This is the interest check for my first project, the Peek TKLThis is a small project that has been in the works for the past 5 months. The peek is an F-Rowless Winkeyless TKL developed by brie (me/Kotahh) that features a top mount design, a simplistic profile, and a brass accent piece. The brass accent is inspired by anime related vinyl stickers commonly found on cars. With simplicity in mind, the board was designed for usability and a clean look that fits into any desk setup.
If you would like to support me and/or keep up with the project, you may join my Discord here:Discord LinkPlease fill out my IC form, it will be helpful!IC FormChangelog/Revisions since prototypeAdditional prototype photos:More
Renders courtesy of musicman123#9403:More
Technical Specifications:- Case materials: 6063 aluminum, anodized in black and red (Pantone 484-C)
- Weight/Accent piece: sandblasted brass
- Plate material: 5052 black anodized aluminum
- Optional plates: black polycarbonate, aluminum, and FR4
- PCB: 1.6mm hotswap PCB designed by FJ Laboratories
- Built board weight: ~1583g (~3.49lb)
- Typing angle: 6 degrees
- Mounting style: Top Mount
- Dimensions: 355.6 x 114 x 15.25 mm
PCB Specifications:- 1.6 mm thickness
- AT90USB646-MU microchip
- Utilizes Kailh v1 hotswap sockets
- QMK, VIA, and Remap compatibility
Additional information can be found
hereCurrently only have hotswap as the main PCB at this current time, if you would like to see a solder PCB, please let me know in the IC form!
Group Buy Info:- GB: 80 units maximum + F&F
- Pricing: $350 USD
- GB Date: July 15, 2022
- GB Lead Time: 6-8 months after GB ends
- Vendor: Will be setting up my own shopify store (Shipping based in Canada)
With ongoing global issues and the volatility of material prices, pricing will be finalized before the GB to ensure the most accurate pricing can be locked.
Why the low unit count?The group buy will be capped at 80 units to keep production, QC, packaging, and fulfillment lead times reasonable and manageable.
Kit Contents:- Top case
- Bottom case
- Aluminum plate
- Unified Daughterboard + JST cable
- Hotswap PCB
- SKUF feet
- Hard carrying case
- Microfiber cloth
- M2 x 6 mm Socket cap screws
- M2.5 x 5 mm Flat head screws
- M2 x 5 mm Socket cap screws
- M2 x 3 mm Socket cap screws
- Allen key
Exploded Layout:
Adjusted Front Height: (19.232 mm)
PCB Layout:
Plate Layout:
Old plate layouts:
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Currently the PCB & Plate only support Tsangan bottom row and no ISO.
Plate files will be open sourced after the GB.
Soundtests:Sound testsCourtesy of Windz#7101
Timeline/To Do List:- Apply feedback/adjustments to existing design
Special Thanks:- My friend Yaser
- The Basement
- Musicman from FJ Labs for the PCB design & renders
- Maker from Maker Keyboards
