Pteron36 Split Ergo 30% Keyboard Kit

Designed by Harshit Goel – GitHub repository.

This is the latest version 1.4 which doesn’t support Choc switches.

Build your very own custom split 30% keyboard from scratch!

• Split 10×3 + 4/6/8 (30%-ish) ergo layout
• 3 different possible thumb layouts with 2-4 keys on each side thanks to break-off tabs
• PCB supports Cherry MX-compatible and Alps switches
• Supports one EC11 rotary encoder in each half
• Supports optional OLED screens
• Easy to build – based on Pro Micro controllers (uses SMD diodes though)
• Tinned lead-free finish, black solder mask

Build guide in the GitHub repository

Warning: Does not support Mill Max sockets! The switch holes are too small.

Kit includes:

• 2x main PCB
• 2x acrylic switch plate in a colour of your choice
• 2x acrylic bottom plate (in the same colour – or perhaps a different one? Leave a note if you’re feeling brave 😉 )
• 40x diode (through-hole or SMD)
• 2x TRRS socket
• 1x EC11 rotary encoder
• Standoffs and screws

Other parts required to finish build not included in kit:

• 2x Pro Micro or compatible controllers (Elite-C etc.)
• 34-38x Cherry MX-compatible or Alps switches

Available optional add-ons not included in kit:

• OLED screens
• Aluminium encoder knob
• TRRS cable