The Urchin is a fork of the Sweep split keyboard. It is designed for wireless builds and uses a daughter board like a Puchi-BLE or nice!nano.New features:
Native nice!view display support
Edge design from the Swoop
Kailh Hotswap sockets support
Additional features:
Choc V1 switch compatible (not V2)
Choc spacing
On/Off switch for wireless builds
LeadFree HASL PCB surface finish
The separate solder parts kit includes:
2x Tactile reset switch
2x On/off switch for wireless build34x SMD Dioden
You need:
1x Solder parts kit (choose extra in dropdown)
34x Choc V1 switches34x Choc Hotswap sockets
2x Puchi-BLE or nice!nano2× Lipo battery (301230)
A Urchin case
KeycapsOptional:
2× nice!viewUSB cable (depends on your micro-controller choice) for charging
ZMK Firmware
Build video
Coral 3d printable case
PCB design by KyekPhotos of the completed keyboard are for demonstration purposes only.Please note that this pcb must be assembled (soldering) and does not include mcu, switches or keycaps.
The Forager is a Voyager-inspired 34-key low-profile split keyboard. It is wireless and powered by ZMK firmware.
Pre flashed ZMK firmware with ZMK Studio support
Hot-swap sockets for Choc V1 switches (change switches without soldering)
Choc (18x17mm) spacing for a compact design
Magnetic tenting legs
Case top plate has switch puller grooves
A Seeed XIAO nRF52840 is used as the core of the Forager
RGB led to indicate battery level and BLE connection status
Reset button on the bottom
The ZMK firmware is already flashed and has ZMK Studio support. This allows you to easily change the layout without having to flash a new firmware.You can find the Build-Guide and more information here.
The includes:
Forager PCB (left, right side) fully assembled
Case (3D printed with black PLA)
4x tenting feet (3D printed with black PLA)
Screws (black countersunk M2x4 screws with spare screw)
Rubber feetsTorx T6 screwdriverYou also need:
34x Choc V1 switches
34x Choc V1 keycaps
2x LiPo 1S 3.7V battery (optional with a JST ACH connector)
Krytox GPL 105 (general-purpose lube) is a high performance grease widely used to lubricate mechanical keyboard switches, controller components and joysticks.
1 QTY = 1x 5ml tube 9g (enough for 200-400 switches)
Viscosity: low
Recommended for: switches with lighter spring
Effect: smooth press, the thinner oil will feel snappier as GPL205Elimination of “scratching” sound and other undesirable acoustic properties
Currently there are no stabilisers available for 1.5u and 2u keycaps.
Dimension
SizeWidthHeight
1.25U
20.7mm
16mm
1.5U
25.5mm
16mm
2U
35mm
16mm
0.7U
16mm
11.3mm
1U / 1UH
16mm
16mm
1QTY = 10 switches
Premium Materials Combination for Smoother push feel
High-precision Molds for Minimum Wobble
Optimized Sound performance with Special long Pole
Full Transparent Clear Housing and Stems
Removable Light Column for light through and wide compatibility
2 Thick Metal Pins compatible with Hotswap PCBs
Gold-plated Extended Long Progressive Spring (Bottom Out force)
The latest advanced Lube Method
Gold Contacts for Over 50 million keystrokes with no loss of quality
Technical Data:
Switch Type: MX Mechanical Switch
68g Long Progressive Spring
Longer Pole
3.5±0.2mm Total Travel
2mm Pre-travel
58g Actuation force
68g Bottom Out force
Optimized sound
Top Housing: Polymer Nylon (Transparent)
Bottom Housing: Polymer Nylon (Transparent)
Stem: Modified Nylon (long pole)
Spring: Gold Plated Progressive Spring
Lighting: SMD, THT, Through Hole
Contacts: High-quality gold alloy
Durability: > 50 million actuations
1QTY = 10 switches
Premium Materials Combination for Smoother push feel
High-precision Molds for Minimum Wobble
Optimized Sound performance with Special long Pole
Full Transparent Clear Housing and Stems
Removable Light Column for light through and wide compatibility
2 Thick Metal Pins compatible with Hotswap PCBs
Gold-plated Extended Long Progressive Spring (Bottom Out force)
The latest advanced Lube Method
Gold Contacts for Over 50 million keystrokes with no loss of quality
Technical Data:
Switch Type: MX Mechanical Switch
62g Long Progressive Spring
Longer Pole
3.5±0.2mm Total Travel
2mm Pre-travel
52g Actuation force
62g Bottom Out force
Optimized sound
Top Housing: Polymer Nylon (Transparent)
Bottom Housing: Polymer Nylon (Transparent)
Stem: Modified Nylon (long pole)
Spring: Gold Plated Progressive Spring
Lighting: SMD, THT, Through Hole
Contacts: High-quality gold alloy
Durability: > 50 million actuations
These spacer stickers will help to raise the keycap and prevent it from hitting the switch when you pressed down.
48 Sticker
Thickness: 0.5mm
Material: PET
Self-adhesive
Compatible with MX and Choc V2 switches (not Choc V1)
Dimensions: 18.10mm x 18.10mm (keycaps will not fit, if the pcb has a choc grid spacing, for example the Piantor)
Material: PBT (Black, White, Deep Mocha, Forest Green), ABS (Baby Blue, Purple)
65pcs keycaps
PBT material and doubleshot legends
Compatibility: MX / Choc V1 switches
Dimensions: 18.1 x 18.1 mm (keycaps will not fit, if the pcb has a choc grid spacing, for example the Piantor)
Shine through for RGB light
Homing bars on F and J keys
Spar parts foamr for the 3W6 2040 from Keycapsss. The 3W6 2040 keyboard has a slightly different shape as the original 3W6.
Thickness: 2mm
Material: EPDM
Self-adhesive
Includes: Foam for left and right side
The 0xCB Gemini is our Waveshare RP2040-Zero compatible microcontroller.It includes all the features of it's bigger brother, the 0xCB Helios, in a much smaller form factor.
QuickStartGitHub
Included contents:
1 x 0xCB Gemini
The Gemini comes without header pins, to keep the price low as possible.I highly reccommend to use the "Single Row Sockets" from Mill-Max, the cheaper alternative, or the "Spring-loaded pin headers".You can find the standard pin header here.
Aimed towards ergo and ortho users, this set is versatile and easy to the eye.Uniform DSA profile, top dye sub, and many layouts compatibility (homing keys for Colemak, Dvorak, etc.)Compatible with MX switches.
The low profile keyboard market asked for it, and now they are here!The first, purpose-built from the ground up, silent low profile keyboard switches are finally available!
The new Ambients line of silent choc switches from LowproKB, which will transform your rig into an office-friendly tool, or a late-night warrior's weapon. Designed in partnership with Kailh engineers, the Ambients line of switches will work on any keyboard that is Choc V1 compatible. Yes you read that right, both the keycap interface and the PCB footprint remain unchanged from earlier Choc V1 switches, so your existing keyboard can use these new switches.
WE ARE EXPECTING STOCK TO ARRIVE LATE FEBRUARY 2024 (Sunrise later this year)!
The Ambients are based on the original Kailh Choc V1 switch, but are a completely new design, having all their parts redesigned to accommodate the new components required to quieten the typical switch noise. Silicone bumpers have been strategically placed within the new design to buffer both the down and the up stroke of a keypress, all while not creating a mushy feeling while typing.
Sold in packs of 10 (Quantity 1 = 10 switches).
Twilight: Linear / 35g
Nocturnal: Linear / 20g
Sunrise: Tactile / 40g
1QTY = 10 switches
Premium Materials Combination for Smoother push feel
High-precision Molds for Minimum Wobble
Optimized Sound performance with Special long Pole
Removable Light Column for light through and wide compatibility
2 Thick Metal Pins compatible with Hotswap PCBs
Gold-plated 65g Extended Long Spring (Bottom Out force)
Lubed with he latest advanced Lube Method
Gold Contacts for Over 50 million keystrokes with no loss of quality
Technical Data:
Switch Type: MX Mechanical Tactile Switch
Top Housing: Modified PC and UPE Blend (Translucent)
Bottom Housing: Nylon
Stem: Modified POM (longer pole)
Spring: Gold Plated, Stainless Steel from Japan
Total travel: 3.7±0.2mm
Pre-travel: 2mm
Actuation force: 55g
Bottom Out force: 65g
Lighting: SMD, THT, Through Hole
Contacts: High-quality gold alloy
Lubrication: The latest advanced Lube Method
Durability: > 50million actuations
1QTY = 10 switches
Premium Materials Combination for Smoother push feel
High-precision Molds for Minimum Wobble
Optimized Sound performance with Special long Pole
Removable Light Column for light through and wide compatibility
2 Thick Metal Pins compatible with Hotswap PCBs
Gold-plated 56g Extended Long Spring (Bottom Out force)
Lubed with he latest advanced Lube Method
Gold Contacts for Over 50 million keystrokes with no loss of quality
Optimized Comfortable Sound
Technical Data:
Switch Type: Light Tactile, Burgundy Style MX Brown Switch Alternative
Top Housing: Modified PC and UPE Blend (Translucent)
Bottom Housing: Nylon
Stem: Modified POM (longer pole)
Spring: Gold Plated, Stainless Steel from Japan
Total travel: 4mm
Pre-travel: 2mm
Actuation force: 46g
Bottom Out force: 56g
Lighting: SMD, THT, Through Hole
Contacts: High-quality gold alloy
Lubrication: The latest advanced Lube Method
Durability: > 50million actuations
1QTY = 10 switches with random color mix
Premium Materials Combination for Smoother push feel
Nylon & UPE Blend Housing
P3+ Stem with latest molds
High-precision Molds for Minimum Wobble
Optimized Sound performance with Special long Pole
Removable Light Column for light through and wide compatibility
2 Thick Metal Pins compatible with Hotswap PCBs
Gold-plated 62g Noise Reduction Spring (Bottom Out force)
Factory Pre-Lubed with the latest advanced lubricant application
5 pastel sea glass colors in random mixture around 1:1
Gold Contacts for Over 50 million keystrokes with no loss of quality
Technical Data:
Switch Type: MX Mechanical Linear Switch
Top Housing: Polymer Nylon and UPE Blend (Translucent)
Stem: P3+ (long pole)
Spring: Gold Plated, Stainless Steel from Japan
Total travel: 3.8±0.2mm
Pre-travel: 2mm
Actuation force: 45g
Bottom Out force: 62g
Lighting: SMD, THT, Through Hole
Contacts: High-quality gold alloy
Lubrication: The latest advanced Lube Method
Durability: > 50 million actuation
RP2040 microcontroller
16MB memory (W25Q32)
USB-C
WS2812 RGB LED (GPIO23)
Boot, reset and user button
Power LED, User LED (GPIO25)
Pin VIN is different from the RaspberryPi Pico (VCC on Pico)
Not compatible with Piantor PCB/Kit
Flash firmware:
Connect the board with a USB cable
Press and hold the BOOT button
Press and release RST button
Release BOOT button
A USB mass storage device with the name RPI-RP2 should apprear
Drag and drop you firmware file (UF2)
Support for one rotary encoder on each half (two possible positions)
Per key RGB LED support with SK6812 Mini-E (easier to solder as normal SK6812 Mini)
Switches are hotswappable via MX Hotswap Sockets
MX switches and clones are compatible (3Pin/5Pin) (not Choc)
LeadFree HASL PCB surface finish
Variant includes:
MX Black PCB: 2pcs PCB's (no solder parts)
Parts Kit: 62x SMD Diodes / 2x Tactile reset switch / 2x TRRS jack / 2x sockets for the oled display
You also need:
1x Solder parts kit (choose extra in dropdown)
62x MX Kailh Hot Swap sockets
62x MX switches
2x Pro Micro or Drop-In replacment (Helios, Puchi-BLE, Elite-C, ...)
Case
Keycaps
TRRS cable (4-pole)
Optional: 1-2 rotary encoders
Optional: 1-2 OLED SSD1306 display
Optional: 62x SK6812 Mini-E led's for per key light
Build-Guide (old build guide for Rev1, but it's very similar)Build guide for Rev2 coming soon.
VIAL firmware information (QMK firmware is not done yet)
Pre-compile VIAL firmware hex file for Pro Micro and clones (use QMK Toolbox to flash)
Photos of the completed keyboard are for demonstration purposes only.Please note that this pcb must be assembled (soldering) and does not include mcu, switches or keycaps.
Includes:
2x Top plates gold/black (FR4 material)
2x Bottom plates gold/black (FR4 material)
2x 3mm clear acrylic oled cover
Screws and spacer for MX (brass slotted screw)
Self adhesive rubber feet (clear)
Photos of the completed keyboard are for demonstration purposes only (only case included).