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1. Introduction

ploopyco edited this page Sep 23, 2019 · 23 revisions

** TODO PIX completed mouse**

Step 1: Get the necessary tools

TODO PIX of all tools required

  • 2.5mm Allen key or screwdriver
  • A soldering iron
  • Solder

Step 2: Get the necessary printed circuit boards

TODO pix of both PCBs

  • Base PCB
  • Vertical PCB

If you're not sure how to get these PCBs, we sell them! See Appendix A: Printed Circuit Boards for more information on how to buy them from us. (We also have a few tips for you, if you want to make your own!)

Step 3: Get the necessary 3D-printed parts

TODO pix of all 3D-printed parts

  • PCB anchor
  • PCB assembly jig
  • Base
  • Primary buttons
  • Secondary buttons
  • Scroll wheel
  • Scroll wheel holder
  • Scroll wheel holder holder (holder holder holder holder...)
  • 3x roller bearing dowels
  • Top

If you're not sure how to get these parts, we sell them! See Appendix B: 3D-Printed Parts for more information on how to buy them from us. (We also have a few tips for you, if you want to make your own!)

Step 4: Get the necessary electronics components

TODO pix of all electrical components TODO electrical BOM here

Yup, you guessed it, we sell complete components kits. See Step 2 of Appendix A: Printed Circuit Boards if you want more information (or info on how to buy them from your favourite electronics provider).

Step 5: Get the necessary fastening hardware

TODO pix of all fastening hardware

  • 2x M3x12mm flat-countersunk machine screw
  • 4x M3x8mm socket cap machine screw
  • 6x M3 heat-set threaded insert

No surprise, we sell these too. See Appendix D: Hardware for how to buy them from us (or how to get them yourself, if you want.)

Step 6: Let's get going.

If you're ready, proceed to 2: Electronics Assembly. What's the use in waiting?