KBDfans D60 Lite

KBDfans · 60% · standard height

KBDfans D60 Lite mechanical keyboard
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A 60% barebone aluminum keyboard with a leaf spring style plate mount, wired USB-C connectivity, and hot-swap sockets, aimed at enthusiasts chasing a bouncy typing feel.

Best for: typing, enthusiast.

KBDfans D60 Lite specs

Layout 60%
Height Standard
Connectivity Wired
Hot-swap Yes
Stock switches n/a
Keycaps n/a
Case aluminum
Mount Leaf-spring
Backlight White / none
QMK / VIA Yes
Battery n/a
Typical price $99
Sound (stock) soft, bouncy
Released 2021

Fields marked n/a are unpublished by the maker; we list only verifiable numbers rather than guesses.

Unverified: specs compiled from manufacturer listings

Where to buy

No verified retailer link right now (the KBDfans D60 Lite typically sells for around $99). Check KBDfans directly or your usual mechanical-keyboard retailers.

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