QK101 Keyboard Kit

IN STOCK - Ships within 3 working days, all sales final.

 

Introduction:

The consistent demand for the QK100 has demonstrated that a significant number of users heavily depend on number pads for their daily tasks. This insight has inspired us to develop the QK101, a "100+1" keyboard that caters to those who require a numpad. The QK101 not only provides additional keys but also enhances functionality, introduces more design elements, and offers greater structural flexibility.

Similar to the QK80 MK2, the QK101 marks our third-generation design, featuring a comprehensive structure overhaul and upgrade. We are committed to continually introducing new themes and features, ensuring that they are also integrated and synchronized with our previous projects.

 

In Stock Kits

Kits Layout Case Colour PCB  Plate

Kit 1 WK Anodised Grey 1.2mm Tri-mode Flex-Cut Hotswap (No RGB) Fr4 with cushion (PCB-stab)

Kit 2 WK Spray Coated Pink 1.6mm Tri-mode Non-Flex Cut Hotswap (No RGB) Alu with cushion (PCB-stab)

Kit 3 WK Anodised Grey 1.2mm Tri-mode Flex-Cut Hotswap (Per-Key RGB) Alu with cushion (PCB-stab)

Kit 4 WK Spray Coated Pink 1.2mm Tri-mode Flex-Cut Hotswap (Per-Key RGB) Fr4 with cushion (PCB-stab)

Kit 5 WKL Anodised Grey 1.6mm Tri-mode Non-Flex Cut Hotswap (No RGB) Alu with cushion (PCB-stab)

Kit 6 WKL Spray Coated Pink 1.2mm Tri-mode Flex-Cut Hotswap (No RGB) Fr4 with cushion (PCB-stab)

 

Design Highlights:

CNC-machined Aluminium Cases in 9 Meticulously Designed Colour Combinations

Spray-coated: Black* (contains micro-glitter), Pink, Retro White

Anodized: Sandgold, Red, Grey, Lilac, Ice Blue, Silver

Reintroducing the mirror dusk weight

Available in both WK and WKL layout

Interchangeable Badges

The circular and "1" badges on the front are magnetic and interchangeable with the badges on the back

Design files for the badges will be published, allowing for further customizations

Customizable Screen with the New Dynamic Theme

Support custom GIFs for the foreground and background separately

The GIFs' playback speed automatically adjusts to match your typing speed

Dual-Mounting System

Top mount and gasket mount with double-sided gaskets

Providing typing feedback ranging from firm to bouncy

NEW Plate and Stabilizer Options

Introducing the new plate cushion that concentrates and enhances the keyboard's acoustic performance

Providing plates compatible with plate-mount stabilizers for easier tuning

Convenient Tri-mode Connectivity

Support wired, Bluetooth, and 2.4GHz connectivity

Equipped with dual 4000mAh batteries for an extended battery life

 

PCB:

All PCBs:

Support USB-C, Bluetooth, and 2.4GHz connections

Compatible with both ANSI and ISO layouts (ISO layout requires PCB-mount stabilizer plate)

Support both WK and WKL layouts

Compatible with both 6.25u and 7u spacebars (7U requires PCB-mount stabilizer plate)

Using QK's custom VIA web configurator for keymapping and screen customization, as standard VIA doesn't support advanced screen functions

 

Tri-mode Flex-cut Hotswap PCB w/Per-key RGB

1.2mm thick

Per-key RGB

Tri-mode Flex-cut Hotswap PCB

1.2mm thick

No Per-key RGB

Tri-mode Non-flex cut Hotswap PCB

1.6mm thick

No Per-key RGB

 

Plates:

The QK101 offers plates in two materials: FR4 and Aluminium.

Plate cushion

The mainstream acoustic foams and pads for keyboards are typically placed between the PCB and plate or under the PCB. For the QK101, we've taken a different approach by integrating a plate cushion above the plate itself. This innovative design helps concentrate the switch sounds and better showcases the sound characteristics of different switches.

Plate-mount stabilizers

This is our first time offering plates that is compatible with plate-mount stabilizers, which makes the stabilizer tunning easier. For those who choose the plate-mount stab plate, we’ll provide a set of plate-mount stabilizers come pre-lubricated from the factory and are ready to use right out of the box. If you’re more comfortable with the PCB-mount stabilizers, we also have the traditional plate option, which will come with PCB-mount stabilizers as well.

By combining these new features, there are now six options for the plates to choose from:

FR4 plate with plate cushion (PCB-stab)

FR4 plate with plate cushion (Plate-stab) - Only support 6.25U ANSI layout

FR4 plate without plate cushion (PCB-stab)

Alu plate with plate cushion (PCB-stab)

Alu plate with plate cushion (Plate-stab) - Only support 6.25U ANSI layout

Alu plate without plate cushion (PCB-stab)

Specification:

Typing angle: 7 degrees

Front height: 19mm

Size: 133mm * 442mm

Weight: 1.855kg before build

Content List:

Keyboard case

Includes pre-installed screen module and screen daughterboard

Includes two pre-installed 4000 mAh batteries

Includes four pre-installed rubber feet

Includes pre-installed PCB daughterboard with magnetic connector

Includes 2.4GHz USB dongle stored under the back badge

PCB Kit

PCB of your choice

PET sheet (included only with per-key RGB PCB)

IXPE sheet

PCB Foam

Plate of your choice

Case foam and anti-static protective film

Silicone gaskets and LED diffusers

Top-mount mounting screws

Disclaimers

QK Quality Standard

Purchasing this product means that you agree to our Acceptable Quality Standard

Since the thickness of the top case and bottom case is different, there might be color difference between the top case and bottom case. This is unavoiable

QwertyKeys will not be responsible for all the damages and impacts to the acoustic/typing performance if users change the structure of the keyboard;

All the internal (surfaces cannot be seen after built) CNC marks and imperfections are within the acceptable range.

On all other surfaces and edges, blemishes under 2.01mm is approved.

All parts with cosmetics imperfections, other than the case itself, will not be replaced unless usage functionality is impacted.

Our warranty covers the PCB for one year of use or if dead on arrival. Broken parts due to human error, such as Hotswap sockets that are pushed out of the PCB solder pads, are not covered.

When malfunctions happen, especially stripped screws, please consult your local vendor, mods in the server or email support@qwertykeys.com before trying out for repair or we might not be able to confirm the responsibility.

In addition, free gifts such as stabilizer kits, cloth wrap, screwdriver, cable, etc. do not possess any value. In case of absence, we will not ship out make up or issue partial refund.

We highly recommend recording the whole unboxing process to back up in case of dispute.