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Alexilian
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02-29-2016, 09:09 PM
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Do you know if any keyboards include an optical switch in their key construction?
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Alexilian
02-29-2016, 09:09 PM #1

Do you know if any keyboards include an optical switch in their key construction?

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Gaspoda
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03-01-2016, 01:37 AM
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Corsair K100 RGB paired with OPX switches is one such model, with detailed specifications available here: https://www.corsair.com/us/en/p/key...yb...912a01a-na. Additional information about Corsair switches can be found at https://www.corsair.com/us/en/s/keyboard-switches. I currently have the K100 RGB with OPX switches, but haven't had time to use it yet. At present, I'm using Corsair Strafe RGB with Cherry MX Silent switches.
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03-01-2016, 01:37 AM #2

Corsair K100 RGB paired with OPX switches is one such model, with detailed specifications available here: https://www.corsair.com/us/en/p/key...yb...912a01a-na. Additional information about Corsair switches can be found at https://www.corsair.com/us/en/s/keyboard-switches. I currently have the K100 RGB with OPX switches, but haven't had time to use it yet. At present, I'm using Corsair Strafe RGB with Cherry MX Silent switches.

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03-01-2016, 04:42 AM
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You had my expectations. It seems the optics and magnetic components are on the board. Are there any other key boards? Check the video at the link provided.
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03-01-2016, 04:42 AM #3

You had my expectations. It seems the optics and magnetic components are on the board. Are there any other key boards? Check the video at the link provided.

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03-01-2016, 06:32 AM
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Keychron K6 supports optical switches that are hot-swappable, meaning the optical part is integrated into the key switch itself, not the board. Details can be found on their product page: https://www.keychron.com/products/keychr...l-keyboard. The Keychron K7 offers a slim design with optical hot-swappable switches, specifications available here: https://www.keychron.com/products/keychr...l-keyboard. The Asus TUF Gaming K7 also features optical switches, with full specs on their site: https://www.asus.com/accessories/keyboar...gaming-k7/.
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PXLEagle
03-01-2016, 06:32 AM #4

Keychron K6 supports optical switches that are hot-swappable, meaning the optical part is integrated into the key switch itself, not the board. Details can be found on their product page: https://www.keychron.com/products/keychr...l-keyboard. The Keychron K7 offers a slim design with optical hot-swappable switches, specifications available here: https://www.keychron.com/products/keychr...l-keyboard. The Asus TUF Gaming K7 also features optical switches, with full specs on their site: https://www.asus.com/accessories/keyboar...gaming-k7/.

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03-01-2016, 09:37 AM
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I can find the switches; the LED and the photo-sensitive element are soldered on the PCB under the key. Do you have any information about something else? I tried to look for more details but it wasn't clear.

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CooKonut
03-01-2016, 09:37 AM #5

I can find the switches; the LED and the photo-sensitive element are soldered on the PCB under the key. Do you have any information about something else? I tried to look for more details but it wasn't clear.

Thanks, g

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03-01-2016, 10:33 AM
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It is best to reach out to KB manufacturers directly and inquire about the matter. They are familiar with the solution.
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David_Martial
03-01-2016, 10:33 AM #6

It is best to reach out to KB manufacturers directly and inquire about the matter. They are familiar with the solution.

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