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Levels54
The Levels54, a dual-trackball wireless split keyboard sold by ergokeyboards.com, is now fully open source.
Published May 7, 2026
Vincent Franco (aka vinniefranco/timbetimbe) of ergokeyboards.com released the files of his Levels54 – a split 54-key dual-trackball wireless keyboard with VIK connectors and fully integrated MCUs.
I just released all the files for Levels54 (including the PCBs) I hope you enjoy spelunking through them and maybe it'll help you on your keyboard building journey – timbetimbe.
Features
- 54 keys (6x4+3 split)
- MX switches, hotswap
- integrated E73 wireless MCU
- VIK connector for extensibility
- 34 mm Perixx trackballs (PWM3610 sensors)
- 3D-printed case
- ZMK firmware
Resources
- https://github.com/Good-Great-Grand-Wonderful/levels54
- Levels54 product page at ergokeyboards.com
Published on Thu 7th May 2026. Featured in KBD #211.
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