Slate FRL TKL is a new keyboard prototype designed to avoid the typical 'shelf' side-profile. It features innovative design elements like a convex side face and screwless exterior, crafted from aluminum, polycarbonate, and metal weights. The development includes a versatile mounting system.
Community Sentiment
High Interest
Positive68%
Neutral21%
Negative11%
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Community Feedback & Sentiment
High Interest
Positive–68%•Neutral–21%•Negative–11%
Positive (4)
"Supportive comments expressing excitement about the design."
"Enthusiastic anticipation for the group's buy."
"Many users appreciate the unique side profile and chamfer."
"Positive reflection on the dedication to creating a well-designed keyboard."
Negative (3)
"Some comments about the commonality of TKL designs."
"Concerns about the pricing and affordability."
"Criticism regarding the visibility of screw mounts in screwless designs."
Suggestions (3)
Users requested more layout support, such as split backspace and split Rshift.
Some suggested providing a hotswap PCB option.
Inquiry about potential plateless mounting option in PCB design.
Questions (3)
Is there a render of the entire keyboard?
Will there be a hotswap option or just solderable?
Is the project timeline available for updates?
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Duckeebs Analysis
The thread has a total of 41 comments, with a strong positive sentiment reflecting a high level of interest in the project. Comments were diverse with a consistent enthusiasm for the design, though a few criticisms were noted regarding price and some design choices. Suggestions for features and clarifications indicate engaged community involvement.
Project Specs
- Name
- Slate - FRL TKL
- Release year
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- Switch Options
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- Profile
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- Layout Size
- TKL
- Layout Standard
- WKL / FULL
- Layout Ergonomics
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- Connection
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- Polling Rate
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- Battery capacity
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- Mount Style
- Top mount / PCB gasket mount
- Case Colors
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- Case Material
- 6063 Aluminum top, Polycarbonate bottom
- Keycaps Material
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- Dimensions
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- 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
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- USB passthrough
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- Hall Effect Support
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- QMK Support
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- 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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