicely, that is semi-transparent and protects from dust (not even water protection is necessary)
...sounds like a plastic bag would do the trick

, but I am looking for something more shaped up like a keyboard cover.

skcheng · « **Reply #8 on:** Wed, 24 September 2014, 09:57:55 »

I use the colored stretchy book covers sold at CVS and other places. Works well enough for me and they're cheap and cheery

CPTBadAss · « **Reply #9 on:** Wed, 24 September 2014, 09:58:44 »

Quote from: skcheng on Wed, 24 September 2014, 09:57:55

I use the colored stretchy book covers sold at CVS and other places. Works well enough for me and they're cheap and cheery

That's actually a genius idea. I should've bought some when they were on super sale for back to school @.@

tp4tissue · « **Reply #10 on:** Wed, 24 September 2014, 10:00:24 »

Quote from: CPTBadAss on Wed, 24 September 2014, 09:58:44

Quote from: skcheng on Wed, 24 September 2014, 09:57:55
I use the colored stretchy book covers sold at CVS and other places. Works well enough for me and they're cheap and cheery

That's actually a genius idea. I should've bought some when they were on super sale for back to school @.@

what is a color stretch book cover. ?

esoomenona · « **Reply #11 on:** Wed, 24 September 2014, 10:02:45 »

DaCiRo · « **Reply #12 on:** Wed, 24 September 2014, 10:03:21 »

Thanks for the videos, will test if first with my hair dryer this weekend

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How are those colored stretchy book covers?. I am in Japan and I don't think they sells these here.

Anyone has any idea, if not vinyl, what other solution is there as a cover for IBMs SSK?
I had a look at the hard plastic covers,....but not sure these fit well or that wont damage the shell be eroding it over time.

esoomenona · « **Reply #13 on:** Wed, 24 September 2014, 10:04:19 »

tp4tissue · « **Reply #14 on:** Wed, 24 September 2014, 10:06:29 »

Couldn't you just use a flat piece of cardboard that's larger than the keyboard.. that will prevent the dust from settling directly the keyboard.. and is also much easier to remove and store on your desk..

whereas if you have a more 3D cover with depth, you need more space for it form your workspace when you use your keyboard.

DaCiRo · « **Reply #15 on:** Wed, 24 September 2014, 10:06:39 »

Oh!, I see, that sounds nice!... do you have the link to where I could get me one?

DaCiRo · « **Reply #16 on:** Wed, 24 September 2014, 10:12:32 »

I don't know,...I guess that the cardboard solution is fully functional, but not sure I want to cover the SSK with cardboard (even it it is well cut and done). I prefer a solution that likes more like either: A vintage vinyl flexible cover (old school) or a modern acrylic rigid cover,...hence my struggle to find it I suppose.
In the meantime I am using the big vinyl cover from one of my Model Ms that I have in storage.... but it is way to big.

esoomenona · « **Reply #17 on:** Wed, 24 September 2014, 10:14:52 »

DaCiRo · « **Reply #18 on:** Wed, 24 September 2014, 10:19:54 »

I see.
Thanks, Will continue searching the posts DB and see if I find one.
If I come to make my own I will post some pictures.

Thank you to everyone for the replies and the help. Really appreciated.

Smasher816 · « **Reply #19 on:** Wed, 24 September 2014, 18:50:07 »

Quote from: esoomenona on Wed, 24 September 2014, 10:02:45

Quote from: skcheng on Wed, 24 September 2014, 09:57:55
I use the colored stretchy book covers sold at CVS and other places. Works well enough for me and they're cheap and cheery

Do you have as picture of this you could post?

Pretty sure they look like this. http://www.marlyspearson.com/book%20on%20bus%204.jpg

noisyturtle · « **Reply #20 on:** Wed, 24 September 2014, 19:02:45 »

I have my dust covers made by Digital Deck Covers. They take custom orders, have a decent database of existing measurements, and have a pretty quick turn around for custom orders. I've ordered 3 custom dust covers for my video game systems and the quality is decent and they do have vinyl covers as well. I opted for the double-sided quilted black nylon because it just looks pimp as ****.

https://www.digitaldeckcovers.com/

I can upload some pics of what they made for me if you'd like.

DaCiRo · « **Reply #21 on:** Thu, 25 September 2014, 08:51:00 »

Thanks!!,. that link toke me to another and I found these two:

computerdustcovers.com and http://www.compucover.com
Te first one has an order from that couldn't be any simpler (see page 2 for keyboard section) http://computerdustcovers.com/forms/Custom_Order_Dimension.pdf

I just reached to them by mail, hopefully they will ship to Japan....

DaCiRo · « **Reply #22 on:** Thu, 25 September 2014, 08:56:16 »

BTW, noisyturtle any pictures you could share would be great.
I am wondering how your covers fit in considering the back elevation of the keyboard, I mean:
at the back due to the elevation the height is 2 inches, but on the front side it is the height it is only 1 inch,... so are your dust covers are perfectly box-squared or inclined towards the front just as the keyboard shell.

noisyturtle · « **Reply #23 on:** Thu, 25 September 2014, 19:20:52 »

Quote from: DaCiRo on Thu, 25 September 2014, 08:56:16

BTW, noisyturtle any pictures you could share would be great.
I am wondering how your covers fit in considering the back elevation of the keyboard, I mean:
at the back due to the elevation the height is 2 inches, but on the front side it is the height it is only 1 inch,... so are your dust covers are perfectly box-squared or inclined towards the front just as the keyboard shell.

I have that issue with my Neo Geo because it's slanted, so there is space where it dips down. But the material is strong enough to stand on it's own and hold it's shape. It's not going to conform unless you ask them to cut it at an angle, which I neglected to do on my order. But they will work with you, I asked for a liftable flap in the back and they sent me a few pics of different ways they could make it and let me pick.

0100010 · « **Reply #24 on:** Thu, 25 September 2014, 21:47:35 »

Maybe order a 101 cover from Unicomp and cut it down?

http://pckeyboard.com/page/ProtectiveCovers/CVR

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