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HyperX 519P1AA#ABA PBT Black Keycap Set - 104 Keys
HyperX 519P1AA#ABA PBT Black Keycap Set - 104 Keys
HyperX 519P1AA#ABA PBT Black Keycap Set - 104 Keys
HyperX 519P1AA#ABA PBT Black Keycap Set - 104 Keys
HyperX 519P1AA#ABA PBT Black Keycap Set - 104 Keys
HyperX 519P1AA#ABA PBT Black Keycap Set - 104 Keys
HyperX

HyperX 519P1AA#ABA PBT Black Keycap Set - 104 Keys

★★★★★4.1 (241 reviews)

Double-shot PBT construction and shine-through font engineering make these 104-key caps a durable, high-visibility upgrade for any MX-compatible mechanical board.

$29.99*
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Overview

The HyperX 519P1AA#ABA is a 104-key double-shot PBT keycap set in black, designed as a direct drop-in replacement for full-size MX-compatible mechanical keyboards. Double-shot manufacturing means the legend is formed by injecting a second color of PBT plastic through a mold cavity — the letter or symbol is never on the surface of the cap, it is part of the cap's structure. Combined with PBT's inherent resistance to oils, solvents, and abrasion, this means the keycaps will not develop the greasy "shine" that afflicts ABS sets after months of use. The thick wall construction also raises the resonant frequency of each cap slightly, contributing to a crisper, less hollow keystroke sound on most boards.

This set is purpose-built for HyperX's mechanical gaming keyboards but covers any full-size keyboard using standard MX-mount switches — a broad compatibility window that includes boards from Corsair, Ducky, Glorious, Keychron, and many others. The signature wide-aperture font is the standout design decision: where narrower legends restrict light to a thin sliver, HyperX's font opens up the legend area to let more of the switch LED shine through, improving RGB visibility without requiring higher LED drive current. The included keycap removal tool is a thoughtful addition, though any standard wire puller accomplishes the same task. Buyers upgrading from ABS stock caps will notice the textural and durability improvements immediately; buyers already on quality PBT may find the gains more incremental.

Key Features

Durable in Different Styles: HyperX PBT keycaps are made with thick walls and are resistant to wear, friction, and solvents. They’re available in different color options to mix and match with various keyboard styles.

Signature HyperX shine-through font: Our bold, wide font allows for more light to shine through, enhancing the visibility and legibility of the individual keys.

Stylish keycap removal tool included: Our keycap removal tool is specially-designed to precisely fit HyperX keycaps.

Compatible with most HyperX mechanical gaming keyboards: The full key set is compatible with HyperX and most mechanical gaming keyboards. They complement the exposed LED design of HyperX mechanical key switches.

Specifications

Keycap Material
PBT
Color
Black
Number of Keys
104
Font Style
Signature HyperX shine-through

Pros & Cons

👍 Pros

  • Double-shot PBT legends are structurally permanent — no fading or shine-through degradation after years of heavy use.
  • Wide shine-through font aperture delivers noticeably brighter, more legible backlighting versus narrow-legend OEM caps.
  • Full 104-key US English set covers every key position on a standard full-size layout with no gaps.
  • PBT material resists solvent and oil transfer, staying textured longer than ABS under daily fingertip contact.
  • Included keycap puller removes caps cleanly without scratching or deforming the surrounding stems.

👎 Cons

  • No sound dampening or O-ring included — bottom-out acoustics depend entirely on the host switch and plate material.
  • Thick PBT walls add marginal height; users sensitive to exact key travel may notice the slightly taller profile versus ultra-thin ABS OEM caps.
  • Color options are limited; the black set does not ship with accent keys or novelty caps for customization layouts.
  • No ISO layout variant — buyers with non-US layouts will find incompatible modifier key shapes.

Frequently Asked Questions

These use a standard MX cross-mount stem socket, compatible with Cherry MX and any MX-clone switches (Gateron, Kailh, Outemu, etc.). They will not fit Alps, Topre, or low-profile switch stems.
Double-shot PBT: two separate plastics are injection-molded together, so the legends are a structural part of the cap, not a surface coating. The legend physically cannot wear off, unlike dye-sub or laser-etched keycaps.
HyperX specifies "thick walls" without publishing an exact figure, but the double-shot PBT construction is meaningfully thicker than the ABS keycaps shipped with most gaming keyboards. Thicker walls reduce flex and muffle the hollow "clack" common on thin ABS sets.
Yes. The wide HyperX shine-through font is specifically engineered to maximize the light aperture on each legend, so both per-key RGB and zone lighting read clearly through the caps. Side-lit boards will show less benefit.
The wire keycap puller included is a standard two-prong design and works with any MX-mount keycap. It is not proprietary to HyperX boards.

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