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Key Inserts for Mechboard 64 (Mechanical Keyboard Parts for the C64)
Key Inserts for Mechboard 64 (Mechanical Keyboard Parts for the C64)
Key Inserts for Mechboard 64 (Mechanical Keyboard Parts for the C64)
Key Inserts for Mechboard 64 (Mechanical Keyboard Parts for the C64)
Key Inserts for Mechboard 64 (Mechanical Keyboard Parts for the C64)
Key Inserts for Mechboard 64 (Mechanical Keyboard Parts for the C64)
Key Inserts for Mechboard 64 (Mechanical Keyboard Parts for the C64)
Key Inserts for Mechboard 64 (Mechanical Keyboard Parts for the C64)
Key Inserts for Mechboard 64 (Mechanical Keyboard Parts for the C64)
Key Inserts for Mechboard 64 (Mechanical Keyboard Parts for the C64)

Key Inserts for Mechboard 64 (Mechanical Keyboard Parts for the C64)

$ 7.9

Availability: 14 in stock
  • All returns accepted: ReturnsNotAccepted
  • Type: Keyboard
  • Vintage: Yes
  • Condition: Brand New

    Description

    Professionally manufactured, 'key inserts' f
    or your MechBoard64
    (a mechanical keyboard for the Commodore 64)
    MechBoard64 is an ultrahigh quality mechanical keyboard alternative to the aging Commodore 64 keyboard.
    It can use a wide variety of mechanical key switch types, like those from CherryMX or Gateron, to achieve the exact keyboard feel you've been looking for, fr
    om smooth and linear, to audibly clicky, to highly responsive and tactile.
    MechBoard64 is hand assembled using a custom aluminum frame and printed circuit board, which were both designed by
    MtnBuffalo (Breadbox64) to
    fit perfectly into either the original 'breadbin style' case or the newer C64c 'wedge style' case.
    MechBoard64 is compatible with
    all
    of the original C64 motherboards that have been produced from the long board series (e.g., assy 250407, 250425, 250466, etc.), through to the later generation "short boards" (e.g. 250469).
    Mechboard64 also works well with many of the newer "reproductions" and "re-implementations", such as the Ultimate 64, the SixtyClone, the "DIY Chris" 250407, the "Bwack" 250407, etc.
    For more information on the Mechboard64 Project by MtnBuffalo, visit here:
    https://www.breadbox64.com/blog/the-mechboard64/
    https://www.breadbox64.com/blog/mechboard64-light-mod/
    What's included here:
    A set of
    professionally fabricated
    set of "key Inserts" for the MechBoard64, which enable your mechanical key switches to fit into standard C64 key caps (see photos)
    These inserts are fully compatible with the mechanical key switches on
    both
    the original
    Mechboard64 v1.06
    and the latest
    "Light Mod Edition" v1.07
    These are made using a
    Multi Jet Fusion (MJF) Polymide 12
    process
    ,
    which is a high end, durable Nylon Plastic, with
    excellent
    mechanical properties.
    These are MUCH STRONGER and more resilient than the standard PLA or ABS filaments used by standard 3D Printers
    Additional parts are required to complete this build,
    which are not included here*
    :
    A professionally fabricated custom printed circuit board (PCB), based on the the design from MtnBuffalo
    Keyboard frame (typically laser-cut and bent to specification)
    Surface mount electronics bill of materials, data connection pin header and jumpers
    Mechanical key switches (either CherryMX or Gateron are compatible)
    A set of Commodore 64 key caps from an original C64 keyboard (or from the CBMSTUFF indiegogo campaign)
    "Costar" key stabilizer clips and rods for the Enter and Space keys
    A 20 pin data cable, with female connectors
    * Check my other items for sale section, as I occasionally have some of these items available