Inspired by the reviung series, designed specifically for Kailh pg1353 (choc-v2) switches.
(Compatible with choc-v1 switches for those that prefer an mx-spaced reviung41)
This is as low as MX gets.
Firmware: The pinout is the same as the original reviung41, so the existing Reviung41 firmware (QMK or ZMK) works for this device.
[ Build Guide ] (work-in-progress)
[ Stabilizer Installation ]
I have not yet provided guidance on how to mod the bar from its stock-state to work with choc-v2 switches.
The offset/bent portion of the bar needs to be nearly flat.
- 1N4148 Smd diodes, SOD-123 / SOD-80 / miniMelf package (41)
- Pg1350 switches (41)
- 2u costar stabilizer
- Pro micro (or equivalent)
- Battery
- Batt power switch (Alps SSSS811101)
Initial version notes:
Design:
- Diodes can be mounted under switches, or onto back of PCB
- Switchplate can be soldered to PCB or clipped to switches (depending on desired keycap clearance)
- Use of the switchplate prevents opening of switches while soldered
Notes for future iterations:
- pcb: arrows for stabilizer orientation?
- switch cutout dimension (differs per application):
- 13.95mm square for v2's that are expected to clip into the plate.
- 13.8mm square for integrated-plate usage, as well as choc v1 usage. <- More likely scenario
- 2u cutout: Make 1mm wider
- PCB-connection points should be through-hole. (eliminate possibility of lifting the pad | stronger connection of pcb-to-switchplate)
- Thickness (differs per application)
- 1.6mm when v2-switch clip-in (this option has poor cap compatibility, but looks stellar when applicable)
- 1.2mm when solder-to-PCB (provides maximum cap compatibility. 1.6mm works, but is awfully close)
- Experiment with 18.5mm spacing.