类型: IC
作者: Wingpad
发布时间: 2017-04-07
22:37:21
更新时间: 2017-06-28 16:25:03
原链接:
https://geekhack.org/index.php?topic=88769.0
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community’s interest. Thanks!
Today I bring to you yet another 96-key keyboard;
however, this one is a little bit different than your run of
the mill MX-only 96-key keyboard. That’s right, this one
would support Alps switches! With DSA Lightcycle finally
coming to fruition… perhaps it is finally time for Alps to
get some 96-key options.
The goal of this project would
be to support all of the RS96 layout options for Cherry MX
switches as well as AT101, AT101W and “DSA Lightcycle”
layouts for Alps. The switches would share the same PCB but
the plates would vary from layout to layout, with a
universal Cherry option and individual plates for each of
the aforementioned Alps layouts. The case would be a unibody
case made from aluminum with a huge weight slot on
the bottom (weights would probably available in stainless
and brass) and two acrylic diffuser inserts. I would aim to
have Red, Blue, Black and Gunmetal anodization options (and
perhaps Silver/Gold if there is enough interest).
So,
without further ado, here are some renders of the case (last
updated 04/21/17):
And here is a picture of the prototype and a
link to the entire album
(last updated 06/28/17):
Side View:
Bottom:
Plate fitting into the top piece:
This revision stands at 36.17mm at it’s tallest point
and it is at an 8° incline. It also features a top-mounted
plate.
And here are some renders of the PCB:
Front:
Back:
Note: The final version will
in-switch lighting for MX for all of the switches and for
the Alps lock lights (if possible). It will also have PCB
mount stabilizer cutouts. I will NOT offer
SMD lighting support for MX switches.
Update [04/21/17]:
The prototype PCB came in, pictures are
here.
Let me know if you would be interested in something
like this. Cherry fans, now is your chance to help the Alps
community get a cool thing and, in the process, get a cool
board!
FAQs:
Do you have a pricing estimate yet?
No. I would be aiming to keep the price under $375
for the base kit. Hopefully lower but no guarantees. I am
waiting on quotes for anodization and PCB fabbing before I
commit to anything.
What would the MOQ be?
50 ideally, 25 might be do-able but pricier!
Do you have a PCB yet?
I have one in development.
Are you qualified to make a PCB and run this GB?
Yes, probably. My background is in Computer
Engineering and I have run GBs before.
What do you mean by AT101/AT101W layouts?
Probably something like this (but with an
Alps-correct CapsLock key):
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Layout:
Example Plate:
What about a “DSA Lightcycle” layout?
Probably something like this:
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Namely because I get the sense it is what most people
would want out of a 96-key Alps keyboard.
My favorite layout for Alps is not here, what do I do?
or The RSIII does not support my favorite MX
layout, what do I do?
Tell me! I would be happy to try and accomadate
it.
Would you consider adding support for AEK
keycaps?
If I can figure out a way to support their wonky
function key row… maybe? /grumbles something about Apple just having to
Think Differently/
What are you going to call this… thing?
Options include the Wingman (this board is my
wingman, it helps me pick up chicks that are just my type
/ba dum chk/), the Stageboard or
something I will come up with in bed at 2 AM on a later
date. Open to suggestions (within reason).
The case is ugly. I hate it. Will you do something about
that?
Um, first, please try to give me specific reasons why
you hate it. Also, I will probably have a design engineer do
a final pass over it to make it extra pretty.
Where are you going to manufacture the board?
I am aiming to have all of the case manufacturing and
anodization done in the USA. Ideally, the PCB will also be
made and assembled in the USA as well but the pricing will
determine who I choose on that front.
Moar pictures pls
That is not even a question… but I would happily
oblige.
🍒+⛰️=💞
Old Renders:
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This is just a first attempt mock-up and it doesn’t
include the diffuser inserts and PCB/Plate mounts. The
inserts will slide into slots in the sides and screw in from
the top. Why? Because invisible screws are the best kind of
screws and the manufacturing costs are lower this way. Here
is a little mock-up of the concept:
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See the new two-part design.