Keyboards

azhizhinov EL-CANTOR-HS

An open-source DIY 44-key diodeless split keyboard based on the Cantor, using Choc v1 switches with optional hotswap sockets and Blackpill controllers running QMK.

Key specs auto-matched against source pages · Last verified: 2026-10-18

azhizhinov EL-CANTOR-HS
Image: © azhizhinov (Manufacturer image)
Key layout
Image: QMK Firmware (Generated from QMK data (GPL-2.0))
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Pros

  • Same PCB for both halves and no diodes, keeping the build simple
  • Supports Choc v1 hotswap sockets
  • Stronger column stagger than the Corne
  • Firmware is included in the QMK tree

Cons

  • No assembled product for sale; you have to build it yourself
  • The author describes it as a work in progress
  • Has no build guide of its own; you have to follow the Cantor guide

Specs

SplitSplit
StaggerColumnar
TentingNone
KeywellNo
Thumb clusterYes
Keys44
LayoutsCustom
SwitchesLow-profile
Hot-swapYes
FirmwareQMK
DIY kitYes
ConnectivityUSB
OSwindows, macos, linux
Released—
Sources
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