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PBTfans X-ray

PBTfans X-ray

$85.00 USD
$85.00 USD
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Kit

X-ray Collection

The X-Ray Collection is a set of minimal translucent tech

peripherals for your desk setup.

Scroll down to learn more, and find your local retailer to purchase from.

 

X-ray Keycaps

X-Ray is a keycap set that features a clear and white, low-contrast design, paying tribute to transparent tech peripherals. Inspired by these devices, these translucent keycaps highlight the internal structures and construction properties that define them.

From certain perspectives, these keycaps almost appear blank. Yet, when any directional light source shines on them, it casts shadows, revealing the depth of the legends.

Update log

  • The Artisan will ready to ship around Aug 31th 2024
  • In-stock sale: July 31st 2024

Where to Buy

Specs

  • Material: ABS Material
  • Color: Clear ABS with White (WS1) legends
  • Profile: Cherry Profile
  • Manufacturing Method: Double shot injection molding
  • Manufacturer: KBDfans
  • Packaging: ABS keycaps tray with designed tray cover
  • Compatibility: MX-style switches
  • The base kit comes with full layout support, including 40% support

Disclaimers

  • These keycaps are semi-transparent; therefore, colors may be highly sensitive to lighting and the angle of view.
  • The keycap base is opaque and is not intended to be used with per key rgb shine through lighting
  • The inner layer for the actual set would potentially have visible holes. These holes are not defects but manufacturing constraints from the double-shot injection molding process. To minimize the appearance of these holes, the X-ray keycaps are painted with Tamiya Acrylic Paint.
  • Read more about how the keycaps are painted and detailed notes about their finishing in the X-Ray disclaimer document.
  • PBTfans Keycap QC Standard: Link

X-ray Artisan Keycaps

Designed by maxvoltar in collaboration with the set, the X-Ray artisan pushes the limits on the transparent theme with a modular design.

The bottom is made out of machined aluminum with a white powder coating and features some infill details to add a subtle pop of color. The top is delicately machined polycarbonate, held in place with an M1.6 screw. The result is an artisan you've never seen before, a perfect match for the X-Ray keycaps.

Update log

  • The Artisan will ready to ship around Aug 31th 2024

Where to Buy

  • Available at some of the same retails of X-ray kcaps

Specs

  • Manufacturer: Salvun

  • Materials: Aluminum, Polycarbonate

  • Profile: Cherry Profile, R1

  • Compatibility: MX-style switches

X-ray Artisan Keycaps

Designed by maxvoltar in collaboration with the set, the X-Ray artisan pushes the limits on the transparent theme with a modular design.

The bottom is made out of machined aluminum with a white powder coating and features some infill details to add a subtle pop of color. The top is delicately machined polycarbonate, held in place with an M1.6 screw. The result is an artisan you've never seen before, a perfect match for the X-Ray keycaps.

Update log

  • The Artisan will ready to ship around Aug 31th 2024

Where to Buy

  • Available at some of the same retails of X-ray kcaps

Specs

  • Manufacturer: Salvun

  • Materials: Aluminum, Polycarbonate

  • Profile: Cherry Profile, R1

  • Compatibility: MX-style switches

X-ray Roller Switches

The X-Ray Roller Switches are designed to pair with the unique look and sound of the X-Ray keycaps. It features a unique ball-bearing system for ultra-smooth operation, and minimal stem wobble. The 60g 20mm long spring offers a snappy return, and satisfying typing experience.

Update

  • The switches will readdy to ship around end of October

Where to Buy

  • CN: KBDfans

Specs

  • Linear
  • Pre-Travel: 2.0±0.3mm
  • Total Travel: 3.5±0.3mm
  • Actuation: 50g±5gf
  • Bottom-Out: 60g±5gf
  • Stem: POM
  • Spring: 20mm long spring
  • Top Housing: Transparent white PC
  • Bottom Housing: PA66 white
  • Durability: > 50 million actuations
  • PCB Mount, 5-Pin
  • MX Style
  • Factory Lubed
  • Features: Each switch stem and base have four ball bearings.

Media

Below is a collection of photos taken of a prototype set.

X-Ray keycaps featured on the Bauer Lite by Omnitype.

X-Ray keycaps details.

X-Ray keycaps featured on the Bauer Lite by Omnitype.

X-Ray keycaps featured on the Bauer Lite by Omnitype.

X-Ray keycaps details.

X-Ray keycaps details.

X-Ray keycaps featured on the GHS.RAR.

X-Ray keycaps featured on the Mode Tempo.

X-Ray keycaps featured on the Baldr65.

X-Ray keycaps featured on the GHS.RAR.

X-Ray keycaps featured on the Mode Tempo.

X-Ray keycaps featured on the Baldr65.

X-Ray keycaps featured on the Baldr65.

X-Ray keycaps featured on the Mode Tempo.

X-Ray keycaps featured on the GHS.JEM.

X-Ray keycaps featured on the GHS.JEM.

X-Ray keycaps featured on the GHS.JEM.

X-Ray keycaps featured on the GHS.JEM.

Media

Below is a collection of photos and videos of X-ray Collection. Click on any image to view it larger.

X-Ray keycaps featured on the Bauer Lite by Omnitype.

X-Ray keycaps details.

X-Ray keycaps featured on the Bauer Lite by Omnitype.

X-Ray keycaps featured on the Bauer Lite by Omnitype.

X-Ray keycaps details.

X-Ray keycaps details.

X-Ray keycaps featured on the GHS.RAR.

X-Ray keycaps featured on the Mode Tempo.

X-Ray keycaps featured on the Baldr65.

X-Ray keycaps featured on the GHS.RAR.

X-Ray keycaps featured on the Mode Tempo.

X-Ray keycaps featured on the Baldr65.

X-Ray keycaps featured on the Baldr65.

X-Ray keycaps featured on the Mode Tempo.

X-Ray keycaps featured on the GHS.JEM.

X-Ray keycaps featured on the GHS.JEM.

X-Ray keycaps featured on the GHS.JEM.

X-Ray keycaps featured on the GHS.JEM.

About the Designer

X-ray keycaps is designed by Matthew Encina from Mod Musings, a maker and media brand located in Los Angeles, California. Matthew is a creative professional with 20 years of experience in design, advertising, and content creation.

Learn more about Matthew Encina

matthewencina.com, @matthewencina

modmusings.com, @mod.musings

“The design for X-ray keycaps comes from a combination of three things:
the nostalgia (and resurgence) of the transparent tech trend from my
childhood, my current obsession with translucent polycarbonate
keyboards, and my appreciation for minimal design aesthetics.”

— Matthew Encina
Founder & Creative Director at Mod Musings, Inc.

About the Designer

X-ray keycaps is designed by Matthew Encina from Mod Musings, a maker and media brand located in Los Angeles, California. Matthew is a creative professional with 20 years of experience in design, advertising, and content creation.

Learn more about Matthew Encina

matthewencina.com, @matthewencina

modmusings.com, @mod.musings

“The design for X-ray keycaps comes from a combination of three things:
the nostalgia (and resurgence) of the transparent tech trend from my
childhood, my current obsession with translucent polycarbonate
keyboards, and my appreciation for minimal design aesthetics.”

— Matthew Encina
Founder & Creative Director at Mod Musings, Inc.

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