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KBDFans Athena 1800 - 96% Mechanical Aluminium Keyboard Kit
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The Athena1800 is not just a mechanical keyboard – it’s a tribute to wisdom and strategy. Inspired by the Greek goddess Athena, this board blends high-end engineering with artistic elegance.
✨ Design & Aesthetics
- 1800 layout with a built-in LCD screen that displays custom GIFs
- Engraved owl motif on the backplate – a symbol of vigilance and insight
- Available in a range of colors
⚙️ Technical Highlights
- Top mount and PCB silicone gasket for either firm or cushioned typing feel
- ISO Hot-Swap PCB, both USB-C and VIAL compatible
- Plate materials: Aluminum, FR4
- 9° typing angle for ergonomic comfort
- Weight: approx. 3 kg
The Athena1800 is more than a tool – it’s a masterpiece that reflects your personality and passion for precision.
Includes
- Top and bottom case x1
- Stainless steel weight bar x1
- Silicone gasket x1 set
- Rubber feet x1 set
- ISO Hot-Swap PCB x1
- Daughterboard x1
- Cover plate x1
- Foam kit x1
- Alu or FR4 Plate x1
- LCD screen x1
- Bezel x1
- RGB grille x1
- Aluminum pupil x1 set
- Aluminum iris x1 set
- Screws x1 set
- Force break tape x1 set
Specifications
- Case material: Aluminum (anodized/e-coating)
- Mounting style: Top Mount/PCB Silicone Gasket
- PCB: 1.6mm hotswap PCB, non flex-cut, USB-C interface, VIAL supported, includes Caps Lock key/Scroll Lock key RGB LCD indicator
- Plate: Alu/FR4 Plate
- Typing angle: 9 degree
- Cover plate material options: Stainless Steel
- Weight after built
≈3kg with Stainless Steel cover plate
Firmware Information
Athena 1800: Wisdom and Strategy
From the pantheon of innovation emerges the Athena 1800, a mechanical keyboard that channels the wisdom, strategy of its divine namesake.
Just as Athena was guided by the keen-eyed owl, her symbol of profound insight, this keyboard is designed as a precise tool to extend and inspire your intellect and creativity.
Athena 1800 is more than just an input device; it's a statement piece, a tool forged from myth and metal, prepared to experience typing wisdom.
Case Design
The Athena 1800 commands attention with an aesthetic that balances modern minimalism with powerful symbolism.
Front Facade:The top case features a clean, functional 1800 layout, seamlessly integrating a crystal-clear display screen. You can upload any GIF animation you like!Below this, an light diffuser accent subtly glows, hinting at the divine inspiration behind the design and adding a touch of ethereal beauty.
The Owl's Gaze (Backplate): The true masterpiece reveals itself on the underside. A stunning, full-sized owl visage is meticulously engraved across the entire backplate. Its piercing eyes and intricate feather-like details create a breathtaking tableau, transforming the keyboard into a work of art that speaks of vigilance and wisdom.






Engineered for a Divine Typing Experience
Beneath its striking exterior, the Athena 1800 is built with the discerning enthusiast in mind, offering a choice of premium typing experiences.

PCB Silicone Gasket
Delivering a softer, more cushioned, and acoustically refined typing sensation. This mount isolates the PCB, providing a gentler bottom-out and a more muted, thocky sound profile.

Top mount
For a classic, firm, and direct typing feel with consistent feedback. Favored by those who appreciate a traditional, responsive typing experience and sound.