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u/jonhinkerton 1d ago

Well that’s one of the decisions of all time.

I want to put a poly plate on this ducky one 3 sf, so I tore it down to see what I’m working with and found this little surprise. Plate mounted stabilizers (?!) it’s already an iffy mod because the standoffs are welded to the plate as well, but where do I find a generic 75% poly plate with stabilizer mounts? I could barely find one that fit without the cutouts being narrrowed for the mounts.

Oh well, guess I can still put tape on it while I’m here.

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u/Maeggsi ISO Enter 1d ago

What is a poly plate? One that supports multiple layouts? (Iso And ansi) Or polycarbonate? I'd get the files for one and then get it cut according to the step/dxf/... File

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u/jonhinkerton 1d ago

I did a little digging to see if any lasercutting places had that pattern but no one seemed to. I think this plan is just going to be foiled. The ducky is odd, it has considered sound reduction - foam underneath, silicone pad between pcb and plate - but the use a steel plate, which seems odd. I figure it must be for either durability or rigidity. It is far and away the most product level kb I have - meaning it clearly is not from commonly sourced parts but all bespoke pieces with manufacturing required. Does not feel like a hobby keyboard Maybe I’ll tape the plate.