07-30-2019, 12:54 AM
The buttons were "smooth" as is. The same as you would receive them if you had ordered the anodized shell (they are sold separately). I just feel the shape isn't quite right. True, it is mentioned that the shell may need finishing, but I interpret it as it needs finishing for aesthetics and not for function.
It also wasn't really that much material that I took off. The pictures make it seem more exaggerated as they are so close up. You can't see any of the modification when the unit is assembled.
The membranes are the ones specified for use with the BoxyPixel shell. The CM3 comes with them pre-soldered to the board. So they are a constant in the design (also quite strong).
I guess my point is that it wouldn't have hurt to have the buttons be a different shape on the bottom from the factory. It would have avoided this issue regardless of if the shell were anodized or not.
Quote:3. If raw aluminum is purchased (No anodize), it will come as is from machining. Some cleaning, and/or finishing will be needed. 3M fine sanding pads work well. Polishing compound can be use to achieve a shine fairly easily. In short, these are sold to those that would like to sand, polish, paint, or finish on their own.
It also wasn't really that much material that I took off. The pictures make it seem more exaggerated as they are so close up. You can't see any of the modification when the unit is assembled.
The membranes are the ones specified for use with the BoxyPixel shell. The CM3 comes with them pre-soldered to the board. So they are a constant in the design (also quite strong).
I guess my point is that it wouldn't have hurt to have the buttons be a different shape on the bottom from the factory. It would have avoided this issue regardless of if the shell were anodized or not.