The Kiwi Board is a 42-key split keyboard designed for stenographic input. It features a 3×6 column-staggered layout with 3 thumb keys per side.
The design is based on the Polyglot keyboard and includes an integrated RP2040 microcontroller.
This project started after I discovered steno and wanted to build a keyboard tailored for learning and experimenting with chorded input.
- Layout: Split, 3×6 + 3 thumb keys per side
- Total keys: 42
- Switches: MX
- Microcontroller: RP2040 (integrated)
- Firmware: RMK — A feature-rich Rust keyboard firmware
- Intended use: Compatible with steno software (e.g. Plover)
| Item | Price | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| PCB | $83.78 | Ordered from JLCPCB |
| Keycaps | $9.90 | AliExpress link |
| Rubber Feet | $3.84 | AliExpress link |
| Switches | $32.72 | Deltakey Co. |
| diodes | i own them | |
| hotswap sockets | i have them | |
| Total | $130.24 |
The Kiwi Board uses RMK, A feature-rich Rust keyboard firmware!