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【IC】Zodiac by Nyhxis | A stylish 12 key angled macropad

类型: IC
作者: Xonuss
发布时间: 2022-11-14 15:13:45
更新时间: 2022-11-14 16:31:44
原链接: https://geekhack.org/index.php?topic=118859.0


Zodiac
by Nyhxis
Hello there.
I’d like to introduce to you the Zodiac macropad, a fully programmable 12 key angled macropad.
293270-0
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Initial Prototype Gallery
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What is it?
The Zodiac is a macropad that you can use for macros (naturally), shortcuts, easy accessibility to specific keys, functional artisan display, you name it.
Features

  • 2-piece construction made from 6063 aluminium

  • Hotswap sockets for easy assembly

  • QMK and VIA compatibility

  • Custom feet

  • USB-C port
    Possible Color Variants
    Blue
    293272-1
    Red
    293274-2
    Green
    293276-3
    Silver
    293278-4
    Black
    293280-5
    Pink
    293282-6
    Violet
    293284-7
    Any other color you’d prefer? Fill out the IC form and share your thougths!
    Price
    Price are still undetermined, but aiming at a €100 upper limit. A more definitive price should be possible as we proceed with the IC and gather more information on quantity.
    Initial Prototype
    293286-8293288-9
    293290-10293292-11
    What’s changed since the prototype?
    Modified the overall design a little bit:

  • Tightened the case slot, more aligned with the keycaps

  • Centered the USB port

  • Rounded the outer corners for a more pleasant look

  • The overall “extrusion” of the case
    What’s next?

  • Finish refinement of the design

  • Consider review units to send out

  • Consider possibilities of included keycaps

  • Consider molded feet, rather than diecut

  • Consider plate standoffs for easy reassembly, or an alternative

  • Consider other case materials, such as brass, stainless steel, PC, etc.

  • Consider final colors, and ano vs e-coating
    Thank you for checking out this IC!

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