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Title: [IC]篆Seal TKL - The GB will be launched on March 23rd!
Post by: SENSY LAB on Sat, 14 February 2026, 03:41:41

篆Seal TKL

SENSY

The GB will be open from March 23rd to April 24th！

Vendors

America - Divinikey
Australia - Toro Studio
Canada - Unikeys
Europe - MonacoKeys
Japan - NEKOYUI
Korea - Geon Works
Singapore - iLumkb
Thailand - Aiglatson Studio
United Kingdom - Proto Typist
Vietnam - MOKB
International - Zfrontier

Due to the large number of options in this GB, there may be slight differences in the actual retail price and options among various vendors. Therefore, please visit the relevant purchase page of your chosen vendor to view the options and prices.thx ;D

(https://i.ibb.co/rGGGZBjS/Seal80-PC.png)

Hello world, this is SENSY.

Here we go. Seal 80, the sequel to 100% is coming. Thanks to your affirmation previously, and all your thoughts and feedback too, they’ve all been heard, loud and clear. After several rounds of sampling, this current version has been shown and shared during meetups in Shanghai and Tokyo. With these little improvements, its domestic GB was done and now it’s time for its global tour.

(https://i.ibb.co/F4G6Rqsx/Seal80-Blue.png)

Some features we meant to deliver:

Versatility

We always recall the joy this hobby brought to us since the beginning. From Cherry MX, Alps,Micro Switch,Beamspring,Fujitsu leaf spring to EC Topre and so forth, those little surprises has delighted us for years.

(https://i.ibb.co/QFXTPhTJ/lumh-Az-Tk5zx-Mkkzqj1-Jafe3-Nnn-MW-jpg-large5000.png)

The pity is we don’t have plenty options of Alps supporting keeb.That's why we previously employed a relatively common PCB design on Seal100 that is compatible with both MX and Alps SKCM/SKCL switches.But this is far from sufficient, especially for those who favour vintage keyboards.

(https://i.ibb.co/C3kYPVqP/lp-U52-Gw1-CIw-AFl-AMYx0-Do4-We-VJ9-T-jpg-large5000.png)

Therefore, when Seal comes to the Gud&Old 80%, it’s determined to adopt the A87 standard, which is compatible for MX, Alps, SMK, Omron B3G, EC and even Hi-Tek (AKA Space Invaders, respect to 4ppleT who made it open source for us). This might be the PCBs with the most cheese holes you've ever seen lmaooo.

(https://i.ibb.co/60GHfkQR/ll-U6qk-UQOJ7o-Ki-Hxmiqcvvgcml-Dj-jpg-cover960.png)

Structure

Top mount + the ‘Smoke’ buffer

(https://i.ibb.co/MyM2xV5Z/mount.png)

We introduced PEI plate with silicone block(70A/90A) to Smoke65’s top mount. Although this plan had caused high cost and complex assembly, it provided most superior typing feel we ever had so far. Smoke 65’s PEI plate plan is designed to reproduce the force break effect which results in expanded thickness and excessive screws.

(https://i.ibb.co/b5RdV8TF/iso.png)

In order to lower the front height (2mm reduced) and simplify its assembling, we brought the separated buffer bar & PVC bottom cushion to improve the smoke 65’s plate plan.

(https://i.ibb.co/bVcH9fn/mid.png)

Outlook

Layout: 80% TK/TKL

(https://i.ibb.co/hwxDYGg/image.png)

Dimension: 356.2x137.2x38.5mm

(https://i.ibb.co/6R3fXyvg/image.png)

Full weight: 2.5kg-2.8kg

(https://i.ibb.co/tgx6HZn/image.png)

Angle&Height: 9° typing degree
FH=16.5mm/EKH=21.80mm(bumper excluded)
Front side profile: 7.9mm(with chamfer)

(https://i.ibb.co/KxKByvKQ/image.png)

Anodizing&Coating

Case：Aluminium anodized 6063/E-coating/PC

Weight: Brass AF/Brass patina/Copper AF/SS Milled PVD

(https://i.ibb.co/BVd0HqrV/image.png)

Buffer bar: TPU/PCABS/Copper AF

Plate: Alu/PEI/PCABS

Strip&Badge: Refer to pictures shown

(https://i.ibb.co/svjY8rKV/image.png)

PCB

VIAL supported, match with A87 standard. You can use Hiney87 if you want.

Cherry MX+Alps SKCM/SKCL+SMK / Soldering Only

(https://i.ibb.co/XxcdFryB/pcb2.png)

(https://i.ibb.co/qYN1QRR9/image.png)

(https://i.ibb.co/FqY7c0WS/skcm.png)

(https://i.ibb.co/pBw5Fr8f/smk.png)

Alps SKCP+Omron B3G+NMB Hi-Tek 725 / Soldering Only

(https://i.ibb.co/QvsY51dg/pcb1.png)

(https://i.ibb.co/tPvQXhwR/skcp.png)

(https://i.ibb.co/PvXkkhjb/b3g.png)

(https://i.ibb.co/kVFGpHFX/725.png)

Topre EC

(https://i.ibb.co/Mx4gxF1m/pcb3.png)

(https://i.ibb.co/VpN88h7X/ec.png)

Cherry MX / Soldering & Hotswap

(https://i.ibb.co/Z16Yzp9K/image.png)

Color option

Case

Anodizing x 8

Silver

(https://i.ibb.co/B2zhVkwX/image.png)

(https://i.ibb.co/dwf8FZC1/1.png)

Red

(https://i.ibb.co/2Y6m37df/image.png)

(https://i.ibb.co/bg1CWx82/1.png)

Orange

(https://i.ibb.co/Y7ptb7h9/image.png)

(https://i.ibb.co/Nny7DXyc/1.png)

Green

(https://i.ibb.co/hxW9cRnm/image.png)

(https://i.ibb.co/Qj9gXS0P/1.png)

Ching

(https://i.ibb.co/vrD1xrM/image.png)

(https://i.ibb.co/C3LMysWX/1.png)

Blue

(https://i.ibb.co/671VjwPt/image.png)

(https://i.ibb.co/WNcnGL3g/1.png)

Purple

(https://i.ibb.co/0V6CTd6v/image.png)

(https://i.ibb.co/XfZxRYgZ/1.png)

Brown

(https://i.ibb.co/ZpCnhCRm/image.png)

(https://i.ibb.co/VphKGY4d/1.png)

E-coating x 2

Vintage Grey

(https://i.ibb.co/BSM1SsR/image.png)

(https://i.ibb.co/BV3QwkNV/1.png)

Sparkle black

(https://i.ibb.co/3xWjh60/image.png)

(https://i.ibb.co/WvggtTgc/1.png)

PC

(https://i.ibb.co/ynNwCySk/PC-1.png)

(https://i.ibb.co/67mrf3kr/PC.png)

Weight

Brass AF

(https://i.ibb.co/zhzh5gnw/image.png)

Brass Patina

(https://i.ibb.co/Myxs0F5X/image.png)

Stainless steel Raw/Black/Gold

(https://i.ibb.co/ym44q5G6/image.png)

(https://i.ibb.co/V0mF7LRc/image.png)

(https://i.ibb.co/Qjbk6QtF/image.png)

Copper Raw

considering copper is quite easily oxidized, it’s normally used for patina. So we provide it RAW. Please think twice before you choose this option.

(https://i.ibb.co/3mytrGWH/image.png)

Plate

1.5mm Alu Silver/Black

(https://i.ibb.co/4n2CJGdc/image.png)

(https://i.ibb.co/KxC7rNVM/image.png)

4mm PCABS

(https://i.ibb.co/8L9c9LYF/abs.png)

4mm PEI

(https://i.ibb.co/FbNppT8n/pei.png)

Strip

Black/Silver/Gold for Stainless steel, others as in picture

(https://i.ibb.co/Kp8D7qfW/image.png)

Badge

Black/Silver/Gold for Stainless steel, others as in picture

(https://i.ibb.co/ds5DBbvf/image.png)

Other bits&pieces

In accordance to Seal’s successive design language, the bridge arch look remains plus the trim added above arrow keys, some kind of meaning like ‘Front to Back, Call and Response’.

(https://i.ibb.co/VY2zhdDj/lt9v-Z3-Xe-Kujodeqm6-c-MJPv6le-NM-jpeg-large5000.png)

Regarding to the PC option, it’s pointless to hang on to the ‘force break’, so we replaced the buffer with two copper AF bars. You may find its beauty of decoration beneath PC case, either seamless or screwless or whatever you call it.

PEI 4mm from Smoke65 is provided. Furthermore, after careful testing, PCABS plate (also 4mm) is ready for GB too. Comparing with PEI’s crispy sound, you may find ABS much more bouncy and thooooocker.

(https://i.ibb.co/BHgW2jgL/a12c44bc2f20a83557a8a58b2e799dac-large5000.png)

We found uncomfortable hollow feel generated from Smoke65’s space bar area due to too much layouts options. So we canceled 6.25U option in Seal 80. Meanwhile, we divide ANSI and ISO into two separate plate options to maximize the filled FEEL.

Regarding to the silicone block, not only 70A&90A, we found an interesting material called TPU with hardness of 98A. It’s 3D printed, tested, and will be available for GB.

(https://i.ibb.co/G4HyZBD6/Seal80-Green.png)

Package contents

Case top&bottom x 1 set
Weight x 1 pc
Strip x 1 pc
Badge x 1 pc
Internal aluminium badge x 1 pc
Buffer bar x 1 pair
PCB x 1 pc
JST x 2 pcs
PVC cushion x 1 pc
70a silicone block x 7 pcs
90a silicone block x 7 pcs
98a TPU printed block x 7 pcs
Bumper x 1 set
Carry bag x 1 pc
Packing box x 1 pc
T6/T8screw driver x 1 set
Manuel x 1 pc

(https://i.ibb.co/xS6wcbPJ/Fk-PB9-CJJE933gg-FUog-N0f14zm1jq-jpeg-large5000.png)

Some tiny thoughts

To conclude this IC, after seeing so many designers and producers come and go in this hobby, I usually ask myself what’s the essence of Mechanical Keyboards and how people want it nowadays. To include all those little joys of different solutions ever created and existed, is why and how this baby Seal 80 was born.

And that’s why I love this game.

Really hope you could like it.

Thanks for reading.

(https://i.ibb.co/nq1gsgbp/slogan.png)

How to follow news of the Seal

You can also Follow our or vendors’ Website, Instagram and Discord for updates.

Website: https://sensy.click/ (https://sensy.click/)

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/sensy.lab/ (https://www.instagram.com/sensy.lab/)

Discord: https://discord.gg/hsbpRf6PS2 (https://discord.gg/hsbpRf6PS2)

Title: Re: [IC]篆Seal TKL - The story of 1 keyboard and 7 systems
Post by: ZavaZ86 on Sat, 21 February 2026, 02:27:53

Would have been nice to have similar option for the weight finish and material as the badge and strip. Also limiting the weight patina finish to only brass is a bit sad otherwise looking good

Title: Re: [IC]篆Seal TKL - The story of 1 keyboard and 7 systems
Post by: ThePipersSon13 on Sat, 21 February 2026, 05:38:18

I've been looking forward to this! Great to see so many vendors so lots of people have access to something local. I cant wait to hear more about timing and the cost. Good luck with the project!

Title: Re: [IC]篆Seal TKL - The story of 1 keyboard and 7 systems
Post by: white_rabbit on Sat, 21 February 2026, 08:58:02

Cool project, nice to see the support of all the different mechanical switches.

Feel like I've seen that accent by the nav cluster a few times already, I wasn't a fan of them then or now.

Good luck !

Title: Re: [IC]篆Seal TKL - The story of 1 keyboard and 7 systems
Post by: MonacoKeys on Sat, 21 February 2026, 10:09:21

Helloooo =)

Title: Re: [IC]篆Seal TKL - The story of 1 keyboard and 7 systems
Post by: Frezzles on Sun, 22 February 2026, 05:13:25

hey  :D
ive been wondering yesterday after seeing this how the board will sound with those "force break" type strips.
Will be board sound more Thin due to the Middle part or can this be prevented by using Copper or ABS instead of TPU?
The board itself looks amazing to me and will be my next board for sure  :thumb:

Title: Re: [IC]篆Seal TKL - The story of 1 keyboard and 7 systems
Post by: VXQN on Mon, 23 February 2026, 02:21:11

Cool board and I love how many options there are! Shame about the nav cluster accent, I much prefer the look of the seal100.

Title: Re: [IC]篆Seal TKL - The story of 1 keyboard and 7 systems
Post by: SENSY LAB on Mon, 23 February 2026, 06:06:07

Quote from: ZavaZ86 on Sat, 21 February 2026, 02:27:53

Would have been nice to have similar option for the weight finish and material as the badge and strip. Also limiting the weight patina finish to only brass is a bit sad otherwise looking good

Some materials of badge and strip are very very expensive. Moreover, the focus of some materials is not suitable for use as weights.
The patina of copper can be completely completed by users themselves, and the patina of copper is not suitable for mass production. The patina of brass cannot be achieved by ordinary users themselves. Therefore, in our opinion, providing a patina for brass is enough.

Title: Re: [IC]篆Seal TKL - The story of 1 keyboard and 7 systems
Post by: SENSY LAB on Mon, 23 February 2026, 06:07:24

Quote from: ThePipersSon13 on Sat, 21 February 2026, 05:38:18

I've been looking forward to this! Great to see so many vendors so lots of people have access to something local. I cant wait to hear more about timing and the cost. Good luck with the project!

Thank you bro. We will confirm the time and price with the vendors as soon as possible.

Title: Re: [IC]篆Seal TKL - The story of 1 keyboard and 7 systems
Post by: SENSY LAB on Mon, 23 February 2026, 06:10:48

Quote from: Frezzles on Sun, 22 February 2026, 05:13:25

hey  :D
ive been wondering yesterday after seeing this how the board will sound with those "force break" type strips.
Will be board sound more Thin due to the Middle part or can this be prevented by using Copper or ABS instead of TPU?
The board itself looks amazing to me and will be my next board for sure  :thumb:

In our opinion, using TPU will make the sound cleaner, while using ABS to test the sound is more like a original keyboard.

Title: Re: [IC]篆Seal TKL - The story of 1 keyboard and 7 systems
Post by: SENSY LAB on Mon, 23 February 2026, 06:22:54

Quote from: MonacoKeys on Sat, 21 February 2026, 10:09:21

Helloooo =)

We have updated the vendor list haha

Title: Re: [IC]篆Seal TKL - The story of 1 keyboard and 7 systems
Post by: ylothar on Mon, 23 February 2026, 14:28:32

Quote from: VXQN on Mon, 23 February 2026, 02:21:11

Shame about the nav cluster accent, I much prefer the look of the seal100.

+1

I also think that the simplicity of the seal100 was its strong point: I find the accent above the navigation cluster decidedly artificial, an unnecessary forcing.

Title: Re: [IC]篆Seal TKL - The story of 1 keyboard and 7 systems
Post by: xyzzy42 on Tue, 24 February 2026, 01:02:12

Is it possible to put a EC11 rotary knob in the upper right switch position?   It's possible to fit this into the same PCB with Alps switches, without losing anything, e.g. like this PCB https://karolingian.com/products/alpine8kal-tkl-pcb-for-alps

Title: Re: [IC]篆Seal TKL - The story of 1 keyboard and 7 systems
Post by: utoy on Tue, 24 February 2026, 01:09:27

Will there be an EC kit included?

Title: Re: [IC]篆Seal TKL - The story of 1 keyboard and 7 systems
Post by: xyzzy42 on Tue, 24 February 2026, 01:24:11

It looks like all PCBs, except EC, only support 7U space tsangan bottom row.  Something that comes with using vintage switches is that one usually must also use vintage keycaps harvested from a vintage board, so there is no choice in bottom row.  Many vintage boards (e.g. all Apple ALPS boards) are not tsangan bottom row.  There is really no drawback to adding more bottom row options to PCB.

Title: Re: [IC]篆Seal TKL - The story of 1 keyboard and 7 systems
Post by: SENSY LAB on Tue, 24 February 2026, 03:08:59

Quote from: xyzzy42 on Tue, 24 February 2026, 01:02:12

Is it possible to put a EC11 rotary knob in the upper right switch position?   It's possible to fit this into the same PCB with Alps switches, without losing anything, e.g. like this PCB https://karolingian.com/products/alpine8kal-tkl-pcb-for-alps

We currently do not have this plan. On the one hand, our PCB already has too many hole positions, and it is difficult for me to confirm whether adding more hole positions will affect the wiring. At the same time, the knob requires additional programming.

Title: Re: [IC]篆Seal TKL - The story of 1 keyboard and 7 systems
Post by: SENSY LAB on Tue, 24 February 2026, 03:10:45

Quote from: utoy on Tue, 24 February 2026, 01:09:27

Will there be an EC kit included?

We have partnered with Metakeebs in GB in China and provided their EC kit. If it is possible to reach an agreement with the vendors, then we will also join the international GB.

Title: Re: [IC]篆Seal TKL - The story of 1 keyboard and 7 systems
Post by: SENSY LAB on Tue, 24 February 2026, 03:16:46

Quote from: xyzzy42 on Tue, 24 February 2026, 01:24:11

It looks like all PCBs, except EC, only support 7U space tsangan bottom row.  Something that comes with using vintage switches is that one usually must also use vintage keycaps harvested from a vintage board, so there is no choice in bottom row.  Many vintage boards (e.g. all Apple ALPS boards) are not tsangan bottom row.  There is really no drawback to adding more bottom row options to PCB.

In fact, there is a huge problem here. Due to compatibility issues, if we need to be compatible with both 7u and 6.25u, it will cause many holes in the bottom row to invert. And this will cause conflicts with the bottom shell when using shafts with excessively long pins. Therefore, in fact, Chinese users will see that we added more bottom row options in the initial sampling, but ultimately we removed these.

For the Apple keyboard, due to the unique height of the keycaps, we do not believe that assembling the Apple keycaps onto a regular keyboard is a wise choice. We also have a keyboard called Separation under development, which will be specifically designed to fit the keycaps of Apple keyboards.

Title: Re: [IC]篆Seal TKL - The story of 1 keyboard and 7 systems
Post by: SENSY LAB on Tue, 24 February 2026, 03:21:12

Quote from: VXQN on Mon, 23 February 2026, 02:21:11

Cool board and I love how many options there are! Shame about the nav cluster accent, I much prefer the look of the seal100.

For us, Seal100 is an ancestral product from which we have derived different branches. Who knows if we'll come up with other designs later? Hahaha

Title: Re: [IC]篆Seal TKL - The story of 1 keyboard and 7 systems
Post by: Raie_de_Boule on Tue, 24 February 2026, 16:33:41

Seal60 might be a thing  ;D but let this one grew first

Title: Re: [IC]篆Seal TKL - The story of 1 keyboard and 7 systems
Post by: SENSY LAB on Tue, 24 February 2026, 19:01:06

Quote from: Raie_de_Boule on Tue, 24 February 2026, 16:33:41

Seal60 might be a thing  ;D but let this one grew first

Haha, there will definitely be some, but it may not be called seal by then

Title: Re: [IC]篆Seal TKL - The story of 1 keyboard and 7 systems
Post by: baucts on Wed, 25 February 2026, 14:01:53

love all the materials options. ive a similar idea for mounting, the way it seems youre going about it seem really cool. glwic!

Title: Re: [IC]篆Seal TKL - The story of 1 keyboard and 7 systems
Post by: germpy on Thu, 26 February 2026, 00:52:19

this looks gorgeous? are there any price estimates

Title: Re: [IC]篆Seal TKL - The story of 1 keyboard and 7 systems
Post by: SENSY LAB on Thu, 26 February 2026, 20:33:42

Quote from: germpy on Thu, 26 February 2026, 00:52:19

this looks gorgeous? are there any price estimates

We are confirming prices with vendors and expect them to be around $350-400.

Title: Re: [IC]篆Seal TKL - The story of 1 keyboard and 7 systems
Post by: EdgeOfInfinity on Wed, 04 March 2026, 14:46:51

was tempted to get the 100, but ended up not pulling the trigger. much more of a TKL guy tho, so this is perfect!

glwic!

Title: Re: [IC]篆Seal TKL - The story of 1 keyboard and 7 systems
Post by: Kaptain Mike on Wed, 04 March 2026, 16:50:00

This is awesome.

Title: Re: [IC]篆Seal TKL - The story of 1 keyboard and 7 systems
Post by: HubertThemad on Sun, 08 March 2026, 10:38:53

Here thanks to Sgt Finley! Awesome how there are so many options switches-wise for this board. It'll be great for someone wanting to do non-MX for sure. GLWIC! This might be my first non-MX build

Title: Re: [IC]篆Seal TKL - The story of 1 keyboard and 7 systems
Post by: Rainbow_ on Sun, 08 March 2026, 14:45:20

I love all of the options for eccentric switch types but sadly that nav accent ruins the look of this board for me. If there were an option to ditch that, this would be a perfect board for me.

Title: Re: [IC]篆Seal TKL - The story of 1 keyboard and 7 systems
Post by: Bokehhbob on Mon, 09 March 2026, 16:22:51

Any pricing yet?

Title: Re: [IC]篆Seal TKL - The story of 1 keyboard and 7 systems
Post by: SENSY LAB on Tue, 10 March 2026, 00:25:07

Quote from: Bokehhbob on Mon, 09 March 2026, 16:22:51

Any pricing yet?

It may be ￥350-400

Title: Re: [GB]篆Seal TKL - The GB will be launched on March 23rd!
Post by: bluntkrayon on Mon, 23 March 2026, 01:40:25

Are there compatible PCBs? Was hoping for Caps Lock / Scroll Lock indicator but it doesn’t appear available.

Title: Re: [GB]篆Seal TKL - The GB will be launched on March 23rd!
Post by: SENSY LAB on Mon, 23 March 2026, 19:40:12

Quote from: bluntkrayon on Mon, 23 March 2026, 01:40:25

Are there compatible PCBs? Was hoping for Caps Lock / Scroll Lock indicator but it doesn’t appear available.

The pure MX solder PCB has lock indicator. And you can also use H87 pcbs.

Title: Re: [GB]篆Seal TKL - The GB will be launched on March 23rd!
Post by: bluntkrayon on Tue, 24 March 2026, 00:28:14

Quote from: SENSY LAB on Mon, 23 March 2026, 19:40:12

Quote from: bluntkrayon on Mon, 23 March 2026, 01:40:25

Are there compatible PCBs? Was hoping for Caps Lock / Scroll Lock indicator but it doesn’t appear available.

The pure MX solder PCB has lock indicator. And you can also use H87 pcbs.

Thanks! I should have double checked the listing mentioning H87 PCBs!
That might be the way, as I don’t think I’m confident enough to solder LEDs.

Title: Re: [GB]篆Seal TKL - The GB will be launched on March 23rd!
Post by: SENSY LAB on Wed, 25 March 2026, 02:46:05

Quote from: bluntkrayon on Tue, 24 March 2026, 00:28:14

Quote from: SENSY LAB on Mon, 23 March 2026, 19:40:12

Quote from: bluntkrayon on Mon, 23 March 2026, 01:40:25

Are there compatible PCBs? Was hoping for Caps Lock / Scroll Lock indicator but it doesn’t appear available.

The pure MX solder PCB has lock indicator. And you can also use H87 pcbs.

Thanks! I should have double checked the listing mentioning H87 PCBs!
That might be the way, as I don’t think I’m confident enough to solder LEDs.

yeah H87 is a nice choice

Title: Re: [GB]篆Seal TKL - The GB will be launched on March 23rd!
Post by: DashanYYY on Wed, 25 March 2026, 14:01:41

 :thumb:

Title: Re: [GB]篆Seal TKL - The GB will be launched on March 23rd!
Post by: keekeen on Sat, 28 March 2026, 22:39:42

Just watched Alex's video on this board. The thick plate sounded really good.

Looks like a lot of effort, testing, resources spent to enable the various switch support and plate options, awesomee! GLWGB!  :thumb: