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2 layers132.1 × 137.7 mm
Macropad
kinpro1024/FinePadFinePad is a macropad designed with dual-axis fine pointer control.
- Size
- 132.1 × 137.7 mm
- Copper layers
- 2
- Thickness
- 1.6 mm
- Parts
- 46
- Nets
- 54
- Pads
- 161
- Tracks, vias
- 186, 11
- Pours
- 1
- Routed
- Yes
- KiCad
- KiCad 9.0 (file 20241229)
- Created
- 1 Apr 2026
- Updated
- 15 Apr 2026
Overview
Macropad is an open-source printed circuit board by kinpro1024, from the kinpro1024/FinePad repository on GitHub, published under the MIT licence. It is a 2-layer board of 132.1 × 137.7 mm with 46 parts on 54 nets, routed with 186 tracks and 11 vias.
Its parts include 20 diodes and 20 switches. It belongs with the keyboards and input boards and the RP2040 boards of this library.
README
README.mdFinePad (kinpro1024 × ROY21)
Precision Dual-Axis Macropad
FinePad is a macropad designed with fine pointer control for precision-requiring situations like colour curve modificatioins or timeline scrubbing. FinePad comes with two independently scrolling Rotary Encoder Knobs for precision X and Y axis control of the Pointer.
This is the version of finepad with no screen. A version with mode toggle and screen is coming soon.
Finepad is built on a Custom PCB.
This is a concept sketch of the FinePad.
Why Fine pointer control
A macropad with dual fine scrolling knobs for X and Y control gives users a level of precision that mice and trackpads struggle to achieve. When working with:
- Colour Curves
- Exposure
- Fine Parameter Sliders As even small unintended movements with a mouse can lead to inconsistent results in these situations.
Dedicated knobs allow for smooth, incremental control, making subtle adjustments far more intuitive and repeatable. Separating X and Y into physical controls also reduces cognitive load, since each axis becomes a deliberate action rather than a coordinated hand movement. This is especially valuable in workflows like:
- Photo Editing
- Colour Grading
- Audio Tuning Where precision directly impacts output quality. Overall, it transforms delicate adjustments from a frustrating task into a controlled, tactile experience.
Hardware Overview
FinePad uses a custom PCB as it's base:
- Raspberry Pi Pico handles Firmware.
- Two AS5600 Hall Effect Absolute Encoders.
FinePad (screenless) was completed on 10/Apr/2026. It is a collaboration between kinpro1024 and ROY21.
FinePad will get a toggle switch, screen and volume knob in an upcoming update. The full firmware will also come soon.
Parts
46| Qty | Value | Footprint | References |
|---|---|---|---|
| 20 | 1N4148 | Diode_THT:D_DO-35_SOD27_P7.62mm_Horizontal | D1, D2, D3, D4, D5, D10, D11, D12, D13, D14, D15, D16, D17, D18, D19, D20 +4 |
| 20 | ~ | Keyboard_Switches:Gateron_G_Pro_3 | SW1, SW2, SW3, SW4, SW5, SW10, SW11, SW12, SW13, SW14, SW15, SW16, SW17, SW18, SW19, SW20 +4 |
| 2 | Conn_01x04 | Connector_JST:JST_XH_S4B-XH-A-1_1x04_P2.50mm_Horizontal | BFEncoder_1, BFEncoder_2 |
| 1 | Conn_01x02 | Connector_JST:JST_XH_S2B-XH-A-1_1x02_P2.50mm_Horizontal | TSW_1 |
| 1 | Conn_01x05 | Connector_JST:JST_XH_S5B-XH-A-1_1x05_P2.50mm_Horizontal | Vol_Encoder_1 |
| 1 | Conn_01x06 | Connector_JST:JST_XH_S6B-XH-A-1_1x06_P2.50mm_Horizontal | SPI_Screen_1 |
| 1 | RP2040_Pico | Raspberry_Pi_Pico_for_ErgoWarrior:Pico_SMT | Pi_Pico_1 |
Questions
How big is the Macropad PCB?
It measures 132.1 × 137.7 mm and has 2 copper layers, 1.6 mm thick.
What parts does the Macropad use?
46 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 kinpro1024/FinePad repository on GitHub, at the commit this page was made from: the board is Electronics/PCB_Design_Files/Macropad.kicad_pcb and its schematic Electronics/PCB_Design_Files/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 publishes it under the MIT licence: you may reuse it on that licence's terms (keep the author's notice, and for a copyleft licence share your changes alike).
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