modded version
- does not require screws. I used superglue instead. The screws and inserts are difficult to source without resorting to overseas online shopping with lengthy shipping times.
- you will still require the bottom plate, as the flattened regions of the prior screw mounts are not structurally stable (even with bumpons) when pressing the medial top row buttons.
- modified the pro micro holder to be compatible with the KB2040 (Adafruit).
- see the STL files. Also uploaded the modified blender files for reference. Successfully printed the files at JLCPCB with SLS (3201PA-F) and built a working keyboard.
A Dactyl Manuform Mini. Silent and compact, with per-key RGB.
You will need to order the parts from a shop, and order some PCBs directly from the manufacturer.
Parts list:
| Part name | Amount | Link |
|---|---|---|
| Flexible PCB for the plate | 2 | https://github.com/Bastardkb/TBK-Mini-PCB-plate |
| Flexible PCB for the thumbs | 2 | https://github.com/Bastardkb/TBK-Mini-PCB-thumb-cluster |
| Elite-C | 2 | |
| Elite-C adapter PCB V1.4 | 2 | https://github.com/Bastardkb/Elite-C-holder |
| SOD123 Diodes | 42 | |
| Ribbon cables Flexstrip | 34 | Farnell, Aliexpress |
| Audio jack, SMD | 2 | |
| Button, 4x4x1.5 | 2 | https://www.aliexpress.com/item/1005001304569553.html?spm=a2g0s.9042311.0.0.27424c4dDwgcp7 |
If you want RGB, you will also need:
| Part name | Amount | Format |
|---|---|---|
| SK6812 Mini-E LEDs | 42 | |
| Capacitor, 1uF | 4 | 1206 |
| Resistor, 330Ohms | 4 | 1206 |
| Wires | 28 AWG recommended, Black, Red, Color | |
| Ribbon cables Flexstrip | 6 |
The STL, STEP and Fusion files are included in this Github. Feel free to modify them at length. The files are on a non-commercial license, so this is for personal projects only - please do not use those to sell them.
Please find detailed instructions on how to print the case here: https://docs.bastardkb.com/hc/en-us/articles/360020031180-Print-settings-for-Dactyls
There are also multiple tents types available, in the files/tents folder. The recommended one (easiest to print and strongest) is the alien one.
You can also get a full Kit, including case and all PCBs and electronics required on the shop: https://bastardkb.com/
If you want to print the case yourself, you can also get just the electronics Kit.
Please find detailed build instructions here: https://docs.bastardkb.com/hc/en-us/articles/4415744748306-Kit-contents-and-required-tools
- Discord: https://bastardkb.com/discord
- Website: https://bastardkb.com/
- Docs: https://docs.bastardkb.com
- With loligagger holder for nice!nanos - reset switch and power switch
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