类型: IC
作者:
AlexAtPanc
发布时间:
2018-08-10 10:42:02
更新时间: 2018-08-10 13:39:44
原链接:
https://geekhack.org/index.php?topic=96961.0
Hi everyone! Alex_at_panc here! Shensmobile and a few other
folks have been kicking the tires on a new ortholinear
layout in a 60% form factor. We’ve been posting pics of it
around as much as we can without making people people sick
of seeing it, and have been experimenting with layouts and
designs, and Shens has landed on what he thinks is the
winning combination.
Now, we are looking for some
feedback from the community to see how best we can get these
out to the community. There was a lot of R&D that went
into this layout and accompanying options, so wed like to
get your opinions of what youd like to see in a prospective
group buy.
The PCB: Boardwalk - Formerly Known as Ergo60
The original name for the PCB was chosen because of
the usage of Ergodox mods and its ability to fit into the
60% cases. However, split ergonomic keyboards tend to use
the name Ergo/#/#. Rather than cause any confusion with the
name and getting mixed up with other ergonomic keyboards, we
settled on the name “Boardwalk.” It’s a more distinct name,
and will hopefully make it stand out a bit!
The design
hasn’t changed much as people seem to be happy using the
existing layouts, but there were a few pieces of criticism
that we were able to address. The first issue was that while
the Boardwalk uses /most/ of an Ergodox keycap set,
the center column (in the default layout) is not supported
with most Ergodox keycap sets. The Ergodox uses an inner
column of 1.5u caps, not 1u. The solution? Add Ergodox inner
column support. This allows the keyboard to be completely
coverable with base + Ergodox kit alone. If you prefer 1u
instead of 1.5u on the inner column for more buttons or for
aesthetics, its still an option, but both are available
now.
Another 1.5u position was also added on the bottom
row so that no 1.25u mods are required at all in the arrow
layout. While 1.25u will still be necessary to use a 6.25u
spacebar, you can now use 1.5u/1u/2u for the bottom row with
arrows. Either for compatibility, or for reducing the amount
of keycap staggering, I think this will be a welcome
change.
See new layouts
here. (I’ve also tried to make the diagram easier to
follow).
Things left to do:
/* By popular demand,
switch to USB-C
/* Remove the through-hole diode holes
as everything will be pre-assembled SMT
/* Reroute
traces
/* Decide on black or white silkscreen
/*
Order release candidate PCB’s for testing prior to GB
Extra
PCBs can be purchased independent of a full-kit purchase.
The Case - Campine mk.IV - Built around the new
PCB
The case is going to be a milled aluminum top-mount
frame design with a middle acrylic diffuser and a milled
aluminum angled base. The full build should be around 3.5
lbs fully assembled. As with the Campine mk.III, the case
can be assembled with or without the diffuser, and the
aluminum parts will be powdercoated. There will not be a
flat-base option for this GB due to price concerns. There
will be options for both HHKB-style blocker layout, and a
standard layout.
Design assets:
/*
Case
/*
Base
Note that unlike the Campine mk.III floorplate, the
milled angled base here will not have exposed mountpoints
for the plate/PCB. since that feature is not necessary with
this design. The plate will mount to the top at eight
points, and there will be two mount points in the
approximate center. Both will be threaded. One will be in
the correct location for the standard 60% layouts, and the
other will be in a neutral location for the Boardwalk PCB.
The points will be threaded so a standoff can be screwed
into either. One will allow standard 60% PCBs to be secured
in the middle and provide stability, the other provide the
same function to the Boardwalk, but will not be screwed
through the PCB.
The Extras - A keyset to support the layout
Shensmobile and I have been discussing the
possibility of including a keyset as a group buy option.
Currently, GMK Space Cadets Assembly kit supports the
default layout very well, but for those that dont want to go
in on that GB, or people that prefer a different colorway,
we wanted to give them the ability to pick up caps that
would support the layout right out of the box. We have been
toying with a kit like this, in a simple WoB colorway. We
want to make sure we can get the keyset quickly, so we are
looking at DSA/DCS/OEM. Any keyset that would be provided
would be an increase in price.
The proposed kit is
still in flux, if you can see yourself using the Boardwalk,
let us know if the legends were using will apply to you.
Were not opposed to adding some blanks to cover positions
that have high variation (such as the center column for the
split layout). Legended mods arent the most flexible but 90%
of prototype testers have used very similar layouts and
(Shensmobile believes) this kit will work well for the
majority of users.
Im testing out custom powder coat
color combinations so that I can offer 3 custom options for
this group buy. Ill be working on and posting possible
custom options as I develop them. If you have an idea, throw
it out! Id love to try out suggestions.
The Details
We are still working on getting exact pricing, but if
youre familiar with my method, I try to hit the most
economical pricepoint that I can. Were trying to get the
entire kit at $400 (case + plate + PCB). We’re talking about
a custom fully assembled PCB, custom metal plate, and custom
milled case, with all associated hardware.
We are
extremely enthusiastic about making this layout and case
combo the best it can be. We are targetting a Q4 start date
for the GB round. If you have any questions or input, please
let us know.
Here’s a short survey to gauge interest and decide on
other details.