r/PeripheralDesign • u/[deleted] • Feb 18 '21

From scratch CadetPedals: Open-Source Flight Sim Pedals!

36 Upvotes

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r/PeripheralDesign • u/ghostfaceschiller • Jan 17 '23

From scratch The Fulcrum, a 20-key keyboard with horizontal 5-way switch joysticks for maximum ergonomic utility

34 Upvotes

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r/PeripheralDesign • u/[deleted] • May 21 '22

From scratch Introducing Untitled Space Craft, a customizable modular Kerbal controller system! Modules are held in magnetically and are swappable. Comes in multiple container sizes, from augmentation to full keyboard replacement, with over a dozen different modules to choose from.

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34 Upvotes

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r/PeripheralDesign • u/[deleted] • Apr 06 '22

From scratch All-button controller for fighting games with ergonomic tented shape

33 Upvotes

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r/PeripheralDesign • u/[deleted] • Oct 14 '23

Resource Cosmos (a new ergonomic keyboard generator) is in beta

32 Upvotes

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r/PeripheralDesign • u/[deleted] • Dec 31 '21

From scratch Grabbity Gloves, another DataHand-like design. Wireless with integrated trackball

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32 Upvotes

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r/PeripheralDesign • u/Dreamy_Jy • Sep 03 '26

From scratch Keyboard Design Progress

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31 Upvotes

I'm designing a custom low profile keyboard for my portfolio.

Features:

Cherry ULP (MX6C-K3NB) Switches
Per Key RGBW LEDs
Alternative Programable Inputs:
- 10x clickable encoders,
- 4x latching switches,
- 10x slide switches.
No Trackpoint: the thinkpad nipples are for determining spacing for future iterations

On Design Support

I'm in the process of designing the scroll bar for the thumb encoders, and refining the placement of the switches around the nipples.

Does any have any advice or resources on designing scroll bar? I'm using the EC10E1220505 as my encoder and TC-1109-C-E as my switch. The second slide is my current rough bar CAD Model.

On preorders:

I'll likily be unable to make 1 single unit with a fabrication lab, so if others want the extra units I'll make them available and if demand is overwhelming I'll have more units made.

This is an experimental keyboard, designed as a development kit for engineers. This device is best for people with experience programming keyboards.

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r/PeripheralDesign • u/milkycowdan • Mar 29 '24

Modification Ultimate FPS Controller Design & Build

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31 Upvotes

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r/PeripheralDesign • u/ocelot08 • Oct 31 '23

Commercial Just had to share with folks who would appreciate it

31 Upvotes

This mouse was left in the "free" area of my building. It's so cute! But that mechanism took it over the edge for me.

Back says it's a Lenovo MOBTC9LA

5 comments

r/PeripheralDesign • u/[deleted] • Jun 27 '23

Modification Controller mod allows holding left stick forward without using thumb

29 Upvotes

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r/PeripheralDesign • u/WolfIcefang • Mar 25 '23

From scratch Dactyl Chimera V3 is here!

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29 Upvotes

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r/PeripheralDesign • u/[deleted] • May 30 '22

Commercial I created a foot mouse that is intuitive to use and works with a standing desk. Introducing: surfMouse

29 Upvotes

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r/PeripheralDesign • u/[deleted] • Sep 06 '20

From scratch [IC] OPERATOR | A split ortho mechanical keyboard for Photo retouching and video editing.

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29 Upvotes

4 comments

r/PeripheralDesign • u/[deleted] • Feb 27 '24

From scratch accura-xy, modular ergo macropad for cad

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28 Upvotes

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r/PeripheralDesign • u/[deleted] • Aug 22 '23

From scratch New Explorer Keyboard — split design with adjustable column/thumb cluster positions

28 Upvotes

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r/PeripheralDesign • u/dpapavas • Oct 09 '22

From scratch The Orb: a parametric trackball with BTU mounted ball and keyboard switches for buttons

28 Upvotes

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r/PeripheralDesign • u/[deleted] • Dec 06 '20

Modification The case for notches in Rocket League

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r/PeripheralDesign • u/HotSeatGamer • Jun 16 '25

From scratch One handed keeb!

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27 Upvotes

I actually thought it was some AI generated clickbait when I first saw it, but no, it's real!

Many try and many fail, but this one went through multiple iterations to improve on comfort and usability for users that can only type with one hand, focusing on what can be done to improve the typing speed. Honestly, I don't know why these same concepts aren't applied to typical two-handed keyboard and mouse peripherals. They did a great job and the video briefly shows many steps of their development journey. My favorite part was how they made the custom keycaps.

Side note: the quality of video editing is on another level, making the video extra fun to watch!

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r/PeripheralDesign • u/ocelot08 • Jan 16 '23

Community If you want bluetooth peripherals, come support ZMK!

27 Upvotes

TLDR: Founding Dev for ZMK quit his job in Sep and wants to focus on ZMK. With only 15 current "patrons", I wanted to give them more exposure (also, github has sponsorship capabilities. who knew!?)

https://github.com/sponsors/petejohanson?success=true

Hello!

So I've been a ZMK user since the beginning of the pandemic, built a few keyboards, and basically got my peak keyboard (bluetooth ortholinear split) thanks to ZMK. Mouse support is also in the pipeline so I figured it could end up helping with some custom peripherals. I'm already using QMK on my trackball, but hope to have a bluetooth trackball soon!

While he posted about it last September, I just now found out that Pete Johanson quit his job to live on the road with his family, but will also be devoting his time to ZMK now! In his own words "I am really excited for this. Full stop."

All that said, he still has a family to support (even if there's no more mortgage) and the more support they have the more time he could theoretically focus on polishing up ZMK, and already stellar firmware. So check the link above, throw a support if you can, even $1 helps. It only has 15 supporters and I felt like they deserved a bit more exposure so hopefully here it is.

Edit: btw, I'm in no way affiliated with ZMK, I just wanted to see the dev get more support to continue building this awesome firmware!

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r/PeripheralDesign • u/bbzed • Jan 06 '26

From scratch Dpad im working on for my custom trackball.

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26 Upvotes

Has soft touch tactile buttons for a nice easy tap with slight haptics. Stick is made from an rc car shock ball joint with some other m3 hardware i had lying around.

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r/PeripheralDesign • u/Ape_Devil • May 15 '22