This initiative aims to test FR4 plates for Phantom and Filco keyboards, offering affordable and innovative design options. This project explores plate liners and Micarta plates, focusing on sound dampening and customization. Future plans include better PCBs and expanded material choices.
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Community Feedback & Sentiment
Feedback Highlights
Positive (3)
"Community members express excitement about the project and the potential upgrades to existing Filco keyboards."
"Multiple users confirm their interest and intent to participate in the group buy."
"Users appreciate the affordable pricing and potential sound dampening options."
Negative (3)
"Concerns about compatibility issues with existing keyboard designs and stabs not working with new plate cutouts."
"Skepticism regarding the effectiveness of the design and relief cuts."
"Users mention challenges with switch cap removal due to the new plate design."
Suggestions (3)
Recommendations to test plate fit on actual PCBs before full production.
Users suggest additional features like hot-swappable PCBs and alternative color options.
Potential modification ideas for accommodating various switch types.
Questions (3)
Inquiries regarding the specific edge cuts and how they affect installation in different cases.
Questions about material comparisons between FR4 and other materials.
Consultation requests for clearer operation details and shipping estimates.
Duckeebs Analysis
The thread contains 30 comments with a healthy mix of inquiry, support, and critique. Engagement levels are high, reflected by the number of unique replies and the positive ratio of feedback. Suggestions and questions indicate active community participation.
Project Specs
- Name
- FR4 Phantom/Filco Plates
- Release year
- -
- Material
- FR4
- Thickness
- 1.5mm
- Compatibility
- Cherry Stabilizers
- Price
- $20 for Full Plate, $20 for Half Plate, $30 for Micarta Full Plate
- Shipping
- $12 CONUS
- Weight
- -
- Dimensions
- -