What is SpaceFN and why you should give it a try
The SpaceFN concept - setting up your space key as a layer switch when held - is probably one of the most useful tweaks in the keyboard hobby. Let me explain how it works. My SpaceFN article on kbd.news made some rounds recently - quite surprisingly given the age of this concept. This piece you're reading is a condensed version of the full post. If you're left with unanswered questions, you'll most likely find the info you're looking for in the original write-up. On my imaginary top list of the most useful keyboard features, tweaks and hacks, SpaceFN would deserve a podium finish for sure. But what makes it so special? In short: SpaceFN is easy to implement, easy to learn, costs nothing, can be used with any keyboard, and can improve your productivity instantly. I will list its benefits below, but can state right at this point that the SpaceFN concept, setting up your space key as a layer switch when held, is clearly one of the most useful tweaks in the keyboard hobby....
Apr 30, 2024
I guess it was a good thing that I bought those brown switches recently after all.
Anyhow thanks again everyone and I look forward to any suggestions on where to get the pcb boards.
Of course, all these options are for the original ErgoDox, not the Infinity version. As far as I know, the only people manufacturing the ED Infinity is Massdrop. I also know that the production for the last drop consumed the world supply of the LCDs that are built into each half, so it would be difficult to self-manufacture unless the LCD supplier increased capacity since last time.
Your best bet to get this keyboard is probably going to be to wait for the next drop. Sucks, I know, but it's worth the wait.
After some work with deburring tools and needle files, it's usable, but it's not worth the cost + shipping, IMO.
(No, I don't have a set. I'm waiting for the next drop.)
Not that it really matters. IMO, the ErgoDox Infinity is what everyone who wants an ErgoDox kit should get.