[In-stock] Gradient R0 Keyboard Kit

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Details

Kit includes Gradient R0 keyboard, aluminum full plate, PCB + Daughterboard, carrying case & microfiber cloth, 50A O-ring, gasket kit, assembly hardware, misc. documentation. Kit does not include keycaps, switches, or stabilizers.

• Layout: 65% symmetrical WKL (split right-shift / backspace support)
• Plate: Full aluminum, anodized black
• Typing angle: 8 degrees
• PCB: Custom Zed65 by Mechlovin' (STM32)
• Case materials: Aluminum 6063, Stainless Steel 304
• Weight: ~1500g / ~3.3 lbs built
• Front Height: 17mm (21.8mm EKH)
• Mount: Inverted o-ring friction mount / PCB + Plate gasket mount
  

For assembly guide & details, click here.

 

Inverted o-ring friction mount

This variation of o-ring mount allows the build to be friction-fitted into the top case, while resting on posts in the bottom case. This intends to allow the o-ring to contact both the top case and bottom case together, with the goal of minimizing unwanted resonance.

An o-ring is wrapped around the soldered build, and placed onto the bottom case posts. The top case is then pressed down onto the build and screwed together.

 

PCB / plate gasket mount

This variation of the classic gasket strip mount uses Poron gasket strips above the plate and below the PCB, leaving open air between the plate and PCB. This results in a sound profile with a blend of PCB-mounted and classic gasket-mounted characteristics.

Adhesive gaskets are installed in the top case, while removable gaskets are placed in the bottom case for this mount.

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Mechlovin' Zed65 Layout Compatibility

Soldered PCB, fixed WKL 7U bottom row. Options on full/split backspace and stepped/standard CapsLock.

Gradient uses a custom PCB, so the case is not guaranteed to be compatible with other PCBs. The plates available in this release do not support ISO layouts.

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Line by line...

 

Simplicity at its core

 

Back to square zero

 

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Shipping & Quality Expectations

Please see our order cancellation / refund policy in the FAQ for more details.

As this is a limited release, there are no units allocated for replacements. Please inspect your kits on delivery and reach out immediately if there are any concerns.

Quality Control: See the following section for QC grading. QC is subjective. Internal surfaces are not considered during quality control inspection. Due to the nature of mirror-polished stainless steel, polished parts will be inspected to the best of our ability. There may be minor, unavoidable hairline / micro scratches and markings on mirror-finished surfaces. Regardless, these markings will inevitably be picked up naturally with day-to-day use. 

A stock: As visually and functionally perfect as reasonably possible. Any imperfections should not be visible externally. No dents, no scratches, no dings.

A- stock: Very good, but imperfect finish. There may be minor deviations or inconsistencies, but most should not be visible and imperceptible while in use. No dents, no dings. These flaws may be difficult to spot, or imperceptible at certain angles.

B stock: Keyboard will have visual flaws, or imperfections that may be visible while in use. 

Anodization: Product renders attempt to reproduce accurate portrayals of the anodized colors, but may not be entirely reliable. The perceived tone, brightness, and saturation of anodized aluminum can vary significantly with different lighting and angles. As anodization is a manual process and results vary from part thickness / size, there may be minor differences between parts that are anodized to be the same color.