From 8687975bd2d5ac5aca0386bf75943e28847bae47 Mon Sep 17 00:00:00 2001 From: Danny Date: Sat, 23 Nov 2024 09:35:40 -0500 Subject: [PATCH] Add info on new silicone tray liner --- docs/iris-rev6-build-guide.md | 18 ++++++++++++++++++ 1 file changed, 18 insertions(+) diff --git a/docs/iris-rev6-build-guide.md b/docs/iris-rev6-build-guide.md index 593a348..6260ab9 100644 --- a/docs/iris-rev6-build-guide.md +++ b/docs/iris-rev6-build-guide.md @@ -194,6 +194,22 @@ First step is to add the screws and standoffs to the switch plate. For each hole ![](./assets/images/iris-rev6/IMG_7860.jpg) +### Add silicone tray liner + +:::info + +New! As of 11/23/2024, the Iris PE plate kits now come with a silicone tray liner. This liner is used to support the hotswap sockets when switches are being inserted and helps to prevent the sockets from being ripped off of the PCB. + +This replaces the use of FLAHNS as described a bit later. + +::: + +If your plate kit comes with a silicone tray liner, lay it over the bottom of the PCB. + +(TODO: Add pic here) + +### If you don't have the tray liner + If you installed an encoder, you will need to add a [silicone bumper](https://keeb.io/products/flahns-5mm-hotswap-silicone-bumpers) or piece of foam about 3-4mm thick that will sit in between the bottom of the PCB and the bottom plate. This will prevent the PCB from dislodging from the switches when pressing down on the encoder. ![](./assets/images/iris-rev6/IMG_7861.jpg) @@ -204,6 +220,8 @@ If you installed an encoder, you will need to add a [silicone bumper](https://ke ![](./assets/images/iris-rev6/flahns-side.jpg) +### Add bottom plate + Put the bottom plate on top of the standoffs and screw it on. ![](./assets/images/iris-rev6/IMG_7862.jpg)