Brand New Classic Style Beam Spring B104, B122, BSSK, B62 Keyboards, at a cost of ~25% to 50% of what an original IBM beam spring keyboard sells for nowadays

Compatibility:  Beam spring key sets are MX stem key sets so they should work with MX type keyboards as well as the brand new beam spring keyboards.  The key sets on this product page will not work on Model F or Model M keyboards.  Badges and LED overlays are the same size as the IBM originals and can fit most Model M or Model F keyboards, with exception for the IBM XT and AT boards that use a larger badge.  These badges are 2cm x 2 cm.  The F122 is the only new production board that has a recessed spot for the badge but you can stick the badges anywhere on any of the Brand New Model F or Brand New Beam Spring keyboard cases!  The badges are rendered images; they are currently in stock.  The F122 recessed area measures about 21-22mm tall by 20mm wide, so you will have to center the 20mm badge and there will be about 0.5mm to 1mm space below and above the badge in the recessed area.  Beam springs will work on original IBM and new keyboards.  Be sure to remove the transparent plastic protective film from the top side of the badge before installing.

Before purchasing, please review the additional terms and conditions on the beam spring keyboard product pages.  Ordering indicates your acceptance of all terms and conditions.  Scroll to the bottom to see the Beam Spring Setup video and the Beam Spring Typing Test video.

As noted in the manual, my recommendation is to install all transparent relegendable keys with a piece of tape between key and stem so that you do not have to worry about it falling out. The worst that can happen is that the key won’t be able to be pressed down all the way because the key is already tight – in that instance, just remove the tape and install the key normally. Due to the variations of tolerances between key stems and keys, occasionally a key may fit so loosely that it falls off easily. I have not seen this issue at all with the project’s full key set but it may happen with other MX key sets. I have also seen this with the transparent relegendable MX keys being sold with the project since their tolerances to not appear to be as tight. This means that if you purchased these relegendable keys or other manufacturers’ keys, it is possible that some keys will fall off if you hold the keyboard upside down or while typing. There are various safe fixes for this, such as putting a piece of paper or scotch tape between the key cap and the beam spring module’s stem, which you may need to do as you set up this keyboard. These fixes will completely stop any loose keys from falling out.

This product page allows you to purchase additional quantities of beam spring extras, as well as individual beam spring modules if you intend on creating your own beam spring keyboard.  The beam spring inner assembly design involves bending and laser/cnc cutting metal, cutting out the inner foam sheets, and you would also have to design the large capacitive PCB that goes underneath all the keys, order an xwhatsit controller, put everything together, etc.  The key sets on this page are Cherry MX compatible (for many of the other mechanical keyboards out there, as well as for the Brand New Beam Spring Project) and will not work with IBM Model F or M keyboards.  For additional details and discussion, check out the Deskthority and geekhack forum threads for this project: https://deskthority.net/viewtopic.php?f=50&t=26174

When ordering spare beam spring inner foam, please note which beam spring keyboard model you have (for example, B104 ISO, B62 Split Shift and Split backspace, etc.) so I know which foam to mail you.

The beam spring Cherry MX compatible relegendables can be used blank, with or without the clear top piece. The bottom pieces are all black which match color-wise with the project key sets.  Please note, the keycaps on this page will only work with MX-style keyboards such as the Brand New Beam Spring keyboards and some keyboards from other sellers.  These keys will not work with Model F or Model M keyboards.  To order transparent relegendable Model F and Model M keycaps, please go to this store page.

Important notes:  All items, including overlays and badges, are deemed to have cosmetic damage that does not affect operation and will not be replaced due to cosmetic imperfections including scuffs, scratches, bends, and other markings.  Beam modules limited warranty – you agree to pay the shipping cost for a partial replacement.  Beam modules are delicate.  Though this is unlikely, some may break.  If some arrive broken, you will not receive a completely assembled ready to install beam spring module as a replacement; instead I expect to have various parts to fix broken modules, available if you cover the shipping cost.  To avoid delays and hassle, always order several more modules than you think you will need.  You will need to follow the manual because module components may separate in shipping and you will need to reattach them (not to worry, this step is shown in the beam spring setup video in the manual).

Design:  All modules are the new lower profile design.  They are not compatible with original IBM beam spring keyboards.  You will receive the Round 2 latest revision beam spring modules unless you specify otherwise, or unless you ordered a Round 1 keyboard.  The transparent relegendable key bottom pieces are only available in black (the beige color pictured is not available).

“All black with white text” MX key sets do not include the black ISO enter keys that are pictured; you have to purchase this key separately if you want it.  The other key set does include a white ISO Enter key as pictured.

MX Plate Mount Stabilizers: I only have the non-spacebar stabilizer units available.  But I recommend getting them as spares for your spacebar since you can quickly change out the broken plastic stabilizer parts on the longer spacebar metal part so that you can use these spares with the spacebar on your new Beam Spring keyboard.  While they aren’t included for the other keys besides the spacebar and I don’t recommend them, some people prefer them.  Order 7 for a full size board and order 4 for the smaller boards like B62 and BSSK.

Beam Spring Solenoid Add On Kit – the 3 custom countersunk bolts (2 M3 6mm for the solenoid and 1 6-32 3/8 inch for the solenoid PCB), 6-32 nut, and rubber spacer (to install below the solenoid PCB) needed to use a solenoid with the Round 2 beam spring cases.  These 5 parts can be ordered as part of the beam spring solenoid kit if you want to reuse your previously received solenoid driver and solenoid, and should be included if your solenoid is shipping with a beam spring keyboard.  If ordering a solenoid driver and solenoid in the future to use with your new beam spring keyboard, you can request these parts to be included at no extra cost if you add an order note with the solenoid order.

LED Overlay options for beam spring and Model F keyboards (they also fit IBM Model M keyboards; please specify your requested option in the notes):

You will be given an overlay at random if you order one without specifying which one you want.  ISO 9995 is a terrific symbols-only LED overlay option to consider.  Overlays 3, 7, and 11 have a light gray appearance.  I have also done a special order of 5 of each of these 3 overlays with a more white appearance.  To order one of these, order the LED overlay on this page plus 7 units of the store item $1 increments.  If you do not order the increments, you will be sent a regular light gray overlay even if you requested the white overlay.

Beam Spring Typing Test:

Beam Spring Setup Video: