Price: $45.00
(as of Jun 16,2023 04:33:11 UTC – Details)
Product Description
THE BRIGHTEST SPOT IN YOUR SETUP
Named after the Carina constellation, which signifies the hull of a ship in Latin, this keyboard is one vessel with a formidable foundation. Built with a frosty acrylic case and fully programmable RGB LEDs, the Carina is designed to brighten up any space. Sculpted in the 60% form factor, it’s space-efficient and portable. Unique to the Carina’s design is the combination of a tray-mount construction and hot-swap capability. In lieu of an integrated plate, the keyboard features a tray mount, allowing you to easily switch to a new plate material (three of which are available) for a different switch feel. Even with this added layer of customization, we’ve retained the keyboard’s hot-swap capability, so you can plug in new switches on the fly—no soldering required. Perhaps best of all, it takes just a Phillips-head screwdriver and a few easy steps to assemble.
NEXT-LEVEL LED LIGHTING
When it comes to LED lighting, the Carina is second to none. Choose from millions of colors for every single key, set the keyboard to cycle through the entire spectrum, or opt for a single color to match your workspace—the possibilities are endless. What’s more, the LEDs are situated toward the center of the PCBA (as opposed to the edges), which makes them appear even smoother under typical lighting conditions. Don’t worry about flickering, either: the LEDs display at a high frequency of 100 hertz for clarity, night or day.
FULLY PROGRAMMABLE VIA QMK
Customizing your keyboard is essential, especially for smaller layouts. That’s why the Carina features a fully programmable PCBA, designed for modification. Using QMK firmware, you have total control over every key. Plus, the configurator allows you to customize keymapping so you can easily fine-tune your keyboard for gaming, work, or play. It’s also outfitted with the latest USB-C connection for reliable performance.
A keyboard’s plate is a slim piece of material (usually metal) that sits between the switches and the PCBA. Depending on the material you choose, the plate will interact with the switches differently. In an effort to offer even more customization, the Carina is available with your choice of three add-on plates.
PICK A PLATE, ANY PLATE
ALUMINUM
The most common material found in custom keyboard kits, aluminum offers a good balance of stiffness and flexibility to complement most switches.
BRASS
With a higher stiffness rating than aluminum, it provides an even sturdier feel.
COPPER
Similar to brass in its chemical makeup, copper provides a rigid, satisfying feel.
SPECIFICATIONS
Designed and Produced by Drop
61 keys
Frosted acrylic CNC case
Custom 60% PCBA (supports 3-pin and 5-pin switches)
Hot-swap switch sockets
QMK firmware
Cherry-style plate-mounted stabilizers
Aluminum, brass, or copper switch plate
Dual USB-C connectors
Dimensions: 11.5 x 4.1 x 1.5 in (29.2 x 10.4 x 3.8 cm)
Weight (no switches or keycaps): 16.4 oz (465 g)
NOTE: Drop Carina Keyboard Kit does not include keycaps, switches, or switch plate. An Aluminum, Brass, or Copper switch plate (sold separately) is required for use.
Key Count:
47 Keys
59 Keys
61 Keys
67 Keys
67 Keys
60 Keys
Dimensions / Weight:
9.2 x 3.2 x 1.3″ / 18 oz (510 g)
9.1 x 4.1 x 0.9″
11.5 x 4.1 x 1.5″ / 16.4 oz (465 g)
12.7 x 4.4 x 1.25″ / 24.5 oz (696 g)
12.6 x 4.4 x 1.7″ / 43 oz (1,219 g)
11.8 x 4.4 x 1.4″ / 24.7 oz (700g)
Keyboard Layout:
40%
OLKB / Preonic
60%
65%
65%
60% HHKB-Style
Switch Compatibility:
Hotswap compatible with all Cherry-style clones including Cherry, Kaihua, Gateron, Halo, Holy Panda etc. Matias/ALPS switch footprints compatible with soldering.
Compatible with all Cherry-style clones including Cherry, Kaihua, Gateron, Halo, Holy Panda etc.
Compatible with all Cherry-style clones including Cherry, Kaihua, Gateron, Halo, Holy Panda etc.
Compatible with all Cherry-style clones including Cherry, Kaihua, Gateron, Halo, Holy Panda etc.
Compatible with all Cherry-style clones including Cherry, Kaihua, Gateron, Halo, Holy Panda etc.
Compatible with all Cherry-style clones including Cherry, Kaihua, Gateron, Halo, Holy Panda etc.
Additional Features:
Anodized CNC machined aluminum frame, Hot-Swappable plate-mounted switches with added support for Matias/ALPS soldered switches, QMK Programming, in an ultra- compact 40% form factor.
Anodized CNC machined aluminum frame, Hot-Swappable plate-mounted switches, QMK Programming, USB-C, in a compact form factor.
Frosted Acrylic Case, Hot-Swappable plate-mount switches, QMK programming, RGB LEDs, USB-C, in a compact form factor available with various metal plates.
Anodized CNC machined aluminum frame, Hot-Swappable plate-mount switches, QMK Programming, Dual USB-C, Plate-mounted Cherry-style stabilizers, N-key rollover, and light customization.
Anodized CNC machined aluminum frame, Hot-Swappable plate-mount switches, QMK Programming, Dual USB-C, Plate-mounted Cherry-style stabilizers, N-key rollover, and light customization.
Anodized CNC machined aluminum frame, Hot-Swappable plate-mounted switches, QMK Programming, USB-C PCBA, RGB underglow lighting (Diffuser sold separately), Designed in Tokyo
Included:
PCBA, Steel Plate, Anodized CNC aluminum case, USB-A to C cable, PCB Mounted Stabilizers, and assembly hardware
PCBA, Steel Plate, Anodized CNC aluminum case, USB-C to A Cable, and assembly hardware
PCBA, Acrylic Case, USB-A to C cable, Stabilizers, and assembly hardware
PCB, Two-piece Anodized CNC aluminum case w/ diffuser, USB-A to C cable, Plate-mount stabilizers, Keycap and Switch Puller
PCB, Two-piece Anodized High-profile CNC aluminum case w/ diffuser, USB-A to C cable, Plate-mount stabilizers, Keycap and Switch Puller
Tokyo60 PCBA, Two-piece aluminum case, screws, spacers, screw-in stabilizers, rubber feet, USB-A to USB-C cable
Not Included:
Keycaps and Switches
Keycaps and Switches
Keycaps, Switches, Switch Plate
Keycaps and Switches
Keycaps and Switches
Keycaps, Switches, Optional LED Diffuser
Keyboard Layout:
Tenkeyless standard ANSI layout
60%, 65%, 75&, Winkeyless, Tenkeyless, and Fullsize Keyboards
60%, 65%, 75%, Winkeyless, TKL, and select full-size keyboards
60%, 65%, 75%, Winkeyless, Tenkeyless, and Fullsize Keyboards
65%, Tenkeyless, and Fullsize Layouts
Tenkeyless Standard and Fullsize Layout
Material:
Dye-sublimated PBT plastic
Doubleshot ABS
Doubleshot ABS
Doubleshot ABS
Doubleshot PBT
Doubleshot ABS
Switch Compatibility:
Cherry MX switches and clones including Gateron, Halo, Kaihua, and Holy Panda
Cherry MX switches and clones including Gateron, Halo, Kaihua, and Holy Panda
Cherry MX switches and clones including Gateron, Halo, Kaihua, and Holy Panda
Cherry MX switches and clones including Gateron, Halo, Kaihua, and Holy Panda
Cherry MX switches and clones including Gateron, Halo, Kaihua, and Holy Panda
Cherry MX switches and clones including Gateron, Halo, Kaihua, and Holy Panda
Spacebar Size:
6.25u
6.25u, 7.0u
6.25u, 7.0u
6.25u, 7.0u
6.25u
6.25u
Profile:
MT3
MT3
MT3
MT3
OEM
DSA
Designed for Drop Keyboards:
Drop Carina, CTRL, and ENTR
Drop ALT, Carina, ENTR, CTRL, and SHIFT
Drop ALT, Carina, CTRL, and ENTR
Drop ALT, Carina, Tokyo60, ENTR, CTRL, and SHIFT
Drop ALT, Carina, ENTR, CTRL, and SHIFT
Drop ENTR, Carina, CTRL, and SHIFT
Other Layout Compatibility:
Select TKL Layouts
60%, 65%, 75&, Winkeyless, Tenkeyless, and Fullsize Keyboards
60%, 65%, 75%, Winkeyless, and Tenkeyless Keyboards
60%, 65%, 75&, Winkeyless, Tenkeyless, and Fullsize Keyboards
65%, TKL, Fullsize Keyboards
Select TKL and Fullsize Keyboards
Key Count:
96
161
157
161
108
104
PICK A PLATE, ANY PLATE: A keyboard’s plate is a slim piece of material (usually metal) that sits between the switches and the PCBA. Depending on the material you choose, the plate will interact with the switches differently. In an effort to offer even more customization, the Carina is available with your choice of three add-on plates.
ALUMINUM SWITH PLATE: The most common material found in custom keyboard kits, aluminum offers a good balance of stiffness and flexibility to complement most switches.
BRASS SWITCH PLATE: With a higher stiffness rating than aluminum, it provides an even sturdier feel.
COPPER SWITCH PLATE: Similar to brass in its chemical makeup, copper provides a rigid, satisfying feel.
FIND WHAT WORKS BEST FOR YOU: Many typists prefer to match stiff plates with tactile switches to accentuate their tactility, while others prefer to pair flexible plates with linear switches for a more dynamic feel.
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