Tag: mechanical keyboard

Modern microcontroller-based Apple IIc keyboard with mechanical switches, configurable backlighting, and a read/write activity indicator.

The MacEffects page said Sold out on 2026-07-24. The source explicitly names the Apple IIc and presents the board as a replacement for unreliable early hairpin-spring keyboards; it does not claim Apple IIc Plus fit.

Modern full replacement keyboard for the Apple IIe using Matias ALPS-style tactile and clicky switches.

The MacEffects page said Sold out on 2026-07-24. The limited-production key legends can vary in darkness; choose a frame and keycap set appropriate to the computer.

Recreates a C64 as a complete FPGA-based keyboard computer with original peripheral interfaces plus HDMI, USB, microSD, Ethernet, and Wi-Fi.

On 2026-07-27, the breadbin BASIC Beige model exposed a Buy Now path and regional stock, while the slimline Commodore 64C Ultimate was a paid preorder scheduled for factory dispatch on September 15, 2026. The internal microSD card is sold separately. The externally accessible user port requires a separate adapter. Commodore warns that Ultimate64 and C64 Ultimate hardware and firmware are diverging; unsupported firmware can leave a machine nonfunctional and resulting damage is outside free support, warranty service, and replacement.

Replaces a Commodore 64 keyboard with a modern Gateron-switch mechanical assembly in breadbin or C64C cases.

AmericanRetro.shop offered assembled and kit versions, and its Tindie assembled listing showed two revision 1.07 units at USD 194.99 on 2026-07-30. MtnBuffalo also publishes revision 1.07 fabrication, bracket, firmware, bill-of-materials, and assembly files. The physical product and MechBoard64 brand require separate permission for commercial manufacture even though the published design files permit personal building and modification.

Provides source files for a Cherry-compatible Commodore PET N-type keyboard with printable supports and keycaps.

The repository was actively updated in June 2026 and supplies PCB, firmware, support, test, and keycap files. It is an advanced source build rather than a complete retail kit. The maker built it principally for the Micro-PET and Ulti-PET family and explicitly says installation in an original PET is possible in principle but untested.

Provides a Cherry MX replacement-keyboard PCB for a graphics-keyboard Commodore PET or Tynemouth Mini PET.

TexElec listed the bare PCB set in stock for USD 27.99 on 2026-07-30. Switches, keycaps, electronic parts, cable, support structure, insulation, and the custom mounting work required by an original PET are not included. The optional Shift Lock circuit needs a safe 5 V connection inside the PET.

Replaces an Apple II or II Plus keyboard and can also provide ASCII keyboard input for an Apple-1 or Replica 1.

The ReActiveMicro page exposed assembled and kit selectors plus an Add to cart control on 2026-07-27, while also rendering a stock-notification control; confirm the chosen variant before ordering. The kit requires extensive through-hole soldering. Encoder connector placement and keymap jumpers differ by host. Project notes also document Revision 4.2 encoder diode-jumper errata.