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Ristretto - A 40% Col-Stagger Keyboard

by fruitykeeb

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Description

Ristretto
by fruitykeeb
Discord

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About

Ristretto is an integrated, column stagger 40% keyboard.

It features up to 49 keys, OLED support, optional rotary encoder, and various bottom row layouts to fit every preference.

The Unibody Split design combined with Column Staggered keys results in an ergonomic and natural typing experience.

Kits and Pricing
Please note prices are estimates and are subject to change

FR4 Kit - 60 USD
A base FR4 sandwich kit will be available and includes the following:
- Integrated PCB
- Switch plate and base plate in black or white
- OLED and Encoder
- M2 Standoffs and screws

Gasket Mount Acrylic Case - 75 USD
A premium add-on case designed by Jake at the P3DStore
- 7 Layer Stacked Acrylic design
- Drop in compatible with FR4 kit
- Included feet raise the board to a ~6 degree typing angle
- Dozens of color options including custom engraving
- Laser cut POM and PETG plate options

Pictures

FR4 kit
Photos by me

Acrylic Case
Photos by Jake

Silkscreen and Naming:

Created by the incredible dasherby#7777 <3

A little history behind the name and design choices:
Ristretto is a short shot of espresso, typically just the first half of a normal espresso shot; this gives a sweeter, fruitier, and richer flavor compared to espresso.
Dasherby took this coffee theme and ran with it, creating an adorable friend filled to the brim with that sweet sweet cocaine we call coffee.
Base plates will feature the Ristretto and credits in exposed copper.

Supported Layouts:

Notes about layout:
The bottom layouts are compatible and interchangeable on both left and mirrored on right side.
All leftmost 1u options (below C and <) can be substituted for the 1.25 vertical option; this is visible in the pictures above.
Because of switch placements, the 1-1-1.5 is only supported only on FR4 kit. This is not compatible with the acrylic case.

Vendors (Worldwide):

FR4 Kits: https://fruitykeeb.xyz
Acrylic Cases: https://p3dstore.com

If all goes well, GB should be in a few weeks!

Thank you so much for reading!

Updates:

(2021-5-5) IC posted