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Macro pad for discord

ata-crtl·macro-pad-for-discord·pcb/kicad.pro file.kicad_pcb

Macro pad for discord PCB layout, top view — open source RP2040/RP2350 board by ata-crtl

About the Macro pad for discord PCB

Macro pad for discord is an open source RP2040/RP2350 PCB design by ata-crtl, published on GitHub. It is a 2-layer board measuring 82 × 61.4 mm, with 9 components from 5 distinct parts.

Its main chip is the XIAO-RP2040-DIP, from the RP2040/RP2350 family. Other key parts include the OLED_0.91_128x32. By type, the board carries 5 switches, 2 ICs and 2 diodes.

It belongs with the keyboards and displays & leds designs in this gallery.

From the project

A customdesigned discordmacro keyboard with complete PCB design. Features include ,discord shortcut keys for quick messaging and commands during gameplay or streaming.

A customdesigned discordmacro keyboard with complete PCB design. Features include ,discord shortcut keys for quick messaging and commands during gameplay or streaming.

I created this discord macro keyboard to streamline my discord experience during gaming sessions and streaming. Having dedicated physical buttons for common discord commands removes the need to alt-tab or memorize keyboard shortcuts allowing me to stay focu#

Macro pad for discord, from the project README
From the project README

Main components on the Macro pad for discord

XIAO-RP2040-DIPOLED_0.91_128x32

Macro pad for discord bill of materials (BOM)

9 components, 5 distinct parts.

QtyPartRefs
1
XIAO-RP2040-DIP
U1
1
OLED_0.91_128x32
U2
4
SW_Push
SW1, SW2, SW3, SW4
1
RotaryEncoder
SW5
2
SK6812MINI-E
D1, D2

Macro pad for discord design files

The KiCad project lives in the ata-crtl/macro-pad-for-discord repository on GitHub; these links point at the commit this page was built from.

Macro pad for discord: common questions

What microcontroller does the Macro pad for discord use?

The Macro pad for discord is built around the XIAO-RP2040-DIP, from the RP2040/RP2350 family.

How big is the Macro pad for discord PCB?

The Macro pad for discord measures 82 × 61.4 mm, has 2 copper layers and is 1.6 mm thick.

How many components are on the Macro pad for discord?

9 components, from 5 distinct parts. The full bill of materials is listed on this page.

Where can I download the Macro pad for discord design files?

From the ata-crtl/macro-pad-for-discord repository on GitHub, which has the KiCad layout and the schematic; the links under Design files point to each one.

Can I use the Macro pad for discord design in my own project?

The repository has no license, so all rights stay with ata-crtl. Use it as a reference, and ask the author before reusing the design.

Can I test firmware for the Macro pad for discord without the hardware?

Yes. HardLabs builds a simulation of the board from its netlist and BOM, so you can run and debug RP2040/RP2350 firmware against it before you order a PCB.

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