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- 11 Nov 2014, 16:07
- Forum: Keyboards
- Topic: Replacement Foam Mat for IBM Model F Keyboards?
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I actually discarded the A3 print because it was a 0.1mm regular paper. However the template fits for the most part on an A3 print no problem. If you print it centered all barrel holes will show up. You will only lose about 1~2cms on the Right and Left margins (see image below) but since no holes ar...
- 10 Nov 2014, 15:13
- Forum: Keyboards
- Topic: Replacement Foam Mat for IBM Model F Keyboards?
- Replies: 158
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I simply stapled the template print onto the foam 2cms above to the cutting margins. 4 Staples on Top and Bottom longitudinally and evenly distributed and 2 staples on each Right and Left side. That was enough to keep it fixed without the need to use any glue or tape. Rather than the fixing method t...
- 09 Nov 2014, 10:28
- Forum: Keyboards
- Topic: Replacement Foam Mat for IBM Model F Keyboards?
- Replies: 158
- Views: 72299
Thanks to Wcass who was kind enough to share the Keyboard template for the IBM Model F AT keyboard I could finally restore mine after few failed attempts of replicating the template in my own by spraying black paint over the old putrid original keyboard foam sheet. The Spay over foam try never worke...