Hi Everybody!
This is my first post, so please be gentle!
I've been interested in building a mechanical keyboard for myself for a very long time and have only recently started to look around for options. Originally I was going to settle on a Phantom as my first, as the PCB is pretty easy to get hold of (that is, a website called mechanicalkeyboards.com sells one) and there are plenty of instructional videos out and guides there. I've watched a few and even though I haven't soldered anything since school, I reckon I could handle that.
However.
I've been lurking on /r/mechanicalkeyboards and came across the Planck. I'm smitten. Exactly the sort of thing I'm after; portable, unique and different enough to make taking the plunge worthwhile!
I'm out of the loop in regards to this keyboard but I believe that there is a PCB design out there which utilises surface mounted diodes and mircoecontroller.
So my question is this:
- Does anyone know if it is possible to purchase the PCB (or a complete kit)?
- If so, where might I find that?
- If not, I think the PCB designs are in the Github project. Can anyone recommend a company who might be able to manufacture a one off of the PCB for myself?
- And to throw a spanner in the works; I'm in the UK, so any help with these questions and my locality (to keep postage costs low) would be marvellous!
Anyways, thanks for keeping a very informative and lively community! Can't wait until I'm part of the gang!
Cheers!
Ben
