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Product description: Macro Pad Solder Kit - educational kit for learning soldering - RP2040 - Soldered 333347
The Macro Pad Solder Kit allows you to build a practical controller that speeds up repetitive tasks on your computer. Five mechanical buttons can activate keyboard shortcuts, applications, multimedia functions, or command sequences. A rotary encoder allows you to adjust the volume, mute the sound, and control other programmed functions. At the heart of the device is a dual-core RP2040 microcontroller , powered by the open-source QMK software . The kit is pre-programmed , so once properly assembled and connected via USB Type-C, it can immediately function as a keyboard . Button assignments can then be customized to suit your workflow.
Macro Pad Solder Kit - educational kit for learning soldering - RP2040 - Soldered 333347.
The Macro Pad Solder Kit is a compact controller with five mechanical keys, based on the RP2040 microcontroller and the popular QMK software.
Main features of the macropad
- Five mechanical MX switches : provide tactile feedback when pressed and can be replaced with other compatible switches
- Programmable macro buttons : allow you to assign shortcuts, commands and action sequences
- Rotary encoder with cap : can be used to adjust volume, scroll or operate custom functions
- RP2040 microcontroller : dual-core ARM Cortex-M0+ system operating at up to 133 MHz
- QMK Software : A popular open source solution for configuring keyboards and controllers.
- Pre-loaded functions include play and pause, track change, microphone mute, and volume control.
- Universal compatibility : works as a standard keyboard on Windows, macOS, and Linux
- USB Type-C connector : responsible for power supply, data transmission and microcontroller programming
- MX Component Compatibility : Allows you to change switches and keycaps
- Compact design : 70 x 70 mm board takes up little space on your desk
- Open source project : the manufacturer provides schematics, KiCad files, QMK configuration, firmware and 3D printable housing models
- Difficulty level 2 : a kit designed for users with basic soldering experience
Macro Pad Educational Soldering Kit
The Macro Pad Solder Kit combines electronics learning with building a functional device you can use every day . During assembly, you solder resistors, capacitors , a reset button, and an LED. Five mechanical switches and a rotary encoder allow for practice in recognizing component values, placing them correctly on the PCB, and soldering through-hole components . The documentation guides you through the assembly steps and indicates the correct locations for installing individual components. The microcontroller, USB Type-C connector, and other SMD components are pre-mounted on the board , focusing the project on soldering through-hole components. The kit has a difficulty level of 2 and is best used as a follow-up project after mastering the basics of soldering.
A project at difficulty level 2 allows you to develop your skills in soldering through-hole components and assembling electronics.
The whole thing fits on a compact board measuring 70 x 70 mm and works like a standard computer keyboard.
QMK programmable keyboard for everyday work
Once assembled, the macropad can replace multi-key shortcuts with a single button press . It's perfect for programming, graphics editing, video editing, broadcasting, and office work, among other things. Individual buttons can be assigned frequently used commands, making application use faster and more convenient. The QMK software allows you to customize the operation of the buttons and rotary encoder . You can create your own control system, assign shortcuts to launch programs, or configure multimedia functions. A USB Type-C connection means the finished device is recognized by the computer as a standard keyboard . The open design allows you to continue developing your project even after the basic assembly is complete. You can replace the MX switches, use your own keycaps, and create custom firmware configurations . The manufacturer also provides 3D-printable housing models . This allows you to protect the board and match the appearance of the macropad to the rest of your computer's setup.
Macro Pad Solder Kit Technical Specifications
- Difficulty level: 2 - intermediate
- Microcontroller: RP2040
- Processor core: Dual-core ARM Cortex-M0+
- Clock speed: up to 133 MHz
- SRAM memory: 264 kB
- Firmware: QMK
- Factory software: uploaded by the manufacturer
- Number of mechanical switches: 5
- Switch type: MX standard compliant
- Number of keycaps: 5
- Rotating element: programmable encoder with cap
- Additional button: reset
- Signaling: LED
- Default functions: play and pause, previous and next track, microphone mute, volume control and mute, launch email and calculator
- Possibility to change functions: yes
- Supported systems: Windows, macOS, Linux
- Connector: USB Type-C
- USB Device Type: HID Keyboard
- Design: open source
- Dimensions: 70 x 70 mm
Contents of the set
- PCB
- 5 mechanical switches
- 5 keycaps
- Rotary encoder
- Encoder cap
- LED diode
- 8 10 kΩ resistors
- 2 resistors 470 Ω
- 2 resistors 1 kΩ
- 1 resistor 2.2 kΩ
- Ceramic capacitors 0.1 µF
- Reset button
- Men's goldpin strip
Elements included in the set.
