2 layers159.5 × 30 mm
Type f
google/mozc-devices
Circuit diagrams and firmware source code for Gboard DIY keyboards
25 parts3kApache-2.0
2 layers67 × 38 mm
Haptic hands
isobel-p/haptic-handsPCB fidget toy for Journey v1
- Size
- 67 × 38 mm
- Copper layers
- 2
- Thickness
- 1.6 mm
- Parts
- 25
- Nets
- 21
- Pads
- 66
- Tracks, vias
- 123, 7
- Routed
- Yes
- KiCad
- KiCad 8.0 (file 20240108)
- Created
- 14 Apr 2025
- Updated
- 15 May 2025
Overview
Haptic hands is an open-source printed circuit board by isobel-p, from the isobel-p/haptic-hands repository on GitHub. It is a 2-layer board of 67 × 38 mm with 25 parts on 21 nets, routed with 123 tracks and 7 vias.
Its parts include 8 switches, 6 resistors, 6 diodes and 1 capacitor.
README
README.mdhaptic-hands
A PCB fidget toy with haptic feedback for ultimate satisfaction. Good to help you relax, or somewhere to put your hands in an awkward social encounter.
Want a better viewing experience? Read it here instead.
(note to Journey voters: I forgot to upload my last update - oops... I finally arranged all the components and routed the PCB. I didn't get time to add silkscreen designs but I'm finally happy with how it turned out.)
Features
- Powered by one CR2032 battery. They're pretty cheap and most people should have some.
- 7x4cm (roughly) for a compact theraputic experience, fits in most pockets.
- The golden trio of satisfying sensations: pretty flashing lights, gentle vibration and the most satisfying buttons your fingers have ever touched.
- Designed for human hands so you won't get hand cramp from using it. You're welcome.
- Made with basic components so it won't break the bank.
Components
| Component | Quantity |
|---|---|
| CR2032 Battery Cell | x1 |
| 6mm Push Button | x8 |
| 5mm LED | x6 |
| Resistor | x6 |
| Capacitor | x1 |
| Potentiometer | x1 |
| Mini Motor Disk | x1 |
The final schematic. My first attempt only had one button, but what fun would that be?!
Solder - 3D View
Download the STEP file in this repo or check it out here.
Living in Flatland? Here's a screenshot.
The Journey
Ok kids, story time...
This was my first real PCB and wow was it hard. Looking at a blank KiCad schematic for the first time was scary. I kinda forgot to post updates somewhere in the middle, and I completely forgot to commit my changes so I just uploaded everything in massive chunks. I spent so many hours doing this that I really needed to spend revising for tests for the new school term.
But it was worth it.
Looking back after these ten days, I have something tangible, that I'll hopefully be able to hold in my human hands and use in my everyday life. This is something that I really needed, to keep me occupied in the quiet moments in everyday life, and I hope it's something you'll need too. Thank you to the people watching my journey, especially the nine of you who followed me in the end. It really helped, believe me. Thank you <3
Contact Information
I'm @isobel-p on GitHub, HC Slack and most other socials.
Parts
25| Qty | Value | Footprint | References |
|---|---|---|---|
| 6 | 220Ω | Resistor_THT:R_Axial_DIN0207_L6.3mm_D2.5mm_P7.62mm_Horizontal | R1, R2, R3, R4, R5, R6 |
| 6 | LED | LED_THT:LED_D5.0mm | D1, D2, D3, D4, D5, D6 |
| 6 | SW_Push_45deg | Button_Switch_THT:SW_PUSH_6mm | SW2, SW3, SW4, SW5, SW6, SW7 |
| 2 | SW_Push | Button_Switch_THT:SW_PUSH_6mm | SW1, SW8 |
| 1 | 10uF | Capacitor_THT:CP_Radial_D8.0mm_P5.00mm | C1 |
| 1 | Battery_Cell | Battery:BatteryHolder_Keystone_3034_1x20mm | BT1 |
| 1 | LOGO | LOGO | G*** |
| 1 | Motor_DC | Connector_PinHeader_2.54mm:PinHeader_1x02_P2.54mm_Vertical | M1 |
| 1 | R_Potentiometer | Potentiometer_THT:Potentiometer_Vishay_T73YP_Vertical | RV1 |
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Questions
How big is the Haptic hands PCB?
It measures 67 × 38 mm and has 2 copper layers, 1.6 mm thick.
What parts does the Haptic hands use?
25 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 Haptic hands KiCad files?
From the isobel-p/haptic-hands repository on GitHub, at the commit this page was made from: the board is haptic-hands.kicad_pcb and its schematic haptic-hands.kicad_sch. PCBKit opens the board in the browser, with nothing to install.
Can I use the Haptic hands design in my own project?
Its repository states no licence, so its author keeps all rights: ask isobel-p before reusing the design.