Barebone
Are you tired of mass-produced keyboards that don't quite live up to your expectations? Do you dream of designing and building your own keyboard, completely customized to your needs and preferences? Then a Barebone kit is the perfect solution for you! A Barebone kit is the foundation of a mechanical keyboard and gives you the freedom to create a unique keyboard that reflects your personality and gaming style. Unlike pre-built keyboards, where you are limited to the manufacturer's design choices, a Barebone kit lets you pick and choose from a variety of components to create the perfect keyboard for you. Barebone is a keyboard without any switches or keycaps. Mechanical barebone keyboards allow users to build their own unique mechanical keyboard with less effort and learning technology. These keyboards are sold as-is, giving you the freedom to choose your own switches and keycaps to suit you and your style.
Mounting plate: A plate, usually made of metal or plastic, that holds the PCB and switches in place. Different materials give different feel and sound to the keyboard.
Stabilizers: Used to stabilize larger keys such as space, shift and enter. They ensure a smooth and stable feel throughout the entire keyboard.
Bottom plate: The lower part of the keyboard that provides stability and protects the components inside. Available in a variety of materials and designs to match your style.
Switches: The heart of the mechanical keyboard, which emits the sound and tone when you type. You can choose between different types of switches depending on your preferences.
Quality: You can choose high-quality components to suit your needs and preferences, resulting in a more durable and satisfying keyboard.
Unique: Create a keyboard that's as unique as you are, with personalized color combinations, materials and details.
Learning: Building a keyboard is a fun and educational project that gives you a deeper understanding of how mechanical keyboards work.
A typical Barebone kit contains the basic parts:
Printed Circuit Board (PCB): The heart of the keyboard that connects all the components and sends signals to your computer. You can choose from different layouts, sizes and features depending on your needs.Mounting plate: A plate, usually made of metal or plastic, that holds the PCB and switches in place. Different materials give different feel and sound to the keyboard.
Stabilizers: Used to stabilize larger keys such as space, shift and enter. They ensure a smooth and stable feel throughout the entire keyboard.
Bottom plate: The lower part of the keyboard that provides stability and protects the components inside. Available in a variety of materials and designs to match your style.
Please note that a Barebone kit typically does not include:
Keycaps: These are purchased separately and come in a variety of materials, colors and profiles to match your taste.Switches: The heart of the mechanical keyboard, which emits the sound and tone when you type. You can choose between different types of switches depending on your preferences.
Building a keyboard from a Barebone kit has many advantages:
Customization: You have complete control over every aspect of your keyboard, from layout and size to materials and switches.Quality: You can choose high-quality components to suit your needs and preferences, resulting in a more durable and satisfying keyboard.
Unique: Create a keyboard that's as unique as you are, with personalized color combinations, materials and details.
Learning: Building a keyboard is a fun and educational project that gives you a deeper understanding of how mechanical keyboards work.