grid 650 is a 65% custom mechanical keyboard. It represents what we imagine when retro and timeless styles meet excellent functionalities.

Key features:

• 65% size, support WK, and WKL layout.
• 5.5 degree, similar to Cherry G80-3000
• Interchangeable modules (11 of them available)
• Powered by QMK, the wired version supports VIA.
• Hybrid mount design supports both plate-less mount and gasket mount. The included USB-C hub supports a reversible USB 2.0 Type-A female port for mouse receivers (in wired mode).
• HUB board features full battery management and a PROTECTION BYPASS function if you want to use an aftermarket, self-protected lithium battery.
• Included 18650 battery holder.
• Approximately one month of battery life when used with a 3000mAh battery.
• Front LED indicator, four colors: Red, Orange, White, and Blue.
• Included felt damper with fixtures

Layouts:

Disclaimer:

• Hotswap PCB only supports WK layout
• WKL layout is only compatible with 1.5mm universal position plate
• A 4mm ANSI position plate is recommended for a hotswap PCB. We can’t guarantee the user experience of using a plateless mounted hotswap PCB.
• It is possible to pull the switch off from the hotswap PCB when you use a plateless hotswap configuration.
• Using BATTERY PROTECTION BYPASS will void your warranty.
• Please use 3.7V 18650 battery.
• Cables and connectors are delicate parts; please use a tweezer.

Gasket-designed plates (optional):

 

Color:

• Chassis: Black, E-White, Navy
• Modules: Black, Navy, Purple, Teal, Maroon, Rose, and Silver.
• Most metal parts are made of T6061 aluminum; fine glass bead-blasted then anodized.
• The pen holder part on module 01S CLASSIC-S features a polished, high shine, stainless PVD part.

grid650 Keyboard PCB spec:

• Powered by QMK
• Atmel 32U4 MCU
• MDBT40 BLE module

grid650 Hub spec:

• USB 2.0 speed, supports c to c cable
• Reversible USB 2.0 Type-A female port
• ESD protection
• Battery management chips from Texas Instruments
• Option to bypass battery protection for a third market battery. (helpful when you want a battery-powered keyboard with Module Type-04 FLASH)
• Default charging speed at 500mA

Modules:

Module dimensions:

305 x 37 x 14mm or 12 x 1.46 x 0.55 inch

A base 3D file will be released after GB for make it your own purpose.

Module Type-01 CLASSIC

IBM Model-F inspired flat top with a pen holder.

 

Module Type-01S CLASSIC-S

Upgrade the pen holder into a hand-polished, high shine, stainless steel.

 

Module Type-02 NEON

Features 3 self-luminous tritium vials, delivers a clean and retro look in the dark.

 

Module Type-03 PEAKS

Facet design inspired by the form of mountains.

 

Module Type-04 FLASH:

1. 14 light effects, 13 colors, 2 brightness level
2. Atmel 32U4 MCU
3. Two buttons feature Cherry DG2 and supported leaf springs
4. 40 ARGB LED
5. NOT COMPATIBLE WITH included 18650 battery holder
6. Battery DIY cables included.
7. Average power consumption is 400 – 700mA@5V

 

Module Type-05 PRESS:

1. 4 Kailh hotswapd switch sockets
2. Lifted to accommodate an “R5” height
3. Connect directly to the main keyboard PCB
4. Recognized as the F-zone in QMK

 

Module Type-06 WAVE

Organic shape inspired by ocean waves.

 

Module Type-07 ARRAY:

A module utilizes vintage LED displays to indicates time, personal texts, or computer hardware info (PC only).

1. Display current time, computer hardware info (windows only), custom texts.
2. Atmel 32U4 MCU
3. CR1220 battery holder (battery not included) for on-board RTC (real time clock) chip
4. Two buttons with extra individual leaf springs
5. Programmable, Catalina Bootloader, source program will be available.
6. Can display 16 words or symbol, including “!\”#$%&'()*+,-./0123456789:;<=>?@ABCDEFGHIJKLMNOPQRSTUVWXYZ[\]^_”
7. Compatible with included 18650 battery holder.
8. Average power consumption is 150mA@5V

Module Type-08V LINEAR-H

Module Type-08H LINEAR-V

Two modules share the same simple aesthetic while representing a different approach.

 

Module Type-09 STAND

A phone or tablet stand module.

1. The surface that contacts your device will be Thorp, a suede fabric similar to Alcantara.
2. Grove opening at 185mm or 7.28inch
3. Grove width can be adjusted from 7.5 to 12mm or 0.3 to 0.47inch.
4. The angle to the desktop is 62°

Colors:

 

  

Packaging includes:

1. grid 650 Chassis
2. Manual
3. The module of your choice
4. Installed footpad (4)
5. Installed Bluetooth antenna cover
6. Installed LED indicator
7. Installed grid 650 HUB PCB
8. Installed 18650 battery holder
   1. If you select Module Type-04 FLASH, then the battery and its cable will be in the accessories box.
9. Keyboard PCB
10. Installed internal felt damper, including:
    1. 3 felts
    2. Screws (2)
    3. Support Parts (2)
11. (Optional) Installed position plate kit, including:
    1. 2 sets of silicone gaskets (12)
    2. Screws (4)
    3. O-rings (4)
    4. Support Parts (4)
    5. EVA pad (4)