PBTfans Athena 1800 X Ray R3 Mechanical Keyboard

The PBTfans Athena 1800 XRay stands out for its dual mounting options, letting you choose between a classic top mount for a firmer, more traditional feel, or a PCB silicone gasket mount for a softer, quieter typing experience. Its robust aluminum case, customizable plate materials, and a unique internal stainless steel weight bar with intricate toolpath engravings add both acoustic depth and visual flair to the build.

Absolutely! The Athena 1800 offers several ways to personalize your typing experience. You can select between top mount or silicone gasket mounting styles, each offering distinct sound and feedback. Additionally, you can choose from plate materials like aluminum, FR4, polycarbonate, or carbon fiber, each imparting different acoustic and tactile characteristics.

Yes, the Athena 1800 comes with a 1.6mm PCB that allows you to choose between a soldered setup for a permanent configuration or a hot-swap PCB for easily swapping out switches without soldering. This flexibility makes it convenient for both enthusiasts who like to tinker and those who want a set-and-forget build.

The integrated LCD screen can display custom GIFs or indicators, adding a personal touch and extra functionality to your keyboard. The RGB grille complements the visual experience, offering vibrant lighting effects that you can configure to match your setup or mood.

Yes, the Athena 1800 is fully compatible with both VIA and VIAL, allowing for extensive key remapping, macro creation, and lighting customization. This makes it easy to tailor the keyboard's functionality to your workflow or gaming preferences.

The Athena 1800 is constructed from high-quality aluminum, available in anodized or e-coated finishes. Depending on your choice of cover plate, the fully built keyboard weighs approximately 2.5kg (with the carbon fiber cover plate) or about 3kg (with the stainless steel cover plate), giving it a substantial and premium feel on your desk.

The internal stainless steel weight bar not only adds heft and stability to the keyboard but also enhances the acoustic signature, making each keystroke sound more refined and satisfying. Its finely machined toolpath engravings offer a hidden detail for enthusiasts who appreciate craftsmanship.

Yes! Beyond choosing your preferred cover plate and plate material, you can personalize the LCD screen with custom GIFs and animations. The RGB grille further enhances the visual appeal, and the distinctive internal engravings add a hidden touch of luxury.

The Athena 1800 XRay comes as a comprehensive kit, including the top and bottom case, stainless steel weight bar, silicone gasket set, rubber feet, your choice of solder or hot-swap PCB, daughterboard, cover plate, foam kit, plate, LCD screen, bezel, RGB grille, aluminum pupil and iris sets, screws, force break tape, and the PBTfans X-Ray base keycap kit.

Yes, the Athena 1800 supports firmware updates and customizations. It comes with dedicated firmware files for VIA and VIAL compatibility, and you can follow the provided flash manual to update or modify your keyboard’s firmware as needed.