2 layers
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byrantech/laptop
anyon_e, a highly integrated, high end, open source laptop. Attempt the impossible.
7 parts4.3kMIT
2 layers124.5 × 104 mm
Macropad
ggpogy123/macropad1- Size
- 124.5 × 104 mm
- Copper layers
- 2
- Thickness
- 1.6 mm
- Parts
- 7
- Nets
- 34
- Pads
- 71
- Tracks, vias
- 182, 29
- Pours
- 1
- Routed
- Yes
- KiCad
- KiCad 10.0 (file 20260206)
- Created
- 12 Jul 2026
- Updated
- 22 Jul 2026
Overview
Macropad is an open-source printed circuit board by ggpogy123, from the ggpogy123/macropad repository on GitHub. It is a 2-layer board of 124.5 × 104 mm with 7 parts on 34 nets, routed with 182 tracks and 29 vias.
Its parts include 5 switches and 1 connector. It belongs with the keyboards and input boards and the RP2040 boards of this library.
README
README.mdCustom Macropad
A custom-designed macropad board using Raspberry Pi Pico 2, dual rotary encoders, three switches and a dedicated 1.8 inch SPI display.
Visuals
Hardware Specifications
- Microcontroller: Raspberry Pi Pico 2
- Display: 1.8-inch TFT LCD Module (SPI Interface)
- Inputs: 3x Buildcon Blue Mechanical Keyswitches & 2x Flyrobo EC11 15mm Rotary Encoders
- Knobs & Keycaps: 2x Black Aluminum Alloy 19x19mm Screw-Type Knobs & Trendivibe PBT MA Profile Ball Shape Keycaps
- PCB Specs: 2-layer FR4, 124.0 x 104.0 mm, 1.6mm thickness
Key Design Features
- Using Berg strip: Things are fully socketed using Berg strips, allowing for easy swapping, testing and safety during soldering.
- Ground Plane: A dedicated copper pour layer has been used across the layout to connect all GND points.
Pin layout
Display (J1)
| Pin Name | Connection Type | Pico pin | Working |
|---|---|---|---|
| 3V3 | Power | 3V3 | Power |
| GND | Ground | GND | Ground |
| DISP_CS | SPI Chip Select | GPIO 9 | Chip Select |
| DISP_RESET | Shared Reset | GPIO 13 | Hardware Reset |
| DISP_DC | Digital Output | GPIO 12 | Data/Command |
| SPI_MOSI | SPI Data | GPIO 15 | Master Out Slave In |
| SPI_SCK | SPI Clock | GPIO 14 | Serial Clock |
| 3V3 | Power | 3V3 | Backlight |
Switches
| Pin Name | Connection Type | Pico pin | Working |
|---|---|---|---|
| KEY_BACK | Digital Input | GPIO 0 | SW1 |
| KEY_PAUSE | Digital Input | GPIO 1 | SW2 |
| KEY_NEXT | Digital Input | GPIO 2 | SW3 |
Encoders
| Pin Name | Connection Type | Pico pin | Working |
|---|---|---|---|
| ENC1_A | Digital Input | GPIO 3 | Rotary 1 Phase A |
| ENC1_B | Digital Input | GPIO 4 | Rotary 1 Phase B |
| ENC1_SW | Digital Input | GPIO 5 | Rotary 1 Click |
| ENC2_A | Digital Input | GPIO 6 | Rotary 2 Phase A |
| ENC2_B | Digital Input | GPIO 7 | Rotary 2 Phase B |
| ENC2_SW | Digital Input | GPIO 8 | Rotary 2 Click |
Parts
7| Qty | Value | Footprint | References |
|---|---|---|---|
| 3 | SW_Push | Button_Switch_Keyboard:SW_Cherry_MX_1.00u_Plate | SW1, SW2, SW3 |
| 2 | RotaryEncoder_Switch | Rotary_Encoder:RotaryEncoder_Alps_EC11E-Switch_Vertical_H20mm | SW4, SW5 |
| 1 | Conn_01x08_Pin | Connector_PinSocket_2.54mm:PinSocket_1x08_P2.54mm_Vertical | J1 |
| 1 | RaspberryPi_Pico | Module:RaspberryPi_Pico_Common_THT | A1 |
Questions
How big is the Macropad PCB?
It measures 124.5 × 104 mm and has 2 copper layers, 1.6 mm thick.
What parts does the Macropad use?
7 parts. 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 Macropad KiCad files?
From the ggpogy123/macropad repository on GitHub, at the commit this page was made from: the board is macropad.kicad_pcb and its schematic macropad.kicad_sch. PCBKit opens the board in the browser, with nothing to install.
Can I use the Macropad design in my own project?
Its repository states no licence, so its author keeps all rights: ask ggpogy123 before reusing the design.
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