The Axon 40% Keyboard Kit is a compact DIY keyboard using through-hole components, inspired by designs like Plaid and Romeo. With plans for a version 1.1 group buy, improvements include better stabilizer positioning and layout adjustments. Interested parties can participate via an IC form.
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Community Feedback & Sentiment
Feedback Highlights
Positive (4)
"Community members expressed excitement about the design and concept."
"There was support for an acrylic or 3D-printed case."
"One user mentioned they found the design cute and preferred it over another keyboard model."
"Many users mentioned their eagerness to participate in the group buy."
Suggestions (3)
Consider making a 3D printed case with thick bezels.
Reach out to a designer for an acrylic case.
Introduce a symmetrical bottom row and support for a 6u spacebar.
Questions (1)
What is the targeted manufacturing/purchase price?
Duckeebs Analysis
The thread contained a total of 11 comments, all expressing enthusiasm and interest, with no negative feedback. The positive sentiment was strong, with multiple users indicating excitement for the group buy.
Project Specs
- Name
- Axon 40% Keyboard Kit
- Switch Options
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- Profile
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- Layout Size
- 40%
- Layout Standard
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- Layout Ergonomics
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- Connection
- USB-C
- Polling Rate
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- Battery capacity
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- Mount Style
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- Case Colors
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- Case Material
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- Keycaps Material
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- Dimensions
- 12u wide
- Weight
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- Hot Swappable
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- Knob Support
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- Display Support
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- 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
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- QMK Support
- Yes
- VIA Support
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- N-Key Rollover
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- Rapid Trigger
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- Screw-in Stabilizers
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- Sound Dampening
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- Backlight
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