Hike News
Hike News

【IC】The Banana Split 60 - Group Buy Launching June 1st!

类型: IC
作者: Arhipio
发布时间: 2016-09-25 22:56:20
更新时间: 2017-06-04 10:55:27
原链接: https://geekhack.org/index.php?topic=84891.0


Group Buy live at thevankeyboards.com
Working on getting a Group Buy page approved.
Mod edit: GB Link
Hey guys I came up with this layout after being inspired by Evan’s minivan. So I created a 60% layout with a dedicated arrow key cluster and a split spacebar design. To utilize both of your thumbs to maximum efficiency! To compensate I had to remove and move some of the right cluster keys. In favor you get an arrow key cluster with split spacebars. The split spacebars are standard right shift keys 2.25u (enter) and 2.75u (righ shift). The layout fits standard 60% dimensions which will allow the use of standard 60% cases ie. Poker and TEX. So together with Evangs I bring you this new unique layout, if there is enough interest Evan will gladly make these PCBs and we can look at a small group buy.

Supported Layouts:


Keyboard Layout Editor: http://www.keyboard-layout-editor.com//#/gists/d2434b33429ff2fccd21e02ee1f082b3
Updates:
Group Buy Interest Poll!
https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSceCVpbZkCy-vVFW4zkt7kl2dXsD3iNDB3KfvSsx7uZg57QaA/viewform
Newsletter for future group buy updates!
https://goo.gl/forms/FB0i4kv0nxmR8XSH3
Plate Prototype (3/17/17):

Keyboard Mockup (3/18/17)

Plate Renders:
More

Here are the renders for the universal plate. The plate will support all layouts supported by the pcb. The material will be Stainless Steel T304 with a 1.5mm thickness! :thumb:


Keycap Set (Scrapped for now, will make a comeback!):
More

New update announcing the supported key cap set me and Evan have been working on. When making this set I was personally inspired by the fabulous colors of tropical coral and diver culture. We are still running through name ideas like “Deep Dive” and “Swimming with the Fishes”. The set will be in DSA and will support all layouts supported by our PCB. The images are rough and they are there to give you an idea of how the set will look like. The set will only include a base kit, all the keycaps you see you will get with no additional cost. The set will be available with the launch of the PCB as an option for people who want it.
2D Renders:

3D Renders:



I can’t wait to hear back from you guys, and like always flood the forum with feedback and suggestions! :thumb:
Features:
-Standard 60% PCB (ANSI/ISO) + splitspacebar and arrow key cluster layouts
-Support for top mounted in switch leds (backlighting)

  • RGB underglow Delayed for future rounds
  • We’ll be using an atmega32u4 with TMK. All smd components are presoldered only thing you need to do is add LEDs and switches.

Schedule:
-Plate Design (Done)
-Plate Prototyping (Done)
-PCB Design (Done)
-PCB prototyping (Currently Working on)
-Plate manufacturer (Done)
-GB Launch
-Invoice orders
-Production
-Shipment
FAQ:
What will be offered in this group buy?
The Banana Split PCB, Universal Plate, and pcb stabilizer pack (one 6.25u and 6 2u) each can be purchased separately or together. No limit to how many you can buy.
Is there an estimated price on this PCB + plate GB + stabilizers?
$40 for the PCB, $40 for the Stainless Steel Plate and $10 for the stabilizers.
When will the group buy launch?
I’d like to shoot for late march - early april, but that is still tentative.
Aiming for end of may!
PCB or Plate Mounted Stabilizers?
The PCB and plate will only support PCB mounted stabilizers, you would have to get a custom plate cut if you wanted compatibility with plate mounted stabilizers.
Will it be compatible with common 60% cases?
YES! Big reason I prefer 60>65, more case availability.
Is there alps support?
Sadly no, might be something to look into for future rounds.
Where’s the question mark key?
The right shift key will be programmed so that when tapped it will register as a “?” but when held it will function regularly.
How will we program the board?
You can either directly program it through qmk firmware, or through evan’s keyboard configurator which will easily allow you to design your ideal layout without dabbling in code.
Things to consider for future rounds.
-ALPS support
-Dedicated keycap set
-Split-spacebar pack (I might run a seperate GB for this)
-More plate materials ie (Aluminum, Brass)
-Custom case (Milled aluminum, acrylic mid piece)
-RGB Underglow
If you have any further questions please don’t hesitate and ask!

, ,