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Wilson26
A 26-key semi-handwired split with lots of magnets: Wilson26 by Stephan Møller.
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.
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.
Features
- 26 keys (single thumb key on each side)
- MX, hotswap (via 1u PCBs)
- Seeed XIAO RP2040 controller
- 3D-printed case
Resources
Published on Mon 20th Jan 2025. Featured in KBD #184 (source).
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