IBM Model M/Model F Single Piece Keycap
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A working single piece keycap for the IBM Model M and Model F keyboards. DISCLOSURE: Please bear in mind this isn't a…
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A working single piece keycap for the IBM Model M and Model F keyboards.
DISCLOSURE: Please bear in mind this isn't a one-hundred percent accurate copy of the original keycap design - but they are close. I had to make some concessions since they are intended for FDM printers - hence the flat keytops. I also modeled this entirely by hand measurement of Unicomp keycaps, and lots of trial and error. Don't expect them to be as smooth actuating or easy to install as real injection molded keycaps! (Hint: tilt your keyboard back!)
I also strongly encourage people to improve and/or remix this design to your heart's content, hence why I included my (admittedly very messy) .ipt file, plus .stp and .obj formats. It would be very cool to see custom buckling spring keycap designs proliferate, much like MX keycaps have over the past several years. Have a ball!
My Print Settings
Printer: Voron 2.4R2 250
Rafts: No
Supports: Yes
Resolution: 0.2 mm
Infill: 40%
Filament: ABS
Notes: Slice the parts oriented as shown below and use supports. Remove and clean out all support material as best you can.