Geon F1-8X V2 Add-ons
Best customization components for enthusiasts building a personalized mechanical keyboard.
Enhance your Geon F1-8X V2 keyboard with a variety of add-on components designed for ultimate customization. Choose from a selection of premium plates, including aluminum, PP, POM, PC, and FR-4, available in different thicknesses and configurations like standard or half layouts. Explore various PCB options, from solderable Galatea PCBs made with FR-4 or CEM-3 to ApolloHL and NovaH hotswappable and RGB hotswappable PCBs. Personalize your setup further with silicone feet in black or silver, and ensure compatibility with the F1-8X V2 Barebone Kit for a truly unique typing experience.
$55.00
Owner Satisfaction
4.5
/ 5
Category Rank
707
/ 1066
#707 in Input Device Accessories
Price vs Category Average
+68%
Above average
Plates
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/ Aluminum mm V (Standard/Half), Aluminum mm V (Standard/Half), PP mm (Standard), POM mm (Standard), PC mm (Standard), PC mm Sandwich (Standard), FR- mm (Standard)
Who it's for
- Keyboard enthusiasts seeking a personalized typing experience
- Owners wanting to extend their keyboard's lifespan
- Builders who enjoy testing various acoustic and tactile configurations
Who should skip it
- Budget-conscious hobbyists wary of rising project costs
- Beginners feeling intimidated by complex configuration options
- Shoppers who prefer plug-and-play simplicity over technical verification
Performance breakdown
Customization Depth
Unrivaled variety of plate materials and PCB layouts for enthusiast tuning.
Typing Feel Versatility
Diverse material options allow for precise control over flex and acoustics.
Assembly Flexibility
Seamless transition between solderable and hotswappable configurations for any user preference.
Component Compatibility
Engineered specifically for the F1-8X V2 to ensure a perfect fit.
Build Material Quality
Premium FR-4, CEM-3, and specialized polymers ensure long-term structural integrity.
Lighting Integration
Effective RGB implementation provides vibrant per-key and underglow lighting options.
Key Specs
Plates
Aluminum 1.5mm V1.1 (Standard/Half), Aluminum 1.0mm V4 (Standard/Half), PP 1.5mm (Standard), POM 1.5mm (Standard), PC 1.5mm (Standard), PC 2.0mm Sandwich (Standard), FR-4 1.2mm (Standard)
Solderable PCBs
Galatea FR-4 (1.6mm), Galatea CEM-3 (1.6mm)
Hotswappable PCBs
Apollo87HL (1.6mm, 6.25U), Apollo87HL-T-SC (1.6mm, 7U)
RGB Hotswappable PCBs
Nova87H (1.6mm, 6.25U), Nova87HT (1.6mm, 7U)
Accessories
Silicone Feet (Black/Silver), O-ring, Fly Daughterboard (100mm cable)
Features
- Extensive plate material options for tailored typing feel
- Choice of solderable or hotswappable PCBs with various layouts
- RGB lighting options for per-key and underglow effects
- Includes essential accessories like O-rings and silicone feet
- Designed for enhanced customization of the Geon F1-8X V2 keyboard
What customers say
Customers consistently praise the Geon F1 8X V2 Add ons for their exceptional quality and precise design. Many highlight how these components seamlessly integrate, enhancing both the aesthetic appeal and the overall build experience of their keyboards. The meticulous craftsmanship ensures a premium feel and reliable performance, making them a worthwhile investment for enthusiasts seeking to elevate their custom setups. Users appreciate the thoughtful engineering that contributes to a refined and satisfying end product.
Know before you buy
Standard plates provide full support for every switch, offering a firmer and more consistent typing feel. Half-layout plates remove the support between keys, which increases flex and creates a softer, more cushioned bottom-out experience.
You should select either the Apollo or Nova hotswappable PCBs. These allow you to install and remove switches without soldering, making them the best choice for testing different switch types.
Both Galatea PCBs are designed for the F1-8X V2, but they offer different acoustic profiles. FR-4 is generally stiffer and provides a sharper sound, while CEM-3 is slightly more flexible and tends to produce a deeper, more muted tone.
The Fly Daughterboard is included with the necessary 100mm cable to ensure proper connectivity. You do not need to buy an additional daughterboard unless you are looking for a spare.
The 1.5mm PC plate offers a balanced, flexible typing feel typical of polycarbonate. The 2.0mm sandwich-mount PC plate is significantly stiffer, resulting in a more rigid typing experience and a slightly higher-pitched sound profile.
No, the Nova87H is specifically configured for a 6.25U spacebar. If you require a 7U layout, you must choose the Nova87HT model instead.
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