{"product_id":"kbdfans-tofu65-3-0-65-mechanical-aluminium-keyboard-kit","title":"KBDFans Tofu65 3.0 - 65% Mechanical Aluminium Keyboard Kit","description":"\u003ch2\u003eTofu65 3.0 — the icon, redefined\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe \u003cstrong\u003eTofu65\u003c\/strong\u003e is one of the best-selling 65% custom keyboards ever — for many it was the first custom build and thus their entry into the hobby. With the \u003cstrong\u003eTofu65 3.0\u003c\/strong\u003e, KBDfans now brings the third evolution of the series: the beloved, minimalist silhouette of the predecessor Tofu65 2.0 is preserved, but underneath, the \u003cstrong\u003ecomplete internal architecture has been carefully rethought\u003c\/strong\u003e. The Tofu65 3.0 is more than just a refresh — it's the consequent continuation of a classic, with more modern technology, improved acoustics, and impressive material and color variety. \u003cstrong\u003eDesigned by Wei\u003c\/strong\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u0026nbsp;\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0755\/7103\/6493\/files\/kbdfans-tofu65-30-65-mechanical-aluminium-keyboard-kit-preorder-2830260.jpg?v=1771383346\" alt=\"KBDFans Tofu65 3.0 - 65% Mechanical Aluminium Keyboard Kit [Preorder] - MonacoKeys\"\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eIconic design, reinterpreted\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe exterior silhouette stays true to the minimalist Tofu design language — clean, restrained, and unobtrusive. But in the details, clear statements emerge: the \u003cstrong\u003etwo-part USB port segment\u003c\/strong\u003e at the rear and the optional \u003cstrong\u003etwo-tone color combinations\u003c\/strong\u003e for top and bottom case visibly set the Tofu65 3.0 apart from its predecessors. A classic, boldly modernized without losing its essence.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u0026nbsp;\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0755\/7103\/6493\/files\/tofu65-101.jpg?v=1777817042\" alt=\"\"\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eMassive material variety for top case, bottom case, and weight\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Tofu65 3.0 can be customized in nearly every detail — you freely choose from one of the broadest material and color palettes in the custom world:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTop case material:\u003c\/strong\u003e Aluminum (anodized, e-coated, or RAW)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBottom case material:\u003c\/strong\u003e Aluminum, copper, or stainless steel (anodized, e-coated, RAW, textured, or sandblasted)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBottom weight material:\u003c\/strong\u003e Aluminum, stainless steel, or copper\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePlate material:\u003c\/strong\u003e Aluminum, carbon fiber, polycarbonate, PEI, or FR4\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe color palette ranges from classics like \u003cstrong\u003eAnodized Black, Silver, Grey\u003c\/strong\u003e through colorful accents like \u003cstrong\u003eAnodized Red, Pine Green, Light Blue, Deep Purple, Tiffany\u003c\/strong\u003e to specials like \u003cstrong\u003eRAW (Transparent Anode), E-White, E-coating U9\u003c\/strong\u003e. KBDfans additionally offers a \u003cstrong\u003elive configurator at kbd.tools\u003c\/strong\u003e where you can visualize every color combination live and adjust weight and price — before placing the actual order.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eDual mounting system — top mount or PCB gasket mount\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBoth mounting structures have been completely rebuilt and are included in the package — meaning you can swap between the two typing characters depending on your mood:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTop mount\u003c\/strong\u003e — the classic, firmer mounting variant with precise bottom-out and uniform sound. Mounting points have been deliberately placed to skip the spacebar area — minimizing resonance and hollow ring. Additionally, \u003cstrong\u003etop-case silicone dampeners\u003c\/strong\u003e provide complete acoustic decoupling of the plate from the upper housing — significantly reducing structural noise transmission.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePCB gasket mount\u003c\/strong\u003e — designed for maximum softness and flex. The support distribution is similar to the top mount, but deliberately more flexible — for an especially soft, \"bouncy\" typing feel with pronounced acoustics.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003ePlateless build option for extreme flex\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA special specialty: in combination of \u003cstrong\u003esolder PCB and PCB gasket mount\u003c\/strong\u003e, you can build the Tofu65 3.0 entirely \u003cstrong\u003eplateless\u003c\/strong\u003e — meaning without a plate. The result is an extremely flexible typing feel and a uniquely deep, warm sound profile not found in classic builds. The ultimate choice for sound enthusiasts and modding lovers seeking maximum flex and acoustics.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eIntegrated force-break system\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eInside works the thoughtful \u003cstrong\u003eforce-break system\u003c\/strong\u003e — specially shaped silicone pads placed between individual case parts to acoustically decouple them. The result: significantly reduced vibrations, no more metallic \"case ping,\" and a clean, controlled sound — a detail you typically only find in significantly more expensive custom builds and that KBDfans has integrated here as standard.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eThree PCB options — solder, hot-swap, or dual-mode wireless\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWe offer the Tofu65 3.0 with all three PCB options — all 1.6 mm FR4 with magnetic connectors and support for AVA, VIAL, and VIA:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSolder PCB\u003c\/strong\u003e — the classic soldered variant for custom builders who want to assemble their build from scratch. Also enables the plateless build with the PCB gasket mount.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWired hot-swap PCB\u003c\/strong\u003e — wired via USB-C, with hot-swap sockets for solder-free switch swaps. Perfect for everyone who wants to experiment with different switches.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDual-mode PCB (Bluetooth + wired)\u003c\/strong\u003e — KBDfans' first dual-mode hot-swap PCB, powered by the ultra-low-power \u003cstrong\u003eZMK firmware\u003c\/strong\u003e. Connects via \u003cstrong\u003eUSB-C or Bluetooth\u003c\/strong\u003e; thanks to its efficient architecture, it delivers \u003cstrong\u003eover 6 months of battery life\u003c\/strong\u003e from a single 1000 mAh battery — a perfectly minimalist wireless setup without cable clutter.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eNote:\u003c\/strong\u003e The dual-mode variant offers only USB-C and Bluetooth — \u003cstrong\u003eno 2.4 GHz wireless\u003c\/strong\u003e. KBDfans deliberately chose this approach since Bluetooth covers the needs of the vast majority of users, and the ultra-low-power design is what enables the enormous battery life in the first place.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u0026nbsp;\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0755\/7103\/6493\/files\/tofu65-pcb-layout.webp?v=1769891099\" alt=\"\"\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eFull customizability via AVA, VIAL \u0026amp; VIA\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWhichever PCB variant you choose — the Tofu65 3.0 is compatible with three popular configuration tools:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAVA\u003c\/strong\u003e — modern, browser-based configuration\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eVIAL\u003c\/strong\u003e — open-source alternative with extensive features\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eVIA\u003c\/strong\u003e — the well-known classic for fast configuration\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis lets you remap every single key, record macros, set up layers, and tailor the board exactly to your workflow.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWhat else you should know\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTyping angle:\u003c\/strong\u003e 9° — slightly steeper than most custom boards, for a more pronounced ergonomic position\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFoam kit\u003c\/strong\u003e available as an optional add-on — for individual sound tuning\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCarrying case\u003c\/strong\u003e included for travel and transport\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eLive configurator\u003c\/strong\u003e at kbd.tools for previewing all material and color combinations\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eNote on aluminum craftsmanship\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWith anodized and coated aluminum keyboards, \u003cstrong\u003eminor cosmetic variations\u003c\/strong\u003e can occur — especially in the case interior, slight coating inconsistencies in the inner corners are normal due to the Faraday cage phenomenon and not grounds for warranty claims. 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