VEGA
Screwless seamless gasket 65% keyboard by Kevinplus and ai03
Refining upon Polaris and its gasket typing feel, acoustics, and aesthetics, Vega takes things one step further with a steel weight, completely screwless exterior, and refined build process.
Project Status
Complete
All extras units shipped
Project complete
Complete
2023-02-17
All extras units shipped
Project complete
Extras sale
2023-02-12
Extras units on sale
Shipping
2022-08-15
All units finally shipped
Shipping
2022-06-02
In discussion with TypePlus to find ETA for final completion of project
Shipping
2022-05-18
Yet another large batch of units shipping
Shipping
2022-04-27
Another large batch of units shipping
Shipping
2022-03-18
Due to Omicron surges and forced lockdowns, shipping and packing procedures have been delayed.
In addition to the lockdowns, the current batch is taking longer to prepare due to the time it takes to sort and match the required parts per order.
Please use this form for address changing prior to shipment if needed.
Shipping
2022-03-04
Another batch of Vega units are now shipping.
This batch is smaller in quantity since it is just the amount that has been inspected and packed in the short span after the Chinese New Year; the next batch under preparation should be larger in size.
Shipping
2022-01-25
First batch of base-kit-only orders have begun shipping
Remaining orders to ship following Chinese New Year
En route
2021-12-05
Vega will begin shipping very shortly; the shipping address edit form will close in 2 days to account for this
Shipping will occur in batches by whichever complete first with no pattern
Manufacturing
2021-12-03
All several thousand PCBs have finished manufacturing
Cases nearing completion
Manufacturing
2021-11-16
Order edit confirmation system in place for non-address changes
For use, please email order@typeplus.com with the subject Vega order inquiry from the address used for purchase. The response should be automatic; if no reply is received after much time, please contact TypePlus directly
Manufacturing
2021-09-25
- The factory has been suffering from a major regional power shortage, which is forcing facility shutdowns and off-peak hour operations. This is having a crippling effect on the final stretch of Vega production; due to this, the new best-case ETA is end of October. If power shortages worsen, this may stretch further; any further delays will be reported here.
- Order edits processing is nearing completion; a system to check final orders will be available once complete.
Manufacturing
2021-08-01
ETA has not changed so far from September despite lockdowns
Order edits supposedly still in progress according to TypePlus
New shipping address edit form created and can be accessed here
Manufacturing
2021-06-23
Possibility of further delays due to an emergency COVID lockdown in Shenzhen
If the ETA changes, a further update will be posted
Manufacturing
2021-05-07
New ETA likely to be around September due to case manufacturing delays
Manufacturing
2021-04-21
Cases still in manufacturing stage at CNC drilling
Possible delays due to manufacturing; an update will be published when the extent of delays are known
Manufacturing
2021-03-16
TypePlus working on order edits as well as post-edit confirmation system
Manufacturing currently still on track
Manufacturing
2021-01-21
Order edits being delayed in processing
Manufacturing still continuing
Please see #vega-announcements within Discord for more details
Manufacturing
2021-01-09
All requests for “order edits for order edits” no longer accepted
Manufacturing continuing
Manufacturing
2020-12-31
Cases and PCBs have begun manufacturing
Group buy closed
2020-12-07
Group buy closed
Deadline for order edits is 12/07 5:30PM EST
Group buy
2020-11-28
Board available for sale at TypePlus in group buy format
Current ETA of mid-2021
Sold out
2020-11-24
In-stock batch sold out
Preparing for group buy on November 28th
In stock
2020-11-14
In-stock batch now available for sale
Preparing for sale
2020-10-31
Sales format and info revealed
- 1000 in-stock units available at TypePlus on November 14; unlimited group buy to follow
- 359USD in-stock, 329USD group buy
Announced
2020-06-16
IC published to GeekHack
Pre-announcement
2019-12-07
Board prototype displayed to the public at SoCal meetup
Tailor-Made Typing Experience
Vega brings the extreme typing comfort and acoustic tuning to the 65% form factor, using 28 custom gaskets to completely isolate the plate from the case.
A precision-cut foam midlayer and dual stack bottom foam layer allows for precise tuning to balance acoustics and typing feel to your exact preference.
The Reference Aesthetic
The clean, sleek, seamless exterior of Vega has no visible exterior screws, which are conveniently hidden under the keycaps for an uninterrupted minimal aesthetic regardless of the viewing angle.
The immense rear-angled weight is made entirely of stainless steel, providing the elegance and heft worthy of being the centerpiece of your desk.
Stress-Free Circuitry
The thin, flex-slotted hotswap PCB comes pre-installed with VIA Configurator compatible firmware, ready for lightning-fast assembly and easy keymap editing without the headaches of drivers and firmware flashing.
A solderable PCB kit is available for those who prefer soldering or non-stock layouts.
Thorough Engineering
The centered USB cutout allows for a neutral cable position fit for any desk, and careful design allows for maximized comfort and acoustics even with a hotswap structure.
Temporary plate retention screws aid the build process while also protecting the plate inside the case during shipping.
Specifications
Case weight | ~1.4kg |
Plate materials | Aluminum, Polycarbonate |
Dimensions | 315 x 110 x 28mm |
Typing angle | 6.5deg |
Price (At time of sale) | 329USD group buy, 359USD in-stock |
Vendor, availability | In-stock and group buy sold through TypePlus in Q4 2020 |
Optional add-ons | Soldering kit (Universal plate and soldering PCB) |
Colors | Black, Grey, E-White, Blue, Green, Rose Gold |
Layouts |
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Special thanks to TC for help with rendering, Gok for render keycap models
Files and Resources
Build guide | View online here |
Hardware spec |
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PCB outline | Download |
Plate files | Download |