[ GB ] FoxLab Lotus80

GB: 2nd Aug - 17th Aug 2025
ETA: Q4 2025

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https://klc-playground.com/products/gb-lotus80-mechanical-keyboard-kit-by-foxlab-add-on-parts

‼️ Before purchase, you must read and accept following Terms and Conditions of the Lotus-80 Groupbuy‼️ 

1. This is a "Groupbuy" sale. Upon purchase, you acknowledge that estimated shipping time is Q4 2025, and delay may occur by any unforeseeable production issue.
2. After purchase, you will be charged immediately.
3. Due to the nature of "Groupbuy" sale that we will start to arrange production immediately after sale conclude, we do not allow cancellation after GB period. If you do need to cancel before GB ends, we review requests on a case-by-case basis at our discretion. If cancellation is accepted, a 5% payment processing fee will be withheld on refund.
   
4. This is a keyboard kit and does not come with switches and keycaps.
   
   Lotus80
   
   
   Design
   
   Design Concept
   The lotus has long symbolized purity, elegance, and Zen philosophy. Drawing inspiration from this, we fused Eastern aesthetics with modern industrial design. Centered on minimalist contours and symmetrical beauty, we eliminated superfluous decorations to create a keyboard that balances visual appeal and functionality.
   
   Exterior Design
   Our Nature Series emphasizes subtractive design, stripping away homogenized industrial elements. The goal was to achieve simplicity while retaining thematic sophistication and distinctiveness.

Front Design

Since the lotus theme doesn’t lend itself well to RGB lighting, we opted for an understated approach—a finely engraved logo paired with a lotus-leaf emblem to adorn the front. Unlike our previous Sunset with ultra-thin bezels, the LOTUS features moderately sized borders to complement its elegant and grand aesthetic.

Side Profile

The sides employ a gently concave, curved-edge design, mimicking the natural unfurling of lotus leaves. The smooth transitions offer a refined tactile experience while reducing visual bulk.

 

Weight Design (Bottom)

-Small Weight (Lotus Motif): Made of brass, the multi-layered petals radiate from a circular base, creating a 3D relief effect that mimics overlapping lotus petals.

Back Design

Large Weight (Backplate): Crafted from stainless steel, the center features a curved lotus-platform design that echoes the petals above. The interplay of two contrasting metals forms a complete lotus, embodying elegance, purity, and Zen-inspired aesthetics. The layered petals and symmetry exude a quiet luxury, further enhanced by the heft of brass and stainless steel.

Specifications

•   Typing Angle: 7°
•   Front Height: 19.22mm
•   Unbuilt Weight: 3.4kg
•   Mounting: TOP
•   PCB Options: Soldered / Hot-swap (1.6mm uncut)
•   Layout: WK/WKL
•   Plate: Uncut Aluminum Plate
•   Back Weight:
o   Large Weight: Stainless steel, silver, wave-knurled texture (raw)
o   Lotus Petals: Brass, Gold, fingerprint-resistant oil coating
o   Lotus Leaves: Stainless steel, Silver, raw (unfinished)

Structural Design

To maintain a clean look, we used internal screw fastening (hidden screws) instead of visible mounts. The keyboard features a two-layer construction (technically three due to the stainless steel backplate).

Mounting Style: TOP Mount

While the custom keyboard scene has explored various soft-mounting styles (e.g., gasket), we returned to the classic TOP mount for this build. Why? Because sometimes, sticking to the original, uncompromising feel aligns better with the spirit of customization—OG and unyielding to trends.

Product Showcase

Color options for Top Case & Bottom Case (Anodized & in the same color):

Color Options (8 Total):
•   Anodized (4): Champagne Pink, Silence Silver, Nautical Blue, Silk Red
•   Coating (3): Cream Yellow, Gray-Blue, Seafoam Green
•   Raw: Features visible machining marks, prone to scratches/fingerprints.
     Raw version requires extra care due to its unfinished nature
     —ideal for enthusiasts who appreciate industrial authenticity.

 

What is Included?

Package Includes:
•   Keyboard case (top/bottom/weights, aluminum plate) ×1
•   PCB ×1, magnetic daughterboard ×1
•   3.5mm Poron mid-layer foam ×1
•   0.5mm anti-static bottom foam ×1
•   Plate foam ×2, case foam ×6
•   Non-slip feet ×4
•   Screws

Anodized Champagne Pink

Anodized Silence Silver

Anodized Nautical Blue

Anodized Silk Red

Coating Cream Yellow

Coating Gray-Blue

Coating Seafoam Green

Raw

Real Photos

Cream yellow

RAW

RED

BLUE

SEAFOAM