[GB] ZT60 – 60% Ortholinear Keyboard | Pre-orders Now Open!
I’m excited to announce that pre-orders are now open for the
ZT60, a 60% ortholinear keyboard I’ve been working on for quite some time. This design began with an
Interest Check posted here on Geekhack. This is my second group buy after the Zplit, and I appreciate all the support and interest so far!
Pre-order here: flxlb.caAbout the ZT60The
ZT60 is a premium 60% ortholinear keyboard featuring a clean, grid-style layout for ergonomic typing and finger symmetry. It supports most standard keycap sets and offers flexible layout customization.
Specs• Typing angle: 7.5°
• Front height: 16.5 mm
• EKH (Effective Key Height): 25 mm
• Dimensions: 355 mm x 120 mm
• Weight: ~1.5 kg assembled
• Mounting: Silicone gasket (PCB mount)
• Plate options: FR4, PC, POM, Aluminum, Brass
• PCB options: Hotswap or solderable
Kit Includes• Aluminum top and bottom case
• Copper weight
• PCB (hotswap or solder)
• USB-C daughterboard + cable
• Plate
• Silicone gaskets
• Silicone dampers
• Screws
• Adhesive feet
Color Options• Top Case: E-White, Black Anodized (more colors possible based on demand)
• Bottom Case: Silver
• Weight: Copper
Group Buy Timeline• Start Date: May 13, 2025
• End Date: June 15, 2025
• Estimated Fulfillment: Q3-4 2025
Pricing• Starts at: $350 USD
Vendor Infoflxlb.ca *I am the sole organizer and vendor and submitted to the MK Trust System.
LayoutsSolder:
Hotswap:
*2u shift key required for full compatibility
A Message from the Designer
I discovered the mechanical keyboard community in 2018, just before finishing high school, and was instantly drawn in by its creativity and depth. One of the first boards that really caught my eye was the Zlant—a uniquely shaped, staggered 4x12 layout with a striking parallelogram profile. Around the same time, I was also drawn to the Atomic, which created an aesthetic juxtaposition on the ortholinear grid layout with its 2U shift, backspace, and enter keys.
Soon after, I built my first keyboard: the Nyquist by keeb.io, a 5x12 split ortholinear board. That experience inspired me to go deeper. I designed and built my first custom keyboard—a split ergonomic board—using handwiring and 3D printing. I eventually ran a group buy for the Zplit, a 4x12 symmetrical split ortholinear keyboard that paid homage to the Zlant while emphasizing ergonomics and symmetry.
The ZT60 has been a long time in the making. I began prototyping it near the start of the COVID-19 pandemic and have been refining it over the years, while finishing my engineering degree. This keyboard brings together the design language that first inspired me, with the refined, meticulous details I’ve adapted from some of the most iconic keyboard releases over the years.
Whether you're a seasoned ortho user or just curious about alternative layouts, I hope the ZT60 offers both the beauty and functionality you're looking for. Thank you for supporting this project and for being part of such a thoughtful and creative community.
~ Jason | creator of the ZT60 and flxlb
Photos
Community / SupportJoin our Discord:
https://discord.com/invite/Ws54hSevf3 Instagram:
https://instagram.com/flxlb Thanks for checking out the ZT60! Let me know if you have any questions — I’ll be posting regular updates here throughout the GB period and leading up to fulfillment.
Updates2025-06-16: GB ended, manufacturing started
2025-09-11: Case parts and PCBs received, waiting on plates. ETA October-November
