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2 layers45 × 58 mmHackPad - HighWay - HackClub, the printed circuit board in 3D

HackPad - HighWay - HackClub

AsleshSura/HackPad

Schematics and .step file to a Simple MacroPad I built in a weekend

Size
45 × 58 mm
Copper layers
2
Thickness
1.6 mm
Parts
6
Nets
16
Pads
51
Tracks, vias
62, 2
Routed
Yes
KiCad
KiCad 9.0 (file 20241229)
Created
17 Jun 2025
Updated
7 Jul 2025

Overview

HackPad - HighWay - HackClub is an open-source printed circuit board by AsleshSura, from the AsleshSura/HackPad repository on GitHub. It is a 2-layer board of 45 × 58 mm with 6 parts on 16 nets, routed with 62 tracks and 2 vias.

It is built around the SK6812MINI-E. Its parts include 3 switches, 2 diodes and 1 IC. It belongs with the keyboards and input boards and the RP2040 boards of this library.

Main components

1

README

README.md

Hackpad

A fully custom DIY macropad, designed from the PCB up. This repository contains the finalized blueprints, design files, and firmware for a 3-key programmable macropad built using the XIAO RP2040 microcontroller and KMK firmware.


📁 Repository Contents

  • pcb/ – KiCAD project files including schematic, layout, and 3D models
  • case/ – Fusion 360 design files for the case (STEP & F3D format)
  • firmware/ – main.py and KMK setup for the macropad
  • resources/ – Reference images, dimension drawings, and DXF cutouts
  • README.md – You are here.

✅ Features

  • 3 hot-swappable mechanical keys
  • RGB underglow (SK6812 Mini)
  • USB-C via XIAO RP2040
  • Fully customizable KMK firmware
  • OpenSCAD/Fusion-compatible 3D case

🔩 Bill of Materials (BOM)

QtyComponentPart Number / Notes
1XIAO RP2040Seeed Studio SKU 102010428
3Mechanical Key SwitchesCherry MX / Gateron / Kailh / your choice
3KeycapsMX-compatible
31N4148 Diodes (if needed)For switch matrix (optional)
2SK6812 MINI RGB LEDs3535 RGB, WS2812-compatible
1Custom PCBGenerated via KiCAD
1Case (Top & Bottom)3D Printed or CNC machined
4M2 Screws & StandoffsFor case mounting
1USB-C CableFor power and data

⚙️ Flashing Firmware

  1. Hold BOOT and press RESET on XIAO to enter UF2 mode.
  2. Copy CircuitPython UF2 to the board.
  3. Copy KMK/, boot.py, and main.py to the board.
  4. Macropad is ready to use!

IMAGES!!!

Schematic

Schematic

PCB

PCB Design

PCB Design

PCB Top

PCB Top

PCB Bottom

PCB Bottom

Case

Top Layer

Top Layer

Base

Base

Case Top

Case Top

Case Side

Case Side


The End!

Parts

6
QtyValueFootprintReferences
3SW_Push_45degButton_Switch_Keyboard:SW_Cherry_MX_1.00u_PCBSW1, SW2, SW3
2SK6812MINILED_SMD:LED_SK6812MINI_PLCC4_3.5x3.5mm_P1.75mmD1, D2
1XIAO-RP2040-DIPOPL:XIAO-RP2040-DIPU1

Questions

How big is the HackPad - HighWay - HackClub PCB?

It measures 45 × 58 mm and has 2 copper layers, 1.6 mm thick.

What parts does the HackPad - HighWay - HackClub use?

6 parts, built around the SK6812MINI-E. The full list of its parts is on this page, with links to each part's symbol and footprint where PCBKit's library has them.

Where can I download the HackPad - HighWay - HackClub KiCad files?

From the AsleshSura/HackPad repository on GitHub, at the commit this page was made from: the board is PCB/HackPad - HighWay - HackClub.kicad_pcb and its schematic PCB/HackPad - HighWay - HackClub.kicad_sch. PCBKit opens the board in the browser, with nothing to install.

Can I use the HackPad - HighWay - HackClub design in my own project?

Its repository states no licence, so its author keeps all rights: ask AsleshSura before reusing the design.

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