Gherkin Kit
The Gherkin is a fun-sized keyboard project. With 30 keys, it offers a compact ortho layout that fits all of the alpha keys and a few mods in the base layer.
With a bare PCB, it is also a good kit to practice/learn soldering with. You’ll learn to solder diodes, switches, and a Pro Micro board. The PCB is also compatible with the Elite-C board, which can be bought from other vendors.
Once built, you can flash QMK software and customize your very own layout. I personally enjoy using my Gherkin as a large macropad to have a lot of quick shortcuts to commonly used functions such as volume control and function keys.
For colors reference, see the Google Photos album
What’s included?
- (1) PCB, unassembled
- (1) Pro micro
- (30) diodes
- (1 of each) Top and bottom acrylic plates
- Screw color of your choice with brass standoffs
- Rubber feet
Things you will need:
- 30 switches (MX style)
- Keycaps
- USB cable (specifically, micro USB if using the Pro Micro)
- Soldering tools
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