[IC]Revo & Dr.D Sandwich TKL keyboard

[RevoTeam]

Hi,everyone:
I am Raymond from Revo Design. Today i am gonna show you our lastest custom Tenkeyless keyboard.

This is a Custom keyboard designed by keyboard enthusiast Dr.D and produced by Revo Design.

Less is more. That’s what Dr.D wants for his keyboard. After using other sandwich keyboards,he want to do something different.With no metal mat on the bottom,this keyboard weights over 2 kg. You will feel like typing on something that can not be moved.
Simple,elegant,something you will love for a long time. That’s how i feel about this board,and i hope you guys can enjoy it as well.

Let’s see some pictures of the sample we made:





Features:
Aluminum 6063t
CNC made cases
Anode
7 degree slope
Ansi and Iso
Fully programmable
Full LED backlighting

The kit will include:
Upper case(wk or wkl)
Middle case
Lower case
Plate
PCB
Logo D(made of alu and anode)
Screws and rubber mat

Color option: black,silver,red,blue,gray,pink

Price: Around $260 usd (shipping and fees not included)

GB time: I am hoping we can run this one really quick.
This will run on EC and GH at the same time.

To be determined:

Shipping cost.

Payment method(I really don't know much about this,if anyone can help with that,please let me know.That will be much appreciated!)


So what do you think,guys? leave a message or PM me,i'll get back to you as soon as i saw them

Thank you.

I see you all interested in the Logo D.....For people who don't like it, i'll make a version of no logo on the top.

Update: The D is inspired by Initial D. About the PCB,we use a M87. It's programmable via bootmapper. The middle layer is made of anodized alu,so you can chose from the color we provided.
I prefer with no back lighting on the PCB. They only look good in the pictures.

Here is a color sampe:


More pictures of the design:




Currently,we are making another sample.I'll post more pictures later on.

One with logo or without logo(PS):


Updates:











Maybe another kind of plate?

final update:


After some test. We decided to make the cable fixed on the pcb using xh2.54 port. In that case i will give a free cable like the picture(normal usb,not the yarbo ps2. you can get yarbo +$10).The cable will be handmade,so that are pretty good.
I will start the groupbuy this saturday. Thank you for your patience,everyone. cheers.

[SpAmRaY]

That D though

[mathiasn]

Interested.

That said, ...
if at least the "D" didn't stand out like that - I could live with the D in (top-) case colour.

[RevoTeam]

That D though

We can simply remove it,if people don't like it.

[ba7777]

Even not a custom KBD dude I am, still into this board. And Raymond will you kindly reveal something more about this genius Dr.D？which field does he/she specialize in?

[RevoTeam]

Interested.

That said, ...
if at least the "D" didn't stand out like that - I could live with the D in (top-) case colour.

You can chose any color for that D. That  "D" is anode alu.

I can do a version of no logo...

[Photekq]

Love it!

How is the black inside the D achieved? Is it an insert, or is it painted?

[RevoTeam]

Love it!

How is the black inside the D achieved? Is it an insert, or is it painted?

It's insert. It's made of alu. so you can chose the color of the D.
 
If people hate that D,I'll remove it. If people love it, i will give two D in one set.

[joey]

Looks pretty nice. Got any pics of the unassembled kit?

[nickheller]

nice

[nickysan92]

Looks great

Not really a fan of the "D" though (lol)

[Photekq]

If people hate that D,I'll remove it.

[Data]

Photekq loves the D.   

I don't hate it, it's just a little big and the color you chose for the sample makes it stand out too much.  It would be cool to have something in that spot, just make it a little smaller or a little more subtle (at least for the sample photos).

[romevi]

Man, should've come into this thread sooner. Already had a bunch of "Who wants the D?" phrases lined up.

[Prelim]

the middle bezel would have more colours? (black, gold, silver, etc)

[Liocer]

Indredasting..

[redbanshee]

Are you guys developing the PCB or using a pre existing one like B.87? What firmware?

Acrylic middle plate option? Underlighting?

[switchnollie]

I'm a fan of the D since it reminds me of Initial D

It being an insert allowing diff colors is very appealing as well.

Possible to get a half plate?

[kawasaki161]

I'm a fan of the D since it reminds me of Initial D

That was my first reaction to that one too haha.



I think the best way to deal with the "D or no D" controversy that is beginning to form here is to just produce D-stickers or something like that, that way every user can decide on wether or not they want the D.

[Gajible]

Are the top and bottom plates available in the all the colours as well?

[Liocer]

I'm in the, not a huge fan of the d club. However if it were more subtle (black on black for example) it might be easier on the eye. Also want to know more about the pcb and lighting options.


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[Lepidus]

Damn, this board looks really nice. Hope it takes a some time for the GB to start tho, all those GMK sets left me broke for a while.

Please consider a golden middle plate for extra bling.

[JDragon]

Looks amazing.

I want the D! As logos go, it looks pretty nice.

[romevi]

I would consider getting this, but I'd like to know which PCB is provided and, depending on that, if RGB underglow is possible.

[SixtyLife]

interested in no logo version! how is the plate mounted to the case?

[switchnollie]

interested in no logo version! how is the plate mounted to the case?

Ohh yeah, would also like to know :0

Always think of sandwich having the plate on top layer like GON or wkl but that's not the case here.

[loud_asian]

Consider me interested

Can we get more info on the PCB?

[sherryton]

I'm a fan of the D since it reminds me of Initial D

It being an insert allowing diff colors is very appealing as well.

Possible to get a half plate?

It reminded me of Initial D too lol

[SevenU]

Color me interested. Kind of want to see blue and silver or blue and gray.

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[waone567]

I'm straight but this D is an exception. Interested 

[RevoTeam]

Damn, this board looks really nice. Hope it takes a some time for the GB to start tho, all those GMK sets left me broke for a while.

Please consider a golden middle plate for extra bling.

I am afraid we can not the color of gold....but i'll definitely try to make it work

[Elrick]

A Brilliant but subtle design, we need more stuff like this.

Also noted it doesn't appear to have any RGB Lights - LOVE you to BITS.

About time some sane, grown up person decided to release a rather nice design before the masses, without cramming it full of Led Diarrhea, thanks for doing it  .

When you decide to inform us on the full costings and of course receiving it all through Paypal, then we might  have a real keyboard to look forward to BUT if handling Paypal directly seems quite inappropriate to you, then we all could go through MassDrop which loves dealing with customized Keyboard purchases.  Let them handle all the payments and distribution of your product.

[RevoTeam]

A Brilliant but subtle design, we need more stuff like this.

Also noted it doesn't appear to have any RGB Lights - LOVE you to BITS.

About time some sane, grown up person decided to release a rather nice design before the masses, without cramming it full of Led Diarrhea, thanks for doing it  .

When you decide to inform us on the full costings and of course receiving it all through Paypal, then we might  have a real keyboard to look forward to BUT if handling Paypal directly seems quite inappropriate to you, then we all could go through MassDrop which loves dealing with customized Keyboard purchases.  Let them handle all the payments and distribution of your product.

Thank you,my friend.Those are lovely comment. I am so happy to see someone like the design.
Dr.D wants to do IC here and see if people like this keyboard,anyway rest assured i'll make this happen either way.
 

[Erysichthon]

I'd be very interested in the no-D version

[switchnollie]

May get this for my sister for work so I'd actually prefer the cleaner no D look

If possible pictures of ano color would be sweet.

[joey]

Is it possible to buy without a PCB? And is the USB location the same as winkeyless.kr A87 and GON's TKL PCBs?

[Patchwrks]

Im down

[gadzkun]

like it and love the prices, but please dont go with massdrop, the customs is to damn high.

[Liocer]

Is it possible to buy without a PCB? And is the USB location the same as winkeyless.kr A87 and GON's TKL PCBs?

Joey I think it's a clone board, everything I've been reading on it suggests they're more or less the same.


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[RevoTeam]

Is it possible to buy without a PCB? And is the USB location the same as winkeyless.kr A87 and GON's TKL PCBs?

Sorry,you can't buy without a PCB. Dr.D change the design and make the cable in-separated.I'll show some design pictures later.

[RevoTeam]

interested in no logo version! how is the plate mounted to the case?

Ohh yeah, would also like to know :0

Always think of sandwich having the plate on top layer like GON or wkl but that's not the case here.

Are the top and bottom plates available in the all the colours as well?

Looks pretty nice. Got any pics of the unassembled kit?

It's mounted to the upper case.  Will have some pictures coming later on.

[xondat]

Interesting less is more mentality but having 5 case parts really contradicts that for some reason. However, it is rather pretty in the right colors I imagine.

[RevoTeam]

Interesting less is more mentality but having 5 case parts really contradicts that for some reason. However, it is rather pretty in the right colors I imagine.

Yep,color matters. I don't know how to do renders,otherwise you will see a much more beautiful board.
I think the design is pretty simple. Cause for a sandwich keyboard,you always need that many parts.
There is one version without the logo D.that one is simple enough,right?my friend.Hope you can like it

[gadzkun]

can you add a place for metal weight insert just like octagon v2 so we can add a metal weight by ourselves.

[RevoTeam]

can you add a place for metal weight insert just like octagon v2 so we can add a metal weight by ourselves.

It's not hard to do that.
We used to have a weight designed in the bottom,but after the sample made we remove it. It's already very heavy.
I don't think we need to add a metal weight,what do you say?
 

[SixtyLife]

I'm ok with no weight if it's already heavy and if not having a weight keeps the costs low ($260 is nice!)

[gadzkun]

can you add a place for metal weight insert just like octagon v2 so we can add a metal weight by ourselves.

It's not hard to do that.
We used to have a weight designed in the bottom,but after the sample made we remove it. It's already very heavy.
I don't think we need to add a metal weight,what do you say?
 

okay im sold.  )
now i cant wait for this to run, please do the GB in GH

[WNovizar]

can you add a place for metal weight insert just like octagon v2 so we can add a metal weight by ourselves.

It's not hard to do that.
We used to have a weight designed in the bottom,but after the sample made we remove it. It's already very heavy.
I don't think we need to add a metal weight,what do you say?
 

okay im sold.  )
now i cant wait for this to run, please do the GB in GH

What's with you suddenly liking TKL D: ):

[gadzkun]

can you add a place for metal weight insert just like octagon v2 so we can add a metal weight by ourselves.

It's not hard to do that.
We used to have a weight designed in the bottom,but after the sample made we remove it. It's already very heavy.
I don't think we need to add a metal weight,what do you say?
 

okay im sold.  )
now i cant wait for this to run, please do the GB in GH

What's with you suddenly liking TKL D: ):

because good full alu 75% still not available

[joey]

Is it possible to buy without a PCB? And is the USB location the same as winkeyless.kr A87 and GON's TKL PCBs?

Sorry,you can't buy without a PCB. Dr.D change the design and make the cable in-separated.I'll show some design pictures later.

I'm ok buying without the PCB. I just hope the USB hole matches A.87/GON TKL. I plan on making my own TKL PCB and want it to fit this and the Mech27-TKL (https://geekhack.org/index.php?topic=81351.0)

[RevoTeam]

Is it possible to buy without a PCB? And is the USB location the same as winkeyless.kr A87 and GON's TKL PCBs?

Sorry,you can't buy without a PCB. Dr.D change the design and make the cable in-separated.I'll show some design pictures later.

I'm ok buying without the PCB. I just hope the USB hole matches A.87/GON TKL. I plan on making my own TKL PCB and want it to fit this and the Mech27-TKL (https://geekhack.org/index.php?topic=81351.0)

It's a match. Are you making your own PCB? That's so cool.

[joey]

It's a match. Are you making your own PCB? That's so cool.

Yes I am Originally for the mech27-tkl, but since it matches I might join this GB too!
I also made a 60% PCB in the past.

[RevoTeam]

It's a match. Are you making your own PCB? That's so cool.

Yes I am Originally for the mech27-tkl, but since it matches I might join this GB too!
I also made a 60% PCB in the past.

Awesome. May i ask why you have to make your own PCB. Will your PCB have some cool functions?like RGB lighting or something?
Anyway, i am thinking about to have another kind of plate made. Maybe you can still have some use of the pcb.
Hope you have a good weekend!

[joey]

It's a match. Are you making your own PCB? That's so cool.

Yes I am Originally for the mech27-tkl, but since it matches I might join this GB too!
I also made a 60% PCB in the past.

Awesome. May i ask why you have to make your own PCB. Will your PCB have some cool functions?like RGB lighting or something?
Anyway, i am thinking about to have another kind of plate made. Maybe you can still have some use of the pcb.
Hope you have a good weekend!

It's mostly for fun I can pick the MCU used, and therefore run my own firmware (https://github.com/jgouly/keyboard-firmware)
Since the Mech27-TKL will most likely come with a middle layer diffuser, I'll probably look at adding some RGB under-lighting. Again, most for the "challenge" of the PCB design/firmware.

[Prelim]

can't the middle colored case be cut in the same dimensions than the other parts? (I think it would look better than being larger)

[RevoTeam]

can't the middle colored case be cut in the same dimensions than the other parts? (I think it would look better than being larger)

I wouldn't change that at the moment. If i cut the middle case the same dimensions as the other case,then i don't think there will be a need for the middle case.That could be totally redesign.
And trust me it looks better this way.

[itskuroi]

Most of these comments seem to want it to be something generic like most TKLs. I love the way this looks, D and all! Can't wait to join.

It helps that my name starts with a D

[duhhey]

I'm Interested

[kawasaki161]

Most of these comments seem to want it to be something generic like most TKLs.

I really don't get this though. I mean there are sooooo many generic TKLs which more or less look the same and have the same features.
I like this idea since it's a nice and most of all different approach. I'm still not a fan of the TKL layout though.

[joey]

Most of these comments seem to want it to be something generic like most TKLs.

I really don't get this though. I mean there are sooooo many generic TKLs which more or less look the same and have the same features.
I like this idea since it's a nice and most of all different approach. I'm still not a fan of the TKL layout though.

I like the middle piece style and I think others do too. It's just the 'D' logo some people don't like.

[kawasaki161]

I like the middle piece style and I think others do too. It's just the 'D' logo some people don't like.

But, if I understood the start post right, the D is just an optional logo and not a part of the case. It's really complaining about nothing at this moment. It's like "the PCB has LED support but I don't even use those... badly designed product".
I think branding, to some point at least, is very important. If you look at the currently available TKLs you quickly realize why that is the case: They all look alike. Even if the logo would be forced for some reason, I don't really see a problem with it as long as you can choose the color of it. A nice grey to grey contrast (or going for no contrast at all) can really change the looks of it and will take away the flashyness, if that's what you prefer.

[repuls0r]

Any rough estimate for when this will go live?

[joey]

I like the middle piece style and I think others do too. It's just the 'D' logo some people don't like.

But, if I understood the start post right, the D is just an optional logo and not a part of the case. It's really complaining about nothing at this moment. It's like "the PCB has LED support but I don't even use those... badly designed product".
I think branding, to some point at least, is very important. If you look at the currently available TKLs you quickly realize why that is the case: They all look alike. Even if the logo would be forced for some reason, I don't really see a problem with it as long as you can choose the color of it. A nice grey to grey contrast (or going for no contrast at all) can really change the looks of it and will take away the flashyness, if that's what you prefer.

If it was something other than a 'D', people may like the branding.

[repuls0r]

Without the D and I guess you could count me in

[Lepidus]

Will the PCB fit switches upside down, like most backlit boards? If so, can this be discussed? I dont think anybody will use translucent keycaps anyway, and fitting the switches on the right position will grant better compatibility with cherry profile caps.

[loud_asian]

Will the PCB fit switches upside down, like most backlit boards? If so, can this be discussed? I dont think anybody will use translucent keycaps anyway, and fitting the switches on the right position will grant better compatibility with cherry profile caps.

https://world.taobao.com/item/44253018064.htm#detail <-- link to pcb

It looks like the switches will be mounted with the LEDs on the bottom of the switch

[switchnollie]

Most of these comments seem to want it to be something generic like most TKLs. I love the way this looks, D and all! Can't wait to join.

The housing is pretty unique IMO.

Can't remember the last time I saw a TKL that looks like that.

[RevoTeam]

Any rough estimate for when this will go live?

Very soon.There is no reason to delay. We have made samples.So maybe few days after i get the second sample and check it.
 

[Tmeee]

Dr.D!Dr.D!

[Data]

Keeping some money in reserve for this.  I'm thinking the D logo will look great in the same color as the main case body.  If it's a raised letter it will stand out just enough to be recognizable but not so much that it's distracting.

[Namkhanhv]

Cool design! My wallet is ready

[nicx]

Love the look.

[alienman82]

just seeing this looks nice.

[joey]

Anxious for this one to start!

[alienman82]

can we chat on QQ? 

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[joey]

can we chat on QQ? 

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Just chat with me on snapchat

[RevoTeam]

can we chat on QQ? 

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Add you.Mine is 1556101142.

[RevoTeam]

can we chat on QQ? 

3516879524

Just chat with me on snapchat

GH should develop an im so that we could all talk together.lol

[djchup]

Interested in logoless version, can't wait for this to go live.

[alienman82]

I want the D not sure what the dealio is


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[joey]

can we chat on QQ? 

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Just chat with me on snapchat

GH should develop an im so that we could all talk together.lol

There is an IRC channel where some of us hang out!
Any updates on the sample / when the GB will start?

I should buy some RGB LEDs to start prototyping..

[JDragon]

Any chance of white as a color? White with red or blue as the sandwich would look amazing IMO.

[RevoTeam]

Any chance of white as a color? White with red or blue as the sandwich would look amazing IMO.

we can't do white at the moment. Maybe silver? I dont know if anyone have do a white alu anode before,but i never seen a white one.
 

[JDragon]

Any chance of white as a color? White with red or blue as the sandwich would look amazing IMO.

we can't do white at the moment. Maybe silver? I dont know if anyone have do a white alu anode before,but i never seen a white one.
 

I thought I saw one before, but now that I think about it, it was probably powder coated. No worries though, I can always get silver and powder coat it white locally. Really excited about this board, that aluminum sandwich look is really unique!

[RevoTeam]

Any chance of white as a color? White with red or blue as the sandwich would look amazing IMO.

we can't do white at the moment. Maybe silver? I dont know if anyone have do a white alu anode before,but i never seen a white one.
 

I thought I saw one before, but now that I think about it, it was probably powder coated. No worries though, I can always get silver and powder coat it white locally. Really excited about this board, that aluminum sandwich look is really unique!

no worries. i will open gb very soon. one or two weeks from now. silver should look great.i'll get a silver one myself.lol

[gadzkun]

Any chance of white as a color? White with red or blue as the sandwich would look amazing IMO.

we can't do white at the moment. Maybe silver? I dont know if anyone have do a white alu anode before,but i never seen a white one.
 

I thought I saw one before, but now that I think about it, it was probably powder coated. No worries though, I can always get silver and powder coat it white locally. Really excited about this board, that aluminum sandwich look is really unique!

no worries. i will open gb very soon. one or two weeks from now. silver should look great.i'll get a silver one myself.lol

at last, yeah i cant wait any longer

[RevoTeam]

Any chance of white as a color? White with red or blue as the sandwich would look amazing IMO.

we can't do white at the moment. Maybe silver? I dont know if anyone have do a white alu anode before,but i never seen a white one.
 

I thought I saw one before, but now that I think about it, it was probably powder coated. No worries though, I can always get silver and powder coat it white locally. Really excited about this board, that aluminum sandwich look is really unique!

no worries. i will open gb very soon. one or two weeks from now. silver should look great.i'll get a silver one myself.lol

at last, yeah i cant wait any longer

Will be update something in the weekend, and we can go to GB
The whole set will weight 1.7kg (without switches and keycaps). Will that be enough for you

[alienman82]

Any chance of white as a color? White with red or blue as the sandwich would look amazing IMO.

we can't do white at the moment. Maybe silver? I dont know if anyone have do a white alu anode before,but i never seen a white one.
 

I thought I saw one before, but now that I think about it, it was probably powder coated. No worries though, I can always get silver and powder coat it white locally. Really excited about this board, that aluminum sandwich look is really unique!

no worries. i will open gb very soon. one or two weeks from now. silver should look great.i'll get a silver one myself.lol

at last, yeah i cant wait any longer

Will be update something in the weekend, and we can go to GB
The whole set will weight 1.7kg (without switches and keycaps). Will that be enough for you

Can't decide on color!  I have so many silver boards already T_T  Maybe I will get black

[gadzkun]

Any chance of white as a color? White with red or blue as the sandwich would look amazing IMO.

we can't do white at the moment. Maybe silver? I dont know if anyone have do a white alu anode before,but i never seen a white one.
 

I thought I saw one before, but now that I think about it, it was probably powder coated. No worries though, I can always get silver and powder coat it white locally. Really excited about this board, that aluminum sandwich look is really unique!

no worries. i will open gb very soon. one or two weeks from now. silver should look great.i'll get a silver one myself.lol

at last, yeah i cant wait any longer

Will be update something in the weekend, and we can go to GB
The whole set will weight 1.7kg (without switches and keycaps). Will that be enough for you

im ok with weight. how about titanium color?
titanium - black/grey - titanium this must be nice

[RevoTeam]

Any chance of white as a color? White with red or blue as the sandwich would look amazing IMO.

we can't do white at the moment. Maybe silver? I dont know if anyone have do a white alu anode before,but i never seen a white one.
 

I thought I saw one before, but now that I think about it, it was probably powder coated. No worries though, I can always get silver and powder coat it white locally. Really excited about this board, that aluminum sandwich look is really unique!

no worries. i will open gb very soon. one or two weeks from now. silver should look great.i'll get a silver one myself.lol

at last, yeah i cant wait any longer

Will be update something in the weekend, and we can go to GB
The whole set will weight 1.7kg (without switches and keycaps). Will that be enough for you

Can't decide on color!  I have so many silver boards already T_T  Maybe I will get black

Black is great. You can chose red in the middle. It's should be classic.

[joey]

Black is great. You can chose red in the middle. It's should be classic.

I'm unsure of the colour I want too!

Thinking:
Black, pink middle (like the sample)
Black, grey middle (subtle)
Grey, black middle (also subtle)
Silver, grey middle
grey, silver middle

So many options.

[RevoTeam]

Black is great. You can chose red in the middle. It's should be classic.

I'm unsure of the colour I want too!

Thinking:
Black, pink middle (like the sample)
Black, grey middle (subtle)
Grey, black middle (also subtle)
Silver, grey middle
grey, silver middle

So many options.

isn't that great to have so many options! anyway you should chose the color you love.just go with your feelings.It could never go wrong

[joey]

isn't that great to have so many options! anyway you should chose the color you love.just go with your feelings.It could never go wrong

It might just be easier to buy 5 boards

[RevoTeam]

im ok with weight. how about titanium color?
titanium - black/grey - titanium this must be nice
[/quote]
 Look are the grey in the color sample. Someone call it titanium.
 

[RevoTeam]

isn't that great to have so many options! anyway you should chose the color you love.just go with your feelings.It could never go wrong

It might just be easier to buy 5 boards

that's what i love to hear,man. thank you!

[Data]

Any chance of white as a color? White with red or blue as the sandwich would look amazing IMO.

we can't do white at the moment. Maybe silver? I dont know if anyone have do a white alu anode before,but i never seen a white one.
 

I thought I saw one before, but now that I think about it, it was probably powder coated. No worries though, I can always get silver and powder coat it white locally. Really excited about this board, that aluminum sandwich look is really unique!

no worries. i will open gb very soon. one or two weeks from now. silver should look great.i'll get a silver one myself.lol

My wallet is ready.

[RevoTeam]

got updates. more picture. up up up

[joey]

got updates. more picture. up up up

Thanks! Gives us a better idea of the colour options.

I'm also interested in half plate.

[RevoTeam]

got updates. more picture. up up up

Thanks! Gives us a better idea of the colour options.

I'm also interested in half plate.

some people suggest me to do PC plate. i can do that,but moq is 10. so i am not sure if we can get that done

[joey]

got updates. more picture. up up up

Thanks! Gives us a better idea of the colour options.

I'm also interested in half plate.

some people suggest me to do PC plate. i can do that,but moq is 10. so i am not sure if we can get that done

I'm also interested in PC plate. 10 people doesn't seem terribly high!

The plates don't support switch opening, right?

[RevoTeam]

got updates. more picture. up up up

Thanks! Gives us a better idea of the colour options.

I'm also interested in half plate.

some people suggest me to do PC plate. i can do that,but moq is 10. so i am not sure if we can get that done

I'm also interested in PC plate. 10 people doesn't seem terribly high!

The plates don't support switch opening, right?

no it doesn't support switch opening.  about the PC plate, i'll see what i can do about that. i'll try to lower the moq,but i dont think i can do that.

[alienman82]

I'll get a PC plate.  For sure my friend!

[joey]

I'll get a PC plate.  For sure my friend!

I think me and alienman82 want a PC plate in addition to the alu plate.

(In a PM it seemed RevoTeam thought I meant that I wanted to replace the Alu with a PC plate)

[alienman82]

I'll get a PC plate.  For sure my friend!

I think me and alienman82 want a PC plate in addition to the alu plate.

(In a PM it seemed RevoTeam thought I meant that I wanted to replace the Alu with a PC plate)

I would get both plates if it mean the PC will happen. 

[RevoTeam]

I'll get a PC plate.  For sure my friend!

I think me and alienman82 want a PC plate in addition to the alu plate.

(In a PM it seemed RevoTeam thought I meant that I wanted to replace the Alu with a PC plate)

In that case, i'll tell the price tomorrow... i am talking to alienman82 now. He think we all be ok with 10....

[JDragon]

PC plate = polycarbonate? If so, I'd be interested.

[alienman82]

PC plate = polycarbonate? If so, I'd be interested.

correct

[Data]

I'd also be interested in Alu + PC plates.

[redbanshee]

If it is a 5mm polycarb plate with stabilizer cutouts on the underside I would also be interested in a PC and alum plate. But if its a 1.5mm PC plate that will be pretty flimsy.

[joey]

If it is a 5mm polycarb plate with stabilizer cutouts on the underside I would also be interested in a PC and alum plate. But if its a 1.5mm PC plate that will be pretty flimsy.

5mm polycarb plate would likely need to have some bits CNC'd to 1.5mm, which would probably make that a weak stress point.

Look at how the plate mounts to the middle piece:

https://geekhack.org/index.php?action=dlattach;topic=83590.0;attach=143238;image

[Data]

Did I read that this was both Winkey and Winkeyless?  It looks like the plate and PCB support both layouts, but all the renders show Winkelyess.  Are the blockers optional in the top case?

[redbanshee]

If it is a 5mm polycarb plate with stabilizer cutouts on the underside I would also be interested in a PC and alum plate. But if its a 1.5mm PC plate that will be pretty flimsy.

5mm polycarb plate would likely need to have some bits CNC'd to 1.5mm, which would probably make that a weak stress point.

Look at how the plate mounts to the middle piece:

https://geekhack.org/index.php?action=dlattach;topic=83590.0;attach=143238;image

Trade off I guess, flimsy plate or plate with weak points... actually dont think I would want a PC plate after you pointing that out.

[alienman82]

I think the PC plate should be a 1.5mm~~ (not 5mm) partial plate.  This is to allow for the PCB switch feel while allowing the mods stability.   

[redbanshee]

I think the PC plate should be a 1.5mm~~ (not 5mm) partial plate.  This is to allow for the PCB switch feel while allowing the mods stability.

You cant just have your PCB hanging off a 1.5mm PC plate with an air-gap, especially a partial plate. Its not strong enough.

Theres a reason why WKL and GON have another layer between the 1.5mm plate and the PCB..

[alienman82]

I think the PC plate should be a 1.5mm~~ (not 5mm) partial plate.  This is to allow for the PCB switch feel while allowing the mods stability.

You cant just have your PCB hanging off a 1.5mm PC plate with an air-gap, especially a partial plate. Its not strong enough.

Theres a reason why WKL and GON have another layer between the 1.5mm plate and the PCB..

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We will see what Revo says.  I am not sure what the thickness is. 

[joey]

I think the PC plate should be a 1.5mm~~ (not 5mm) partial plate.  This is to allow for the PCB switch feel while allowing the mods stability.

You cant just have your PCB hanging off a 1.5mm PC plate with an air-gap, especially a partial plate. Its not strong enough.

Theres a reason why WKL and GON have another layer between the 1.5mm plate and the PCB..

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I assembled an octagon with just a 1.5mm polycarb full plate.
I agree with the other layer thing though, was planning to make one of those actually.

[JDragon]

5mm acrylic/PC plate would be a dream. I have a SPRiT one and the sounds from that board are so much better than those from my boards with metal plates.

[ramnes]

Interested without the D (could be something smaller though)

[RevoTeam]

If it is a 5mm polycarb plate with stabilizer cutouts on the underside I would also be interested in a PC and alum plate. But if its a 1.5mm PC plate that will be pretty flimsy.

I think the PC plate should be a 1.5mm~~ (not 5mm) partial plate.  This is to allow for the PCB switch feel while allowing the mods stability.

You cant just have your PCB hanging off a 1.5mm PC plate with an air-gap, especially a partial plate. Its not strong enough.

Theres a reason why WKL and GON have another layer between the 1.5mm plate and the PCB..

Show Image

I assembled an octagon with just a 1.5mm polycarb full plate.
I agree with the other layer thing though, was planning to make one of those actually.

I think the PC plate should be a 1.5mm~~ (not 5mm) partial plate.  This is to allow for the PCB switch feel while allowing the mods stability.

You cant just have your PCB hanging off a 1.5mm PC plate with an air-gap, especially a partial plate. Its not strong enough.

Theres a reason why WKL and GON have another layer between the 1.5mm plate and the PCB..

Show Image

We will see what Revo says.  I am not sure what the thickness is. 

Guys, it will be a 1.5mm pc plate. Because it have to be the same thickness with the alu plate. Or just make something in between the plate and pcb.
The cost will be 15 usd. moq still 10.

[RevoTeam]

Did I read that this was both Winkey and Winkeyless?  It looks like the plate and PCB support both layouts, but all the renders show Winkelyess.  Are the blockers optional in the top case?

yep, just having two kind of topping case. no blockers. blockers dont look good.

[RevoTeam]

5mm acrylic/PC plate would be a dream. I have a SPRiT one and the sounds from that board are so much better than those from my boards with metal plates.

if it's a 60% i can do 5mm no problem. but 80% have to mounted the plate on the upper case or the lower case(middle case in this keyboard). in that case i cant do 5mm.

[Data]

Did I read that this was both Winkey and Winkeyless?  It looks like the plate and PCB support both layouts, but all the renders show Winkelyess.  Are the blockers optional in the top case?

yep, just having two kind of topping case. no blockers. blockers dont look good.

Thanks. I thought you had responded to this before but I couldn't find it.

[joey]

The cost will be 15 usd. moq still 10.

Dang, 15 USD is cheap.

[alienman82]

The cost will be 15 usd. moq still 10.

Dang, 15 USD is cheap.

yeah pretty darn cheap, should hit 10 orders easily. 

[JDragon]

Is there any chance of gold being a color option for the GB by any chance?

[RevoTeam]

Is there any chance of gold being a color option for the GB by any chance?

Sorry,we dont have the color of gold at the moment.

[JDragon]

Is there any chance of gold being a color option for the GB by any chance?

Sorry,we dont have the color of gold at the moment.

Ah darn, black and gold would have looked amazing imo.


It's too hard to choose colors, so many possibilities. I think I'll probably go black and pink, super hyped for the GB.

[RevoTeam]

everyone, final update. GB is coming. My work have been dragging me lately. But we will be good to go this weekend.

[gadzkun]

everyone, final update. GB is coming. My work have been dragging me lately. But we will be good to go this weekend.

HYPUUUUUU

[joey]

everyone, final update. GB is coming. My work have been dragging me lately. But we will be good to go this weekend.

HYPUUUUUU

[Data]

everyone, final update. GB is coming. My work have been dragging me lately. But we will be good to go this weekend.

YISSSSSSSSSSSSSSSSSS.

[gadzkun]

oh yeah i forgot, can Dr.D use 1.75 right shift?

like this

[xondat]

oh yeah i forgot, can Dr.D use 1.75 right shift?

like this

Plate design in the OP doesn't allow for it, whether they've changed it is beyond me.

[RevoTeam]

oh yeah i forgot, can Dr.D use 1.75 right shift?

like this

no  it doesn't support that



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[gadzkun]

oh yeah i forgot, can Dr.D use 1.75 right shift?

like this

Plate design in the OP doesn't allow for it, whether they've changed it is beyond me.

oh yeah i forgot, can Dr.D use 1.75 right shift?

like this

no  it doesn't support that



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ahh ic, but its okay i just change right alt to FN then

[Data]

So... fixed cable for this?  Am I reading that right?

[JDragon]

Darn it, fixed cable. Everything else was perfect. T_T

[joey]

Hm, I might not be able to order then.

Revo can you show a picture of the PCB and where the xh2.54 has to go?
Or do you think a USB connector could still fit in that hole, if I make the PCB myself?

[xondat]

Hm, I might not be able to order then.

Revo can you show a picture of the PCB and where the xh2.54 has to go?
Or do you think a USB connector could still fit in that hole, if I make the PCB myself?

Some pictures show the USB port sticking out  )

[joey]

Hm, I might not be able to order then.

Revo can you show a picture of the PCB and where the xh2.54 has to go?
Or do you think a USB connector could still fit in that hole, if I make the PCB myself?

Some pictures show the USB port sticking out  )

I'm just worried that they've changed the design.

[Elrick]

Darn it, fixed cable. Everything else was perfect. T_T

It means you can ALWAYS hook up your keyboard no matter what.

I HATE when a new keyboard design presents itself without a cable attached then tells me I have to spend MORE money to buy it, so that the damn keyboard would work, sux to the extreme.

When I lay down my money I want the keyboard ALL there, ready to be connected to any PC for work.  Also I've seen keyboards with failed usb micro/mini ports, so for all intensive purposes that keyboard becomes dead to everyone unless someone re-solders a brand new usb connector to it  .

For once it's time to finally make a keyboard with a usb cable attached to it, I'm no idiot wireless fanatic and will never be one BUT I want this keyboard with an inbuilt cable ready to be used immediately when it arrives at my address.

[gadzkun]

i really like the cables its already coiled, and with +$10 you get a high quality ones

[whentheclouds]

It means you can ALWAYS hook up your keyboard no matter what.

it also means you lose the customizability aspect, which sorta goes against the idea of a custom keyboard. so i can understand why it would be a dealbreaker to some

[RevoTeam]

the reason why we  change it to fixed cable is after the test we find out  the mini usb cant fit all the cables. some cable  will  not be working well. it  may caused disconnection sometimes. if we  widen the usb port  it  will be very ulgy...so we give everyone a free  cable. yabro port have to  charge another 10bucks is because the cost of  it is expensive otherwise  we will  be losing  money. its hard to  please everyone but i  am trying here . thanks for every comment. cheers


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[RevoTeam]

It means you can ALWAYS hook up your keyboard no matter what.

it also means you lose the customizability aspect, which sorta goes against the idea of a custom keyboard. so i can understand why it would be a dealbreaker to some

tbh its not against the custom its  just  harder  to do  it. people  make  great cables for otd keyboards. same case here. anyway you can solder the cable on the pcb as well. just you have fix the cable on the pcb



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[Elrick]

It means you can ALWAYS hook up your keyboard no matter what.

it also means you lose the customizability aspect, which sorta goes against the idea of a custom keyboard. so i can understand why it would be a dealbreaker to some

tbh its not against the custom its  just  harder  to do  it. people  make  great cables for otd keyboards. same case here. anyway you can solder the cable on the pcb as well. just you have fix the cable on the pcb

Also don't forget for some wanting to use their keyboard EVERYWHERE means that they are more prone to having a faulty usb connection involving fitting and removing the cable multiple times.

So you have to decide what will work long term, a removable cable prone to eventual failure or a permanent connection that lasts longer?  Can see why Real Force/Filco and some other manufacturers went with a permanent cable attached due to the same circumstances faced with their usage.

[loud_asian]

Is the hole for the USB the same size?

If so, I don't really mind the fixed cable. I just want compatibility with other custom PCBs, in case I accidentally mess up the original

[RevoTeam]

Is the hole for the USB the same size?

If so, I don't really mind the fixed cable. I just want compatibility with other custom PCBs, in case I accidentally mess up the original

not the same. you can buy extra pcb. the pcb wont be  broken easily. even if you broke it somehow i can always repair it for you or  sell you  a new one.


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[joey]

Revo: So you're changing the design and a USB port will no longer fit there?

Since I was going to be designing my own PCB for this, I need to figure out what I can do.

[RevoTeam]

Revo: So you're changing the design and a USB port will no longer fit there?

Since I was going to be designing my own PCB for this, I need to figure out what I can do.

you can cut down the usb port and it will fit in....i dont think that's a problem for you...


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[joey]

Revo: So you're changing the design and a USB port will no longer fit there?

Since I was going to be designing my own PCB for this, I need to figure out what I can do.

you can cut down the usb port and it will fit in....i dont think that's a problem for you...


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Do you mean cut down a usb cable?
How wide will the hole for the USB port be?

[RevoTeam]

Revo: So you're changing the design and a USB port will no longer fit there?

Since I was going to be designing my own PCB for this, I need to figure out what I can do.

you can cut down the usb port and it will fit in....i dont think that's a problem for you...


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Do you mean cut down a usb cable?
How wide will the hole for the USB port be?

no  i  mean  cut  down the usb  part on your pcb. you can solder any cable on your pcb.

[RevoTeam]

I have started the GB so this IC will be closed.
please go to  https://geekhack.org/index.php?topic=84328.0 

[joey]

How long will the GB ordering phase last? I need to understand if I can make my PCB work for this GB.

[RevoTeam]

How long will the GB ordering phase last? I need to understand if I can make my PCB work for this GB.

2 weeks after the GB start

[gadzkun]

I have started the GB so this IC will be closed.
please go to  https://geekhack.org/index.php?topic=84328.0

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