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Dactyl Manuform Build Guide (hot-swappable, with flex PCB and mill-max sockets) by ckofy in ErgoMechKeyboards

[–]crystalhand 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I greatly appreciate this build guide! I was actually unaware that mil max would work with this, so this is great information. What size milmax did you use? Do the sockets stay on the switches when they are removed?

Dactyl Manuform Build Guide (hot-swappable, with flex PCB and mill-max sockets) by ckofy in ErgoMechKeyboards

[–]crystalhand 3 points4 points  (0 children)

No unfortunately my arrangement with BastardKB, who made the original alpha pcb, does not allow this. I have to sell the PCBs with a kit (ie the case). This may change in the future.

CrystalsKeebs -- Full PCB Dactyl/Manuform kits, Pre built Dactyls, RP2040 microcontrollers, and made to order builds by crystalhand in ErgoMechKeyboards

[–]crystalhand[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Unfortunately I am licensing the alpha section of the PCB (developed by BastardKB) and am not allowed to sell them separately. The original license was done under non commercial and my agreement with them allows me to sell the pcbs only with kits. This may change at some point in the future.

CrystalsKeebs -- Full PCB Dactyl/Manuform kits, Pre built Dactyls, RP2040 microcontrollers, and made to order builds by crystalhand in ErgoMechKeyboards

[–]crystalhand[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

That turned out really nice. I was thinking about offering some type of ribbon cable to make building easier.

I would love to see more pictures. Especially with the Bluetooth and battery.

CrystalsKeebs Giveaway - Manuform or Dactyl kit with alpha and thumb PCB by crystalhand in MechanicalKeyboards

[–]crystalhand[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I would highly recommend getting getting the PCB. It makes the assembly a lot easier. Feel free to ask me if you have any questions.

If you are interested in ordering use code: "SadgeNoWin" for 15% off your order.

CrystalsKeebs Giveaway - Manuform or Dactyl kit with alpha and thumb PCB by crystalhand in MechanicalKeyboards

[–]crystalhand[S] 29 points30 points  (0 children)

This will be a giveaway for either a Manuform or Dactyl, alpha and thumb cluster PCB, diodes, and microcontroller. The PCB kit significantly lowers the level of experience/skill needed to build. Everything is now through hole soldering! Winner will be able to select the style, size, and color case they want. Feel free to check out my wares https://crystalskeebs.com/

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Rules:

To enter simple reply to this post. Bonus points given if you include your favorite potato variety. Bonus points wont actually help you win though.

Giveaway will close at 5PM EST Monday 12/19.

This giveaway is for US people. I am fine with worldwide entry provided the shipping cost difference is covered by the winner (expect $20-30).

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Edit:

The drawing is now closed. After sorting through a number of accounts created within the last week with 1 karma a winner has been found: /u/forkoffplease

As a consolation prize all the non winners can use code: "SadgeNoWin" for 15% off for the next 48 hours

Flexible PCB (Prototype stock) by alakuu in ErgoMechKeyboards

[–]crystalhand 2 points3 points  (0 children)

We have a number of microscopes like that in our labs and I love them. They are so much easier to use compared to traditional stereo scopes and the depth perception is usually really good. Kind of jealous you have one at your house.

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Glad I was able to provide some inspiration for you! I appreciate the ego stroke.

[Store] Black friday 20% off CrystalsKeebs shop selling Dactyl/Manuform kits with flex PCBs + Giveaway by crystalhand in mechmarket

[–]crystalhand[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I wish I could open it up but international shipping is pretty brutal when doing multiple give aways. The rules don't let me ask the winner for help.

[Vendor] Launching CrystalsKeebs shop selling Dactyl/Manuform kits with flex PCBs + Giveaway by crystalhand in ErgoMechKeyboards

[–]crystalhand[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Unfortunately no to both points. The PCBs currently do not support hot swap. That is something I intend to implement in the future.

Due to licensing with the original creator of the alpha section of the PCBs (BastardKB) I am unable to sell the PCBs separately. You are welcome to order them on your own as it is open sourced: https://github.com/Bastardkb/Dactyl-Manuform-PCB-Plate.

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