ANSI layout is the standard layout used in the United States and many other countries. We offer a dedicated ANSI plate with cutouts designed specifically for this layout. For added flexibility, we also offer a Universal plate that supports both ANSI and ISO layouts with the appropriate cutouts. ISO is commonly used in many European countries and features the distinctive inverted L-shaped Enter key. If your Enter key has this shape, you will most likely want the Universal plate. ANSI Half is a plate with one large cutout for the alpha cluster. This allows switches in the alpha positions to take advantage of the flex cuts in the PCB. If you select the Half plate option, you must pair it with a soldered PCB. If you select the hotswap PCB, you must select a full plate (either ANSI or Universal). For plate materials, bottom-out firmness and acoustics are considerations of preference. In our experience, softer materials may help reduce finger fatigue for long typing sessions, while firmer materials may provide a more responsive feel. The order of plate materials from soft to firm is POM, FR4, CF, Aluminum, Copper, and Brass (both regular and silver mirror). Regarding acoustics, we will be releasing a comprehensive typing test video.
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