2 layers

Backround

This is my custom Hotswappable Macropad: -

Copper layers: 2
Thickness: 1.6 mm
Parts: 23
Nets: 25
Pads: 122
Tracks, vias: 228, 38
Routed: Yes
KiCad: KiCad 10.0 (file 20260206)
Created: 6 Aug 2026
Updated: 17 Aug 2026

Overview

Backround is an open-source printed circuit board by jeffmc6767, from the jeffmc6767/HS-Macropad repository on GitHub. It is a 2-layer board with 23 parts on 25 nets, routed with 228 tracks and 38 vias.

Its parts include 11 diodes, 9 switches, 2 resistors and 1 IC.

README

README.md

This is my custom Hotswappable Macropad:

This macropad has 9 keys(3x3), 2 rotary encoders and is controlled through a Seeduino Xiao RP2040.

Some images(to come):

Reminding myself where the parts are: https://kailhswitch.net/products/kailh-hot-swap-pcb-socket-diy-mechanical-keyboard-switches?srsltid=AfmBOoou1a8ZSbBuGYF_AU1epghGp4K7qxQYPx9-Ia8cNmjXQ4em4Oea

Screenshot 2026-08-06 at 8 20 57 PM Screenshot 2026-08-07 at 1 48 35 PM

BOM: THIS IS IN UNIT PRICE!! 1 seeduino Xiao $9 11 1n4148 Diodes 89¢ 9 Kailh hot swap sockets $1.25 9 Gateron KS-3X10 $14.99 (pack of 35) 2 EC11 rotary encoders(PEC11R-4225F-N0024-ND) $3.5 1 PCB(pack of 5) $11 (global shipping) 1 soldering iron kit $25 PLA matte black $5

Parts

Qty	Value	Footprint	References
11	1N4148	Diode_THT:D_DO-35_SOD27_P7.62mm_Horizontal	D1, D2, D3, D4, D5, D6, D7, D8, D9, D10, D11
9	SW_Push	PCM_Switch_Keyboard_Hotswap_Kailh:SW_Hotswap_Kailh_Choc_V1V2_1.00u	SW1, SW2, SW3, SW4, SW5, SW6, SW7, SW8, SW9
2	RotaryEncoder_Switch	Rotary_Encoder:RotaryEncoder_Alps_EC11E-Switch_Vertical_H20mm	R1, R2
1	MOUDLE-SEEEDUINO-XIAO	care package:XIAO-Generic-Hybrid-14P-2.54-21X17.8MM	U1

Questions

What parts does the Backround use?

23 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 Backround KiCad files?

From the jeffmc6767/HS-Macropad repository on GitHub, at the commit this page was made from: the board is Kicad Files/backround.kicad_pcb and its schematic Kicad Files/Untitled/Untitled.kicad_sch. PCBKit opens the board in the browser, with nothing to install.

Can I use the Backround design in my own project?

Its repository states no licence, so its author keeps all rights: ask jeffmc6767 before reusing the design.

Project files

Show this board on your page

A live frame, for any web page

<iframe src="https://pcbkit.io/embed/boards/jeffmc6767-hs-macropad" title="Backround in PCBKit" width="100%" height="480" style="border:0;border-radius:12px" allow="fullscreen" loading="lazy"></iframe>

A picture

<img src="https://pcbkit.io/embed/boards/jeffmc6767-hs-macropad.jpg" alt="Backround" width="1200" height="900">

A picture that opens the board, for a README

[![Backround](https://pcbkit.io/embed/boards/jeffmc6767-hs-macropad.jpg?size=s)](https://pcbkit.io/boards/jeffmc6767-hs-macropad)

Source

Repository: jeffmc6767/HS-Macropad
Board file: Kicad Files/backround.kicad_pcb
Commit: e3fb5ae
Licence: Not stated
Copies: 2 copies in 1 repository

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