Beam Spring keys, modules, First Aid Kits, and other parts

Beam Modules: I definitely recommend getting extra beam modules even beyond the few that are included in the first aid kit, as these parts are most prone to accidental damage/breakage/liquid spillage. Many pick up 12 additional modules or one additional deluxe first aid kit (same quantity and price). Everyone is offered the bulk pricing of $4 each, no matter how many you order. You can order the Round 1 or Round 2 (the Round 2 modules have a 1mm taller circular "lip" on top to accommodate the added inner foam between the module tops and below the top inner assembly plates. All modules available here are the new production design which is smaller than the IBM originals; they are not compatible with original IBM beam spring keyboards. These are the same modules and at the same pricing as what you can order with the deluxe first aid kits.

Clear transparent relegendable MX key cap and stem: these only work on MX-type keyboards like the Beam Spring keyboards; there is a separate relegendable key product in the shop for Model F keyboards. 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.

Beam springs will work on original IBM and new keyboards. The new keyboards use springs that are the same specifications as the originals.

Beam Spring Badge: Badges are the same size as the IBM originals and can fit most original Model M or Model F keyboards with a recessed badge spot, except for the IBM XT and AT boards that use a larger badge. These badges are 2cm x 2cm. 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; see the Setups tab to see real images of the badges as installed on users' keyboards. 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. Be sure to remove the transparent plastic protective film from the top side of the badge before installing.

MX Plate Mount Stabilizers: I only have the non-spacebar stabilizer units available. But I strongly 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 Inner Foam: Recommended. Important to note that the foam is not included in the deluxe first aid kits, unlike the Model F first aid kits which do include the foam. For the Round 2 boards, one foam goes between the top inner assembly and the tops of the modules, just like on the IBM originals and another foam goes between the PCB and bottom inner assembly plate (both foam add some sound dampening). Important note that this product only includes the bottom foam for the Round 1 boards since they did not have top inner foam.

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.