

CHore
hummingbird-like keyboard
- Size
- 214.8 × 117.2 mm
- Copper layers
- 2
- Thickness
- 1.6 mm
- Parts
- 76
- Nets
- 58
- Pads
- 336
- Tracks, vias
- 550, 71
- Pours
- 1
- Routed
- Yes
- KiCad
- KiCad 7 (file 20221018)
- Created
- 6 Jul 2024
- Updated
- 5 Sep 2024
Overview
CHore is an open-source printed circuit board by doesntfazer, from the doesntfazer/Goober repository on GitHub. It is a 2-layer board of 214.8 × 117.2 mm with 76 parts on 58 nets, routed with 550 tracks and 71 vias.
It is built around the CH552G and 1N4148W. Its parts include 35 diodes, 30 switches, 4 resistors, 3 capacitors and 3 connectors. It belongs with the 8051 (CH55x, STC, AT89) boards of this library.
Main components
2README
Goobertrax-E/README.mdGoobertrax-E
Project is sponsored by PCBWay!

If you're not familiar with PCBWay, they're a fantastic company specializing in PCB prototyping and manufacturing. Whether you're a hobbyist or a professional, PCBWay offers high-quality PCB services at incredibly affordable prices. They offer a wide selection of colors and other options like full assembly!
I've been using PCBWay for my projects, and I can't recommend them enough. Their user-friendly interface makes it easy to upload your designs, and their fast turnaround times ensure you get your PCBs quickly, and you can finish your project on time. Plus, they offer a wide range of services, including PCB assembly, flexible PCBs, and even 3D printing and CNC!
Head on over to PCBWay to get yourself a Goobertrax-E!
About The Goobertrax-E
The Goobertrax-E is a 30 key hot swappable Hummingbird-like Keyboard using the RP2040 Zero for the MCU. Has a PMW3360 sensor Built into the PCB, 3 dedicated mouse keyb buttons, and supports 2 panisonic rotary encoders.
Keyboard is named the Goober because only a goober would use one. It is a very goofy keyboard. The thumbs keys are super "tucky" and it is awkward to figure out a layout. But once you get used to it, it just might become your favorite keyboard!
The keyboard runs on VIAL QMK firmware.

Parts
76| Qty | Value | Footprint | References |
|---|---|---|---|
| 35 | 1N4148W | Diode_SMD:D_SOD-123 | D1, D2, D10, D11, D12, D13, D14, D15, D16, D17, D18, D19, D20, D21, D22, D23 +19 |
| 30 | SW_PUSH | PCM_Switch_Keyboard_Hotswap_Kailh:SW_Hotswap_Kailh_MX_1.00u | SW1, SW2, SW10, SW11, SW12, SW13, SW14, SW15, SW16, SW17, SW18, SW19, SW20, SW21, SW22, SW23 +14 |
| 3 | 100n | Capacitor_SMD:C_0805_2012Metric | C1, C2, C3 |
| 2 | 5.1k | Resistor_SMD:R_0805_2012Metric | R2, R3 |
| 2 | Conn_01x02_Pin | Connector_PinHeader_2.54mm:PinHeader_1x02_P2.54mm_Vertical | J1, J3 |
| 1 | 10K | Resistor_SMD:R_0805_2012Metric | R4 |
| 1 | 330R | Resistor_SMD:R_0805_2012Metric | R1 |
| 1 | CH552G | Package_SO:STC_SOP-16_3.9x9.9mm_P1.27mm | U1 |
| 1 | USB_C_Receptacle_USB2.0 | Connector_USB:USB_C_Receptacle_HRO_TYPE-C-31-M-12 | J2 |
Questions
How big is the CHore PCB?
It measures 214.8 × 117.2 mm and has 2 copper layers, 1.6 mm thick.
What parts does the CHore use?
76 parts, built around the CH552G and 1N4148W. 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 CHore KiCad files?
From the doesntfazer/Goober repository on GitHub, at the commit this page was made from: the board is CHore/CHore.kicad_pcb and its schematic CHore/CHore.kicad_sch. PCBKit opens the board in the browser, with nothing to install.
Can I use the CHore design in my own project?
Its repository states no licence, so its author keeps all rights: ask doesntfazer before reusing the design.
More from doesntfazer/Goober
4- 2 layers214.8 × 146.4 mm

- 2 layers199.3 × 106 mm

- 2 layers210 × 103.9 mm

- 2 layers94.5 × 89.3 mm

Similar boards
- 2 layers58 × 91 mm

Ch552 mediaPad
okiraku-camera/ch552_mediaPad
This keypad features eight keys and a rotary encoder, and all inputs can be fully customized via WebHID.
36 parts - 2 layers30.4 × 12.7 mm

- 2 layers40.6 × 27.9 mm

- 2 layers40 × 40 mm

- 2 layers38.6 × 15.7 mm

LIPS V3.2
milar111/L.I.P.S.
OpenSource Affordable SipAndPuff device: Linear Interface for Paralysis Support
21 parts13 - 2 layers28.4 × 15.9 mm

- 2 layers51 × 44 mm

- 2 layers105.9 × 83.1 mm

BSidesDFW 2019
gowenrw/BSidesDFW_2019_Badge
This is where all the files for the BSidesDFW 2019 Badge will be stored. This includes code and art and cab and fab files. All the things.
30 parts5MIT