Charybdis Nano Premium build log

[@korwl540]

using the soldering iron to burn in the screw inserts is such an elegant idea... i never would have thought of that in a million years!

[@bastardkb]

Thank you ! It's actually something that's done with dactyls for quite some time. I also tried nuts and threaded plastic, but this is the best solution in terms of design, ease of use, strength

[@dunk2k2000]

Something strangely therapeutic about how this sequence makes the complexity of the article so simple and sensical. Also serves an example of honing one's craft, when compared to conventional keyboard hand wiring!

[@manofthebees]

babe wake up, new bastardkb post

[@shrugalic]

What a beautiful design! And masterful assembly, the practice shows.

[@AdamHillikerLikesRobots]

Tis a thing of beauty

[@bastardkb]

Thanks, glad you like it !

[@meyburgh]

Nicely done Quentin!

[@bastardkb]

Thank you !

[@xfire4420]

great video, and great work as always, I may have to build another after seeing those aluminum plate accents. I need to find a fab service that could make them for a decent price. cant wait to see more!

[@bastardkb]

Thank you! Those are laser cut steel plates, stainless steel sandblasted I get them from laserboost which are very reasonable price-wise and fast

[@Wizartar]

awesome stuff!

[@cubuanic]

Better techpron of the year 😍😍😍😍 Can I ask to tell the ribbon cable manufacturer and part number? Want to repeat your build but can't find such cables anywhere 😢 Thank you in advance!

[@bastardkb]

Thank you ! I use FSN-23A-30 from Farnell.

[@devcoffee]

I bought a Charybdis Mini kit and at the time you guys were out of the premium kits. Is it possible to order the case and plates separately?

[@bastardkb]

Hello! We can certainly prepare a premium kit - but Nano only, we also need to order the cases as we're out at the moment. If you want to go forward feel free to get in touch by email

[@cankoklu]

Superb.. I would have given up on the surface mounted components..

[@bastardkb]

Thank you ! It's very doable with a bit of practice :)

[@mrain2499]

太酷了！非常漂亮的键盘[赞]

[@bastardkb]

thanks !

[@null6016]

Great Product!! Just wondering if this is compatible with nice!nano? If not, do you guys have any plans to make it work with nice!nano?

[@bastardkb]

Hi ! There is someone who made it work (look for charybdis wireless on youtube). It requires a modified shield PCB, sensor PCB. The firmware is also not there yet. We are working on long-term plans for it though

[@user-yr4fk3jg5z]

what is the difference between usual and premium version?

[@bastardkb]

You can find more details here: bastardkb.com/product/charybdis-nano-premium-diy-kit/ Essentially: nylon prints, 4 metal plates, BTUs

[@justinking6690]

Is it not possible to get the pcb files from the git hub or am I just missing them somewhere?

[@bastardkb]

Hey! You can see exactly the PCB files you need here: github.com/bastardkb/charybdis?tab=readme-ov-file#electronic-components

[@justinking6690]

@@bastardkb Thanks so much! I don’t know how I missed that the first time around. On mobile the links were pretty well hidden I suppose. Thanks for what you do, these designs are beautiful.

[@MineOrebaker]

bro how can i smooth my print ? i am sufferings from layer problems !

[@bastardkb]

Hey, those are nylon prints from JLC

[@pieter-jan26]

are there no 3 legged diodes in this build?

[@bastardkb]

My 3x5 and 3x6 keyboards use only 2 legged diodes. I am also working on a prototype with diodes pre-assembled

[@masasmasas4799]

please more thumb cluster key

[@bastardkb]

Check out the Scylla and Charybdis ! They have 4x6+5/3 keys.

[@0xdaiki]

is this hotswapable?

[@bastardkb]

No unfortunately. The tension from the solder on the switches holds the PCB into place

[@sicongfu2302]

petg or pla？

[@bastardkb]

This is nylon from JLCPCB