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Would you be interested in a thin key kit?

  • Yes, with physical key

    Votes: 31 36%
  • Yes, with or without physical key

    Votes: 47 55%
  • Yes, without physical key

    Votes: 7 8.2%
  • No

    Votes: 0 0%
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Discussion starter · #63 ·
Will there be future batches or is this the only run? I don't even own a GRC yet but I'll definitely want one of these when I do.
I'm probably not going to do another run, just because I sold my GRC and won't have the PCB anymore (I do a fit check on each one). There are still 5 or so key fobs that haven't been spoken for yet.

However if you're inclined to make one of these later, I will make the CAD files public. The laser cut titanium bits are from SendCutSend, screws and inserts are from McMaster, and I experimented with several SLA print shops (that was the bulk of the cost for me). If you have your own SLA printer then you can definitely make this yourself.
 
I'm probably not going to do another run, just because I sold my GRC and won't have the PCB anymore (I do a fit check on each one). There are still 5 or so key fobs that haven't been spoken for yet.

However if you're inclined to make one of these later, I will make the CAD files public. The laser cut titanium bits are from SendCutSend, screws and inserts are from McMaster, and I experimented with several SLA print shops (that was the bulk of the cost for me). If you have your own SLA printer then you can definitely make this yourself.
I'll take one of the fobs, please.
 
Once you've sold your stock, I'd be interested in the CAD file. Not sure where we'd post them, I'd share my PCB scan and micro-fob frame for the makers here. The frame's probably searchable in OnShape now.
 
I received my order on Tuesday and just now got around to buying the necessary CR2430 button cell to complete the kit. There’s a substantial and much appreciated reduction in the key’s footprint (nay, pocketprint). Thanks, @CawaGR!
 
I received my order on Tuesday and just now got around to buying the necessary CR2430 button cell to complete the kit. There’s a substantial and much appreciated reduction in the key’s footprint (nay, pocketprint). Thanks, @CawaGR!
Mine should arrive today. Looking forward to having a small fob....
 
i loved the design and convenience of @CawaGR’s minifob, but the case recently cracked after light use over the last month. I can’t imagine it’ll hold up for much longer, so I’ll be switching back to the OE fob soon. The minifob lacked sufficient rigidity to hold up to the repeated flexing of use.

I mention this to put y’all at ease about missing out on the minifob — I wouldn’t recommend it for anyone using it for daily driving. Super appreciative of @CawaGR’s ingenuity, nonetheless (even if he sold his GRC).
 
Discussion starter · #76 ·
i loved the design and convenience of @CawaGR’s minifob, but the case recently cracked after light use over the last month. I can’t imagine it’ll hold up for much longer, so I’ll be switching back to the OE fob soon. The minifob lacked sufficient rigidity to hold up to the repeated flexing of use.

I mention this to put y’all at ease about missing out on the minifob — I wouldn’t recommend it for anyone using it for daily driving. Super appreciative of @CawaGR’s ingenuity, nonetheless (even if he sold his GRC).
Ah, really sorry to hear that. Can you please send me a pic of where it gave out? If it's around the buttons i may have a replacement piece picking around.
 
Ah, really sorry to hear that. Can you please send me a pic of where it gave out? If it's around the buttons i may have a replacement piece picking around.
@CawaGR - Yep! It’s a crack that goes from the middle button (unlock) to the left about halfway to the edge. I should be able to snap a pic in the morning. I freaking love the design and its thinness. How much you want for a new faceplate?
 
@CawaGR - Yep! It’s a crack that goes from the middle button (unlock) to the left about halfway to the edge. I should be able to snap a pic in the morning. I freaking love the design and its thinness. How much you want for a new faceplate?
I was wrong. It is cracking from the panic button.
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