NEC PC-8801mkII

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NEC PC-8801mkII keyboard
NEC PC-8801mkII -- front.jpg
Model no. PC-8801mkII
Branding NEC
Manufacturer NEC
Keyswitches Early Futaba MA series (Inverse-Cross Mount, Clicky)
Early Futaba lock

NEC PC-8801mkII was a PC-8801-series computer from NEC.

The PC-8801mkII keyboard uses early Futaba clicky switches and Futaba lock switches.

Key weightings

The keyboard uses both push and latching switches, and the push switches are of three separate weights. The switches themselves are around 60 gf, with conical external springs added for extra force. The switch types are as follows (weights are approximate):

Switch Weight Keys
Push 80 gf (60 gf + 20 gf)
  • Esc
  • Tab
  • Shift (L and R)
  • F1–F5
  • Ins / Del
  • Enter
  • Space bar
Push 250 gf (60 gf + 190 gf)
  • Stop
  • Copy
Latching 130 gf
  • Caps lock
  • カナ (Kana)
Push 60 gf Other keys

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