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Added Alps PCB #5

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@melka melka commented May 5, 2022

Copied the kicad project to add an Alps version of the PCB
Switched to Kicad 6 for Alps version
Also generated the gerbers, BOM and CPL
Sidenote : JLCPCB now accepts installation of USB-C port, but it shows it rotated 90° on the placement preview. I haven't ordered the project and most certainly will not, but it's something to look for.

Copied the kicad project to add an Alps version of the PCB
Switched to Kicad 6 for Alps version
Also generated the gerbers, BOPM and CPL
Sidenote : JLCPCB now accepts installation of USB-C port, but it shows it rotated 90° on the placement preview. I haven't ordered the project and most certainly will not, but it's something to look for.
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Hi melka, this is really cool thank you!
Just a few questions before I merge this:

  • So you didn't test/order this yet (even without usb-c), correct?
  • I'm not super familiar with alps keyboards, but wouldn't this require a different plate as well? I.e. for the switch cutouts?
  • What about stabilizers, are there alps-compatible PCB mounted stabs, or does this also requires changes to the plate for plate-mounted stabs? Is this feasible with all layout options? (if not/only one layout that works with common alps keycap sets, that would also be fine)

I'm happy to merge it even if we don't have the plate yet, but either way, could you also add some changes to the README documenting the Alps version and potential caveats?

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