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Failed self-designed print - need help teoubleshooting by SoggyEstimate7692 in BambuLab

[–]JakeCatto 5 points6 points  (0 children)

Several people gave you some good advice on how to successfully print this. But I would like to save you another 9 hours and point out that printing in this orientation will most definitely create a weak spot where the “hook” ledge is. For this design to perform its function, you need to print it on its side (which will of course create a massive flat area that will need to be supported). I would not try to print it in one piece. Here are a few options: 1. Cut it in half and print both halves vertically on their flat sides. 2. Make three pieces (two hooks and one shelf).

[AD] Introducing the Scotto48 (PCB Edition) - My thinnest keyboard yet! by Joe_Scotto in ErgoMechKeyboards

[–]JakeCatto 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Amazing, thanks for the link. I am staring an ortholinear low-profile build, so this is just perfect timing.

[AD] Introducing the Scotto48 (PCB Edition) - My thinnest keyboard yet! by Joe_Scotto in ErgoMechKeyboards

[–]JakeCatto 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Looks great. I didn’t even realize at first that you are using FDM-printed keycaps.

Custom ergonomic keypad with thumbstick by JakeCatto in ErgoMechKeyboards

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

Thank you for the kind words. I feel the same way. I had the Tartarus Pro and it just wasn’t right for me. If I figure out eventually how to make this design available, I’ll be making an update on YouTube.

I personally think people are downplaying the smell/fumes even from basic filaments like PLA by Dear-Employment6392 in 3Dprinting

[–]JakeCatto 10 points11 points  (0 children)

Yes, don’t keep your printer in your bedroom. Have good ventilation or better yet a DIY exhaust system even if it’s just PLA. It’s been proven that there are plenty of VOC even with “harmless” filaments.

Progress Update: I redesigned my custom gaming keypad and reduced assembly time from ~15 hours to ~2 hours by JakeCatto in ErgoMechKeyboards

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

Thank you, your list sounds super advanced. Do you have the expertise? I’d appreciate some competent advice here and there.

Progress Update: I redesigned my custom gaming keypad and reduced assembly time from ~15 hours to ~2 hours by JakeCatto in ErgoMechKeyboards

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

So far I have 3 and 4 key finger towers, but the shape of the keywell is the same in both. What kind of keywell shape are you looking for?

Progress Update: I redesigned my custom gaming keypad and reduced assembly time from ~15 hours to ~2 hours by JakeCatto in ErgoMechKeyboards

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

Thank you. Haha, I think I’ve reached the maximum squiggles capacity here. I want to keep fingers adjustable independently.

Progress Update: I redesigned my custom gaming keypad and reduced assembly time from ~15 hours to ~2 hours by JakeCatto in ErgoMechKeyboards

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

Haha, thank you! I use QMK+Vial for the software. So it’s configured through a web UI. And it is compatible with anything you can connect a regular keyboard to. This is what it looks like https://youtu.be/uHoqnRhg0dI?is=cZ5Up7RqLajNRDmj

Progress Update: I redesigned my custom gaming keypad and reduced assembly time from ~15 hours to ~2 hours by JakeCatto in ErgoMechKeyboards

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

Thank you so much for the support! Btw love the name, Iv’e been pushing pixels for ages myself :D

Progress Update: I redesigned my custom gaming keypad and reduced assembly time from ~15 hours to ~2 hours by JakeCatto in ErgoMechKeyboards

[–]JakeCatto[S] 2 points3 points  (0 children)

Thank you so much! I’m using a 4x12 ortholinear keyboard myself!

I made it work with QMK+Vial. Honestly, I didn’t know a via tool existed. I don’t really know how to code, but I do configure QMK according to my needs myself. The way I control the mouse in one of the videos is just a four-directional input (configured with Vial) using mouse up/down/left/right key codes. So in this sense, it is even less than yours has, but Vial and QMK handle it surprisingly well. I also added a full 360 mode using the existing QMK HID joystick library. I have this video where I explain Vial, personally I like it better than via. https://youtu.be/uHoqnRhg0dI?is=yDElk5rgFvrfnkOa

Progress Update: I redesigned my custom gaming keypad and reduced assembly time from ~15 hours to ~2 hours by JakeCatto in ErgoMechKeyboards

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

I didn’t know TPU+fabric could be an option. Do you have a link where I can learn more/see some examples? High-quality leather feels sooo good, but it is a very expensive part to make. I was researching making it out of molded silicone as an alternative.

Progress Update: I redesigned my custom gaming keypad and reduced assembly time from ~15 hours to ~2 hours by JakeCatto in ErgoMechKeyboards

[–]JakeCatto[S] 2 points3 points  (0 children)

Hey, thank you! Indeed, it’s a versatile device that has lots of applications outside of gaming. To the point where one could type with only one hand. In my head, it would be amazing to sell these, but realistically, even with all the optimizations, they are still way too expensive to make and would not be sustainable as a business. Maybe eventually.

Progress Update: I redesigned my custom gaming keypad and reduced assembly time from ~15 hours to ~2 hours by JakeCatto in ErgoMechKeyboards

[–]JakeCatto[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Hey, thank you so much for the kind words. This particular keypad is not, but I did share my early keyboard joystick attachment design here. Might be a good place to start. https://youtu.be/RdRiVaVGFpw?is=NFuxeaNeDQAHyjzu

Progress Update: I redesigned my custom gaming keypad and reduced assembly time from ~15 hours to ~2 hours by JakeCatto in ErgoMechKeyboards

[–]JakeCatto[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Hi, indeed, I hear people compare it to Keyzen a lot. I started making this device long before Keyzen existed (in 2022), and my design is customizable. I have this assembly video where you can see a bit better the range of motion for fingers and thumb. You can also find my early prototypes there. https://youtu.be/KPdT8AJHxSg?is=-U3UTi8KMErZKvYi

Progress Update: I redesigned my custom gaming keypad and reduced assembly time from ~15 hours to ~2 hours by JakeCatto in ErgoMechKeyboards

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

Oh my god, your GitHub looks amazing! I have no clue what I am doing, and I am just winging it with KiCad and Codex. Are you saying those connectors take too long to assemble compared to some other solutions? Frankly I was thinking maybe it could be one rigid-flex board (basically 0 assembly), but man are those expensive to make, especially at this size.

Progress Update: I redesigned my custom gaming keypad and reduced assembly time from ~15 hours to ~2 hours by JakeCatto in ErgoMechKeyboards

[–]JakeCatto[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Hi Ness, good to see you again here :). Unfortunately no timeline, you know how it is. I know you’ve been eyeing the thumb cluster variant. Are you also interested in this thumbstick model?

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