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dogtag

by takashicompany · ·

16 keys split

MX Pro Micro socket QMK

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An assembled dogtag, from the project's own README.

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DogTag is a compact macro pad with 9 keys. It is assembled from a PCB no larger than 100mm x 100mm. It is reversible and can be used as a split macro pad by connecting two units with a TRRS cable. Other features include a rotary encoder and MX sockets for hot-swapping of keyswitches.

Layouts

Spec

Shape

Body
split, 2 halves
Split link
TRRS cable
Splay
no
Stagger
ortholinear
Key spacing
MX spacing · 19.05 × 19.05 mm

Switches

Switch footprint
MX
Hotswap
Kailh socket, Gateron socket, or solder the switches in

Electronics

Controller
Pro Micro socket
Connectivity
Wireless with a nice!nano v2 — needs a ZMK config
USB port
USB-C or micro-USB, depends on the dev board
Firmware
QMK (takashicompany/dogtag)
Firmware targets
ATmega32U4
Key wiring
2×5 matrix per half, column-to-row diodes
Room for
encoder
Power switch
no
Exposed components
no

Building it

Build method
PCB
Soldering
SMD, hand-solderable (LED)
SMD required
yes

Licensing

Hardware
MIT
Firmware
MIT
Documentation
MIT

Sources