# Iris 3D Printed Ergodox EZ Mid

### Parts List
You've got the hip 3D printed middle layer for your Iris, eh? Smashing! Get the rest of the items in the list below and we'll get you putting everything together in no time.
+ [Iris 3D Printed Ergodox EZ Mid]()
+ [Ergodox EZ](https://ergodox-ez.com/products/tilt-tent-kit?variant=16101844419) These are the legs that will tent and prop up your Iris. Keebio doesn't sell this, but the nice folks in matching socks over there can help you nab one.
+ [Iris PCB](https://keeb.io/collections/iris-split-ergonomic-keyboard/products/iris-keyboard-split-ergonomic-keyboard)
+ [Iris plates/acrylic case](https://keeb.io/products/iris-keyboard-case-plates?_pos=1&_sid=cfc4889a9&_ss=r)
+ 11mm standoffs
+ screws
+ switches of your choice
+ tweezers (the kind with the very pointed nose)

### Overview
Your goal at the end of this guide is to have your Iris PCB sitting cozy inside the 3D printed layer with some rockin' legs. This can be tricky, but that's why we have this guide for you!
#### Steps
+ 1 Flash your Iris PCB
+ 2 Prep the 3D printed mid
+ 3 Input standoffs and nuts
+ 4 Add Legs
+ 5 Insert the Iris PCB
+ 6 Add plates and switches
+ 7 Securely apply screws to the inserted standoffs
+ 8 Rejoice!

### 1 Flash your Iris PCB
We always verify this in-house, but to be extra sure you've got everything working right this is a good idea. Wouldn't want to have everything assembled then find something critical didn't work, right? Good to practice that proactive energy!

### 2 Prep the 3D printed mid
3D printing is a beautiful thing. It also tends to need a little care after printing. To remove any debris that might be left in the holes for your standoffs, take your tweezers/pointed tool and gently pivot it inside the opening.

Do this for each of the holes, and then it'll make step 3 *much* easier.
### 3 Input standoffs and nuts
Now go ahead and drop in your standoffs into each of the holes.

After accomplishing standoff placement, you can now do the exciting part of adding the 3 nuts into the carved out spaces made especially for them.

### 4 Add legs
With the nuts inserted, you can now cinch down the Ergodox EZ pieces into the outer sides of the Iris middle layer.


### 5 Insert the Iris PCB
This part is a little tricky, so if you're having a hard time, don't give up! We also have a [video]() to help you out.

You want to gently nest the two outs you'll have your USB-C and TRRS jack connected to into their assigned openings. **Be sure** to nest it properly or you'll have a really hard time reversing this process.

But hey, once you have everything all cozy, your Iris now officially has Ergodox legs! Fancy that.

### 6 Add plates and switches
You are now ready to add your plates and switches! If this is your first time doing this, I've got even more detail for you over at the [Iris build guide](https://docs.keeb.io/iris-rev3-build-guide).


### 7 Securely apply screws to the inserted standoffs
You've got the 3D mid, Iris PCB, plates *and* switches altogether! Bam! Now to seal the deal on this half of the Iris you're working on and cinch down the screws into place to hold the whole shebang together.
### 8 Repeat for other half of Iris
That's right! You're halfway there. Repeat this process one more time and you'll have yourself a lovely Ergodox EZ tented Iris!
### 9 Rejoice!
You're done! Enjoy your hard work, friend.