{"product_id":"kbdfans-tofupad-numpad-mechanical-aluminium-keyboard-kit","title":"KBDFans TofuPad - Numpad Mechanical Aluminium Keyboard Kit","description":"\u003ch2\u003eTofu Pad — the iconic Tofu design language as a numpad\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe \u003cstrong\u003eKBDfans Tofu Pad\u003c\/strong\u003e brings the beloved \u003cstrong\u003eTofu 3.0 design philosophy\u003c\/strong\u003e into the numpad format — delivering one of the most thoughtful custom numpad kits on the market. With characteristic \u003cstrong\u003etwo-tone color combinations\u003c\/strong\u003e, integrated \u003cstrong\u003eforce-break system\u003c\/strong\u003e, diverse material and mount options, and the choice between wired and wireless PCB, the Tofu Pad isn't just a numpad but a full-fledged custom build in compact form. Perfect as a companion to a 60%, 65%, or TKL keyboard — or as a standalone macropad for specialized workflows.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0755\/7103\/6493\/files\/kbdfans-tofupad-numpad-mechanical-aluminium-keyboard-kit-preorder-1074598.webp?v=1777463246\" alt=\"KBDFans TofuPad - Numpad Mechanical Aluminium Keyboard Kit [Preorder] - MonacoKeys\"\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eTofu 3.0 design language with two-tone character\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Tofu Pad consistently extends the design language of the \u003cstrong\u003eTofu60 3.0\u003c\/strong\u003e and \u003cstrong\u003eTofu65 3.0\u003c\/strong\u003e into the numpad format. Characteristic is the bold visual separation at the rear: an \u003cstrong\u003eexposed rear accent\u003c\/strong\u003e splits the USB port face into two sections — enabling impressive \u003cstrong\u003etwo-tone color combinations\u003c\/strong\u003e reminiscent of classic Tofu boards. Minimalist, clean, and full of character at the same time — a statement piece for any desk.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eMassive material variety for top case, bottom case, and weight\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Tofu Pad can be customized in nearly every detail. You freely choose:\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 or copper\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePlate material:\u003c\/strong\u003e Carbon fiber, polycarbonate, aluminum, 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, PC Stonewash (Red, Black, Silver)\u003c\/strong\u003e. Tip: KBDfans 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\u003eOne of the Tofu Pad's biggest strengths: the \u003cstrong\u003eversatile dual mounting system\u003c\/strong\u003e. You decide which typing feel you want — and can even switch between options:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTop mount\u003c\/strong\u003e — classic, with firmer, precise bottom-out and direct resonance. Mounting points have been deliberately optimized to minimize hollowness and resonance — for a uniform, satisfying sound profile.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePCB gasket mount\u003c\/strong\u003e — softer, bouncier, more flexible bottom-out with a \"bouncy\" character. Follows a similar support distribution to the top mount but is designed for maximum softness and flexibility.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBoth mounting structures are included in the package — you can swap between them as desired, depending on what suits your current workflow.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003ePlateless build option for extreme flex\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFor those seeking maximum flex and an especially deep sound, the Tofu Pad can also be built \u003cstrong\u003eplateless\u003c\/strong\u003e in combination with the \u003cstrong\u003esolder PCB\u003c\/strong\u003e — meaning entirely without a plate. The result is an extremely flexible typing feel and a uniquely deep, warm sound profile not found in classic builds. A genuine specialty option for sound enthusiasts and modding lovers.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eIntegrated force-break system\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eInside works a thoughtfully designed \u003cstrong\u003eforce-break system\u003c\/strong\u003e with specially shaped silicone pads that acoustically decouple individual case parts. 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