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geekhack Community => Keyboard Keycaps => Topic started by: TheProfosist on Thu, 21 July 2011, 01:43:25
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I was originally looking Black PBT Engraved set but found that that isnt compatible with my layout
my options are:
Black ABS Red Laser Etched
http://item.taobao.com/item.htm?id=9938240429&
Or
Black PBT Engraved
http://item.taobao.com/item.htm?id=10082637185&
+ 2 Blank Keys
Which should i go with? I have also read alot about double shot keys...
I can make the regular layout work by easily enough with 2 blank keys for the backspace and backslash and have the regular backslash as a non working placeholder for the upper part of the enter
also i recently bought the firm pads from Elite keyboards and will put them in when i get the new keys. i am just looking to breathe some life into my old keyboard and use for gaming until i get used to my HHKB Pro2 which should hopefully be coming soon
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The absolute best place you're going to find good information about ABS vs PBT, Laser vs Engraved, Doubleshots, etc...
All About Keys wiki (http://geekhack.org/showwiki.php?title=All+About+Keys)
I know that sounds like I'm brushing off your question, but as I started to answer specifics, I realized that's better written and indexed for you. :)
My personal preference between those two would be PBT engraved. (PBT = nicer IMO, and laser etched fades fast anyway)
I don't know much about the 7G layout. Congrats on the HHKB Pro2!
And welcome to geekhack!
PS: We're currently running a group buy for RGB modifiers (http://geekhack.org/showthread.php?20058-FINAL-Doubleshot-RGB-Set-from-SP-(Orders-Payments-Deadline)) if you're interested!
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i have read most of the stuff about keys here on the site i was just wondering what most people prefer here.
my initial choice was Black PBT Engraved because the wear should be very little.
i read that the SteelSeries key wear especially quickly because they dont have a coating on them which i can attest to. I actually warranted my first keyboard because the lettering was mostly worm on the left half of the keyboard after a month or 2. this one has held up for a while i now have mostly grey lettering and shiny keys.
Key Reference: SteelSeries 7G (http://geekhack.org/showwiki.php?title=Key+Reference+-+Pics+and+specifications+for+various+manufacturers+keys#SteelSeries+6GV2+7G)
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just ordered the Black PBT Engraved Set through qtan5370. thoughi still need the 2 Black PBT Keys for Backslash and Backspace on this board all help is appreciated
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both options are PBT keycaps. But I heard ppl complain that the red color faded after a few months of use.
http://item.taobao.com/item.htm?id=10684736430&ad_id=&am_id=&cm_id=&pm_id=
There are also Black PBT Engraved keycaps that perfect fit on 7G. 有刻樱桃红 is red PBT, 黑同刻 is the Black PBT Engraved
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both options are PBT keycaps. But I heard ppl complain that the red color faded after a few months of use.
http://item.taobao.com/item.htm?id=10684736430&ad_id=&am_id=&cm_id=&pm_id=
There are also Black PBT Engraved keycaps that perfect fit on 7G. 有刻樱桃红 is red PBT, 黑同刻 is the Black PBT Engraved
thanks i wonder how he missed that set. i contacted him about this as i would really prefer that set (i hope he didnt order yet). the properly fitting enter key isnt the big thing for me it the backslash and backspace keys which if i dont get that set im going to need 2 blank keys which he cant get me. I was hoping someone here on the forums might have some
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i would probably be interested in a set of PBT doubleshots for this board if and when they exist.
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Good choice!
The picture in the key reference wiki sucks.
Can a Steelseries owner take one like this please?
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idk if you would want a picture of my caps. especially the F as it is one of the most worn. though use my F12 so little it has dust would that work?
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F would be better. Almost all the other pics are of the F and other homerow keys (S and D usually).
Plus being worn it adds interest to the pic.
SGI with centered nubs.
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ok ill do it once i get a keypuller (the F is still there but its completely shiny and you can see the key stem coming through)
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Where can I find a key cap set thats doubleshot or dye sublimated? A whole set specifically for the 7g that I can get shipped to in Canada... Thanks
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neither are going to be available i believe only lasered are and possibly PBT engraved.
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Are the laser ones solid enough that they wont wear down? Im just really disappointed getting this great Keyboard only for the paint to wear off in less than 1-2 weeks!
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well if its on black it will probably be using the same process and your original key so yes they are one of the most like to wear down quickly.
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found keycaps