> For the complete documentation index, see [llms.txt](https://docs.beekeeb.com/llms.txt). Markdown versions of documentation pages are available by appending `.md` to page URLs; this page is available as [Markdown](https://docs.beekeeb.com/build-guide/elephant42-keyboard-photo-build-log/acrylic-case-with-fabric-middle-plates-for-split-keyboard-installation.md). # Acrylic Case with Fabric Middle Plates for Split Keyboard Installation ## Getting the Hardware In this page, I’m using the acrylic case kits for Elephant42. You can get the hardware from one of the following links. * My Etsy Store: * My Shop: ![](https://310059516-files.gitbook.io/~/files/v0/b/gitbook-legacy-files/o/assets%2F-MipCDWiRJbsrF2klOWK%2F-MjHbkBZQRe2IkVMu3s5%2F-MjNfAcWrCyEej3op6sB%2FIMG_8324.jpg?alt=media\&token=2d4df1ac-96e1-489e-a6e0-e8d897b8363c) * The Acrylic Case Kit for Crkbd v3 (Corne) is available in ## Installation Guide This guide assumes you have the basic equipments (a screwdriver) , a soldered Elephant42 split keyboard and the acrylic case kit. ### Attach the acrylic cover for OLED display to the PCB ![](https://310059516-files.gitbook.io/~/files/v0/b/gitbook-legacy-files/o/assets%2F-MipCDWiRJbsrF2klOWK%2F-MjHbkBZQRe2IkVMu3s5%2F-MjNYPjKlOyofzsgaXXb%2FIMG_8290.jpg?alt=media\&token=2ae7bc23-56b8-4b21-b6cf-a5a43ca4645c) ![Remove the protected film on the OLED display](https://310059516-files.gitbook.io/~/files/v0/b/gitbook-legacy-files/o/assets%2F-MipCDWiRJbsrF2klOWK%2F-MjHbkBZQRe2IkVMu3s5%2F-MjNY8y0CvtKdOi8Nosj%2FIMG_8289.jpg?alt=media\&token=cbb5f444-69e5-486b-aeb6-91c7020908e6) ![](https://310059516-files.gitbook.io/~/files/v0/b/gitbook-legacy-files/o/assets%2F-MipCDWiRJbsrF2klOWK%2F-MjHbkBZQRe2IkVMu3s5%2F-MjNZ5fM307ddw16qyKn%2FIMG_8293.jpg?alt=media\&token=2dc3234f-db90-4c4c-83c9-83fe2feabdd2) ![](https://310059516-files.gitbook.io/~/files/v0/b/gitbook-legacy-files/o/assets%2F-MipCDWiRJbsrF2klOWK%2F-MjHbkBZQRe2IkVMu3s5%2F-MjNYmcJ-0E4WAUDE2eT%2FIMG_8292.jpg?alt=media\&token=7022a97c-1039-4e83-843b-3478d9a66a94) ![](https://310059516-files.gitbook.io/~/files/v0/b/gitbook-legacy-files/o/assets%2F-MipCDWiRJbsrF2klOWK%2F-MjHbkBZQRe2IkVMu3s5%2F-MjNZPtAW2nzINSQHhdH%2FIMG_8296.jpg?alt=media\&token=b5fe0fef-8e3a-4130-b350-383fed527fe1) ![](https://310059516-files.gitbook.io/~/files/v0/b/gitbook-legacy-files/o/assets%2F-MipCDWiRJbsrF2klOWK%2F-MjHbkBZQRe2IkVMu3s5%2F-MjNZSsLhzWgvyWAlf8z%2FIMG_8297.jpg?alt=media\&token=16a16c69-23ea-4fc6-b156-5b2cfcc3b714) ![](https://310059516-files.gitbook.io/~/files/v0/b/gitbook-legacy-files/o/assets%2F-MipCDWiRJbsrF2klOWK%2F-MjHbkBZQRe2IkVMu3s5%2F-MjN_ONHI4R6pleAfbUL%2FIMG_8298.jpg?alt=media\&token=ae7c74dc-b31e-4018-be05-5affca511a67) ### Prepare the top acrylic plate ![](https://310059516-files.gitbook.io/~/files/v0/b/gitbook-legacy-files/o/assets%2F-MipCDWiRJbsrF2klOWK%2F-MjHbkBZQRe2IkVMu3s5%2F-MjNcFEZU0I2W9ZiKVFG%2FIMG_8306.jpg?alt=media\&token=37adfc92-d99e-4955-a37f-4fb31f247615) ![](https://310059516-files.gitbook.io/~/files/v0/b/gitbook-legacy-files/o/assets%2F-MipCDWiRJbsrF2klOWK%2F-MjHbkBZQRe2IkVMu3s5%2F-MjNcJz67Z0ZUgtpd-t8%2FIMG_8307.jpg?alt=media\&token=7b6bd304-771c-4d8f-8ad9-ffd55b22ecd7) ![](https://310059516-files.gitbook.io/~/files/v0/b/gitbook-legacy-files/o/assets%2F-MipCDWiRJbsrF2klOWK%2F-MjHbkBZQRe2IkVMu3s5%2F-MjNcQ409NAWgLzMOVRj%2FIMG_8308.jpg?alt=media\&token=cb63c9db-6772-43dc-903d-fd2774fcadd1) ### Add the fabric middle plates on top of the PCB ![The fabric / foam is placed between the top acrylic plate and PCB. ](https://310059516-files.gitbook.io/~/files/v0/b/gitbook-legacy-files/o/assets%2F-MipCDWiRJbsrF2klOWK%2F-MjHbkBZQRe2IkVMu3s5%2F-MjNcVOtq7E_AmE5sa6F%2FIMG_8309.jpg?alt=media\&token=3a78a5c3-170f-4c81-9b5b-16934145d8f4) ![](https://310059516-files.gitbook.io/~/files/v0/b/gitbook-legacy-files/o/assets%2F-MipCDWiRJbsrF2klOWK%2F-MjHbkBZQRe2IkVMu3s5%2F-MjN_g5lMqUeW1Tdn9sW%2FIMG_8300.jpg?alt=media\&token=54984692-2d9d-4fc5-a02d-141e8fa29a2d) ![](https://310059516-files.gitbook.io/~/files/v0/b/gitbook-legacy-files/o/assets%2F-MipCDWiRJbsrF2klOWK%2F-MjHbkBZQRe2IkVMu3s5%2F-MjNccoSmBfVInMJXAU6%2FIMG_8311.jpg?alt=media\&token=cdc8ce4b-d224-4000-82d2-424f829a6a23) ### Attach the bottom acrylic plate to the board ![](https://310059516-files.gitbook.io/~/files/v0/b/gitbook-legacy-files/o/assets%2F-MipCDWiRJbsrF2klOWK%2F-MjHbkBZQRe2IkVMu3s5%2F-MjNcxaB9XiWTbl_5o4u%2FIMG_8312.jpg?alt=media\&token=69b6c596-87f7-4d0b-b7e3-377ff9147052) ![](https://310059516-files.gitbook.io/~/files/v0/b/gitbook-legacy-files/o/assets%2F-MipCDWiRJbsrF2klOWK%2F-MjHbkBZQRe2IkVMu3s5%2F-MjNd0mbNJwlo340pY0L%2FIMG_8313.jpg?alt=media\&token=7350312a-10af-4a33-9d26-861fd0978fd6) ![](https://310059516-files.gitbook.io/~/files/v0/b/gitbook-legacy-files/o/assets%2F-MipCDWiRJbsrF2klOWK%2F-MjHbkBZQRe2IkVMu3s5%2F-MjNd56d_4ZAKJC8N5hY%2FIMG_8314.jpg?alt=media\&token=07d290e2-a14b-4b53-8494-1e4320800730) ### Add the rubber feet to the bottom plate ![](https://310059516-files.gitbook.io/~/files/v0/b/gitbook-legacy-files/o/assets%2F-MipCDWiRJbsrF2klOWK%2F-MjHbkBZQRe2IkVMu3s5%2F-MjNdJQb-IUaQsqJNuPh%2FIMG_8315.jpg?alt=media\&token=c867f2be-192e-4588-9a07-38e6e97dc557) ![](https://310059516-files.gitbook.io/~/files/v0/b/gitbook-legacy-files/o/assets%2F-MipCDWiRJbsrF2klOWK%2F-MjScsXpC6Kyw-R0DNa0%2F-MjSdjEtJV8HAgEdBXba%2Fil_1588xN.3021148510_drsu.png?alt=media\&token=f1c103d4-4c1e-4a33-a0ab-19a325e3caab) ## Best Practice ### TRRS Cable If it is a split keyboard, please connect both sides using the TRRS cable before giving power to the keyboard to prevent short circuit. ![](https://310059516-files.gitbook.io/~/files/v0/b/gitbook-legacy-files/o/assets%2F-MipCDWiRJbsrF2klOWK%2F-MjHbkBZQRe2IkVMu3s5%2F-MjNe-OqMjsLv0R15wxJ%2FIMG_8324.jpg?alt=media\&token=992a5857-134b-44cd-8216-9522a4e036a2) ![](https://310059516-files.gitbook.io/~/files/v0/b/gitbook-legacy-files/o/assets%2F-MipCDWiRJbsrF2klOWK%2F-MjHbkBZQRe2IkVMu3s5%2F-MjNexjFHS48iQX7sOSH%2FIMG_8329.jpg?alt=media\&token=28088fbf-425a-4f55-a6d3-4eed897bc700)