I wanted to build my first ergo keyboard, a lily58 Pro with Elite-Cs and decided it would be better to use sockets for the controllers. But I can barely find them anywhere, only place I found in the EU is splitkb, but even they have a 10 Euro shipping fee, which seems expensive for such a small item, even across country-borders.
So I was wondering if anybody from Germany knows a place with lower shipping rates (and possibly prices) or if I have to swallow the pill and buy from splitkb?
I would not mind ordering from Aliexpress or the likes and wait a month, but even they do not seem to have them.
Thanks in advance!
Welcome to Round 16!
Please check the IMPORTANT NOTES below. Specifically the new points regarding refunds.
IMPORTANT NOTES
- This GB is still currently for USA only. This may disappoint many people, and for that I am sorry. Shipping outside of the US with insurance in stupid expensive.
- For orders over 1000 for 0305 sockets, it may be cheaper for you to go through Mouser directly.
- I ship to the address provided to me by PayPal - NO EXCEPTIONS!!!
- Changing the address by me is not an option because it will forfeit my seller protection.
- PayPal no longer refunds fees (they refund to buyer, but charge the seller's account anyway).
- Fees charged due to refund will either be added to the new invoice or withheld from the refund.
Sockets
Mill-Max Single Socket | 0305-2-15-80-47-80-10-0: 0305-2-15-80-47-80-10-0
Mill-Max Single Socket | 7305-0-15-15-47-27-10-0: 7305-0-15-15-47-27-10-0
Mill-Max 24 Pin DIP | 115-93-624-41-003000: 115-93-624-41-003000
- These are used to socket Pro Micro and Elite-C boards.
0305/7305 Socket Info
- You need 2 sockets per switch.
- These need to be soldered into the PCB.
- I suggest you DO NOT use these if you're not using a plate or if you're using a plate that does not allow the switches to click into place, even if you're using PCB mount switches.
- These are packaged by weight and you should get a few more than you ordered.
- 7305 sockets are preferred over 0305 for two reasons:
- The top lip is lower and the overall socket length it shorter.
Socket Photos - Some photos showing common discussed "issues", or lack of :)
- Switches with sockets and without - (best photo showing the difference)
- Size difference between 0305 and 7305 sockets
- 7305 socket on a Zilent V2 switch
- 0305 socket on a Zilent V2 switch
- 7305 socket on various Kaihl Box switches
- No socket switch vs 0305 socketed switch - this shows the length of the socket vs just the pin (not much difference).
- [No socket sw
All current orders have been dropped off at the Post Office. Please allow up to a week for delivery/tracking updates. Hopefully they get to you before then.
Initial GB Post
The Black Friday Deal will continue until my stock is gone.
For any "extras" orders, please PM me with your PayPal email and the quantities you would like.
7305 Sockets
- 500 - $113.50 (50% OFF SHIPPING)
- 750 - $165 shipped (FREE SHIPPING)
- 1000 - $210 shipped (LOWER PRICE & FREE SHIPPING)
0305 sockets are SOLD OUT
- 24 Pin DIP - $2.30 each (4 left)
Farewell....For Now
Unless interest picks back up, Round 15 will be my last. There are too many people offering sockets (at a higher price most of the time) which is making this GB harder to keep going since not as many people are going through me anymore. I barely hit MOQ for Round 15 and I only had extra sockets because I decided to use my own funds to purchase a larger quantity to keep the price lower. It's been fun though and I appreciate everyone who has joined in on any of the rounds. If I ever manage to make a proper shop site, I promise my prices will remain lower than most, if not all. I hope to find a way to ship International that isn't a risk for either me, or you.
Initial Post
The shipment from Mouser was 2 days late but I was able to get almost half of the orders dropped off to USPS yesterday.
Due to the holiday tomorrow, the remainder of the orders will be dropped off on Tuesday. Sorry for the 1 day delay.
Thanks again to everyone who joined. If interest remains high, I may post Round 17 in about 3-4 weeks.
Extras
7305 - Mouser shorted me on 7305 sockets and now they are out of stock. I currently do not have any extras past the orders I have already taken.
I do have 0305 sockets and a handful of 24 pin DIPs available though so please PM me if you would like any.
Form is closed but I will still take orders through Saturday. Just message me and I will open the form back up temporarily. Please see the "Initial Post" link below for the details.
Initial Post
ORDER FORM
Welcome to Round 12!
The remainder of the Round 11 orders were dropped off at USPS today (7/6).
IMPORTANT NOTES
- This GB is still currently for CONUS only. This may disappoint many people, and for that I am sorry. Shipping outside of the US with insurance in stupid expensive.
- If anyone is aware of a way to ship insured outside of the US for under $20, please enlighten me. I would love nothing more than to help EVERYONE save on buying sockets.
- If anyone wants to be a proxy for CA orders, please reach out to me. I want nothing more to help everyone save money on sockets.
- Shipping price was raised from $6 to $9 starting with Round 9. This is because I now require insurance on all orders in order to cover my own tail.
- I WILL NO LONGER CHANGE ADDRESSES IN PAYPAL. This is due to the Seller Protection through PayPal. YOU MUST CHECK YOUR ADDRESS IN YOUR PAYPAL ACCOUNT BEFORE PAYING THE INVOICE. I have been lenient on this in recent rounds, but no more. If I manually change your address, I lose all seller protection and I cannot take that chance, specially with some orders totaling more than $100.
Sockets
Mill-Max Single Socket | 0305-2-15-80-47-80-10-0: 0305-2-15-80-47-80-10-0
Mill-Max Single Socket | 7305-0-15-15-47-27-10-0: 7305-0-15-15-47-27-10-0
Mill-Max 24 Pin DIP | 115-93-624-41-003000: 115-93-624-41-003000
- These are used to socket Pro Micro and Elite-C boards. I believe these are lower profile than what is currently offered on sites in our community (I may be wrong, so no need to have a fit). They are not as low profile as Keeb.io Peel-A-Way Sockets, but I feel they are much easier and quicker to use.
- These are not a new thing, just a new item I am offering.
- I have not personally used these yet, but I found them from this page and they seems to be a great option if not the best option.
- From u/Mundhra - Better photos that show how they can be modded if needed
0305/7305 Socket Info
- You need 2 sockets per switch.
- These need to be soldered into the PCB.
- These may work for in-switch LEDs on some PCBs (confirmed on my B.Face 96 Hotswap USB-C PCB, and my YMDK96 PCB).
- I suggest you **DO N
Welcome to Round 14!
IMPORTANT NOTES
- This GB is still currently for USA only. This may disappoint many people, and for that I am sorry. Shipping outside of the US with insurance in stupid expensive.
- Shipping cost has been lowered a bit starting in Round 14, please see the details below.
- For orders over 1000 for 0305 sockets, it may be cheaper for you to go through Mouser directly.
- I WILL NO LONGER CHANGE ADDRESSES IN PAYPAL. This is due to the Seller Protection through PayPal. YOU MUST CHECK YOUR ADDRESS IN YOUR PAYPAL ACCOUNT BEFORE PAYING THE INVOICE. I have been lenient on this in recent rounds, but no more. If I manually change your address, I lose all seller protection and I cannot take that chance, specially with some orders totaling more than $100.
Sockets
Mill-Max Single Socket | 0305-2-15-80-47-80-10-0: 0305-2-15-80-47-80-10-0
Mill-Max Single Socket | 7305-0-15-15-47-27-10-0: 7305-0-15-15-47-27-10-0
Mill-Max 24 Pin DIP | 115-93-624-41-003000: 115-93-624-41-003000
- These are used to socket Pro Micro and Elite-C boards. I believe these are lower profile than what is currently offered on sites in our community (I may be wrong, so no need to have a fit). They are not as low profile as Keeb.io Peel-A-Way Sockets, but I feel they are much easier and quicker to use.
0305/7305 Socket Info
- You need 2 sockets per switch.
- These need to be soldered into the PCB.
- These may work for in-switch LEDs on some PCBs (confirmed on my B.Face 96 Hotswap USB-C PCB, and my YMDK96 Hotswap PCB).
- I suggest you DO NOT use these if you're not using a plate or if you're using a plate that does not allow the switches to click into place, even if you're using PCB mount switches.
- These are packaged by weight and you should get a few more than you ordered.
- 7305 sockets are preferred over 0305 for two reasons:
- The top lip is lower and the overall socket length it shorter.
Socket Photos - Some photos showing common discussed "issues", or lack of :)
- Switches with sockets and without - (best photo showing the difference)
- [Size difference between 0305 and 7305 sockets](https://imgur.com/
Welcome to Round 11!
I just realized that I have been running this GB for over a year now. Wow. Where has the time gone? I want to say thank you to everyone who has participated. Round 10 wasn't the smoothest, but hopefully Round 11 will be better.
TAKE NOTE: There are now two options for 7305 sockets so please read the differences carefully. Same sockets but different shipping times. One ships by 6/15 and costs more, the other ships around the middle/end of July and costs less. This is because Mouser can't keep them in stock. So while I wait for them, I can buy from DigiKey which costs more. If you choose the cheaper 7305 option, your entire order will not ship until the middle/end of July.
IMPORTANT NOTES:
- This GB is currently for CONUS only. This may disappoint many people, and for that I am sorry. Shipping outside of the US with insurance in stupid expensive and the way I have been doing Canadian orders the last two rounds is a headache and honestly not safe for either party.
- If anyone is aware of a way to ship insured outside of the US for under $20, please enlighten me. I would love nothing more than to help EVERYONE save on buying sockets.
- Shipping price was raised from $6 to $9 starting with Round 9. This is because I now require insurance on all orders in order to cover my own tail.
- I WILL NO LONGER CHANGE ADDRESSES IN PAYPAL. This is due to the Seller Protection through PayPal. YOU MUST CHECK YOUR ADDRESS IN YOUR PAYPAL ACCOUNT BEFORE PAYING THE INVOICE. I have been lenient on this in recent rounds, but no more. If I manually change your address, I lose all seller protection and I cannot take that chance, specially with some orders totaling more than $100.
GB Items:
Mill-Max Single Socket | 0305-2-15-80-47-80-10-0: 0305-2-15-80-47-80-10-0
Mill-Max Single Socket | 7305-0-15-15-47-27-10-0: 7305-0-15-15-47-27-10-0
Mill-Max 24 Pin DIP | 115-93-624-41-003000: 115-93-624-41-003000
- These are used to socket Pro Micro and Elite-C boards. I believe these are lower profile than what is currently offered on sites in our community (I may be wrong, so no need to have a fit). They are not as low profile as Keeb.io Peel-A-Way Sockets, but I feel they
All current GB orders will be shipped out tomorrow, Friday 11/27.
Please see below about purchasing extras.
Initial GB Post
If you would like to purchase any of the extras, please PM me with the totals you would like and your PayPal email.
Thanksgiving/Black Friday Deal
As a special for Thanksgiving and Black Friday, I am offering a little bit more of a discount on larger quantities of the 7305 sockets. You will not find prices lower than these anywhere. As always, packages are always tracked and fully insured. For those who purchased the quantities below, I will be refunding the difference to you shortly.
- 500 sockets - 1/2 off shipping = $113.50
- 750 - Free shipping = $165
- 1000 - Lower Price AND Free shipping = $210
Initial GB Post - please see this post for pricing and other info.
The last group of orders will be dropped off at USPS in about an hour or so. I'd like to say thanks again for everyone who joined the GB and for those who have taken advantage of the extras I have ordered.
I do still have extras. PM me with your PayPal email and quantities if you would like any.
- 24 pin DIP - 4 left
- 0305 - 2-3k left
- 7305 - 3-5k left
Round 15 will take place about a week after I sell through my extras from Round 14. Round 15 will most likely be the last for 2020. I plan to reboot around early to mid January.
Initial GB Post
These are the remaining extras from Round 13.
I do not have any 7305 sockets left.
- 0305 - 10k available @ $0.09 each
- 24 Pin DIP - 7 available @ $2.25 each
- Shipping is being lowered to $7 flat rate (tracked and fully insured)
If you would like any of the extras, please PM me with your PayPal email and the quantities that you would like.
I will ship outside of the US, but it must be insured and it is not cheap. PM me and I will do my best to get an accurate quote for you.
IF I continue this GB, it will not be until at least October.
Form closes this Friday. Please see the "Initial Post" link below for the details.
MOQ has been reached for all three socket types :)
