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
@Chinguin did you just miss this, or are 'Acrylic feet' something else? With the profile of the case I would definitely like feet on it (using a DSA ketset, so some angle is needed). Are the rubber feet only for friction, and not for slope? like pads?
The angle on the last picture looks about right:
For reference, please read the discussion from the aluminum TEX case on MD. MD launched the 60%TEX gb in a new lipless version (no fat lip). However, MD sold a gunmetal color version previously with aluminum feet, so the community requested the new GB to include aluminum feet. People didn't think it was possible, but the cases are made using a CNC machine in which the blueprint can be modified to support the feet. I'm assuming that these acrylic cases are made using cnc machines and can use the blueprint for the lipless version with feet. The two feet were added to the GB as an optional add-on item for an 8 dollar fee. If acrylic feet were to be added they would cost less than the aluminum variant. If the community speaks loud enough, requests can be fulfilled (such as the addition of the new purple color in the last GB and aluminum feet in the gb before that).
So let's request the option for those who want acrylic feet, and confirmation on the lipless version. I have also heard of a user who ordered an acrylic lipless version with acrylic feet directly from Justin at TEX, so it isn't out of the scope of possibility.
I would like to see acrylic feet. I would like to know if this is lipless or not.
Thanks Chinguin!
Machining acrylic is different than aluminum. It's softer, brittle, and melts easily (compared to aluminum). They would use different tools/speeds to cut it. This all would take time to program, test, adjust, test, adjust, test, adjust, test, adjust. You'd complain if it wasn't perfect right?
Not saying they can't do it, or won't do it. It's just not reasonable to ask them to commit to do it now for this drop.
If what is being sold is not what you want, drop out and start a poll for what you want instead. That will probably get their attention more than someone who wants something else, but will buy the current offering anyway.
We're going to add the Aluminum feet here shortly, but just a reminder that the case won't have the screw holes and a little DIY will be required.
Edit: Annnd added. Thanks everyone.
This picture is from RED-404 from the discussion for the Tex 60 Aluminum case. https://www.massdrop.com/buy/tex-metal-case?s=tex%20aluminum Page 11
If they are, it looks like the screw threads are machined into the foot, which is a single piece of aluminum, which is very nice, but we would have to grind off the treads to make it flat to use double stick tape. Or drill and tap a hold in the case (probably not a good idea.)
We are not disputing the $12 premium for the feet (previous drop they were only $8) and I am willing to stake that the quantity to order would rise. The community could also support extending the drop through the weekend (as this would not likely affect the ship date) since the order isn't likely to be placed until Monday 07/13 anyway.