Author Topic: Cherry G80-1865, anyone have this board? (Read 16535 times)

nocturn4l3030 · « **on:** Sun, 09 January 2011, 01:10:52 »

Did a search on here and only found one thread related to this board but didn't really have much info on it

it really seems like the best solution to my problem (a small keyboard tray, but i use the numberpad).. are these double shots?

was just wondering if the overall build of this board is of good quality to anyone that does have this board. taobao is selling a bunch of these and i just got an estimate from obook and the board itself is $150, but altogether is $216.78

/cry

right now it's this or spend $100 less on the PLU87.. and am undecided atm.. but if anyone has this board can give me their opinions it might help my decision =) thx

sixty · « **Reply #1 on:** Sun, 09 January 2011, 01:22:51 »

This was one of those Asian special orders. This one should exist in at least 3 versions variants:

G80-1865LWNEU-2 (MX Blue, Nkey, USB-Hub, Lasered Keys)
G80-1865LXNEU-2 (MX Brown, Nkey, USB-Hub, Lasered keys)
G80-1865HXNEU-2 (MX Brown, No Nkey, USB-Hub, Doubleshots)

A fourth variant is supposed to exist with MX Blue and Doubleshots, but I have never seen it.

The board is based on the Raptor K1, meaning it comes iwth a USB port and full nkey rollover, depending on model. Quality is okay, as good as the modern Cherry boards get. Not as good as the vintage ones due to slightly thinner case, but still pretty good. It will last several years. I have a few G80-18xx that are 20 years old and still work fine.

nocturn4l3030 · « **Reply #2 on:** Mon, 10 January 2011, 00:49:37 »

Quote from: sixty;275562

This was one of those Asian special orders. This one should exist in at least 3 versions variants:

G80-1865LWNEU-2 (MX Blue, Nkey, USB-Hub, Lasered Keys)
G80-1865LXNEU-2 (MX Brown, Nkey, USB-Hub, Lasered keys)
G80-1865HXNEU-2 (MX Brown, No Nkey, USB-Hub, Doubleshots)

A fourth variant is supposed to exist with MX Blue and Doubleshots, but I have never seen it.

The board is based on the Raptor K1, meaning it comes iwth a USB port and full nkey rollover, depending on model. Quality is okay, as good as the modern Cherry boards get. Not as good as the vintage ones due to slightly thinner case, but still pretty good. It will last several years. I have a few G80-18xx that are 20 years old and still work fine.

thanks for this info.. i inquired bout the cherry blues.. disappointed about it not being doubleshots >.< decisions decisions.. thanks again

calavera · « **Reply #3 on:** Mon, 10 January 2011, 01:00:52 »

FYI, the model number gives it away what kind of key caps it uses. The letter after the model number in bold like this: G80-xxxxHxxx

P=printed
L=laser
H=double shot
S=dye sublimation

In most cases priced and sought after in that order as well. Dye sub being the best. HTH

itlnstln · « **Reply #4 on:** Mon, 10 January 2011, 06:54:57 »

I have the 1863 (MX browns, double-shots), and it's a great 'board. The only thing I didn't consider when I bought it was how much I use the page nav cluster. Being above the numpad makes the 'board compact, but those keys, especially delete, become very far away. The only other, minor thing to consider is that the 0 key on the numpad is shorter than normal layouts. I usually press that key with my right index finger, so I end up pressing the right arrow often. After a few minutes, I adjust to using my right middle finger on that key. Otherwise, I find it to better quality than my G80-3000 just as a comparison.

Fiasco · « **Reply #5 on:** Mon, 10 January 2011, 09:36:33 »

I have a special item:

G80-1865LYCRC-2 (MX Red, Nkey, USB-Hub, Lasered Keys ,Chinese traditional layout )

sixty · « **Reply #6 on:** Mon, 10 January 2011, 09:58:02 »

Quote from: Fiasco;276095

I have a special item:

G80-1865LYCRC-2 (MX Red, Nkey, USB-Hub, Lasered Keys ,Chinese traditional layout )

Is that an official one or modded with the MX Red? Can't find any info about this on Google at all.

computerkeyboardguy · « **Reply #7 on:** Mon, 04 April 2011, 19:39:17 »

The Cherry G80-1865LXNEU2 is available in the US now with MX Brown Cherry Stems and 2 downstream USB Ports

You can order it from electronic component distributors now but if you call CDW, Tiger or Newegg They have it available to them

The Cherry Datasheet

http://www.cherrycorp.com/english/keyboards/pdf/G80-1865_MX.pdf

Laggy-gaga · « **Reply #8 on:** Tue, 05 April 2011, 08:21:31 »

It was designed as full NKRO
but build-in HUB does not support ps/2
so it is 6KRO only...

Eclairz · « **Reply #9 on:** Tue, 05 April 2011, 09:04:13 »

i prefer the standard layout of the G80-3000 than my G80-1800 to be honest even if the build quality is worse. I use the page nav cluster too much so my fingers have to travel further just to use them.
The USB hub is only 1.1 in my Raptor K1(my variant of the G80-1800) so there might be a limit on speed, btw.

gilgam · « **Reply #10 on:** Tue, 05 April 2011, 14:06:58 »

Quote

You can order it from electronic component distributors now but if you call CDW, Tiger or Newegg They have it available to them

I don't find them on these sites

do you have a direct link ?

Thanks

computerkeyboardguy · « **Reply #11 on:** Tue, 05 April 2011, 16:02:16 »

Here is a link from Allied where you can order the G80-1865LXNEU2 It is the only US seller I could find online

http://www.alliedelec.com/search/productdetail.aspx?SKU=908SPEC&MPN=G801865LXNEU2

As for NewEgg - Provantage etc you have to call them they can special order this product Cherry has it in stock in the US.
I have no idea what different resellers will charge you. If you call Cherry the will say $200 MSRP and you need to call CDW, Provantage or whoever yourself.

But Look at the G80-3000 Some sites have it close to the MSRP of $130 Provantage has it for $85

http://www.provantage.com/cherry-electronics-g803000lsceu2~7CHER0K0.htm

wanabe · « **Reply #12 on:** Tue, 05 April 2011, 16:04:19 »

Occupation
Marketing

computerkeyboardguy do you work for cherry? you seem to have a lot of backchannel info

digitalleftovers · « **Reply #13 on:** Tue, 05 April 2011, 16:07:43 »

If you don't like the spreadout layout, filco has a similar layout. I only learned about this recently:

I don't think you can get it in ansi, though.

Eclairz · « **Reply #14 on:** Wed, 06 April 2011, 06:25:00 »

Quote from: digitalleftovers;325211

If you don't like the spreadout layout, filco has a similar layout. I only learned about this recently:

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I don't think you can get it in ansi, though.

Which Filco model is this? I've never seen this layout before

RiGS · « **Reply #15 on:** Wed, 06 April 2011, 08:46:51 »

That Filco/right shift is a bad asian joke.

digitalleftovers · « **Reply #16 on:** Wed, 06 April 2011, 13:40:18 »

Quote from: Eclairz;325479

Which Filco model is this? I've never seen this layout before

Its the FKB100MNB. You can read about it here: http://www.filcochina.com/Products.asp?Bigclassname=ProductsJ&productname=FKB100MNB

I have never seen it any place but filcochina.com

digitalleftovers · « **Reply #17 on:** Wed, 06 April 2011, 14:29:19 »

My favorite part is the location of the Pause/Break key. Its all by itself next to the logo and lock lights, as if it is REALLY important.

imsto · « **Reply #18 on:** Wed, 06 April 2011, 21:06:14 »

now, there's a kind of 1865 with red Cherry MX.

REVENGE · « **Reply #19 on:** Tue, 26 April 2011, 03:15:10 »

Has anyone managed to get a quote or order the G80-1865 from ProVantage or elsewhere? Lowest price I've found in the US is $140 before shipping, which isn't bad compared to PCHome. On a side note, the 3000 is only $80 now from ProVantage.

digitalleftovers · « **Reply #20 on:** Tue, 26 April 2011, 12:20:54 »

Quote from: REVENGE;337380

Has anyone managed to get a quote or order the G80-1865 from ProVantage or elsewhere? Lowest price I've found in the US is $140 before shipping, which isn't bad compared to PCHome. On a side note, the 3000 is only $80 now from ProVantage.

Is the 3000 fully programmable? I think the 1800 series are, and that may contribute to their higher price.

The Solutor · « **Reply #21 on:** Tue, 26 April 2011, 12:49:18 »

What a lovely keyboard this Filco mini !!!

I want one of them asap.

digitalleftovers · « **Reply #22 on:** Tue, 26 April 2011, 13:19:46 »

Quote from: The Solutor;337580

What a lovely keyboard this Filco mini !!!

I want one of them asap.

I think you should PM Bruce or start a thread for interest on the Keyboard Co sub forum. I'm sure he can get one for you.

REVENGE · « **Reply #23 on:** Tue, 26 April 2011, 13:27:40 »

Called Provantage and CDW and neither of them have sources in channel for this board, so the lowest cost after shipping and taxes I could find is $162.82, pretty much the same as PCHome prices.

The Solutor · « **Reply #24 on:** Tue, 26 April 2011, 13:36:53 »

Quote from: digitalleftovers;337589

I think you should PM Bruce or start a thread for interest on the Keyboard Co sub forum. I'm sure he can get one for you.

Too bad seem discontinued almost everywhere, anyway thanks for the suggestion

computerkeyboardguy · « **Reply #25 on:** Thu, 28 April 2011, 00:12:27 »

CHERRY 104-KEY CROSSPOINT KB USB/PS2
Mfg. Part: G801865LXNEU2 | CDW Part: 2374907
Cherry Keyboards

Qty
$94.99
Advertised Price

keyboardlover · « **Reply #26 on:** Thu, 28 April 2011, 08:41:52 »

I searched cdw and didn't see this keyboard. Will it be available in the future?

REVENGE · « **Reply #27 on:** Thu, 05 May 2011, 16:58:14 »

Quote from: keyboardlover;338603

I searched cdw and didn't see this keyboard. Will it be available in the future?

It's now available for backorder on CDW's website, ETA is around 3 - 4 weeks.

dongkun · « **Reply #28 on:** Thu, 05 May 2011, 17:53:59 »

Quote from: sixty;276101

Is that an official one or modded with the MX Red? Can't find any info about this on Google at all.

http://www.inpad.com.tw/goods.php?act=view&no=3666

1865 model - Win key, USB, blue LED ....Common Characteristics

computerkeyboardguy · « **Reply #29 on:** Sun, 19 June 2011, 16:50:20 »

G80-1865LXNEU2 $95 at CDW.com

http://www.cdw.com/shop/products/CHERRY-104-KEY-CROSSPOINT-KB-USB-PS2/2374907.aspx?cm_mmc=ShoppingFeeds-_-GoogleBase-_-Keyboard/Mice/Input%20Devices-_-2374907_CHERRY%20104-KEY%20CROSSPOINT%20KB%20USB/PS2_CHK-G801865LXNEU2

keyboardlover · « **Reply #30 on:** Sun, 19 June 2011, 19:54:12 »

Thanks for posting the link!

grasshopper · « **Reply #31 on:** Sun, 18 September 2011, 06:09:03 »

Can someone tell me whether the switches on the g80-1865 are mounted on a metal plate.

Thanks

N8N · « **Reply #32 on:** Sun, 18 September 2011, 06:25:24 »

I don't have the exact keyboard that you're referring to, but to my knowledge ALL Cherry G80 boards are PCB mount not plate mount. someone please correct me if I'm mistaken...

foliolio · « **Reply #33 on:** Sun, 18 September 2011, 09:10:08 »

Quote from: sixty;276101

Is that an official one or modded with the MX Red? Can't find any info about this on Google at all.

There's also the LYNEU with MX reds & US ANSI layout.

keyboardlover · « **Reply #34 on:** Sun, 18 September 2011, 12:16:54 »

Quote from: grasshopper;418059

Can someone tell me whether the switches on the g80-1865 are mounted on a metal plate.

Thanks

They are PCB-mounted, not plate-mounted. N8N is correct.

grasshopper · « **Reply #35 on:** Sun, 18 September 2011, 14:59:02 »

Quote from: keyboardlover;418156

They are PCB-mounted, not plate-mounted. N8N is correct.

Pity. That's a deal breaker for me.

PRISONER 24601 · « **Reply #36 on:** Thu, 07 May 2015, 15:49:11 »

My daily driver is an 1869 with blues. Love it. PCB > plate imho. Better sound, better feel.

FrostyToast · « **Reply #37 on:** Thu, 07 May 2015, 16:34:27 »

Why would no plate be a deal breaker for you?
It means that you can swap out the sets and springs of the switches without any soldering.
That means you could just pick up a board with browns and change it to blues.
The feeling of PCB mount is also often preferred over plate mount.

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Author Topic: Cherry G80-1865, anyone have this board? (Read 16535 times)