Log

Created by [Ben Wang] • Started on June 15, 2025

A low-profile rendition of the OLKB Planck for portability

Total time spent so far: 21 hrs

July 9 2025

Finished my other projects so I can start work on this one (lol) - Researched parts, form factor, controller, etc. - Decided on Supermini nrf52840 for controller - Made initial PCB (just the keys and the layout)

Time spent: 4 hrs

July 11 2025

  • Finished layout of keys & diodes
  • Connected switch matrix to controller
  • Routed PCB image image

Time spent: 4 hrs

July 13 2025

  • Made ZMK firmware for the board
  • Redid the PCB for 17x17 CFX spacing image

Time spent: 5 hrs

July 15 2025

  • Added mounting holes
  • Made a rudimentary case
  • Spent way too long researching heat-set inserts and batteries

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Time spent: 4 hrs

July 16 2025

  • Rendered
  • Researched & BOM'ed
  • Add a lil' smth to the pcb :)
  • Add a hole for the USB-C port

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Time spent: 3 hrs

July 26 2025

  • Added prod folder
  • Made some way better renders

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Time spent: 1 hr