Keyboards

Salicylic_Acid JISplit89

A 89-key DIY keyboard kit built around the JIS layout. It can be split into two halves and supports Bluetooth with optional BLE Micro Pro boards.

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Pros

  • Surface-mount parts are factory-assembled, which simplifies the build
  • Can be used as split halves or as a single unit
  • Optional Bluetooth wireless support
  • Accepts Cherry MX-compatible switches

Cons

  • Switches, keycaps and cables must be bought separately
  • Requires JIS-compatible keycaps for legends to match
  • Wireless use needs extra parts and assembly
  • Not clearly documented as hot-swap; the guide warns about socket damage when reusing switches

Specs

SplitSplit
StaggerRow-staggered
TentingNone
KeywellNo
Thumb clusterNo
Keys89
LayoutsJIS
SwitchesMechanical
Hot-swapYes
FirmwareVIA
DIY kitYes
ConnectivityUSB, Bluetooth
OSwindows, macos, linux
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