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Polycarbonate KL-90 (IC)

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The Polycarbonate KL-90 keyboard is gauging interest for a group buy with features like gasket mounting, QMK/VIA support, and optional rotary encoder. Join the IC form to express interest, with group buy running from May 10-31st across global vendors. Stay updated via Discord and Instagram.

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Community Feedback & Sentiment

High Interest
Positive – 44%
Neutral – 33%
Negative – 22%
Positive0%
Neutral0%
Negative0%

Feedback Highlights

Positive (4)

  • "Users are excited about the visual appeal of the blue polycarbonate with GMK keycaps."

  • "Comments highlight the attractive design and features of the keyboard."

  • "Expressions of enthusiasm about the layout and aesthetics received positive remarks."

  • "Support for running the group buy is evident."

Negative (3)

  • "Concerns raised about the presence of mounting tabs affecting feel and bounce."

  • "One user worried about the shipping costs."

  • "A lack of metal inserts for screws was noted as a concern by a community member."

Suggestions (2)

  • Test feel and bounce by potentially removing some mounting tabs.

  • Consider options for choosing the type of top in future group buys.

Questions (4)

  • Is polycarbonate the only plate material option?

  • Will there be international shipping costs?

  • Does the PCB support lighting options?

  • What visuals are available for the frosted ice variant?

Duckeebs Analysis

The thread has a high level of engagement with 18 replies and a strong positive sentiment. Several users expressed excitement, while a few raised concerns about specific features.

Project Specs

Name
Polycarbonate KL-90 (IC)
Layout Size
75% + Left Hand Macro Column
Mount Style
Gasket Mounted
QMK Support
Yes
VIA Support
Yes
Hot Swappable
Yes
Connection
USB-C
Polling Rate
-
Battery capacity
-
Dimensions
-
Weight
-
Case Material
Polycarbonate
Keycaps Material
-
Knob Support
Yes
Display Support
Yes
Mac/Win Support
-
Multi-Media Keys
-
USB passthrough
-
Hall Effect Support
-
N-Key Rollover
-
Rapid Trigger
-
Screw-in Stabilizers
-
Sound Dampening
-
Backlight
-
Layout Standard
Split-Spacebar (Hotswap/Solder), ISO Support (Solder)
Layout Ergonomics
6 Degree Typing Angle