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【IC】Foundation γ (Gamma): Seamless, Screwless, F13 TKL, GB DATE: April 10

类型: IC
作者: AxolStudio
发布时间: 2022-01-20 22:08:45
更新时间: 2022-04-10 14:43:14
原链接: https://geekhack.org/index.php?topic=116033.0


[IC] Foundation – γ (Gamma): Seamless, Screwless, F13 TKL
281372-0281374-1
My take on a seamless, screwless F13 TKL. Designed around the use of heavy linear or tactile switches.
IC Form
Proto gallery
Case specs:

  • Case: 6063 Aluminum
  • Weight: polished stainless steel
  • Typing angle: 7 degrees
  • Width: 372.79 mm
  • Height: 19.18 mm (front), 34.77 mm (back)
  • Effective typing height: 24.65 mm
  • Weight: 2.9 kg excluding plate
  • Mounting method: Gasket mount
  • WKL or WK options
  • Plate options: FR4, Aluminum, Polycarbonate, Carbon Fiber
    281376-2

PCB specs:

  • QMK/VIA compatibility
  • ESD Protection
  • Daughterboard: Unified C3 (USB C – Centered)
  • Soldered only
  • PCB will be opened sourced under non-commercial clause after GB ends.
    281378-3
    281520-4
    Plate not final, will be adding stepped caps compatibility.
    Plate will be open sourced under MIT license after GB ends. This includes a version without any flex cuts. Please feel free to experiment.

Pricing:

  • $630 USD with FR4 plate, $645 USD with other plate (CF, PC, Alu) @ 350 MOQ
  • Group buy date: April 10

Contents:

  • Keyboard Top
  • Keyboard Bottom
  • Weight (polished stainless)
  • PCB
  • Daughterboard + JST cable
  • Gaskets
  • Screws
  • Bumpons
  • MechandCo Carrying case

Vendors:

  • NA: MechsandCo
  • CAN: Deskhero
  • AUS: Dailyclack
  • UK: Prototypist
  • EU: MkbEU
  • SEA: Hex
  • CN: Frontier
    Lead time: 3-4 Quarters.

Typing test
Prototype units are being sent out. Expect proper sound tests soon.
Alexotos
Remarks
Why no renders?
Renders are an artist’s interpretation of an item. Prototypes are the item.
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