QAZpad Build Guide
Info
Case for all versions of the QAZpad PCB/Keyboard by KiserDesigns
More information at the QAZpad project page.
BOM
| Qty | Part |
|---|---|
| 1x | PCB + Plate assembled with switches |
| 1x | Case, consisting of bottom and top part |
| 8x | Selfadhesive Gaskets |
| 8x | Ballsprings for the case |
| 4x | Selfadhesive feet, 6mm |
| 0-3x | Encoder and knob (optional) |
Dissassembly if necessary
The QAZpad is normally an FR4-Keyboard using a plate as a base with standoffs. For this case the bottom-plate is not needed. Only the PCB and the switch-plate is used. You only need to remove the bottom plate and standoffs. No need to desolder anything.
Assembly
PCB-Soldering
If you havent assembled the PCB/Keyboard yet, now is the time. Put the stabilisers, switches and (optional) encoder in the PCB and solder everything. A guide for soldering switches and general soldering advice can be found at the Docs of Keeb.supply
Gaskets
First stick the gaskets on the QAZpad switch-plate like in the picture above, at the red lines. On both sides of the plate.
Feet
Put the feet on the bottom case in the recessed circles.
Ballsprings
Push all 8 ballsprings in the designated holes in the bottom part of the case. If it it hard to push them in by hand, use a screw driver with the flat top of a big hex bit.
Final assembly
That is already nearly it. Now just put the PCB-Assembly on the bottom part of the case, make sure to position it in the center of the case. Then just push the top part of the case over it until the ballsprings click into place.
Push the knob on the encoder(s).
Firmware
The PCB should come pre-flashed with a VIAL-Firmware, but if you want to edit it, here are the links: QMK/VIAL Sourcecode
The possible layouts are detailed in this KLE.