Keyboards

kjeller Orbiter

A symmetrical 52-key split keyboard, published as an open-source KiCad project by kjeller.

Some specs could not be matched to a source · Last verified: 2026-10-18

Key layout
Image: QMK Firmware (Generated from QMK data (GPL-2.0))
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Where to buy

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Pros

  • Symmetrical 52-key split layout
  • Design files are open under the MIT license

Cons

  • v1.00 has issues needing manual patching (reversed BOOT0 logic, missing USB-C CC pull-down resistors)
  • Not a finished product; it is a DIY project

Specs

SplitSplit
StaggerRow-staggered
TentingNone
KeywellNo
Thumb clusterNo
Keys52
LayoutsCustom
SwitchesMechanical
Hot-swapNo
FirmwareProprietary
DIY kitYes
ConnectivityUSB
OSwindows, macos, linux
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Sources
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