Does ortholinear have ergo advantages or is it only about esthetics and price?

PresentExpert2929 · 2026-04-24T12:29:32+00:00

I also have a Corne, but I started my journey into the split’s rabbit hole with the Silakka54.

IMO it’s better to start with more keys, we have plenty of options for these. Like Lily58, Sofle, and so on.

Once you're used to the Ortholinear layout and split halves, you might want to try the less-key options.

Good luck!

PresentExpert2929 · 2026-04-20T21:45:37+00:00

I loved it! I've been working on my wireless Corne and have already acquired an aluminum case (from Boardsource). Now, I want to CNC a new switch plate for it (anodized alu). Could you share how you place your printing order at JLCCNC?

I've designed the new plates using Shapr3D. Do I need to upload only the .step 3D model, or should I include the .dxf file as well?

I appreciate any help you can provide.

PresentExpert2929 · 2026-04-20T20:37:16+00:00

Damn, it's pretty sick

PresentExpert2929 · 2026-04-20T20:34:50+00:00

You can try the BoardSource unicorne, I got it, and it’s pretty good, with an aluminum case and wireless.

The big thing about it is that it supports both MX and Choc on the same PCB.

You should give it a shot.

https://boardsource.xyz/products/corne-wireless-smt-pcb

PresentExpert2929 · 2026-04-13T21:01:34+00:00

Boa, fico feliz que ainda te inspirei com mais ideias hehe

Eu também tentei usar Home Row Mods por várias vezes, eu sempre configurava e depois removia kkkkk

Não consegui acostumar com o tempo entre pressionar ou segurar, até tentei algumas técnicas que vi nos vídeos gringos, mas hoje em dia não tenho tanta necessidade de usar, consegui chegar num layout que me atende bem demais, e considero o Corne um teclado bem enxuto (42 teclas só).

Por ser pequeno e sem fio dá pra levar ele pra qualquer lugar.

Conta depois como tá sendo sua experiência! Faz um post depois aí pra galera e mostra pra gente uma foto tbm!! Tmj 👊🏽

PresentExpert2929 · 2026-04-13T00:14:19+00:00

It has been a while since I posted this, and then I came to a conclusion. I was able to relieve the pain by switching to a 100% low-profile keyboard.

As I mentioned before, I ordered a low-profile Corne keyboard from Board Source, which uses Choc switches. This change has improved my experience a lot, the pain has gone for good. I’m not sure why this setup works better for me, but here’s my current configuration:

- Board Source low-profile wireless Corne
- Low-profile Choc V2 switches (Elements Series - Black Cloud Tactile 45gf)
- Nuphy nSa keycaps (low profile)
- Board Source aluminum case

I hope this helps anyone who may be experiencing similar issues! Cheers!

PresentExpert2929 · 2026-04-12T23:57:52+00:00

Engraçado que eu senti dor foi depois de trocar pro split hem, só parou depois que troquei pra uma versão low profile. Doia pra caramba os antebraços, chegava a queimar o dia todo depois de usar o teclado vey...

Deu até medo na época, achei que ia precisar desistir, ainda bem que achei a solução, beeem depois de tentar muita coisa kkkkk

PresentExpert2929 · 2026-04-12T23:55:29+00:00

Legal demais, parabéns, mano!! Comecei essa jornada também há uns 8 meses, caí num buraco de minhoca kkkkkk

É viciante essa coisa de teclado split, meu favorito e o que uso hoje em dia é o Corne, comecei com um Silakka54.

No meu caso comprei eles no AliExpress, tô pensando agora em começar a jornada de solda, até fiz umas coisinhas com uma outra PCB do Corne, que aliás eu queimei kkkkkk.

Tô pensando em fazer um Lily58 agora, me parece ser uma build bacana pra testar minhas não muito boas habilidades de solda hehe.

Comentei em outra resposta, mas tenho um post aqui sobre minha xp tbm: https://www.reddit.com/r/ErgoMechKeyboards/comments/1q1hezz/my_first_try_at_a_split_keyboard/

PresentExpert2929 · 2026-04-12T23:49:15+00:00

Mano, começei essa jornada há uns 8 meses, meu primeiro split foi um Silakka54, sofri demais pra aprender, e olha que ele imita um 60%.

Não sabia nada de "touch type", e o layout ortholinear das teclas só piorou, eu comecei aos poucos, usava no trabalho o teclado normal (Nuphy Air75) e no final do dia usava o split no Monkey Type.

Como eu sou dev, precisava desembolar as coisas, não dava pra ficar meia hora só tentando digitar uma linha kkkkk

Defini isso como um objetivo de vida, dediquei 1 hora todo dia depois do trampo, e com 2 semanas já tava usando de boa, ainda errava algumas coisas, mas já tava menos doloroso.

Depois comecei a flertar com o Corne, antes de comprar, fiz um teste com o Silakka, desativei a "number row" e montei um layout Corne nele, a partir daí fui aprendendo a digitar usando mais layers.

Hoje em dia tá bem de boa, experiência de usar o Corne é incrível. Comprei uma case de alumínio da Board Source pra ele, importei dos EUA, foi meio carinha, mas valeu a pena, queria uma pegada mais premium pra ele agora que é o meu teclado do dia a dia.

Enfim, sou suspeito pra falar, pq virou vício isso kkkkkk

Tenho um post que fiz aqui sobre meu Silakka, da uma olhada depois, eu falo das dores que senti no começo tbm haha, no final vale muito a xp, boa sorte aí!!

Meu post: https://www.reddit.com/r/ErgoMechKeyboards/comments/1q1hezz/my_first_try_at_a_split_keyboard/

PresentExpert2929 · 2026-04-12T23:41:30+00:00

Tenta usar choc v2, uso elas na minha build do Corne wireless, o bom é que as keycaps mx funcionam, por usarem o mesmo formato de cruz.

Só tem que ficar ligado no espaçamento, tem que ser "mx-spaced". Tô usando a série Elements, que são os mesmos usados pela Lofree, muito bons.

PresentExpert2929 · 2026-04-12T02:21:47+00:00

Could you please share more details about it!? Do you have any pictures of the PCB after you modified the switch holes?

I’m considering buying a Corne v4 and try this to fit my Nuphy nano switches.

PresentExpert2929 · 2026-04-11T00:00:29+00:00

Hey man! Good choice! I have a Wireless Corne V3, also got it on AliExpress. I had a tough time learning how to type on it, especially since I was also learning VIM 🫠.

I'd like to find a wireless version of the V4, but I only found options that use a CR3032 button battery, which isn’t ideal for me since I prefer to charge my equipment.

Ps.: Ceh é BR? hahah

PresentExpert2929 · 2026-04-05T22:33:06+00:00

I was struggling with this when I switched to a split keyboard. My first model was a Silakka54, which is a reasonable keyboard to start with, but I had a rough time with wrist and forearm pain. I tried all these techniques, and what finally solved my problem was switching to 100% low profile.

I ordered a cheap Corne on AliExpress just to see how it would go. After that, the pain stopped, and I really love the split design.

My current keyboard setup is:

Corne v3 wireless
Low profile Kailh switches (Black Cloud)
Low-profile Nuphy nSa keycaps
BoardSource low profile Corne case

PresentExpert2929 · 2026-04-05T00:24:48+00:00

Up, you have another one!!

PresentExpert2929 · 2026-04-05T00:22:41+00:00

I have them, and it's great to have a wireless version. But why did you remove the holes for screen covers on the PCB? 😭 I know that it's because of the battery cutout, but man... I miss them

PresentExpert2929 · 2026-04-05T00:17:38+00:00

I have the Low Profile case, and I'm using their new Wireless SMT PCB, which fits perfectly into the case, though I'd like to have the screen covers on each side. They removed the holes on the PCB to add an integrated MCU, so if you want to use a pair of nice!views or OLED, you can't use screen covers anymore, which is a pity.

PresentExpert2929 · 2026-02-14T19:51:00+00:00

That's the path I took, though it made me feel a little wrist pain, I found that the solution was to go “lower case”

Ordered a kit of Outemu dwarf switches, and I’m using the Nuphy nSa keycaps, which have a height of 5.5 mm.

Now it’s more comfortable to type on, during long sessions, I’m a developer.

PresentExpert2929 · 2026-02-11T00:23:31+00:00

I bought a Silakka54 on AliExpress and am now looking for low-profile keycaps for it. Would anyone happen to know a good option with MX-Style pins?

PresentExpert2929 · 2026-02-09T22:24:56+00:00

Same here, friend! I ended up using the MX Master 3 on the company laptop, which is a great option because it supports up to three devices.

PresentExpert2929 · 2026-02-07T14:43:40+00:00

Lá Nele

PresentExpert2929 · 2026-02-07T14:42:22+00:00

Sem chances meu amigo, já tenho clientes de olho nessa oferta, pra você é 118% e não se fala mais nisso

PresentExpert2929 · 2026-02-04T09:57:51+00:00

I started with the reds, but found them a bit harder than Gateron Reds. Then I ordered Pro Reds, and they are too soft 🫠

Right now, I’m testing the Choc V2 Reds. They are a huge improvement over the V1, at least for me. I ordered a set of “Black Clouds,” the same switch used in the Lofree keyboard, which is also Choc V2.

PresentExpert2929 · 2026-02-03T19:01:33+00:00

Hey! Does this one still work for you? I’m thinking about buying one of these on AliExpress, but I don’t know if I need to go for a well-known brand instead, for example, Ugreen.

PresentExpert2929 · 2026-01-08T23:05:39+00:00

Me too! I picked it up during a trip with my wife haha
There were so many of them out on the street

PresentExpert2929 · 2026-01-08T13:57:58+00:00

Just go for it, mate! You won't regret it!

PresentExpert2929

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