[GB] Solar80 Mechanical Keyboard Kit

Start time: 11th July 2025, 20:00 EST
End time: 11th August 2025, 23:59 EST

‼️ Before purchase, you must read and accept following Terms and Conditions of the Solar-80 Groupbuy‼️ 

1. This is a "Groupbuy" sale. Upon purchase, you acknowledge that estimated shipping time is Q4 2025,  and delay may occur due to but limited to conditions like: shipping delay introduced by any unforeseeable production issue.
2. After purchase, you will be charged immediately.
3. Due to the nature of "Groupbuy" sale that we will start to arrange production immediately after sale conclude, we generally do not allow cancellation. If you do need to cancel before GB ends, we review requests on a case-by-case basis at our discretion. If cancellation is accepted, a 3% payment processing fee will be withheld on refund.
4. We reserve the right to cancel orders which we deem violating our sale T&C.
5. This is a keyboard kit and does not come with switches and keycaps.

Solar80
by BeatLab
Post edited by Click Clack



Solar80: A Keyboard Born from the Cycle of Time


Introduction



Solar80’s aesthetics spark polarized reactions: those who love it praise its bold design language, while others find it challenging to accept. This controversy stems from its unique evolution—from sketches to physical form—refined through countless iterations.




Index
 

- Design
- Structure and Layout
- Detail Showcase
- Specifications
- Colorways
- More Photos
- Pricing and Vendors
- Follow the development
 

Design Philosophy: The Cycle of Time


Inspired by nature’s eternal rhythms:

•   Tree rings of felled logs beside sprouting grass.
•   The seasons’ turnover, the day-night alternation.
•   The sun and moon’s dance.

Solar80’s curves and structure embody the flow of time, not just static forms.





Structure and Layout

•   F13 omitted: Streamlined for visual harmony. (See layout diagram.)
•   Hot-swap & Soldered PCB options.



•   TOP mount: In an era of multi-structure, quick-disassembly trends, we return to simplicity.


o   A keyboard’s essence is a tool, not a gimmick.
o   We refined the classic TOP mount to perfection, aligning with the "cycle" theme—back to fundamentals.
o   Personal note: While multi-structure designs have merit, we prioritize reliability and feel. The choice is yours—like seasons, preferences vary.



As a designer, I firmly believe:

•   The essence of a keyboard lies in its function as an input tool—reliability and typing feel should always come first.
Rather than chasing structural novelty, perfection lies in refining a fundamental design.
The simplicity of a TOP mount best embodies our "cycle of time" philosophy—a return to essence, an eternal recurrence.
•   That said, this is purely my personal preference:
•   I deeply respect all well-executed multi-structure designs.
•   I understand the market’s demand for modularity and playability.
•   Yet, my heart leans toward purity and dependability.
•   Ultimately, the choice is yours. We merely offer an alternative—like seasons, where some crave spring’s vitality while others cherish winter’s serenity. There’s no absolute right or wrong, only distinct tastes.


Detail Showcase

•   Material adjustments: 

•   Surface treatment: Anodization 

•   Total Weight: 3.5kg 

•   Accents: Stainless steel + red copper trim (side rails, hollow ornaments, USB-C bezel).

•   Delta50 heritage: Retained side/front profiles.





Specifications

•   Typing angle: 8°
•   Front height: 16.5mm
•   Finish: Anodization + coating
•   Mounting: Top

•   Package includes:

o   Case (top/bottom)
o   Internal weight, USB-C/back accent strips
o   Hollow/inlay components
o   Plate, PCB
o   Foam set (mid-layer, switch pad, bottom)
o   Accessories, warranty card, carry case

Colorways


Anodized Silver:



Anodized Sand Gold:



Anodized Red:

Anodized Black

More Photos






Group Buy Details


Form：Open GB in Limited Time Window


Pricing:

$299


Vendors:

- The USA and Rest of the world: Click Clack
- EU: Keygem
- OCE: TORO
- Canada: Unikeys
- SEA: KTechs
- UK: ProtoTypist

More will be updated.