Create your own custom control panel. Instant access to up to 80 customizable keys to trigger shortcuts, send keystrokes and other input functions. Easy to label, backlit keys or use larger keys and key blockers to make your own intuitive interface.
Features
The XK-80 offers an 8 x 10 grid of programmable keys to trigger macros, shortcuts, and applications, select tools or open files or directories. Key blockers can hide unused keys and delineate groups to instantly create a custom control panel.
X-keys Planning PDF
What would you put on an X-keys? Test a few layouts with our editable planning PDF. Edit online or download. Open the PDF, click on any key, and type. Print out the result at 100% for a full-scale footprint. Download the XK-80 Planning Guide here.
Operating System | Use: Any OS via USB HID | Programming: Windows XP through 11, Mac OS 10.14 - Mac OS 13 |
Free Programming Software | Windows: MacroWorks 3.1 |
Free Software Development Kits | Windows (C++, C#, VB.NET) Linux (C++) Android (Java) Raw HID (any language/OS) |
Emulation Modes | HID keyboard, HID mouse, HID game controller, HID multimedia |
Switch Types | Full-travel rubber dome, carbon on gold contacts, guaranteed for over 1 million operations |
Number of Keys | 80 single keys + programming button |
Actuation Force | Approx. 2.5 oz (72g) break-over, approx. 1.5 oz (42g) hold |
Keycaps | 0.625” (16mm) sq.; relegendable with Cherry MX compatible stem |
Key Spacing | 0.75" O.C. |
Optional Keys | 2X1, 1X2, 2X2 |
Backlighting | 1 blue and 1 red addressable LED under each key |
Connector | Wired USB standard “A” plug |
Cord Length | 118” (3m) |
Dimensions | 7.25” x 8.25” x 1.20” (184mm x 209mm x 30mm) |
Weight | 10 oz. (285 g) |
USB Type | USB 1.1 compatible through 3.0 Type-c with adapter |
Power Source | USB port, nominal voltage = 5 VDC |
Current Draw | No backlight: 18 mA, Blue backlight full: 38 mA, Red backlight full: 57 mA, All backlights: 75 mA |
Temperature Range | -20 to 60 C |
Memory Capacity | Approximately 21,000 keystrokes or commands in onboard memory IF Firmware version 7 or higher OR 1,100 keystrokes IF Firmware 6 or lower |
Memory Type | EEPROM, non-volatile memory (X-keys retains memory for over 200 years) |
Environmental Rating | IP 40, typical indoor office environment |
Certifications | FCC class B, CE, RoHS, Declaration of Conformity, WEEE compliant |
Download PDF: XK-80 DD.pdf
Sketchup 3D Model
We offer this Sketchup model as a 3D rendering of the XK-80 for viewing or planning purposes. Dimensions and details of the model, while reasonably accurate, should not be used for critical specifications.
Programs | Real World Applications |
X-keys can control any application on a computer. Here are just a few examples of popular applications controlled by this device. |
X-keys working in studios, labs, and elsewhere. |