Bob Langelius Posted September 15, 2021 Share Posted September 15, 2021 I would be interested in 2 kits Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Multifarious Industries Posted September 15, 2021 Author Share Posted September 15, 2021 18 hours ago, venom4728a said: Instead of the keycap adapters maybe a replacement stem could be made to replace the stem in the key switch like was done here in the 130xe keyboard rebuild tread. This might possibly reduce the key wobble? That's an interesting solution. The 800 key caps have a bit of an angle to them, so I'm not sure how that would work with them going into the switch. Unfortunately, I don't have a resin printer and my FDM printer wouldn't be able to handle the tolerances so I don't think I could try it yet. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Darryl Larson Posted November 6, 2021 Share Posted November 6, 2021 I would certainly be interested in one of these keyboards, since my Atari 800 keyboard is only partially working. Keep me in mind if you decide to make more! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
kenames99 Posted November 7, 2021 Share Posted November 7, 2021 let me bump this thread, I said in post #24 I would be interested in 1 or 2, depending on price. I have bad keyboards in both my 800s. this is just a bump/reminder. thanks. Ken Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
KGT Posted November 8, 2021 Share Posted November 8, 2021 I would be interested in a kit--my 800s keyboard works well, but it is only a matter of time.... Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
andylama Posted November 19, 2021 Share Posted November 19, 2021 I would buy a kit if available. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
+ZuluGula Posted November 20, 2021 Share Posted November 20, 2021 @Multifarious Industries, do you have any pictures of the 3D printed parts? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
spamh8r Posted December 17, 2021 Share Posted December 17, 2021 I'd take at least 1, if not more kits. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
scl Posted March 11, 2022 Share Posted March 11, 2022 I would purchase 2, possibly 3 kits. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Killerwatts Posted April 23, 2022 Share Posted April 23, 2022 I would be interested in hearing more about a kit Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
justajeffy Posted May 22, 2022 Share Posted May 22, 2022 +1 interested in a kit. Would purchase one. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Beeblebrox Posted May 29, 2022 Share Posted May 29, 2022 I'd be interested in 1 x kit Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Mrarkus Posted May 31, 2022 Share Posted May 31, 2022 All three of my 800s now have keyboard issues. Having a new 800 keyboard is now my ultimate dream. I'll happily buy 3-5 if they are available. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
AtariUser2030 Posted June 12, 2022 Share Posted June 12, 2022 I downloaded the pcb file and ordered 5 pcb boards from JLCPCB and i am now soldering the cherry mx switches on the board! real easy to upload the zip file to JLCPCB WEBSITE. l8r 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Panther Posted June 15, 2022 Share Posted June 15, 2022 I've ordered some PCBs and Cherry MX brown switches. I'd like to point out for others that the keyswitches required are the versions with fixing pins, no diode or jumper, so parts ending in 1NW. If anyone in the Los Angeles area is interested in building one, let me know since I don't need five circuit boards. 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Panther Posted June 29, 2022 Share Posted June 29, 2022 In progress! Unfortunately, my 3D printer is having issues, so I'm waiting on being able to print the adapters and mounts. 2 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
kenames99 Posted June 30, 2022 Share Posted June 30, 2022 On 6/14/2022 at 7:43 PM, Panther said: I've ordered some PCBs and Cherry MX brown switches. I'd like to point out for others that the keyswitches required are the versions with fixing pins, no diode or jumper, so parts ending in 1NW. If anyone in the Los Angeles area is interested in building one, let me know since I don't need five circuit boards. not in the LA area any more, am now in Phoenix, AZ if you would consider shipping. Ken Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Panther Posted July 1, 2022 Share Posted July 1, 2022 For those who are dismantling a Hi-Tech keyboard and might be wondering, the rod under the spacebar is held in place by two plastic clips that pull straight up from the keyboard. I haven't had a close look at the Stackpole yet, but perhaps someone else can describe the removal. It just wasn't obvious until I started prying at it. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Panther Posted July 1, 2022 Share Posted July 1, 2022 And speaking of the spacebar, it looks like one of the spacebar supports needed to be flipped (mirrored), otherwise the rod doesn't quite fit. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Panther Posted July 1, 2022 Share Posted July 1, 2022 My progress. Hopefully I can finish this tomorrow once I have a new spacebar support. 2 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Panther Posted July 2, 2022 Share Posted July 2, 2022 New spacebar support installed. Now I just need to mount it in the 800. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Panther Posted July 2, 2022 Share Posted July 2, 2022 Another note: the stock 3/4" screws don't fit, I had to use 1" screws, which I fortunately had on hand (#6-20 x 1" pan head). The keyboard is installed and working, but I need to adjust the angle slightly. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
AtariUser2030 Posted July 20, 2022 Share Posted July 20, 2022 Thanks for the info and pics and your progress. got delayed on my keyboard build Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
clh333 Posted July 24, 2022 Share Posted July 24, 2022 On 9/14/2021 at 7:31 PM, Multifarious Industries said: @computergui Glad it worked so well for you! Has anybody else built one yet? I'm curious if the adapters for the original keys are working for people. If they are, I might get some more PCBs made and make kits if people are still interested? I'm at the point of taking the plunge; I have Atari keycaps and can source my own switches but if you have a stock of boards and switch extenders I'd like to talk further. Thanks for doing this. -CH- Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
clh333 Posted July 24, 2022 Share Posted July 24, 2022 On 6/14/2022 at 10:43 PM, Panther said: I've ordered some PCBs and Cherry MX brown switches. I'd like to point out for others that the keyswitches required are the versions with fixing pins, no diode or jumper, so parts ending in 1NW. If anyone in the Los Angeles area is interested in building one, let me know since I don't need five circuit boards. If you have a spare board I would like to acquire one. Thanks, -CH- Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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