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YMDK 143 DSA Dye Sub 9009 Retro PBT Full Keycap for MX Mechanical Keyboard Filco 104 TKL 61 KBD75 Kira96 YMD96 XD64 68 (Only Keycap)
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YMDK 143 DSA Dye Sub 9009 Retro PBT Full Keycap

Bottom line: The YMDK 143 DSA Dye Sub 9009 Retro PBT Full Keycap: Thick 1.35mm PBT resists shine and wear better than thin ABS caps; main trade-off: keycaps only, no keyboard is included.

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Pros & Cons

Pros

  • ✓ Thick 1.35mm PBT resists shine and wear better than thin ABS caps
  • ✓ Dye-sublimation 9009 legends won't fade with use
  • ✓ 143-key set covers ANSI 104, TKL, 61, KBD75, YMD96, XD64 and Tada68
  • ✓ Low DSA ball-shape profile sits lower than XDA for a compact feel
  • ✓ Fits most Cherry MX and Gateron MX boards (Filco, Ducky, IKBC)

Cons

  • ✗ Keycaps only, no keyboard is included
  • ✗ Not compatible with 6u or 6.5u spacebars, needs 6.25u
  • ✗ ISO-layout boards require a separate ISO kit
  • ✗ 7u spacebar boards need an add-on spacebar kit

Manufacturer description

Package IncludedBase Kit: 143 Key PBT DSA Dye-Sub KeycapsNo keyboard includedDetailsDSA profile is lower than XDA,it's ball shape caps.The thickness is around 1.4mm.CompatiabilityIt can be used for most Cherry MX Gateron MX mechanical keyboard.Compatible with Filco Ducky IKBC 104 TKL 61 ANSICompatible with YMD96,XD64,Tada68,KBD75,MX switch keyboard etcIf your keyboard is ISO layout,pls add ISO kit.If your spacebar is 7u,you can add spacebar kit.IncompatiabilityIf the spacebar is 6u 6.5u instead of 6.25u,it can't be compatible.It's not compatible with Logitech.It's not compatible Some old…

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SpecPicks scored YMDK 143 DSA Dye Sub 9009 Retro PBT Full Keycap using a rating × review-volume × price-fit model applied to published specs and reviews across the keyboards & mice category. YMDK's keyboards & mice lineup sits within the broader category mid-tier; price and specs are the deciding factors over brand loyalty here. Judge it on the specification table and the price rather than on sentiment: check the figures that decide your use case, then put it side-by-side with two or three close alternatives in the Compare tool before clicking through.

Common buyer scenarios for keyboards & mice of this kind: matching it to an existing build, replacing a failing part, or upgrading from a previous-generation equivalent. Check the spec table below against your current setup — particularly socket / form-factor / power-rating fields — and confirm compatibility on the retailer's listing before purchase. Prices and stock are set by the retailer and may have moved since this page was last updated.

Key Features

  • Package included: 143 DSA dye sublimation keyset,no keyboard included
  • The keycap is made of PBT material,the thickness is around 1.35mm
  • The legend is dye sublimation which won't fade.This keycap is DSA ball shape keycap,which is lower than XDA profile
  • This keyset can be used for many keyboard model.Pls see details below to see whether your keyboard is supported

Full Specifications

BrandYMDK
Color143 Full Set
Themeclassic
MaterialPolybutylene Terephthalate
Model NameDSA-9009-143
Unit Count1 Count
Switch TypeMechanical
Model NumberDSA-9009-143
Power SourceWired
Built-In MediaKeycap Puller
Number of Keys61
Button Quantity104
Keyboard LayoutQWERTY
Special FeatureWaterproof
Hand OrientationAmbidextrous
Package included143 DSA dye sublimation keyset,no keyboard included
Compatible DevicesKeyboard
Enclosure MaterialPolybutylene Terephthalate
Additional FeaturesWaterproof
Included ComponentsKeycap Puller
Full listing titleYMDK 143 DSA Dye Sub 9009 Retro PBT Full Keycap for MX Mechanical Keyboard Filco 104 TKL 61 KBD75 Kira96 YMD96 XD64 68 (Only Keycap)

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