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| # The Iris Ice Project | ||
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| The Iris Ice Project is a build of the Iris keyboard with custom made case composed of a 3D printed switch top plate, a translucent laser cut acrylic middle plate and a brushed still bottom plate. | ||
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| Backlight LEDs are mounted reversed to create a cold white underglow. The TRRS cable is also custom made to fit the right size. Keycaps are from the [SA "Ice Cap"](https://pimpmykeyboard.com/sa-ice-cap-keyset/) keyset from signature plastic. | ||
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| Here is the result: | ||
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| In this repository, you will find all the material needed to reproduce this build. | ||
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| ## Build List | ||
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| Here is the list of material you'll need for this build: | ||
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| * [The Iris PCB kit](https://keeb.io/collections/frontpage/products/iris-keyboard-split-ergonomic-keyboard) with [LED support components](https://keeb.io/products/led-support-components-add-on?variant=8112255107178) (no LED strip underglow) | ||
| * [100 white LEDs](https://spacecat.design/collections/do-it-yourself/products/1-8mm-leds) (pay attention to the color select, default is orange) | ||
| * [2 Elite-C](https://keeb.io/collections/frontpage/products/elite-c-usb-c-pro-micro-replacement-arduino-compatible-atmega32u4) (or pro-micro) | ||
| * [Peel-A-Way sockets](https://keeb.io/products/peel-a-way-sockets-for-pro-micros-and-leds?variant=12972145344606) (optional) | ||
| * [SA "Ice Cap" keyset](https://pimpmykeyboard.com/sa-ice-cap-keyset/) | ||
| * 68 switches of your choice (I used jailed, lubed MX blue) | ||
| * [A black with sheath TRRS cable](https://keeb.io/collections/frontpage/products/trrs-cable?variant=46391966598) | ||
| * [2 TRRS plugs](https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B01ASF4IT0) | ||
| * Sand paper (I use 120 and 220 grits) | ||
| * [Primer spray](https://www.amazon.com/Design-Master-Primer-Surface-Preparation/dp/B000XZU00C) | ||
| * [Carbon black spray paint](https://www.amazon.com/Liquitex-Professional-Spray-Paint-Carbon/dp/B008LUIUXU) | ||
| * [Matte finish spray](https://www.amazon.com/KRYLON-DIVERSIFIED-K01311007-Aerosol-11-Ounce/dp/B005ENZ8CS) | ||
| * [M2 x 3mm insert nuts](https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B01IZ157KS) | ||
| * [M2 x 8mm flat head cross countersunk screws](https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B07FD3CBLW) | ||
| * [55% translucent acrylic sheet](https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B01DYSVPCQ) | ||
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| This build also assume that you have: | ||
| * A solder iron | ||
| * A 3D printer (or a way to order printing jobs) | ||
| * A laser cutter (or a way to order a cutting job) | ||
| * The bottom metal plate is ordered on [LaserBoost](https://www.laserboost.com) | ||
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| ## Build Log | ||
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| ### Top Layer | ||
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| * Print the [top-left.stl](top-left.stl) and [toip-right.stl](top-right.stl). | ||
| * Sand each piece to remove the printing lines and get a smooth surface | ||
| * Apply 2–3 layers of primer | ||
| * Apply 3 layers of paint | ||
| * Apply 2-3 layers of matte finish | ||
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| * Using the pointy tip of a solder iron, insert 5 M2 inserts into the screw holes of each case | ||
| * Insert the switches | ||
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| ### PCB Assembly | ||
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| * Follow the [Iris Build Guide](https://docs.keeb.io/iris-build-guide/) | ||
| * [Optional] Use peel-a-way sockets to solder the controller | ||
| * When it comes to the LEDs, solder them on the bottom side of the PCB, before inserting the switches. It is better to fold the led 90° so it can fit better in the case. You may want to fold them on the opposite direction as on the picture below though | ||
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| * Align the PCB with the top layer switches and solder | ||
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| ### Middle Layer | ||
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| Cut 2 pieces in the acrylic using [middle.dxf](middle.dxf). The kerf is assumed to be 0.09, make sure to edit it if your laser cutter requires a different setup. | ||
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| ### Bottom Layer | ||
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| Go on [LaserBoost](https://shop.laserboost.com/en/create) and upload the [bottom.dxf] file. Select "Stainless Steel", "304 Stainless Steel Shiny Finish", 3mm. In the "special request for this part" text area, write: | ||
| Back-side brushing | ||
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| > Please brush the edges. Add countersink to all the holes in order to hide a GB819-M2. Make the same piece twice but in mirror (countersinks on opposite side). | ||
| ### TRRS Cable (optional) | ||
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| Cut the TRRS cable at the desired length, and solder the plugs. |
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