PBT has a few colour options but they’re usually not vivid bright colours that you can find on ABS caps. PBT is more prone to warping and bending on larger keycap sizes

While there are many variations on each type, the four main profiles to know about are Cherry, OEM, SA and DSA. Cherry and OEM keycaps are cylindrical and overall very similar, but OEM is slightly taller. OEM profile is very popular on production keyboards, but many find Cherry profile (named after the popular key switch brand) more comfortable because of its lower profile. Keycaps are very important for any computer keyboard due to the critical role it plays in making our work with computers more efficient. They are the little plastic objects that cover the keyboard of your computer. Keycaps can be made from a variety of different materials and are available in a multitude of colours. The two most common are ABS and PBT plastic. As we proceed, we will take a look at the keycap components and focus specifically on their features, functionalities, pros, and cons.Putting keycaps have a transculent side housing with an opaque top, making for a neat lighting effect. What are double shot keycaps?

ABS keycaps will also start to thin over time. Its smooth surface makes it easier for your fingers to glide across the keycaps. This greasy and shiny development on the surface is due to exposure to conditions that gradually change the color of the keycaps to yellow.Keycaps are available in two key plastics: ABS or PBT. Both have dedicated fan bases that fervently believe theirs is the best, but each has pros and cons. Neither is absolutely better than the other, but their strengths and weaknesses can make them a better fit for individual users.