Description: ALPS SKCM CREAM KEYSWITCHESFOR COMPUTER KEYBOARDSLOT-OF-FIVE SWITCHES: $8.75 + $4.50 U.S. SHIPPING These ALPS SKCM CREAM KEYSWITCHES are HIGHLY TACTILE(noticeable finger response), HIGHLY CLICKY (audible sound), andLOW LINEARITY (smoothness). They are used, but inexcellent condition. They can be installed in any keyboardthat uses ALPS keyswitches. They are GENUINE ALPS, with the word "ALPS" written on the top panel. ALPSSKCM CREAM keyswitches were used on severalkeyboards: NExT, HP C1414A, CANON typewriters,Mac M3501, and several others. These ALPS keyswitches are UNDAMPED, meaning that thetwo tiny rubber bumpers used in damped keyswitches at thebottom of the plunger are absent; this undamped arrangementgenerates the "clicky" sound when the keyswitch is depressed.As with all ALPS keyswitches, the case is NOT sealed shut,so a curious user can open the case to inspect the movingparts that are housed inside. This ALPS keyswitch is classifiedas "COMPLICATED," meaning that there are more internalparts than other keyswitches labeled as "SIMPLIFIED." Every keyswitch has been tested with an ohmmeter, andis confirmed working. Every switch has been lightlylubricated with MAX-PRO, an electronics lubricant thatis specialized for switches. These SKCM CREAM ALPSkeyswitches were collected from NExT or M3501 keyboards. ALPS VARIETY KEYSWITCHES!(This is to refer you to a different Ebay ad.)23 various keyswitches: Many varied colors,with many varied characteristics!$29.00 plus $4.50 shipping cost(A) CLICKINESS (sounds of the keypresses)(B) TACTILITY (touch/feelings, felt in fingers)(C) LINEARITY (operational smoothness)TWO "BLUE ALPS" SWITCHES included; best switch worldwide!To see this OTHER AD, search for "Alps Variety Keyswitches" 15% QUANTITY DISCOUNT:Buy 50 or more of these SKCM CREAM keyswitches in one purchase,and a 15% discount will be refunded on the total keycap cost. NOdiscount on shipping cost; no discount on other ALPS keyswitch models. THESE PAPER SHEETS ARE INCLUDEDWITH THESE PURCHASED ALPS SKCMCREAM KEYSWITCHES(1) a two-sided sheet with instructions on how todesolder and remove old switches, and how toinstall these replacement switches. The writteninstructions are supplemented by six closeup photos.(2) A two-sided summary abstract of my in-personlive presentation, MECHANICAL KEYSWITCHES,for the 33rd Apple II KansasFest conference thatwas held at Kansas City MO, July 19-24, 2022. Youcan see my 30 minute presentation on YouTube at:YOUTUBE / KANSASFEST 2022 / SATURDAY(3) a one-page summary of my planned magazinearticle, CUSTOMIZING YOUR ALPS KEYBOARD.This will be submitted for publication in the Apple IIcomputer magazine, Juiced GS, Autumn 2024. $8.75 plus $4.50 shippingfor lot-of-5 keyswitches Stephen Buggie, Ph.D.Professor Emeritus of PsychologyUniv. of New Mexico, Gallup
Price: 8.75 USD
Location: Gallup, New Mexico
End Time: 2024-11-26T19:18:37.000Z
Shipping Cost: 4.5 USD
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Restocking Fee: No
Return shipping will be paid by: Buyer
All returns accepted: Returns Accepted
Item must be returned within: 30 Days
Refund will be given as: Money Back
Compatible Brand: For Apple
Brand: ALPS
Type: KEYSWITCHES for Keyboard
Unit Type: Unit
Country/Region of Manufacture: Japan
Unit Quantity: LOT-OF-5
Modified Item: No
California Prop 65 Warning: none
Vintage: Yes
