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Deathnote_Blockchain OP t1_jc7e4w2 wrote

Reply to an experiment by Deathnote_Blockchain

Polarity Works BT65 V2 PCB, KPrepublic XD68 low rise case, keycaps are...Idobao sakura or something? And I used some NK Cream Box switches I had lying around.

I needed some practice soldering, and I wanted to try a plateless build. Did not fit well. I had to dremel off one of the standoffs on the case so I could fir the battery that came with the PCB.

Looks cool, I found the ZMK tools super finnecky to work with and fam, it sounds like ass. It's like typing on a trashcan. But I wanted to see if foam and such was really just a meme.

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Cipulot t1_jc7cn8f wrote

Reply to URSA keycap profile, for Topre keyboards by fk-caps

Really happy about the developments. I've been following the project for quite some times and I'm super excited that this is finally gonna be available to all the follow Topre lovers.

A big thanks to u/23_Andreas for starting the development of the URSA project along with his passion and dedication. He's truly one of the most wholesome ppl that I've "met" in this scene. And big thanks to u/fk-caps for embarking in the journey to support him and help him bring the project to new heights, those who I hoped to see from this project ever since the first pics of the caps were shared by Andreas.

Can't wait to have these on my boards and if all goes well maybe I can hope for a JIS option too *wink wink*

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fk-caps OP t1_jc6zf9b wrote

Reply to URSA keycap profile, for Topre keyboards by fk-caps

It’s been a long time coming but Topre keyboard users are finally getting what they deserve: nice keycaps! This new profile, designed by the talented u/23_Andreas, is a spherical sculpted keycaps profile for Topre keyboards. You heard that right, no need to mod switches, or mount weird adapters that may ruin your keyboard experience, URSA keycaps are injected with Topre-compatible stems. And the best part is they are double shot PBT, which is basically the best option out there to get crisp, perfectly aligned legends and vivid colors.

While we are figuring out the details, you may subscribe on our website to be notified when news come out. We’ll be having a survey very soon, to present the first colorway and make sure we know what colors/layouts you want or need!

Here is what we know so far:

  • Topre stems (of course)
  • Doubleshot PBT (the crème de la crème)
  • Compatible with HHKB, Realforce and Leopold keyboards (no ISO/JIS for now)
  • Fine legends, by an experienced designer (name reveal in a few weeks, so again, subscribe to be notified)
  • Will ship at least from US and Europe
  • 2 kits (note: legends have not been designed yet, but you may click the links below to check the kits’ content):
    • Base kit: supports HHKB and FC660C
    • Extension kit: adds support for RF 87U, RF TKL, RF 84U, RF 86U, RF 104U, FC980C, Topre Type Heaven
  • Price: TBA (but we promise it won’t be so crazy!)

More information, renders and design concepts

➡️ Check our website

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