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¹ split meaning a separation of the halves, whether fixed in place or entirely separate, both are fine.
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3D printed Ergo kb parts: SLA vs. FDM? (self.ergomechkeyboards)

submitted 1 year ago* (last edited 1 year ago) by mptsounds to c/ergomechkeyboards

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Hi All,

I'm planning to print a plate & case for a handwired 46-key split kb. I have access to both SLA & FDM printers at a fab lab, so wondering which printer tech would be best to print various parts such as keycaps, plate, case etc. Function's more important than looks for me.

I'm allowed to use PLA or TPU for the FDM, and the default resin (ABS-like?) for SLA.

I'm thinking:

Keycaps: SLA (I want really thin keycaps)
Plate: ?? (not sure what's better for a thin & durable plate that allows a bit of flex when typing)
Case: FDM (Due to costs, and easy to embed screws & magnets)
Wrist rest (if any): FDM? Would TPU wrist rest be clean or comfortable?
Gaskets, extra layers (if any): FDM (cuz TPU)

What do you think?

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[–] mptsounds 1 points 1 year ago (1 children)

Nice idea! Do you mean on top of the switch plate? I'm still brainstorming the design, but it will have a removable layer on top of the plate to hide the switches' legs (I don't like that "naked" feel) & keep some dust from falling inside the kb.

[–] pca006132 2 points 1 year ago

I just did it for the wrist rest, as that is the part your wrist will touch regularly. It is too much work to cut many holes if you want to cover the plate, and I don't think it will be much cleaner comparing with bare printed surface. You still need regular cleaning.