Case Materials Guide A keyboard case isn’t just a shell — it defines the acoustic profile, typing experience, aesthetic appeal, and overall build quality of your custom keyboard. Below is a deep-dive comparison of the most popular case materials used in mechanical keyboards. Each section explores how the material affects acoustics, rigidity, sound dampening, visual appeal, and price-to-performance ratio. 1. Plastic (ABS, Polycarbonate, PBT) Acoustic Properties Tends to sound more hollow or high-pitched depending on the internal structure. Polycarbonate (PC) is more muted and produces a softer, lower-pitched thock. ABS...
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