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Wilson26

A 26-key semi-handwired split with lots of magnets: Wilson26 by Stephan Møller.

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Published January 20, 2025
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Stephan Møller (aka rollercole) shared his Wilson26, a 26-key semi-handwired split keyboard using 1u PCBs and driven by Seeed Xiao controllers.

I just finished my first custom board ever and it was also the first time I tried hand wiring, so bare with me :) I always felt most boards give me a crippled hand because I have a short thumb. I also reduced the activity on the pinky by only having a single key there – Stephan.

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The keyboard uses a couple of magnets to hold the case together as well as making the halves stick to the desk as the author has a metal plate under his desk mat.

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Features

  • 26 keys (single thumb key on each side)
  • MX, hotswap (via 1u PCBs)
  • Seeed XIAO RP2040 controller
  • 3D-printed case

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Published on Mon 20th Jan 2025. Featured in KBD #184 (source).


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