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MY-first hackpad

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MY-first hackpad PCB layout, top view — open source RP2040/RP2350 board by coolguy55d

About the MY-first hackpad PCB

MY-first hackpad is an open source RP2040/RP2350 PCB design by coolguy55d, published on GitHub. It is a 2-layer board measuring 47.6 × 83.3 mm, with 8 components from 3 distinct parts.

Its main chip is the XIAO-RP2040-DIP, from the RP2040/RP2350 family. By type, the board carries 5 switches, 2 diodes and 1 IC.

It belongs with the keyboards designs in this gallery.

From the project

my first ever hackpad where it is a keyboard containing 5 keys for various inputs

hi my name is Tharul and this is my first ever project attempt on creating a macropad ( aka hackpad ) . this project starts off as my first ever hardware project in my life . i picked this as this project seems interesting and easy to do . this project has many features such as : a 5 key layout custom 3d printed case custom pcb and custom code

to build a hackpad similar to my one you would require ; Seeed Studio XIAO RP2040 Microcontroller - 1 MX-Compatible Mechanical switches - 5 Custom Pcb - 1 ( according to the provided pcb cad files ) 3d printed case with the top and bottom cover ( as…

MY-first hackpad, from the project README
From the project README

Main components on the MY-first hackpad

XIAO-RP2040-DIP

MY-first hackpad bill of materials (BOM)

8 components, 3 distinct parts — part numbers from the project's BOM.

QtyPartRefs
1
XIAO-RP2040-DIP
U1
5
SW_Push
SW1, SW2, SW3, SW4, SW5
2
SK6812MINI
D1, D2

MY-first hackpad design files

The KiCad project lives in the coolguy55d/MY-first-hackpad repository on GitHub; these links point at the commit this page was built from.

MY-first hackpad: common questions

What microcontroller does the MY-first hackpad use?

The MY-first hackpad is built around the XIAO-RP2040-DIP, from the RP2040/RP2350 family.

How big is the MY-first hackpad PCB?

The MY-first hackpad measures 47.6 × 83.3 mm, has 2 copper layers and is 1.6 mm thick.

How many components are on the MY-first hackpad?

8 components, from 3 distinct parts, with part numbers taken from the project's own BOM. The full bill of materials is listed on this page.

Where can I download the MY-first hackpad design files?

From the coolguy55d/MY-first-hackpad repository on GitHub, which has the KiCad layout, the schematic and the BOM; the links under Design files point to each one.

Can I use the MY-first hackpad design in my own project?

The repository has no license, so all rights stay with coolguy55d. Use it as a reference, and ask the author before reusing the design.

Can I test firmware for the MY-first hackpad 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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