Gherkin PCB + Case Kit

***PCB Only Variant: You will only receive the PCB and required components to build it. This option is mainly for people who already have a Gherkin case.***

Description

The Gherkin is a fun-sized keyboard project. With 30 keys, it offers a compact ortho layout that fits all of the alpha keys and a few mods in the base layer.

With a bare PCB, it is also a good kit to practice/learn soldering with.  You'll learn to solder diodes, switches, and a Pro Micro board. The PCB is also compatible with the Elite-C board, which can be bought from other vendors.

Once built, you can flash QMK software and customize your very own layout. I personally enjoy using my Gherkin as a large macropad to have a lot of quick shortcuts to commonly used functions such as volume control and function keys. 

The "Two Plate" option is shown in the Frosted Blurple (w/switches) and the Low Profile option is shown in Frosted Fuschia.

Looking for a more premium/high-profile case? Check out the Gherkin Acrylic Case

What's included?

• (1) PCB, unassembled
• (30) diodes
• Brass Philips head screws and brass standoffs
• Acrylic layers for the case (2-plate or low profile, if you purchased this option)
  
• Rubber feet
• If you need an MCU (Pro Micro), please make sure to add it to your order

PCB Only: You will only receive the PCB and required components to build it. This option is mainly for people who already have a Gherkin case.

Things you will need:

• 30 switches (MX style)
  
• Keycaps
• USB cable
• Soldering tools

The Gherkin is an open-sourced design and is being sold under the CC BY-SA 4.0 license. It was created by the awesome people at the 40percent club. They even have a great build guide for putting together your kits which can be seen here.