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PH60 - Polycarbonate HHKB (IC)

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The PH60 is a unique 60% polycarbonate keyboard integrated circuit featuring a seamless design and HHKB layout. It offers a distinctive typing angle, a top mount POM plate, and compatibility with GH60 PCBs. Recent improvements in design address issues like bottom cover bowing, enhancing overall experience.

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Community Feedback & Sentiment

High Interest
Positive – 55%
Neutral – 28%
Negative – 17%
Positive0%
Neutral0%
Negative0%

Feedback Highlights

Positive (4)

  • "Users express excitement about the design and features."

  • "Many participants are interested in joining the group buy."

  • "The price point is considered favorable by multiple commenters."

  • "The prototype is praised for its quality and aesthetics."

Negative (3)

  • "Concerns about potential price increases and issues with PC boards."

  • "Some users are hesitant due to past experiences with group buys."

  • "Discussions suggest the weight design may not be appealing to everyone."

Suggestions (3)

  • Consider adding an EU proxy for the group buy.

  • Offer options for different plate colors.

  • Explore alternatives for the weight design and the addition of a half-plate.

Questions (3)

  • What hotswap PCBs would work with the keyboard?

  • Will there be an option for a colored case?

  • Is it possible to get a different backspace plate?

Duckeebs Analysis

The thread has a high level of engagement with a wide range of positive sentiment. Despite some negative concerns, the majority of comments indicate strong interest in the project.

Project Specs

Name
PH60 - Polycarbonate HHKB (IC)
Layout Size
60%
Layout Standard
HHKB
Mount Style
Top mount
Case Material
Polycarbonate
Plate
POM
Connection
-
Polling Rate
-
Battery capacity
-
Dimensions
-
Weight
-
Hot Swappable
-
Knob Support
No
Display Support
No
Mac/Win Support
-
Multi-Media Keys
No
USB-C
-
USB passthrough
-
Hall Effect Support
-
QMK Support
-
VIA Support
-
N-Key Rollover
-
Rapid Trigger
-
Screw-in Stabilizers
-
Sound Dampening
-
Backlight
No
Case Colors
-