17.99 GBP
Clavier Cherry KC-1000 USB
Elevate your typing experience with the Cherry KC-1000, a sleek and durable USB keyboard featuring an AZERTY layout for French users. Its chic black design offers reliable performance in both office and home settings
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Cherry KC‑1000 USB Keyboard – The Ultimate French AZERTY Companion
The Cherry KC‑1000 is a meticulously engineered, full‑size wired keyboard that delivers an exceptional typing experience for users who rely on the French AZERTY layout. Designed with a sleek, flat profile and built to endure heavy use, this keyboard combines Cherry’s renowned quality with modern connectivity and ergonomic considerations.
Key Features at a Glance
- Connectivity: Plug‑and‑Play USB interface – no drivers required on Windows, macOS or Linux.
- Layout: French AZERTY with a dedicated numeric keypad and four multimedia hot keys.
- Build Quality: Standard form factor, 530 g weight, robust chassis for long‑term reliability.
- Power Consumption: Only 50 mA – ideal for laptops, desktops or mobile workstations.
- Durability: Each key rated for 10 million keystrokes; overall lifespan designed for demanding office and server environments.
- Compliance: Certified under c‑tick, UL, CE, FCC, BSMI, TÜV/GS – ensuring safety and electromagnetic compatibility worldwide.
Design & Aesthetics
The KC‑1000 sports a minimalist black finish that blends seamlessly into any professional setting. Its flat, straight design (standard form factor) offers a comfortable typing angle without the bulk of older mechanical keyboards. The monochrome surface provides a clean look while maintaining durability against dust and fingerprints.
Dimensions & Physical Specs
The keyboard measures 458 mm × 170 mm × 20 mm, providing ample key spacing for precise input. A generous 1.8‑meter USB cable ensures flexibility in positioning, whether mounted on a desk or connected to a laptop in a cramped workspace.
Typing Experience
The Cherry KC‑1000 is engineered for quiet operation. Each keypress produces a subtle, almost whisper‑quiet click that reduces ambient noise—perfect for shared offices or home environments where concentration matters. Despite its silent nature, the keys maintain tactile feedback and consistent travel distance, ensuring accurate typing even during extended sessions.
Key Count & Layout
The keyboard features 109 keys, including:
- A full alphanumeric section with French AZERTY layout.
- An integrated numeric keypad for quick data entry.
- Four dedicated multimedia hot keys (volume, play/pause, mute, etc.).
- Standard Windows key and other system shortcuts for seamless integration.
Connectivity & Power
The KC‑1000 draws power exclusively from the USB port, consuming only 50 mA. This low power draw means it can be used with laptops without draining battery life significantly. The plug‑and‑play design eliminates configuration hassles—simply connect to a USB port and start typing.
Compliance & Certifications
Manufactured under stringent safety standards, the keyboard holds certifications from:
- c‑tick (European safety standard)
- UL (Underwriters Laboratories)
- CE (Conformité Européenne)
- FCC (Federal Communications Commission)
- BSMI (Bureau of Standards, Metrology and Inspection – Taiwan)
- TÜV/GS (German Technical Inspection Association)
Operating Conditions
The device is rated for operation between 0 °C and 50 °C, with a storage temperature range of -20 °C to 65 °C. These specifications make it suitable for both office environments and more demanding server rooms.
User Manual & Support
A comprehensive user manual accompanies the keyboard, providing setup instructions, key mapping details, and troubleshooting tips. The manual is available in French, ensuring clarity for native users.
Ideal Use Cases
- Office Work: Quiet typing, reliable performance, and a classic look fit seamlessly into corporate setups.
- Home Office: The flat design reduces desk clutter while the silent keys keep noise to a minimum.
Conclusion
The Cherry KC‑1000 USB Keyboard stands out as a premium choice for French AZERTY users who demand reliability, quiet operation, and a sleek aesthetic. Its robust construction, low power consumption, and comprehensive compliance certifications ensure that it will serve professionals across diverse environments for years to come.
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| Tags | CHERRY KC Yellow Label French Black |
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| Brand | Cherry Cherry is a brand that produces a range of electronic cigarettes and vaping products. The company is based in the United States and was founded in 2014. Cherry is known for its high-quality products and its commitment to providing a safe and enjoyable vaping experience for its customers. |
| MPN | Cherry JK-0800FR-2 |
| ID | 20586199 |
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Keyboard dimensions The overall size of a keyboard expressed as length × width × height, typically in centimeters or inches. This attribute indicates the physical footprint of the keyboard and helps customers determine whether it will fit into a desired space, shipping container, or storage area.
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458x170 |
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Keyboard form factor Represents the physical layout or size classification of a keyboard, such as full‑size, mini, tenkeyless (TKL), or other common form factors used in computer input devices.
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Standard |
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Keyboard language The natural language that the keyboard layout is designed for, indicating which regional or linguistic variant of key labels and input methods are available on the device.
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French |
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Keyboard layout The arrangement of keys on a keyboard, indicating the language or region it supports (e.g., QWERTY, UK QWERTZ, AZERTY). This attribute helps users identify which typing layout is available for the device.
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AZERTY |
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Keyboard style A concise description of the physical shape or layout style of a keyboard, such as "Straight", "Curved" or "Numeric". It indicates whether the keys are arranged in a flat, angled, or numeric‑only configuration and helps users identify the typing experience and ergonomics of the device.
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Straight |
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Number of hot keys The total count of dedicated hot‑key buttons available on a keyboard or input device. These are programmable keys that perform specific functions such as launching applications, controlling media playback, or executing system commands. The value is an integer representing how many separate hot‑keys the device offers.
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4 |
| Products per master (outer) case | 6 pc(s) |


