The Phaethon PCB Kit is a wireless rendition of the Lumberjack keyboard offering a split 5x12 layout with Bluetooth 5.2 and solar charging capabilities. Its ultra-low energy design extends battery life dramatically. Initial plans halting at prototype due to complexity and chip shortages.
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Feedback Highlights
Positive (6)
"Expressed excitement about the project."
"Praised the idea and hopes it comes to fruition."
"Commented on the neatness of the design."
"Complimented the design and encouraged the creator."
"Praised the project as fantastic and innovative."
"Expressed enthusiasm for using solar power in the project."
Suggestions (1)
Suggested exploring resources for solar panel ideas and tips.
Questions (3)
Inquired about the wireless receiver storage on the board.
Asked about the component near the resistors.
Questioned the presence of a supercapacitor.
Duckeebs Analysis
The thread contains a total of 9 comments with a clear positive sentiment. No negative comments were found, and engagement suggests strong community interest.
Project Specs
- Name
- Phaethon PCB Kit
- Layout Standard
- 5x12 (split Preonic)
- Layout Size
- 60%
- Connection
- Wireless USB, Bluetooth 5.2
- Battery capacity
- Approx. 1 year without light
- Switch Options
- Cherry MX, Cherry low profile, TTC low profile
- Supported stabilizer
- Cherry PCB Screw-in, Costar Plate mount
- Release year
- 2022
- Mount Style
- Tray mount
- Sound Dampening
- -
- QMK Support
- ZMK
- Dimensions
- -
- Weight
- -