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ByTheNineDivine
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Aug 15, 2017
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If I wanted to get the parts from Aliexpress rather than Massdrop, would I need anything else besides this case, PCB, and switches?
Case: https://www.aliexpress.com/item/GH60-compact-mechanical-keyboard-anodized-alluminum-case-DIY-poker2-golden-case-gaming-keyboard-FACEU-keyboard-metal/32781378164.html?ws_ab_test=searchweb0_0,searchweb201602_3_10152_10065_10151_10068_10130_10084_10083_10080_10307_10082_10081_10110_10178_10137_10111_10060_10112_10113_10155_10114_10154_10056_10055_10054_10312_10313_10059_10314_10315_10316_100031_10099_10078_10079_10103_10073_10102_10052_10053_10142_10107_10050_10051-10050,searchweb201603_19,ppcSwitch_5&btsid=823f3c82-bf08-47d0-8ae8-fd291cebeb86&algo_expid=98cfe261-ea30-43c9-a83a-cc1a225b43bb-17&algo_pvid=98cfe261-ea30-43c9-a83a-cc1a225b43bb
PCB: https://www.aliexpress.com/item/xd75re-Custom-Mechanical-Keyboard-75-keys-TKG-TOOLS-Underglow-RGB-PCB-GH60-60-programmed-gh60-kle/32818745981.html?ws_ab_test=searchweb0_0,searchweb201602_3_10152_10065_10151_10068_10130_10084_10083_10080_10307_10082_10081_10110_10178_10137_10111_10060_10112_10113_10155_10114_10154_10056_10055_10054_10312_10313_10059_10314_10315_10316_100031_10099_10078_10079_10103_10073_10102_10052_10053_10142_10107_10050_10051-10050,searchweb201603_19,ppcSwitch_5&btsid=02f199f4-8c1f-4312-824f-8d4d381be61e&algo_expid=1df4055d-c7ac-4a20-bf56-69a75631f49a-0&algo_pvid=1df4055d-c7ac-4a20-bf56-69a75631f49a
Switches: https://zealpc.net/collections/switches/products/tealios
Pretty much all I'm asking is if I need to buy anything else besides the products listed above?
Aug 15, 2017
jceaser
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Aug 15, 2017
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ByTheNineDivinePCB says it is sold out, but I think there are reservers in there. I know I tried to buy one and canceled earlier today, maybe it will take some time for that to clear out.
Aug 15, 2017
DangerG
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Aug 15, 2017
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ByTheNineDivineI would just make sure that the PCB fits in the case. You also may want a plate of some kind. (But it is possible to go plateless)
Aug 15, 2017
jceaser
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Aug 15, 2017
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DangerGsounds risqué, tell me more....
Specifically, If I get this kit, ditch the frame and put the PCB in my own case, what experience will I have, how snug are these hot swappable sockets? I would think they may have a little play in them.
Aug 15, 2017
DangerG
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Aug 15, 2017
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jceaserWell I have never owned a board that uses this method of socket. I know since they arent technically "pcb-mount" you may have issues with switches twisting and not being perfectly in line. A plate gets rid of this risk by adding a rigidness to the switches.
I personally would drop the extra 15 and get this https://www.aliexpress.com/store/product/stainless-steel-plate-for-xd75re-60-custom-keyboard-Mechanical-Keyboard-Plate-support-xd75re/3034003_32821198488.html?spm=2114.12010612.0.0.5bdadf474fAws1
BUT The question becomes if that plate supports as many cases as the PCB does.
I will be building an XD75 as my first ortho in a couple paychecks and I am using this case https://www.aliexpress.com/store/product/stainless-steel-bent-case-for-xd75re-60-custom-keyboard-enclosed-case-upper-and-lower-case/3034003_32819638145.html?spm=2114.12010612.0.0.5bdadf47LWFZMo
Aug 15, 2017
jceaser
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Aug 16, 2017
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DangerGfor me the question may be how easy can I cut it down.
Aug 16, 2017
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