PocketCHIP "Mechanical" Keyboard

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A custom "mechanical" keyboard faceplate for the PocketCHIP is now available. Keys are held firmly in place with precision-crafted paperclips that measure just 1mm in diameter, providing a pivot point and significantly reducing the force needed to press each button. Assembling this device requires merely straightening paperclips and threading them through the holes in the case and keys. A complete print would involve: 1. One face plate 2. A dpad 3. Two spacebar keys 4. Two backspace/enter keys 5. Forty-eight standard keys I recommend printing a few extra keys to account for any potential errors or breaks during assembly. Additionally, consider printing an extra backspace/enter type key for the "P" key on the PocketCHIP, as my faceplate doesn't lay completely flat and the standard key lacks the same click feel due to its slightly higher elevation. Using the backspace/enter key allows it to reach the PCB switch dome. The outcome may vary. The Fusion 360 design (my first) can be found at http://a360.co/2w4sP3R. The idea for these keys came from the HP-35s keyboard. I plan on adding some nice color-coded vinyl sticker labels similar to the WP 34S Overlay. This faceplate is based on the PocketCHIP Keyboard Faceplate designed by vjapolitzer. You can find a forum thread discussing this project at https://bbs.nextthing.co/t/mechanical-keyboard-faceplate/18207. Version 2: 2017-09-14 - Added face_switch_plate_row2_through_hole.stl, which makes the row 2 paperclip hole bore through to the d-pad.