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ai03:
Polaris
by ai03 and Kevinplus

Gaskets. Seamless. 60%. $265 shipped.

Polaris official webpage
Discord for faster update notifications

Current status: GB begun @ KBDfans. Purchase here.
Latest photos here.



Offering a quality typing experience without the high price tag, Polaris redefines the expectations from custom keyboards.
With proper gasket plate mounting, flex-slotted 1.2mm thin PCB, sleek seamless aesthetic, and accessible pricing, experience a top-tier 60% keyboard for a mid-range price.



Features

* Refined seamless aesthetic that borrows from KBD8X MKII, with a rear-extended weight for a premium look
* Plate held in place by a total of 18 gaskets. No metal-to-metal contact between the plate and case
* 1.2mm thick, flex-slotted PCB that extends the gasket comfort further
* Two foam filler sheets that remove open space within the keyboard while suppressing vibrations


Options

Tops:

* Regular/Full
* HHKB
* WKL
Case colors:

* Black
* Space gray
* Blue grey
* Burgundy red
* Olive Forest green
* Rose gold
* Purple
* E-White (Extra cost)
* E-Yellow (Extra cost)
* Polycarbonate (Extra cost)
Plate options:

* Material: Brass, Polycarbonate, FR4
* Layout: WKL or Universal
* Style: Half or Full
Brass finish options:

* Simple clear matte PVD
* Matte black PVD

More Info
Once prototype is confirmed functional, the board will run through KBDfans as an unlimited quantity group buy.

The Polaris webpage includes more details, eyecandy, and a FAQ.
Please visit for more details.

Polaris official webpage

If you would like push notifications when there is progress, please join my Discord server and run the command ".iam Polaris" to receive direct updates whenever they happen.

Discord invite


Extra Eyecandy

nickysan92:
100% in for this.

Also, great price!

cijanzen:
You’re just on a roll!

Puddsy:
i am intrigued

awaiting proto

finalarcadia:
Buying. Who's selling it?

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