104 Keys ABS Keycaps Cherry MX Blue Switches Key Caps with Keycaps Puller for DIY Mechanical Keyboard (Blue Black)

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Whether they are dye-sub (printed), laser-etched, or double shot, the inconsistencies in the inscriptions tend to be far less than with PBT keycaps and they tend to have a smooth, shiny, uniformed color throughout the entire set. If your keyboard has lighting for each individual key, these styles of keycaps are usually used so the backlighting can illuminate the legends and make them easier to read. In this case, a thicker, or double shot ABS keycap may be the best solution, although these keycap sets can get quite expensive as well. Your fingers will constantly rub against the inscriptions on your keys (unless you are using a blank keycap set), and UV rays can also accelerate the fading process.

PBT keycaps can also be single-shot or double shot, although in the current market it is difficult to find new designs of PBT keycaps that shine through for RGB and backlit keyboards. This process serves the dual purpose of ensuring the legend never fades, while also making it easier for light to shine through the legend.Personalised advertising may be considered a “sale” or “sharing” of information under California and other state privacy laws, and you may have a right to opt out. Both single shot and double shot keycaps can be designed for RGB keyboards, designed for non-backlit keyboards, or work well on both.

Since many factors are based on personal preference, many people have already made up their minds as to if PBT or ABS is the best keycap material. Generally, PBT is known to be better for long-term use and will not wear or get greasy as much, good for people with hands on the sweatier side. Minimalist Dark Gray Keycap Set-144keys, Cool Dark Gray PBT Keycap Set, Cherry Profile Keycap Set, Mechanical Keyboard Black Keycaps.Nearly every major computer manufacturer uses ABS keycaps, with PBT reserved for more high-end and niche machines. Some prefer the grainy feel because it produces a more tactile feel, while others prefer a smoother texture. They are used on both affordable and high-end keyboards because they are cheaper and easier to produce.