Allium58
The Allium58 is an open source 6*4+4keys column-staggered split keyboard. It is based on Lily58 Pro created by kata0510. The Allium58 shares the same layout as the Lily58 Pro and also supports using the original Lily58 Pro firmware. However, several changes have been made to the board:
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Enhanced Wireless Capability: The Allium58 is designed to be more suitable for wireless builds. It provides native support for utilizing power-saving nice!view or other memory-in-pixel displays. This allows for efficient power management and extended battery life.
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Improved Battery Management: To enhance battery management, power switches and JST battery sockets have been added to the Allium58. These additions make it easier to control power supply and facilitate seamless battery replacement.
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GLP (Gateron Low Profile) Socket Compatibility: A variant of Allium58 that works with Gateron Low Profile sockets. This allows for the use of Gateron KS-27/KS-33 low-profile key switches.
Status
| Variant | Status |
|---|---|
| GLP (Gateron Low Profile) | Ready |
| MX & Choc | WIP |
Photos
Bill of Materials (BOM)
Required
| Name | Count | Remarks | |
|---|---|---|---|
| PCB | 1 set | ||
| Top plate | 2 sheets | 1.2mm thick | |
| Bottom plate / 3D printed case | 1 set | ||
| OLED cover | 2 | ||
| Pro Micro (compatible with Sea Picro RP2040) / nice!nano or equivalent | 2 | ||
| Reset switch | 2 | ||
| Diodes | 58 | SMD Only (SOD-123 Package) | |
| Hotswap Sockets | 58 | [GLP variant] Gateron Low Profile Hotswap Sockets | |
| Key switches | 58 | [GLP variant] Gateron KS-33 / KS-27 | |
| Keycaps | 58 pieces | 1u 56 pcs, 1.5u 2 pcs GLP Keycaps Comparison | |
| Female Threaded Brass Spacer M2 5mm | 10 pieces | For Case assembly | |
| Female Threaded Brass Spacer M2 9mm (or 14mm with MCU sockets) | 4 pieces | For OLED cover | |
| GP823 Screw M2 4mm | 28 screws | ||
| [Wired build] TRRS (4 poles) cable | 1 | ||
| [Wired build] TRRS jack | 2 | ||
| [Wired build] Micro USB or USB-C cable | 1 | Avoid charge-only cables | |
| [Wireless build] JST battery socket | 2 | ||
| [Wireless build] Battery with JST connector | 2 |
Optional
| Name | Count | Remarks | |
|---|---|---|---|
| OLED module / nice!view display | 2 | ||
| Microcontroller/OLED Sockets & Pins | 1 set |
Case
- Top Plate & Low Profile Bottom Case: https://www.printables.com/model/657755-low-profile-case-for-allium58-glp
Firmware
- Wired: QMK - compatible with
lily58/rev1 - Wired: Vial (based on QMK) - supported
- Wireless: ZMK - supported
Ordering Parts
- Wired: https://shop.beekeeb.com/product/allium58-glp-wired-kit/
- Wireless: https://shop.beekeeb.com/product/allium58-glp-wireless-kit/
External Libraries
More Information
- A great doc about Gateron Low Profile switches writen by Rafael Yumagulov
- Keycaps for Gateron Low Profile Key Switches
Credits
This open source hardware project is created by beekeeb and other contributors. It is based on Lily58 Pro created by kata0510.
