Avalon — Trailblazer Keyboards
Leaf Spring 65% with Macro Column — Felix Jen
Released on March 03, 2022
Trailblazer Keyboards Avalon
FJLaboratories worked closely with Trailblazer Keyboards to design the Avalon—a unique 65% design that features a custom leaf spring design, a left-handed macro column, and an integrated light bar for the badge. FJLaboratories also performed all renderings and developed the project introduction video.
Images
Photos rendered by FJLaboratories on Keyshot. Pictures courtesy of Trailblazer Keyboards:
Technical Details
| Specification | Value |
|---|---|
| PCB Thickness | 1.2mm |
| PCB Material | Tg 170-180 FR4 |
| Surface Finish | ENIG – 1U Thick |
| Copper Weight | 1oz/ft2 |
| Soldermask | Matte Black – Custom |
| Maximum Power Consumption | 400mA |
| Standby Power Consumption | 19mA |
| Microprocessor | ATMEGA32U4-MU |
| Firmware Download (Initial Release) | Download Firmware |
| Firmware Download (08-01-24) | Download Firmware |
| VIA JSON File (08-01-24) | Download JSON |
| QMK Repository Firmware | QMK Repository |
| VIA Repository | VIA Repository |
Where to Buy
The Avalon keyboard kit will be found at Trailblazer Keyboards for worldwide orders in Mid-2022. These keyboards kits will be sold in-stock upon release.
Firmware Changelog
08-01-24
- Added support for SOCD (a/k/a “Snap-Tap”) through a configurable VIA toggle. Please ensure you use the 08-01-24 version (August 1, 2024) of both the Firmware and VIA JSON linked above. VIA’s automatic keyboard detection will not be updated for this latest version.
Initial Release
- Initial release