These giant-sized key switches from Kailh are massive! Many times the size of a traditional MX-style switch. Though intended as a novelty item, they’re fully functional and just begging to be put to good use. I picked up one of each type from Novelkeys - Blue (tactile click), Red (tactile bump), and Yellow (linear).
So, what can you do with a three-button keyboard? A giant control-alt-delete keyboard to kill programs with authority seems the most logical application …
What You'll Need
Basics:
- Circuit Playground Express (or any other CircuitPython capable board, I just happened to have a CPX handy)
- 3 x Big Switch Series keyswitches (1 x red, 1 x blue, 1 x yellow)
- USB Micro Cable
- Solid core hook-up wire or alligator clip leads
- Pliers
For frame:
- 3 x 10mm white LEDs
- 3 x 10Ω resistors
- 1 x 3/4" x 36" wooden dowel
- Wood glue
- 4 x Small clamps or vise
- Hot glue gun & glue sticks
- Hacksaw or bandsaw to cut dowels
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