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Keyboard Backplate Differences (Patreon)

Published:

2015-01-03 08:29:09

Imported:

2021-10

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In this article, we explain metal vs. plastic vs. PCB mechanical keyboard backplates and the advantages of each.

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Keyboard Backplate Differences: Metal vs. Plastic vs. PCB

One of the reasons the IBM Model M - one the most widely-used original mechanical keyboards - is regarded so highly is its high, durable build quality. The durability stems from its steel backplate, used for mounting the mechanical switches; similarly, high-end mechanical keyboards of today often use metal backplates for switch mounting.