Hey guys! Just dropping a quick IC here for the new KiwiKeebs Macro!
EDIT:A few photos of the purple anodised prototype cases here:
https://imgur.com/a/5GqoQQ4Renders
https://forms.gle/79xVBEc19qF4JEyAAWHAT IS IT?This is the newest version of the KiwiKeebs MacroBoard kit, but we’ve made a few changes.
It’s a 6 key hotswap macro board with rotary encoder sporting a solid CNC aluminium case and chunky knob - with USB-C!
THE PCBSoldering a pro micro or USB-C counterpart was fiddly for new users, we designed this new PCB to have all these components integrated.
The only components that require soldering this time around are the 6 hotswap sockets and the rotary encoder which is a
much simpler task for someone new to this hobby. I will also offer an assembly service for a small fee for anyone who isn’t confident.
The board will come pre-flashed with VIAL and be both QMK and VIA compatible so you can start customising right away! Note: QMK and VIA don’t currently support rotary encoders but you can custom compile firmware to change this functionality, this is also why I am pre-flashing and encouraging the use of VIAL to make this easier.
THE CASE & KNOBBoth the case and knob are made from CNC aluminium manufactured and anodised here in the UK. For the moment the plan is to run with:
Black (Anodised)
Purple (Anodised)
E-White
E-White is more difficult for me to get made so it will depend on the IC and MOQ as to if this is possible!
WHAT DO I GET?* 1 x Aluminium Case
* 1 x Aluminium Knob
* 1 x Rotary Encoder
* 6 x Kailh hot swap sockets
* 1 x PCB
* 1 x FR4 Plate
* 1 x KiwiKeebs Sticker
* Screws & fittings
PLEASE NOTE: You will need to source your own 6 x Cherry MX switches, keycaps and USB-C cable.
PRICINGThe full kit will come in cheaper than the V1 at £73 + Shipping providing MOQ is hit!
PLEASE NOTE: If you require a specific carrier for your country because of COVID please message after ordering and I can quote you the extra needed.
SHIPPING TIME?
I tentatively want to ship these in Q3, but Q4 is a more realistic goal!
If you want to check out the V1 macro and the 3D printed kits they are still visible on the site!
https://kiwikeebs.co.uk
