Satellite EC Full Kit

Say hello to our first EC keyboard

Our tried and true Satellite is the first keyboard platform for exploring the EC world.

Up until recently, EC (Electro Capacitive) keyboards such as Topre, have been virtually off limits due to technical limitations.

We've now finished designing and manufacturing everything you need to build a whole EC keyboard (minus the keycaps). As usual, our products are actually in stock and ready to ship.

Satellite Full Kit Discount

There will be a 10% discount ($39.50 off) for 1 week only - ending Sunday 6th April at 11:59pm sydney time (AEST time zone).

What's Included

This listing has everything you need to build a Satellite EC keyboard - except keycaps.

• Satellite keyboard case (no MX PCB)
• Staebies stabilisers
• EC PCB and plate
  
• 70x Naevies EC switches
  

If you already own a Satellite then all you need is the EC Upgrade Kit, 2 packs of Naevies EC switches and an additional set of Staebies (or other stabilisers). 

Layout Options

KLE Link

Build Instructions

See Lightning's comprehensive build guide on his website.

No soldering is required, only a screwdriver. Included are 2 bags of screws (one set for PCB, one set for plate) and 1 bag of brass standoffs.

1. Install stabilisers onto the EC PCB - ensure you have the correct plate for a 6.25u or 7u layout.
2. Install standoffs to the PCB using PCB screws.
   
3. Place the plate on the stand offs, and screw in with plate screws.
4. Insert Naevies EC switches into the plate.
5. Calibrate the PCB with VIA (caniusevia.com). Here is a guide from the designer Cipulot - https://youtu.be/Q4fDkv0Z1bM

Note - PCB Name and Revisions

We originally planned to only have one Constellation EC PCB to fit in the Satellite and Consty. Unfortunately due to an oversight, the o-ring pillars got in the way of the PCB. 

This was launched as the Satellite EC but it is named 'Constellation EC' in the firmware/VIA. 

The tradeoff for Consty support was losing the 7U space bar layout. If this is important to you, then grab a Satellite EC kit while stocks last.