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Haili58
The Haili58 is an nrf52840 based 58-key wireless split keyboard by Juho T.
Published June 12, 2026
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Juho T. (aka Squalius-cephalus), designer of the popular Silakka54, shared his Haili58 – wireless, supports MX and Gateron low-profile switches, designed to be used with a USB dongle.
It’s like silakka54, but better! […] The main improvements include the removal of the TRRS connection, which significantly reduces the risk of accidentally damaging the MCU. Support for low-profile switches has also been added, whereas the silakka54 only supports MX switches – Squalius-cephalus.
Features
- 58 keys (6x4+4-ish split)
- MX/GLP(KS-33) switches, hotswap
- nrf52840 Pro Micro controller
- reversible PCB
- EC11 rotary encoders
- 3D-printed case
- ZMK firmware
Resources
Published on Fri 12th Jun 2026. Featured in KBD #213 (source).
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