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【IC】PLA75 - GB Begins Friday Sept 27

类型: IC
作者: ReDsNoTDeAd
发布时间: 2019-05-14 19:26:55
更新时间: 2019-09-26 13:53:26
原链接: https://geekhack.org/index.php?topic=100699.0


Hi all, I’m back with a new design I’ve been cooking up - the PLA75



So, whats unique about this one amidst the million running GBs?

  1. Gasket mount - I’ve implemented a 12 gasket mounting system using standard gasket stock (easily replaceable) for plate isolation and a unique sound profile.
  2. 3D printed in PLA. This is some of the best sounding material (just a hair denser than polycarbonate, but the fact that it doesn’t have to be solid allows for hollow segments that sound really great. The same techniques were used on the ADK64).
  3. 5 - This also means that production time for these is quite fast. I’m shooting for < 2 months from GB start to fulfillment, which was achieved with the ADK64.
  4. Uses the KBD75 PCB, so you get fancy lights, QMK, USB-C, and a really good price.
  5. Plates made from FR4
  6. Seamless design - implementing the gaskets forced me to think differently about mounting, so the bottom piece is encased by the top piece, offering a solid and seamless design.
  7. Variety in case tops - I’m currently designing more case tops to allow for further customization. Simple geometric (as pictured), as well as chamfered, filleted and a vent design will be availiable come GB.
    Oh, and this one is going to be very affordable - $185/kit

    My rendering software is a little lackluster, but I’ve got some rudimentary renders and screenshots for you to take a look at the design - this is still being worked on, so if this is something that piques your interest, please offer up some suggestions for what you’d like to see. I’m going to be getting a prototype made in the coming weeks, and you can expect a GB after that.
    I’ve got a form here to be notified when the GB starts https://docs.google.com/forms/d/1VkgtQaPXIPRx9J6Xse1AHdxa1se8oO-2yNsyoeQKka0
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