That looks kinda scuffed but really cool at the same time :D Nice job!
ErgoMechKeyboards
Ergonomic, split and other weird keyboards
Rules
Keep it ergo
Posts must be of/about keyboards that have a clear delineation between the left and right halves of the keyboard, column stagger, or both. This includes one-handed (one half doesn't exist, what clearer delineation is that!?)
i.e. no regular non-split¹ row-stagger and no non-split¹ ortholinear²
¹ split meaning a separation of the halves, whether fixed in place or entirely separate, both are fine.
² ortholinear meaning keys layed out in a grid
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Some useful links
- EMK wiki
- Split keyboard compare tool
- Compare keycap profiles Looking for another set of keycaps - check this site to compare the different keycap profiles https://www.keycaps.info/
- Keymap database A database with all kinds of keymap layouts - some of them fits ergo keyboards - get inspired https://keymapdb.com/
I want to call it cyberpunk chic.. like shabby chic but for DIY electronics.
That's a good name 😂
Nice! I'm pretty sure I want to go for a Skeletyl as my next board. Where did you get the 3D model from? Do you have any other tips for me to get started?
Got the model directly from the creator‘s github at https://github.com/Bastardkb/Skeletyl Had a friend print it for me. It was quite laborious to get all the support material out, I think my friend ignored the recommended print settings 😂 Other than that, it was pretty easy. Do you have any specific question?
Ok, I'm quite intrigued. Could you share more details how you integrated the scroll wheel? Electronics, wiring, QMK, etc. Or is it just as simple as integrating a rotary encoder?
Yep, the scrollwheel works exactly like a rotary encoder and can be used like one in qmk (see linked config).
I first tried the setup by wiring the wheel to the original mouse pcb and after confirming that I like the setup I set it up in QMK, which was very easy, but I had to unsolder two resistors for the leds on the pro micro to get two additional pins that I had to secure with hot glue. The Frood has more pins, so after moving to them it is easier.
Oh wow!
To me this doesn’t look shitty, it looks like you know what you are doing, and that’s cool!