AEK mini - Apple Extended Keyboard Style 60-percent Keyboard Case

A 60-percent mechanical keyboard case inspired by the Apple Extended Keyboard II - based off the excellent design by skatardude10.

This case takes the iconic design of the AEK II and shrinks it down into a compact design that still preserves the unique aesthetic of the original keyboard. It even has an option for a cutout so you can attach an original vintage Apple badge to the case. Comes available with and without a battery cutout. With a battery, it should support LiPo packs up to 6mm thick (such as 605080) for soldered PCBs if you bend the switch terminals back before soldering.

Regarding PCB and plate compatibility; I designed this primarily around 4pplet's Cyber60 Alps Rev-D1 and a cut down AEK II plate, but the tray dimensions and screw placement should support a wide range of 60-percent PCBs and plates.

My Print Settings

• Printer: Voron 2.4R2 250

• Rafts: Doesn't Matter

• Supports: Yes

• Resolution: 0.1 - 0.2 mm

• Infill: 40 - 100%

• Filament: ABS

Notes: Large format printers should be able to print the case in one piece. Otherwise, use your slicer to divide the case in half and add your preferred connectors.

Post-Printing

I glued both halves of my case together after printing, filled any gaps and significant imperfections with glazing putty, then sanded everything nice and smooth. I used Rustoleum 2-in-1 automative filler primer for my base coat - just to help fill in any remaining imperfections, then a satin charcoal gray topped with semi-gloss clear coat. Gave it a really nice vintage PowerBook-like finish.