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 |
| M4 8mm Torx Screw | 14 | Conrad |
| M4 screw insert, M4 X D6.0 X L5.0 | 14 | https://fr.aliexpress.com/item/4000232925592.html?spm=a2g0s.12269583.0.0.6aef4f282LZO4v |
| 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.
In case you want to add an additional layer of protection to the tent of your choice, you can use the files/tents/plate_protection_layer.stl file to add an additional layer interface between the case and the tent.
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
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- With loligagger holder for nice!nanos - reset switch and power switch
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