I built two Ferris Sweeps today, one for home, and one for the office. I originally intended to build one, but after I tested the first, I immediately decided I wanted to also use this at work.
I wasn't able to figure out how to align the switches better, so the grid is pretty bad looking. It doesn't impact my typing at all, so I've left it alone.
I think next time, I'll want some kind of case for it, I'm currently using cardboard, and the whole thing is kinda janky looking.
5 Comments
cairn@lemmy.world · 3 pts · 3y
It looks like your reset buttons are escaping. I really want to see the cardboard case. Embrace the jankyness!
no_priority@sh.itjust.works · 6 pts · 3y
It's just a piece of cardboard that I taped it to. I've since replaced the floral washi tape with something more neutral hahaha.
Elouin@lemmy.ml · 1 pts · 3y
I also have two Ferris sweeps. My error was that I bought 3 pin switched, which wont sit right in place without a case. 5 pin switches(those with the 2 extra plastic pins at the bottom), will sit perfectly fine and straight without a case. So if you have 3 pin switches, that could be the problem with the "bad looking grid". I currently have a silent one with Gazzew Bobas and a loud one with Kaihl Owls.
no_priority@sh.itjust.works · 3 pts · 3y
I actually had originally intended to use the 5 pin switches, but the PCB I ordered only had holes for 3 pin. Fortunately, I had extras. I guess I should've used a case?
Elouin@lemmy.ml · 2 pts · 3y
Yes, propably. Or i think something like this would work fine as well: https://www.thingiverse.com/thing:5192069
(sry for the late reply)