Span keyboard Span is a split with trackpoint support by Idan of holykeebs – in the footsteps of the GergoPlex.
KBD.news Published October 26, 2023
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Span is an open-source, 3x5 column staggered, low profile split keyboard with 2u, 1.5u and 1u thumb clusters. Designed by Idan of Holykeebs , it supports his trackball and trackpoint modules.
The pcbs aren't reversible at the moment: I prefer the cleaner look of the top side and generally think it's easier to deal with. A reversible version may be added in the future – Idan.
The keyboard layout is derived from GergoPlex, a keyboard that was originally available on gboards.ca (has since closed).
Features
36 keys (3x5+3)
18x17 mm Choc spacing
Hybrid hotswap / direct soldering for switches.
Optional 2u Choc stabilizer
OLED support
Trackpoint/trackball support
Resources
Published on Thu 26th Oct 2023. Featured in KBD #141 (source ).
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