2 layers66.9 × 74.5 mm
2 layers84.8 × 63.2 mm
Macropad
Hung-Chi970104/MacropadI am going to build a macropad with 9 keys
- Size
- 84.8 × 63.2 mm
- Copper layers
- 2
- Thickness
- 1.6 mm
- Parts
- 20
- Nets
- 31
- Pads
- 91
- Tracks, vias
- 49, 3
- Pours
- 1
- Routed
- Yes
- KiCad
- KiCad 9.0 (file 20241229)
- Created
- 18 Dec 2025
- Updated
- 24 Oct 2026
Overview
Macropad is an open-source printed circuit board by Hung-Chi970104, from the Hung-Chi970104/Macropad repository on GitHub. It is a 2-layer board of 84.8 × 63.2 mm with 20 parts on 31 nets, routed with 49 tracks and 3 vias.
Its parts include 10 switches, 9 diodes and 1 IC. It belongs with the keyboards and input boards and the AVR (ATmega, ATtiny) boards of this library.
README
README.mdFrom Zero to Macropad
This is my first time designing a PCB and 3D modeling using fusion 360. My goal is to build a macropad with 9 keys, and I will be making it a numpad first. Firmware can always be adjusted to your need.
- Quick glance: https://skfb.ly/pGsA6
Components
- Arduino Micro Pro
- Cherry MX Key Switches
- 3D printed case
Design
Conclusion
Parts
20| Qty | Value | Footprint | References |
|---|---|---|---|
| 9 | ~ | ScottoKeebs_MX:MX_PCB_1.00u | S1, S2, S3, S4, S5, S6, S7, S8, S9 |
| 9 | ~ | ScottoKeebs_Components:Diode_DO-35 | D1, D2, D3, D4, D5, D6, D7, D8, D9 |
| 1 | Arduino_Pro_Micro | ScottoKeebs_MCU:Arduino_Pro_Micro | U1 |
| 1 | Switch | Button_Switch_THT:SW_PUSH_6mm | SW1 |
Questions
How big is the Macropad PCB?
It measures 84.8 × 63.2 mm and has 2 copper layers, 1.6 mm thick.
What parts does the Macropad use?
20 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 Hung-Chi970104/Macropad repository on GitHub, at the commit this page was made from: the board is PCB/Macropad.kicad_pcb and its schematic PCB/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 Hung-Chi970104 before reusing the design.
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