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| − | === Switch | + | === Switch Tester Plates === |
| − | + | This is what I recommend for beginners as it's the cheaper option. | |
| − | + | The unit is a single 6mm thick acrylic plate, with a smooth frosted finish on both sides. Switches are pushed in and held with friction force. They can be pushed out from below, or wiggled out from above. | |
| − | + | Choose your switches at the bottom, as many or as few as you would like. Blank DSA keycaps are available at 50c each. | |
| − | + | The total price of a 12 slot 3x4 unit will be in the area of $30-40 depending. Delivery can be done via auspost letter at $2.50 - $3.50. | |
| − | + | [https://imgur.com/a/Xvj0v5y Photos of Switch Tester Plates here.] | |
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| + | Pricing: | ||
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| + | * 4 Slot 2x2 Switch Plate - $5 | ||
| + | * 12 Slot 3x4 Switch Plate - $14 | ||
| + | * 20 Slot 4x5 Switch Plate - $18 | ||
| + | * Custom size - contact | ||
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=== Advanced Switch Testers === | === Advanced Switch Testers === | ||
| − | These are fully enclosed | + | These are solid fully enclosed units that hold switches in securely via a dedicated switch plate. They will simulate a keyboard better than the switch plate option, but keep in mind nothing will be the same as trying out a full keyboard with a particular switch. |
| − | + | I have some old stock still available, some unlisted so get in contact if you are looking for a particular size. New ones are being designed. | |
| − | + | These units cannot be flat packed and will need to be sent via courier/parcel, which starts at $10. | |
| − | + | [https://imgur.com/a/H2Ogp7U Photos of Advanced Switch Testers] | |
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Pricing: | Pricing: | ||
| − | * | + | * 1u - $8 |
| − | * | + | * 1x2 - $10 - Sold out |
| − | * | + | * 2x2 - $13 - 3 available (2 smoke black, 1 snow) |
| − | * | + | * 2x3 - $15 - Sold out |
| + | * 2x4 - $16 - 3 available (snow) | ||
| + | * 3x4 - $20 - 1 available (snow) | ||
| + | * 3x5 - $24 - 3 available (snow) | ||
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| − | + | == Switch Modding Plates == | |
Also known as 'lube stations' by other vendors, these tools are used to organise switches neatly as mod/lube them. | Also known as 'lube stations' by other vendors, these tools are used to organise switches neatly as mod/lube them. | ||
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| − | '''[https://imgur.com/a/RUxJ2be | + | '''[https://imgur.com/a/RUxJ2be Photos of Switch Modding Plates here.]''' |
| + | Pricing: $1 per switch slot. For example, a 4x6 unit is $24, 6x8 is $48 etc. | ||
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| + | Sizes in stock and ready to post: | ||
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| + | * 24 slot 4x6 - $24 | ||
| + | * 32 slot 4x8 - $32 | ||
To order: | To order: | ||
'''Step 1.''' Choose your size/arrangement. | '''Step 1.''' Choose your size/arrangement. | ||
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| + | The width needs to be an even number for bumpon positioning reasons. | ||
'''Step 2.''' Choose whether the switch holes are grippy or loose. | '''Step 2.''' Choose whether the switch holes are grippy or loose. | ||
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| − | + | Defualt is grippy. This means switch are held in place with friction. Switches will not fall out on their own and you can use it as a switch tester! The difference with switch tester plates is these are spaced out more for ease of use, and have side tab cutouts to allow you to close the top housing down onto the switch. | |
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| + | Loose switch slots is available on request, no additional cost. | ||
'''Step 3.''' Optional features if wanted. | '''Step 3.''' Optional features if wanted. | ||
| − | * Stem slots: | + | * Stem slots: a cross shaped hole is added for each switch slot. This increases the overall size by 30% and so I charge an additional 30% on top of the base price. E.g. a 32 slot unit will be $32 + $9.60 = $41.60 |
| − | * Brush holes: | + | * Brush holes: by default 3 holes are included in each plate. Let me know if you want them removed, or to customise the size/quantity/positioning. No extra charge. |
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| + | '''Step 4.''' Choose delivery method. | ||
| − | + | * Auspost large letter - $3.50 for units up to 6x8 size. | |
| − | + | * Courier - Starts at $10 for metro areas (no PO boxes). Auspost available on request. | |
Revision as of 18:47, 2 July 2021
Contents
Switch Testers
Switch Tester Plates
This is what I recommend for beginners as it's the cheaper option.
The unit is a single 6mm thick acrylic plate, with a smooth frosted finish on both sides. Switches are pushed in and held with friction force. They can be pushed out from below, or wiggled out from above.
Choose your switches at the bottom, as many or as few as you would like. Blank DSA keycaps are available at 50c each.
The total price of a 12 slot 3x4 unit will be in the area of $30-40 depending. Delivery can be done via auspost letter at $2.50 - $3.50.
Photos of Switch Tester Plates here.
Pricing:
- 4 Slot 2x2 Switch Plate - $5
- 12 Slot 3x4 Switch Plate - $14
- 20 Slot 4x5 Switch Plate - $18
- Custom size - contact
Advanced Switch Testers
These are solid fully enclosed units that hold switches in securely via a dedicated switch plate. They will simulate a keyboard better than the switch plate option, but keep in mind nothing will be the same as trying out a full keyboard with a particular switch.
I have some old stock still available, some unlisted so get in contact if you are looking for a particular size. New ones are being designed.
These units cannot be flat packed and will need to be sent via courier/parcel, which starts at $10.
Photos of Advanced Switch Testers
Pricing:
- 1u - $8
- 1x2 - $10 - Sold out
- 2x2 - $13 - 3 available (2 smoke black, 1 snow)
- 2x3 - $15 - Sold out
- 2x4 - $16 - 3 available (snow)
- 3x4 - $20 - 1 available (snow)
- 3x5 - $24 - 3 available (snow)
Switch Modding Plates
Also known as 'lube stations' by other vendors, these tools are used to organise switches neatly as mod/lube them.
My design is made from premium 6mm frosted acrylic and features a spaced out grid layout so you don't bump into adjacent switches when closing them or applying films and other fiddly work.
High quality 3M bumpons are pre-applied to the unit, all you have to do is peel off the protective film and you're good to go.
Photos of Switch Modding Plates here.
Pricing: $1 per switch slot. For example, a 4x6 unit is $24, 6x8 is $48 etc.
Sizes in stock and ready to post:
- 24 slot 4x6 - $24
- 32 slot 4x8 - $32
To order:
Step 1. Choose your size/arrangement.
The width needs to be an even number for bumpon positioning reasons.
Step 2. Choose whether the switch holes are grippy or loose.
Defualt is grippy. This means switch are held in place with friction. Switches will not fall out on their own and you can use it as a switch tester! The difference with switch tester plates is these are spaced out more for ease of use, and have side tab cutouts to allow you to close the top housing down onto the switch.
Loose switch slots is available on request, no additional cost.
Step 3. Optional features if wanted.
- Stem slots: a cross shaped hole is added for each switch slot. This increases the overall size by 30% and so I charge an additional 30% on top of the base price. E.g. a 32 slot unit will be $32 + $9.60 = $41.60
- Brush holes: by default 3 holes are included in each plate. Let me know if you want them removed, or to customise the size/quantity/positioning. No extra charge.
Step 4. Choose delivery method.
- Auspost large letter - $3.50 for units up to 6x8 size.
- Courier - Starts at $10 for metro areas (no PO boxes). Auspost available on request.
How To Order
Message me on discord with what you would like or any questions you have: @Ninja#5071
I accept payment through Pay ID (available through most bank apps).
Switches
Individual switches available for purchase. I do NOT sell in bulk. For bulk switches, visit Custom KBD, Switchkeys, Daily Clack, Keyboard Treehouse and other AU vendors.
- ✚ Alpaca V1 Linears - $2
- ✚ Halo Clear - $1.50
- ✚ KBDfans T1 Tactile - $1.50 (tactile)
- ✚ Gazzew Boba U4 62g - $1.50 (silent tactile)
- ✚ Gazzew U4T 62g - $1.50 (tactile)
- ✚ Gazzew Bobagum 62g - $1.50 (silent linear, clear top)
- ✚ Dragonfruit 63.5g - $1.50 - link
- ✚ POM Sunflower 67g - $1.50 - link
- ✚ Cherry Red - $1
- ✚ Cherry Black - $1
- ✚ Cherry Brown - $1
- ✚ Cherry Clear - $1
- ✚ Cherry Blue - $1
- ✚ Cherry Green - $1
- ✚ Cherry Speed Silver - $1
- ✚ Cherry Silent Red - $1.50
- ✚ Cherry Silent Black - $1.50
- ✚ Gateron Clear - $1
- ✚ Gateron Red - $1
- ✚ Gateron Yellow - $1
- ✚ Gateron Black - $1
- ✚ Gateron Brown - $1
- ✚ Gateron Blue - $1
- ✚ Gateron Green - $1
- ✚ Gateron Silent Red - $1
- ✚ Gateron Silent Black - $1
- ✚ Gateron Silent Brown - $1
- ✚ Kailh BOX Red - $1
- ✚ Kailh BOX Dark Yellow - $1
- ✚ Kailh BOX Black - $1
- ✚ Kailh BOX Brown - $1
- ✚ Kailh BOX Burnt Orange - $1
- ✚ Kailh BOX White - $1
- ✚ Kailh BOX Pale Blue - $1
- ✚ Kailh BOX Jade - $1
- ✚ Kailh BOX Navy - $1
- ✚ Kailh BOX Royal - $1
- ✚ Kailh BOX Pink - $1
- ✚ Kailh BOX Chinese Red - $1
- ✚ Kailh BOX Noble Yellow - $1
- ✚ Kailh BOX Glazed Green - $1
- ✚ Kailh BOX Ancient Grey - $1
- ✚ Kailh Pro Burgundy - $1
- ✚ Kailh Pro Purple - $1
- ✚ Kailh Pro Light Green - $1
- ✚ Kailh Speed Gold - $1
- ✚ Kailh Speed Silver - $1
- ✚ Kailh Speed Bronze - $1
- ✚ Kailh Speed Copper - $1
- ✚ Aliaz 60g - $1
- ✚ Aliaz 70g - $1
- ✚ Aliaz 80g - $1
- ✚ Aliaz 100g - $1
These outemu switches are very old and maybe not even be available for purchase.
- ✚ Outemu Ice Light Purple - $1
- ✚ Outemu Ice Dark Purple - $1
- ✚ Outemu Ice Clear - $1
- ✚ Outemu Ice Grey - Out of stock
- ✚ Outemu Ice Silver - Out of stock
- ✚ Outemu Teal - Out of stock