X-Ray Collection
The X-Ray Collection is a set of minimal translucent tech peripherals for your desk setup.
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Keycaps | Artisan | Cable | Bauer Lite Keyboard | Protagonist Keyboard | Roller Switch
X-Ray Keycaps
X-Ray is a keycap set that features a clear and white, low-contrast design, paying tribute to transparent tech peripherals. Inspired by these devices, these translucent keycaps highlight the internal structures and construction properties that define them.
From certain perspectives, these keycaps almost appear blank. Yet, when any directional light source shines on them, it casts shadows, revealing the depth of the legends.
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Click on a vendor to order in your region. These are the only places to buy official X-Ray keycaps. Any retailer other than the ones listed is selling knockoff products.
US: Omnitype
US: Divinikey
CA: Deskhero
KR: Geonworks
JP: Yushakobo
UK: MechMods
DE: Keygem
FR: Delta Key Co.
SE: Max Gaming
TH: Aiglatson Studio
ID: SquarePlay
SEA: iLumkb
AU: Cafege
TW: PNKeyboard
VN: MOKB
CN/Global: KBDfans
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X-Ray keycaps are manufactured by PBTfans, a KBDfans brand.
Material: ABS Material
Color: Clear ABS with White (WS1) legends
Profile: Cherry Profile
Manufacturing Method: Double shot injection molding
Manufacturer: KBDfans
Packaging: ABS keycaps tray with designed tray cover
Compatibility: MX-style switches
Available kits: Base kit, 40s kit, International kit, Spacebars
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These keycaps are semi-transparent; therefore, colors may be highly sensitive to lighting and the angle of view.
The keycap base is opaque and is not intended to be used with per key rgb shine through lighting.
One of the challenges of making semi-transparent keycaps is the manufacturing constraints of double-shot injection molding. This process leaves visible “holes” in closed legends, which detracts from the minimal aesthetic. To cover these “holes”, we came up with a novel solution that involves painting the back of the keycaps with white Tamiya acrylic paint.
Read more about how the keycaps are painted and detailed notes about their finishing in the X-Ray disclaimer document.
PBTfans Keycap QC Standard: Link
X-Ray Artisan Keycap
Designed by maxvoltar in collaboration with the set, the X-Ray artisan pushes the limits on the transparent theme with a modular design.
The bottom is made out of machined aluminum with a white powder coating and features some infill details to add a subtle pop of color. The top is delicately machined polycarbonate, held in place with an M1.6 screw. The result is an artisan you've never seen before, a perfect match for the X-Ray keycaps.
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Available at some of the same retailers of X-Ray keycaps.
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Manufacturer: Salvun
Materials: Aluminum, Polycarbonate
Profile: Cherry Profile, R1
Compatibility: MX-style switches
Bauer Lite: X-Ray Edition
The Bauer Lite: X-Ray Edition, is a collaboration with Omnitype. This special edition keyboard utilizes the distinctive characteristics of injection molded plastic to produce a stunning clear-on-white design that perfectly complements the X-Ray keycaps.
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Global: Omnitype
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Made in the USA
Injection molded polycarbonate enclosure
Custom 65% WKL layout w/ 0.75u WKL blockers
7u spacebar
Supports both split and full backspace
Isolation mounted plate
Hotswap wilba.tech PCB (1.6mm)
White taco and donut bumpers
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124.8mm Long
331.7mm Wide
29.5mm Back Height
19.8mm Front Height
5º Typing Angle
1.6mm thick PCB
Protagonist: X-Ray Edition
The Protagonist: X-Ray Edition is a collaboration with Wired In on their flagship keyboard. It’s a premium 60% CNC machined keyboard with interchangeable layouts. It features a full polycarbonate top and bottom, an e-coated aluminum plate, and a custom-engraved heavy steel weight with an e-white coating.
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Global: Wired In
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“Keyframe” accent which allows for WK, WKL, and HHKB layout support.
1.6mm, USB-C, Hotswap or Solder, QMK/VIA support
RGB underglow
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Typing Angle: 7 Degrees
Mount: Grommet with leaf spring plate
Dimensions: 126.2mm x 316.7mm
Front Height: 18.8mm
Weight: 5.1 lbs (assembled)
X-Ray Cable
The X-Ray cable is a unique soft-touch translucent silicone cable with white shielding and conductors on display. Designed in collaboration with Wired In.
The USB shells are made of a custom-designed die-cast copper alloy housing, which are bead blasted and finished in matte silver PVD. The connectors feature a knurled grip and its slim silhouette allows for compatibility with many keyboards and devices.
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US/Global: Wired In
US: Omnitype
US: Divinikey
US: Loobed Switches
CA: Deskhero
UK: MechMods
FR: Delta Key Co.
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USB C to C
Length: 4-ft
Male to Male
Power Delivery: 240W fast charging enabled
Wide device compatibility, including phones
Increased data speeds
USB A to C
Length: 4-ft
Male to Male
Power Delivery: 65W
Wide device compatibility, including phones
X-Ray Roller Switches
The X-Ray Roller Switches are designed to pair with the unique look and sound of the X-Ray keycaps. It features a unique ball-bearing system for ultra-smooth operation, and minimal stem wobble. The 60g 20mm long spring offers a snappy return, and satisfying typing experience.
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Linear
Pre-Travel: 2.0±0.3mm
Total Travel: 3.5±0.3mm
Actuation: 50g±5gf
Bottom-Out: 60g±5gf
Stem: POM
Spring: 20mm long spring
Top Housing: Transparent white PC
Bottom Housing: PA66 white
Durability: > 50 million actuations
PCB Mount, 5-Pin
MX Style
Factory Lubed
Features: Each switch stem and base have four ball bearings.
The Process Behind X-Ray
The X-Ray Collection was a year-long endeavor filled with design, development, and collaboration. Matthew Encina documented the entire process to show how it came to be and how it was made.
Media
Below is a collection of photos and videos of the X-Ray Collection. Click on any image to view it larger.
X-Ray keycaps featured on the Bauer Lite by Omnitype.
X-Ray keycaps details.
X-Ray keycaps featured on the Bauer Lite by Omnitype.
X-Ray keycaps featured on the Bauer Lite by Omnitype.
X-Ray keycaps details.
X-Ray keycaps details.
X-Ray keycaps featured on the GHS.RAR.
X-Ray keycaps featured on the GHS.RAR.
X-Ray keycaps featured on the Mode Tempo.
X-Ray keycaps featured on the Mode Tempo.
X-Ray keycaps featured on the Mode Tempo.
X-Ray keycaps featured on the Baldr65.
X-Ray keycaps featured on the Baldr65.
X-Ray keycaps featured on the Baldr65.
X-Ray keycaps featured on the GHS.JEM.
X-Ray keycaps featured on the GHS.JEM.
X-Ray keycaps featured on the GHS.JEM.
X-Ray keycaps featured on the GHS.JEM.
X-Ray Cable: USB-A to USB-C
X-Ray Cable: USB-C to USB-C
X-Ray Cable details
Protagonist X-Ray Edition top
Protagonist X-Ray Edition engraving
Protagonist X-Ray Edition profile
Bauer Lite: X-Ray Edition
X-Ray Keycaps details
Bauer Lite: X-Ray Edition
Bauer Lite: X-Ray Edition
Bauer Lite: X-Ray Edition
Bauer Lite: X-Ray Edition + X-Ray Artisan
Bauer Lite with X-Ray Cable
X-Ray Cable
X-Ray Cable connector style
About the Designer
X-Ray Collection is designed by Matthew Encina from Mod Musings, a design studio based in Los Angeles, California. Matthew is a creative professional with 20 years of experience in design, advertising, and content creation.
Learn more about Matthew Encina
“The design for the X-Ray Collection comes from a combination of three things: the nostalgia (and resurgence) of the transparent tech trend from my childhood, my current obsession with translucent polycarbonate keyboards, and my appreciation for minimal design aesthetics.”
— Matthew Encina
Founder & Creative Director at Mod Musings, Inc.
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