PBTfans Pelican R2 Keycaps
Best choice for enthusiasts seeking a unique, nature-inspired aesthetic.
The PBTfans Pelican R2 keycap set draws its unique colorway inspiration from a pelican standing on a lake at sunset, featuring yellow for the beak, black and beige for the feathers, and subtle pink accents. These keycaps are manufactured by PBTfans using a durable Doubleshot production method, ensuring legends that will never fade. They utilize the popular Cherry profile, offering a familiar and comfortable typing experience. This set is designed to be compatible with Cherry MX switches and their MX-style clones, making them a versatile upgrade for many mechanical keyboards. The base kit is currently available for pre-order.
$95.00
Owner Satisfaction
4.6
/ 5
Category Rank
1604
/ 6542
#1604 in Keyboard Keys & Caps
Price vs Category Average
+122%
Above average
Material
ABS material
/ ABS material
Who it's for
- Typists seeking long-term durability and a premium tactile feel
- Keyboard enthusiasts wanting a sophisticated, nature-inspired desk aesthetic
- Custom builders needing support for diverse or non-standard keyboard layouts
Who should skip it
- Users who prefer the taller feel of OEM or SA profiles
- Shoppers who dislike navigating secondary markets for out-of-stock items
- Perfectionists sensitive to slight imperfections in larger keycap alignment
Performance breakdown
Legend Durability
Doubleshot molding ensures legends remain crisp and permanent through heavy use.
Typing Ergonomics
The classic Cherry profile remains the gold standard for comfortable typing.
Aesthetic Cohesion
Sunset-inspired color palette offers a sophisticated and unique desktop visual.
Switch Compatibility
Broad support for Cherry MX and clone switches ensures easy installation.
Material Premiumness
High-quality ABS provides a smooth, premium feel under the fingertips.
Kit Versatility
Comprehensive kit options accommodate a wide range of keyboard layout configurations.
Key Specs
Material
ABS material
Profile
Cherry profile
Production Method
Doubleshot
Compatibility
Cherry MX switches and MX-style clones
Packaging
ABS keycaps tray with designed tray cover
Deskmat Measurement
803 mm x 273 mm x 4 mm (±1cm tolerance)
Deskmat Texture
Hybrid Textured Cloth, rough surface
Features
- Colorway inspired by the natural colors of a pelican at sunset
- Doubleshot legends ensure high durability and resistance to wear
- Cherry profile offers a comfortable and widely accepted typing feel
- Includes various kits such as Base, Numpad, Spacebar, and Relegendables
- Designed by oay for a unique aesthetic contribution to mechanical keyboards
What customers say
The PBTfans Pelican R2 set is celebrated for its striking design and excellent build quality. Its vibrant blue and yellow color scheme offers a distinctive, eye catching look perfect for keyboard enthusiasts. Reviewers consistently praise the thick PBT plastic and the sharp, clear legends, noting the keycaps feel both substantial and durable. This combination of premium materials and thoughtful design makes the set a worthwhile investment for those desiring high quality keycaps that truly stand out.
Know before you buy
These keycaps are manufactured using high-quality ABS plastic. This material is chosen for its ability to produce vibrant, crisp colors and a smooth, premium feel during typing.
The Pelican R2 set is compatible with Cherry MX switches and most MX-style clones. As long as your keyboard uses this standard cross-stem mount, these caps should fit without issue.
The legends are created using a doubleshot production method, which means the characters are molded into the keycap itself rather than printed on top. This ensures they will not fade or wear away, even with heavy daily use.
The Cherry profile is widely considered the industry standard for mechanical keyboards. It features a sculpted, ergonomic shape that sits lower than OEM profiles, making it comfortable for both long typing sessions and gaming.
The base kit provides all the necessary keys to cover standard keyboard layouts, including full-size, TKL, and many compact configurations. Additional kits like Numpad, Spacebar, and Relegendables are available separately if you need specific coverage for non-standard layouts.
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