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2024 Sonnet Plate

2024 Sonnet Plate - Main image
$10 $20 In stock

Category: Sonnet Extra

Universal plates support both ANSI and ISO layouts. ANSI layout is the standard layout used in the United States and many other countries while ISO layout is the standard layout used in many European countries.

ANSI Half is a plate with one large cutout for the alpha cluster. This allows switches in the alpha positions to take advantage of the flex cuts in the PCB. If you select the Half plate option, you must pair it with a soldered PCB.

For plate materials, bottom-out firmness and acoustics are considerations of preference. In our experience, softer materials may help reduce finger fatigue for long typing sessions, while firmer materials may provide a more responsive feel. The order of plate materials from soft to firm is POM, Polycarbonate, FR4, CF, Aluminum, Copper, and Brass.

Customer Reviews (5.0 / 5 · 2 reviews)

Ella ★★★★★

The dual-format support is a lifesaver—I swapped from ISO to ANSI in under a minute without needing extra parts. Build feels solid and the plate fits snugly with zero wobble during typing. Exactly what I needed for my setup.

Madison ★★★★★

I was worried about needing to switch between ANSI and ISO boards, but this plate handles both without any fuss—took me five minutes to swap my keycaps over. The fit is precise and the finish looks clean against my case. Exactly what I needed for my build.