Engineered for a Divine Typing Experience
Beneath its striking exterior, the Athena 1800 is built with the discerning enthusiast in mind, offering a choice of premium typing experiences.
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Engineered for a Divine Typing Experience
Beneath its striking exterior, the Athena 1800 is built with the discerning enthusiast in mind, offering a choice of premium typing experiences.
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Top Mount
For a classic, firm, and direct typing feel with consistent feedback. Favored by those who appreciate a traditional, responsive typing experience and sound.
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PCB Silicone Gasket
Delivering a softer, more cushioned, and acoustically refined typing sensation. This mount isolates the PCB, providing a gentler bottom-out and a more muted, thocky sound profile.
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\nCover plate material options: Stainless Steel / Brass / Carbon Fiber
The stainless steel version, in particular, features exquisite \"toolpath\" engravings—a finely machined texture on its interior.
Internal Cover plate and rectangular Weight bar
Cover plate material options: Stainless Steel / Brass / Carbon Fiber
Internal Design: Each version comes standard with a stainless steel internal weight bar.
This design not only provides a substantial, premium typing feel but also offers a diverse range of unique acoustic profiles.
The stainless steel version, in particular, features exquisite \"toolpath\" engravings—a finely machined texture on its interior.
This hidden detail is a testament to a meticulous commitment to quality and a unified aesthetic throughout the entire build.
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Exploded View
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\n Layout
Layout
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Specs：
- Case material: Aluminum (anodized/e-coating)
- Mounting style: Top Mount/PCB Silicone Gasket
- PCB: 1.6mm solder/ hotswap PCB, non flex-cut, USB-C interface, VIAL supported, includes Caps Lock key/Scroll Lock key RGB LCD indicator
- Plate: Alu/FR4/PC/ Carbon fiber Plate
- Typing angle: 9 degree
- Cover plate material options: Stainless Steel / Brass / Carbon Fiber
- \nWeight after built：
≈2.5kg with Carbon Fiber cover plate
≈3kg with Stainless Steel cover plate\n - Designer: Wei
- Plate file
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Firmware：
- Flash manualydkb_kbdfans_athena1800_via_v3.json (updated on 08/22/2025)
kbdfans_athena1800_vial_250822_DP8M_1.uf2 (updated on 08/22/2025) - Flash manual
- \nAthena 1800 GIF Customization Guid: for custom GIFs, you can convert your image or animation into the .uf2 format on this web: GIF to UF2 for Athena1800
It only supports 128x128 pixel GIFs.
For GIFs used for \"Typing\" and \"CapsLock\" (presumably referring to keyboard indicators), the frame count should be less than 31 frames.
For other GIFs, the frame count should be less than 63 frames.\n
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What's included:
- Top and bottom case x1
- Stainless steel weight bar x1
- Silicone gasket x1 set
- Rubber feet x1 set
- Solder / hotswap PCB x1
- Daughterboard x1
- Cover plate x1
- Foam kit x1
- Plate x1
- LCD screen x1
- Bezel x1
- RGB grille x1
- Aluminum pupil x1 set
- Aluminum iris x1 set
- Screws x1 set
- Force break tape x1 set
- Keycaps x1 set
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Dimensions
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Pictures
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Engineered for a Divine Typing Experience
Beneath its striking exterior, the Athena 1800 is built with the discerning enthusiast in mind, offering a choice of premium typing experiences.
\n
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Top Mount
For a classic, firm, and direct typing feel with consistent feedback. Favored by those who appreciate a traditional, responsive typing experience and sound.
\n
\n
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PCB Silicone Gasket
Delivering a softer, more cushioned, and acoustically refined typing sensation. This mount isolates the PCB, providing a gentler bottom-out and a more muted, thocky sound profile.
\n
\nCover plate material options: Stainless Steel / Brass / Carbon Fiber
The stainless steel version, in particular, features exquisite \"toolpath\" engravings—a finely machined texture on its interior.
Internal Cover plate and rectangular Weight bar
Cover plate material options: Stainless Steel / Brass / Carbon Fiber
Internal Design: Each version comes standard with a stainless steel internal weight bar.
This design not only provides a substantial, premium typing feel but also offers a diverse range of unique acoustic profiles.
The stainless steel version, in particular, features exquisite \"toolpath\" engravings—a finely machined texture on its interior.
This hidden detail is a testament to a meticulous commitment to quality and a unified aesthetic throughout the entire build.
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Exploded View
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\n Layout
Layout
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Specs：
- Case material: Aluminum (anodized/e-coating)
- Mounting style: Top Mount/PCB Silicone Gasket
- PCB: 1.6mm solder/ hotswap PCB, non flex-cut, USB-C interface, VIAL supported, includes Caps Lock key/Scroll Lock key RGB LCD indicator
- Plate: Alu/FR4/PC/ Carbon fiber Plate
- Typing angle: 9 degree
- Cover plate material options: Stainless Steel / Brass / Carbon Fiber
- \nWeight after built：
≈2.5kg with Carbon Fiber cover plate
≈3kg with Stainless Steel cover plate\n - Designer: Wei
- Plate file
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Firmware：
- Flash manualydkb_kbdfans_athena1800_via_v3.json (updated on 08/22/2025)
kbdfans_athena1800_vial_250822_DP8M_1.uf2 (updated on 08/22/2025) - Flash manual
- \nAthena 1800 GIF Customization Guid: for custom GIFs, you can convert your image or animation into the .uf2 format on this web: GIF to UF2 for Athena1800
It only supports 128x128 pixel GIFs.
For GIFs used for \"Typing\" and \"CapsLock\" (presumably referring to keyboard indicators), the frame count should be less than 31 frames.
For other GIFs, the frame count should be less than 63 frames.\n
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What's included:
- Top and bottom case x1
- Stainless steel weight bar x1
- Silicone gasket x1 set
- Rubber feet x1 set
- Solder / hotswap PCB x1
- Daughterboard x1
- Cover plate x1
- Foam kit x1
- Plate x1
- LCD screen x1
- Bezel x1
- RGB grille x1
- Aluminum pupil x1 set
- Aluminum iris x1 set
- Screws x1 set
- Force break tape x1 set
- Keycaps x1 set
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Dimensions
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Pictures
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Ready to use Athena 1800 Anodized Black with PBTfans Orbit
Top Mount
For a classic, firm, and direct typing feel with consistent feedback. Favored by those who appreciate a traditional, responsive typing experience and sound.
PCB Silicone Gasket
Delivering a softer, more cushioned, and acoustically refined typing sensation. This mount isolates the PCB, providing a gentler bottom-out and a more muted, thocky sound profile.
Internal Cover plate and rectangular Weight bar
Cover plate material options: Stainless Steel / Brass / Carbon Fiber
Internal Design: Each version comes standard with a stainless steel internal weight bar.
This design not only provides a substantial, premium typing feel but also offers a diverse range of unique acoustic profiles.
The stainless steel version, in particular, features exquisite "toolpath" engravings—a finely machined texture on its interior.
This hidden detail is a testament to a meticulous commitment to quality and a unified aesthetic throughout the entire build.
Exploded View
Layout
Specs：
- Case material: Aluminum (anodized/e-coating)
- Mounting style: Top Mount/PCB Silicone Gasket
- PCB: 1.6mm solder/ hotswap PCB, non flex-cut, USB-C interface, VIAL supported, includes Caps Lock key/Scroll Lock key RGB LCD indicator
- Plate: Alu/FR4/PC/ Carbon fiber Plate
- Typing angle: 9 degree
- Cover plate material options: Stainless Steel / Brass / Carbon Fiber
-
Weight after built：
≈2.5kg with Carbon Fiber cover plate
≈3kg with Stainless Steel cover plate - Designer: Wei
- Plate file
Firmware：
- Flash manualydkb_kbdfans_athena1800_via_v3.json (updated on 08/22/2025)
kbdfans_athena1800_vial_250822_DP8M_1.uf2 (updated on 08/22/2025) - Flash manual
-
Athena 1800 GIF Customization Guid: for custom GIFs, you can convert your image or animation into the .uf2 format on this web: GIF to UF2 for Athena1800
It only supports 128x128 pixel GIFs.
For GIFs used for "Typing" and "CapsLock" (presumably referring to keyboard indicators), the frame count should be less than 31 frames.
For other GIFs, the frame count should be less than 63 frames.
What's included:
- Top and bottom case x1
- Stainless steel weight bar x1
- Silicone gasket x1 set
- Rubber feet x1 set
- Solder / hotswap PCB x1
- Daughterboard x1
- Cover plate x1
- Foam kit x1
- Plate x1
- LCD screen x1
- Bezel x1
- RGB grille x1
- Aluminum pupil x1 set
- Aluminum iris x1 set
- Screws x1 set
- Force break tape x1 set
- Keycaps x1 set
Dimensions
Pictures
Engineered for a Divine Typing Experience
Beneath its striking exterior, the Athena 1800 is built with the discerning enthusiast in mind, offering a choice of premium typing experiences.
Top Mount
For a classic, firm, and direct typing feel with consistent feedback. Favored by those who appreciate a traditional, responsive typing experience and sound.
PCB Silicone Gasket
Delivering a softer, more cushioned, and acoustically refined typing sensation. This mount isolates the PCB, providing a gentler bottom-out and a more muted, thocky sound profile.
Internal Cover plate and rectangular Weight bar
Cover plate material options: Stainless Steel / Brass / Carbon Fiber
Internal Design: Each version comes standard with a stainless steel internal weight bar.
This design not only provides a substantial, premium typing feel but also offers a diverse range of unique acoustic profiles.
The stainless steel version, in particular, features exquisite "toolpath" engravings—a finely machined texture on its interior.
This hidden detail is a testament to a meticulous commitment to quality and a unified aesthetic throughout the entire build.
Exploded View
Layout
Specs：
- Case material: Aluminum (anodized/e-coating)
- Mounting style: Top Mount/PCB Silicone Gasket
- PCB: 1.6mm solder/ hotswap PCB, non flex-cut, USB-C interface, VIAL supported, includes Caps Lock key/Scroll Lock key RGB LCD indicator
- Plate: Alu/FR4/PC/ Carbon fiber Plate
- Typing angle: 9 degree
- Cover plate material options: Stainless Steel / Brass / Carbon Fiber
-
Weight after built：
≈2.5kg with Carbon Fiber cover plate
≈3kg with Stainless Steel cover plate - Designer: Wei
- Plate file
Firmware：
- Flash manualydkb_kbdfans_athena1800_via_v3.json (updated on 08/22/2025)
kbdfans_athena1800_vial_250822_DP8M_1.uf2 (updated on 08/22/2025) - Flash manual
-
Athena 1800 GIF Customization Guid: for custom GIFs, you can convert your image or animation into the .uf2 format on this web: GIF to UF2 for Athena1800
It only supports 128x128 pixel GIFs.
For GIFs used for "Typing" and "CapsLock" (presumably referring to keyboard indicators), the frame count should be less than 31 frames.
For other GIFs, the frame count should be less than 63 frames.
What's included:
- Top and bottom case x1
- Stainless steel weight bar x1
- Silicone gasket x1 set
- Rubber feet x1 set
- Solder / hotswap PCB x1
- Daughterboard x1
- Cover plate x1
- Foam kit x1
- Plate x1
- LCD screen x1
- Bezel x1
- RGB grille x1
- Aluminum pupil x1 set
- Aluminum iris x1 set
- Screws x1 set
- Force break tape x1 set
- Keycaps x1 set
Dimensions
Pictures
$48.30
Original: $161.00
-70%Ready to use Athena 1800 Anodized Black with PBTfans Orbit—
$161.00
$48.30
Description
Engineered for a Divine Typing Experience
Beneath its striking exterior, the Athena 1800 is built with the discerning enthusiast in mind, offering a choice of premium typing experiences.
Top Mount
For a classic, firm, and direct typing feel with consistent feedback. Favored by those who appreciate a traditional, responsive typing experience and sound.
PCB Silicone Gasket
Delivering a softer, more cushioned, and acoustically refined typing sensation. This mount isolates the PCB, providing a gentler bottom-out and a more muted, thocky sound profile.
Internal Cover plate and rectangular Weight bar
Cover plate material options: Stainless Steel / Brass / Carbon Fiber
Internal Design: Each version comes standard with a stainless steel internal weight bar.
This design not only provides a substantial, premium typing feel but also offers a diverse range of unique acoustic profiles.
The stainless steel version, in particular, features exquisite "toolpath" engravings—a finely machined texture on its interior.
This hidden detail is a testament to a meticulous commitment to quality and a unified aesthetic throughout the entire build.
Exploded View
Layout
Specs：
- Case material: Aluminum (anodized/e-coating)
- Mounting style: Top Mount/PCB Silicone Gasket
- PCB: 1.6mm solder/ hotswap PCB, non flex-cut, USB-C interface, VIAL supported, includes Caps Lock key/Scroll Lock key RGB LCD indicator
- Plate: Alu/FR4/PC/ Carbon fiber Plate
- Typing angle: 9 degree
- Cover plate material options: Stainless Steel / Brass / Carbon Fiber
-
Weight after built：
≈2.5kg with Carbon Fiber cover plate
≈3kg with Stainless Steel cover plate - Designer: Wei
- Plate file
Firmware：
- Flash manualydkb_kbdfans_athena1800_via_v3.json (updated on 08/22/2025)
kbdfans_athena1800_vial_250822_DP8M_1.uf2 (updated on 08/22/2025) - Flash manual
-
Athena 1800 GIF Customization Guid: for custom GIFs, you can convert your image or animation into the .uf2 format on this web: GIF to UF2 for Athena1800
It only supports 128x128 pixel GIFs.
For GIFs used for "Typing" and "CapsLock" (presumably referring to keyboard indicators), the frame count should be less than 31 frames.
For other GIFs, the frame count should be less than 63 frames.
What's included:
- Top and bottom case x1
- Stainless steel weight bar x1
- Silicone gasket x1 set
- Rubber feet x1 set
- Solder / hotswap PCB x1
- Daughterboard x1
- Cover plate x1
- Foam kit x1
- Plate x1
- LCD screen x1
- Bezel x1
- RGB grille x1
- Aluminum pupil x1 set
- Aluminum iris x1 set
- Screws x1 set
- Force break tape x1 set
- Keycaps x1 set
Dimensions
Pictures
Engineered for a Divine Typing Experience
Beneath its striking exterior, the Athena 1800 is built with the discerning enthusiast in mind, offering a choice of premium typing experiences.
Top Mount
For a classic, firm, and direct typing feel with consistent feedback. Favored by those who appreciate a traditional, responsive typing experience and sound.
PCB Silicone Gasket
Delivering a softer, more cushioned, and acoustically refined typing sensation. This mount isolates the PCB, providing a gentler bottom-out and a more muted, thocky sound profile.
Internal Cover plate and rectangular Weight bar
Cover plate material options: Stainless Steel / Brass / Carbon Fiber
Internal Design: Each version comes standard with a stainless steel internal weight bar.
This design not only provides a substantial, premium typing feel but also offers a diverse range of unique acoustic profiles.
The stainless steel version, in particular, features exquisite "toolpath" engravings—a finely machined texture on its interior.
This hidden detail is a testament to a meticulous commitment to quality and a unified aesthetic throughout the entire build.
Exploded View
Layout
Specs：
- Case material: Aluminum (anodized/e-coating)
- Mounting style: Top Mount/PCB Silicone Gasket
- PCB: 1.6mm solder/ hotswap PCB, non flex-cut, USB-C interface, VIAL supported, includes Caps Lock key/Scroll Lock key RGB LCD indicator
- Plate: Alu/FR4/PC/ Carbon fiber Plate
- Typing angle: 9 degree
- Cover plate material options: Stainless Steel / Brass / Carbon Fiber
-
Weight after built：
≈2.5kg with Carbon Fiber cover plate
≈3kg with Stainless Steel cover plate - Designer: Wei
- Plate file
Firmware：
- Flash manualydkb_kbdfans_athena1800_via_v3.json (updated on 08/22/2025)
kbdfans_athena1800_vial_250822_DP8M_1.uf2 (updated on 08/22/2025) - Flash manual
-
Athena 1800 GIF Customization Guid: for custom GIFs, you can convert your image or animation into the .uf2 format on this web: GIF to UF2 for Athena1800
It only supports 128x128 pixel GIFs.
For GIFs used for "Typing" and "CapsLock" (presumably referring to keyboard indicators), the frame count should be less than 31 frames.
For other GIFs, the frame count should be less than 63 frames.
What's included:
- Top and bottom case x1
- Stainless steel weight bar x1
- Silicone gasket x1 set
- Rubber feet x1 set
- Solder / hotswap PCB x1
- Daughterboard x1
- Cover plate x1
- Foam kit x1
- Plate x1
- LCD screen x1
- Bezel x1
- RGB grille x1
- Aluminum pupil x1 set
- Aluminum iris x1 set
- Screws x1 set
- Force break tape x1 set
- Keycaps x1 set
Dimensions
Pictures
