This is a simple replacement keycap for a standard Logitech K120 keyboard. This was my first attempt using the AMS, and I think it turned out amazingly well.
To print it, it is configured to print at an angle and modeled for that configuration specifically, because the face of the keycap has a compound curve which only works well when printed in this configuration.
I chose Normal supports with snug style, because that was easiest for me to remove, but your mileage may vary.
Design History;
I have an old Logitech K120 keyboard at the office and many of the letters have faded out. I decided to challenge myself in reverse engineering the keycaps, instead of just buying a new keyboard, because I figured this was a great way to test my drafting skills in sketchup. I am very pleased with the results.
The main differences between the original keycap and mine, is the attachment assembly. I originally matched the injection molded part as closely as possible;
but this posed a significant problem with 3d printing, because of all the holes and thin walls. You can see the reason that the injection molded part is like this, so that the manufacturer can save on the literally billions of these that they pop out….I don't have such constraints, so in order to make a cleaner and more printer friendly design, I decided to modify the attachment assembly to this;
I tested it on my keyboard at the office and it fits perfectly and works exactly like the other keys.
I hope you enjoy this little model I made.
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