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PBT STEM (IC)

Keycap
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byGtrx

PBT STEM is a collaborative keyboard project by SomeGreekGuy and Gtrx, inspired by the Symbolics Space Cadet keyboard. It includes various kits designed for compatibility and affordability. The project aims to cater to modern academic users, featuring base and spacebar kits along with Greek sublegends.

Community Feedback & Sentiment

High Interest
Positive – 50%
Neutral – 29%
Negative – 21%
Positive0%
Neutral0%
Negative0%

Feedback Highlights

Positive (5)

  • "Many commenters love the Greek sublegends kit and its math theme."

  • "Users express excitement for the design and concept of the set."

  • "Several respondents indicated strong interest in the unique aspects of the keyset."

  • "One commenter mentioned they would definitely buy it if certain features were included."

  • "The collaboration idea is received well, and the community hopes for the project's success."

Negative (4)

  • "Some users are concerned about the quality of PBT compared to GMK."

  • "Criticism was directed at certain key legends and their aesthetics."

  • "A few commenters expressed disappointment about compatibility issues with existing kits."

  • "Concerns were raised about the potential limitations of the dye-sublimation method."

Suggestions (4)

  • A user suggested making the Greek sublegends kit a complete alpha set.

  • Multiple commenters indicated a desire for standard alphas and modifiers.

  • Suggestions were made for alternative manufacturing choices to achieve better quality.

  • Some requested specific dimension changes for the spacebar kit and additional compatibility.

Questions (3)

  • Several users asked for clarification on whether the set is GMK or PBT.

  • Questions were raised about the availability of certain key configurations and support for 40% keyboards.

  • Some inquired about potential manufacturers and their dye-sublimation capabilities.

Duckeebs Analysis

The thread received significant engagement with a total of 42 comments. Positive feedback predominates, despite a fair amount of neutral and negative feedback. Many suggestions and questions indicate active community interest in the project's success.

Project Specs

Name
PBT STEM
Profile
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Sculpted
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Material
PBT
Layout Standard
60%, HHKB, 75%, 65%, TKL, fullsize, 1800
Sub-Legends
Greek
Wall thickness
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Legend method
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Color palette
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