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ASCII-F : 65TK (IC)

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The ASCII-F is a 65% TKL keyboard with a unique layout inspired by vintage WYSE ASCII keyboards. It features a plateless top mount design, multiple color and material options, and a focus on a soft, bouncy typing feel.

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Community Feedback & Sentiment

High Interest
Positive – 76%
Neutral – 15%
Negative – 10%
Positive0%
Neutral0%
Negative0%

Feedback Highlights

Positive (4)

  • "Community loves the layout and design."

  • "Comments showcase excitement for the project's aesthetic and features."

  • "Many users express strong interest in participating in the group buy."

  • "Several users highlight the affordability of the pricing."

Negative (3)

  • "Some users want additional hotswap layouts to appeal to a broader audience."

  • "Concerns were raised about the comfort of the wrist rest engraving."

  • "A few comments suggest dissatisfaction with the limited layout options."

Suggestions (3)

  • Add more hotswap layout support.

  • Consider offering a numpad on the left as an option.

  • Provide a custom bottom row layout option for solder PCBs.

Questions (2)

  • Clarifications regarding layout options and design choices.

  • Inquiries about the wrist rest design comfort.

Duckeebs Analysis

The thread contains a strong level of engagement with 31 unique positive comments, a clear indication of community excitement. Several suggestions and mild concerns were raised, but overall enthusiasm for the project remains high.

Project Specs

Name
ASCII-F : 65TK (IC)
Release year
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Switch Options
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Profile
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Layout Size
65%
Layout Standard
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Layout Ergonomics
7.0°
Connection
USB-C
Polling Rate
-
Battery capacity
-
Mount Style
Plateless Top Mount
Case Colors
Black, E-Beige, E-White, Silver
Case Material
Aluminum
Keycaps Material
-
Dimensions
17.8mm (Front Height)
Weight
1.34kg (Alu Top + Alu Bottom)
Hot Swappable
Yes
Knob Support
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Display Support
-
Mac/Win Support
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Multi-Media Keys
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USB-C
Yes
USB passthrough
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Hall Effect Support
-
QMK Support
Yes
VIA Support
Yes
N-Key Rollover
-
Rapid Trigger
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Screw-in Stabilizers
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Sound Dampening
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Backlight
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