Boardsource Lily Pad Legacy Plate
Best metal plate for retrofitting traditional Lily58 keyboard builds.
This precision-machined plate is the missing link for breathing new life into your classic Lily58 builds. It sacrifices modern controller compatibility to offer a perfect, rigid foundation for your existing Pro Micro hardware, ensuring a seamless aesthetic upgrade for your vintage setup.
$12.00
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Boardsource
Who it's for
- Keyboard enthusiasts seeking custom ergonomic layouts
- Builders prioritizing long-term switch stability and durability
- Minimalists needing portable and slim keyboard builds
Who should skip it
- Shoppers requiring immediate availability for their projects
- Novice builders lacking advanced assembly experience
- Typists preferring a softer, more flexible typing feel
Performance breakdown
Structural Rigidity
Precision-machined metal provides a rock-solid foundation for every keystroke.
Retrofit Compatibility
Seamlessly integrates legacy Pro Micro setups into modern aesthetic builds.
Build Precision
Exact tolerances ensure a perfect fit for traditional Lily58 PCBs.
Aesthetic Cohesion
The Black Legacy finish offers a refined, professional look for enthusiasts.
Switch Stability
Reliable support for Cherry MX style switches minimizes unwanted plate wobble.
Installation Ease
Requires careful alignment but rewards builders with a premium, secure fit.
Key Specs
Material
Metal
Color
Black Legacy
Compatibility
Designed for traditional Lily58 PCBs with Pro Micro support
Compatibility
Standard plates compatible only with Lily Pad PCBs
Switch Compatibility
Cherry MX Style
Mounting Type
Screw Mount
Connector Type
Pin Header
Compatibility Platform
Breadboard
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