README.md
Notice! Files in the development branches are NOT intended for public use in production of PCB's, may or may not be tested and may change or be removed without notice!

Please use the Gerber files for producing PCB's, found under the header 'Releases' instead. Also please note the difference between a 'Pre-release' (partially/fully untested, basically what I order a prototype PCB from to test) and a full actual 'Release' which is fully tested, built and ready to be used to produce PCB's.

That said, if you want to tweak/change or make something new based on my project, I can point you to a suitable starting point in the raw files. Talk to me, and I'm happy to help.

Lotus 58 Glow

Starting with simple tweaks to the Lily58 Glow before ordering a set of PCB's it quickly spiraled out of control, and I ended up with what wasn't quite a Lily58 anymore, and although very similar in layout, it is no longer compatible with plate and case design.

Because of this, it was renamed Lotus58, referencing another flower much like the lily in the name Lily58.


(photo from reddit by u/bduzik)

General Specifications


Layout very similar to the original Lily58 family
Per key RGB and RGB underglow
Kaihl Hot-swap sockets for MX compatible switches
Can be used as a standalone Gamepad for either hand
Optional 0.91" OLED Screens and rotary encoders (one each per side)
All components through-hole and easily soldered for beginners (SMD option for diodes)
Designed with a sandwich-style plate/case as part of the design


Layout variations


Optional plate layout with OLED screen (Encoder can be placed on upper thumb key position)
Optional plate layout with rotary encoder (Removes OLED screen for that side)
Optional plate layout with no hole for OLED or upper encoder (Encoder can be placed on upper thumb key position)




3D-printed Cases

There are a couple of 'official' commissioned designs for 3D printed cases for the Lotus 58 Glow, available in a separate Git <![CDATA[]]>here<![CDATA[]]>.

And you can find several more made by users using Google, and/or by joining the Discord channel and chatting to the builders/designers and users.

Things to note when ordering PCB's

Finding the Gerber files

If you are not aiming at modifying things, don't look for the gerber files in the folders, pretty please!
And please don't open yet another issue about it! 
The gerber files are where they belong, zipped up in releases, look under that header for the version you want.

Tips & Tricks


Most PCB manufacturers have a MOQ of 5 PCB's, meaning you end up with 2½ keyboards when finished.
The recommended PCB thickness is 1.6 mm, both for the main PCB and plates to allow the keyswitches to grip the plate and lock in place securely.


If ordering from <![CDATA[]]>JLCPCB<![CDATA[]]> the plate Gerber files include a reference putting the added serial etc on a breakaway part for a clean look with minimal cost, if using another manufacturer it's possible they have additional fee's for removing the extra text, or you should consider plotting the Gerber files yourself with the correct reference for your manufacturer. Otherwise use the standard settings from JLPCB.

Buy a kit!

I sell complete kits, making it easy to build your keyboard, and it also supports prototypes for new wacky ones.

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Discord for build help and discussions!

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