类型: IC
作者: Rocky5232
发布时间: 2021-03-13 19:16:26
更新时间:
2021-07-19 02:03:51
原链接:
https://geekhack.org/index.php?topic=111713.0
Rocky Elbert: Budget 45% Keyboard with Full Mods
Update:
The Rocky Elbert GB thread has been approved by the
moderators! I’m going to open my site for orders on July
19th at 12:00 AM PDT. You can join the Rocky Keebs Discord
server for weekly updates:
https://discord.gg/g85htjfCxc.
The Rocky Elbert is a keyboard kit meant for people
looking for a tiny layout, high keycap compatibility, and a
low cost. It has no number row but keeps full size modifier
keys, so any keyset that can be used on a 65 percent board
will work on this as well. I posted a very early interest
check previously, but it was clear that I needed to continue
working on my idea and flesh it out fully. I currently have
a working, near-final prototype that Ive been using for
around the past month, and its been working well for me.
Layout
The layout is best described as a 65% with no top
row. This makes it extremely easy to find compatible keycap
sets since the modifiers have standard sizes. The keyboard
also supports split spacebars.
PCB
To keep prices low, the PCB won’t be preassembled, so
anyone who buys the kit will need to solder on diodes for
n-key rollover, a pro micro, a reset button, and switches.
These can all be done easily and will have the same result
as buying a normal, preassembled PCB. I’ll also create a
clear guide with pictures on how to do it for anyone new to
building keyboards. Pro micros won’t be included, but they
can be found on Amazon or AliExpress for cheap prices. The
PCB supports 5-pin MX switches and PCB-mount stabilizers.
The pro micro will be on the left side of the board, so a
right-angled cable would be ideal.
Case
The case consists of a plate and a base, both of
which are made of FR4, similarly to the Practice series from
Cannon Keys. Theyll be held up by 6 14mm M2.5 spacers. The
reset button will be accessible through a hole in the plate.
There is a decent sized bezel that is even on all four
sides.
Included Parts
- PCB
- Plate
- Base
- Diodes
- Spacers
- Screws
- Reset switch
- Bumpons
Parts You’ll Need - Switches
- Stabilizers
- Keycaps
- Pro Micro
Other Details - The PCB is compatible with QMK and VIA
- The split spacebars will use 2.75u, 2.25u, and 1.25u keys
- All the parts will likely be in black, but I might add a white version
- The screws in the pictures are M2, but the final version will have M2.5 screws
- An order number is visible on the base in the pictures that wont be on the final
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Pricing is yet to be decided, but the kit will most likely
be between 25 and 40 dollars
If you’re interested in this becoming a GB, please fill out this form!
Edits
3/13: Clarified how the PCB works and added information about a guide that will be released.
3/13: Added info about where to buy pro micros. Also wrote about possible acrylic middle layer and hotswap options.