Plaid Pro 40% Hotswap Ortho Through-Hole Keyboard Kit

Based on the original design by Takuya Urakawa (hsgw) and modified by 42. Keebs to use hotswap sockets, USB-C, and added a FR4 switch plate

The designer declined my offer to receive a portion of the proceeds from every sale. A regular monthly donation to the QMK Foundation of $20 has been set up instead.

Build your very own custom ortho keyboard from scratch!

• Planck-like ortholinear 12×4 layout
• Supports full grid and “MIT” (1x 2u space) layouts (2x 2u layout not supported)
• Uses Kailh MX hotswap sockets (Kailh Choc switches NOT supported)
• Includes a FR4 switch plate
• Supports one optional EC11 rotary encoder in either bottom left or bottom right switch position
  
• Easy to solder, uses only through-hole components (no SMD)
• The only slightly tricky part to solder is the USB-C connector. If you feel a bit unsure, we can solder it for you for a small extra
• Lead-free tinned finish, black solder mask

Documentation in the GitHub repository (TODO: update the build guide)

Kit includes:

• Main PCB
• FR4 switch plate (supports full grid and MIT layouts, but NOT 2x 2u)
• FR4 bottom plate
• 48x Kailh MX hotswap sockets
• Controller flashed with USBaspLoader bootloader
• All other electronic components
• Brass standoffs and screws
• Acrylic cover

Kit does not include:

• 47-48x Cherry MX-compatible switches
• 1x 2u stabiliser (for MIT layout)
• EC11 rotary encoder
• Keycaps

Optional upgrades available:

• 3 mm switch plate foam
• 5 mm case foam