May 19, 2026
Description
Box for Soarer's converter, or any other converter running on a Pro Micro.
For IBM Model M and Model F keyboards. They don't make them like they used to!
There is a top and bottom to this box, labelled Box1 and Box2. There are three variants:
ThroughLogo: a color insert shows through the open logo slots, or just leave it open
Embossed: IBM logo inset, can be used as-is or filled with paint for a nice bright logo
Plain: no logo
These parts can be mixed and matched if you only want a logo on one side, etc.
PARTS REQUIRED:
-1x Pro Micro board
-1x USB Type B Female Breakout Board with Header
-----> (example: https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0B7B9X2XZ)
-1x 5 Pin DIN Female Connector
-----> (example: https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0DWTC2254)
-1x USB MicroB Plug Breakout board 5pin Male
-----> (example: https://www.amazon.com/dp/B09W2QHL2P)
-4x M3 Heat Inserts
-4x M3 Screws, 20mm long
-1x USB-A to USB-B cable from an old printer or some other equipment
----->The square USB-B port is MUCH sturdier than the Pro Micro built in C port
-A little scrap wire for soldering
STEPS TO COMPLETE :
Flash Soarer's software onto the Pro Micro using the instructions here:
----->https://jorts.tech/projects/promicro-soarers-guide
-----(credit to JORTs.tech - this is not my website)
-----*I used the WinAVR method in the steps with no problem
Solder up the parts as shown in the pictures and refer to the pin diagrams posted. GND to GND, Data+ to Data+, etc.
Print the container. There are two STL files
Install four 5mm Heat Inserts with a soldering iron into the 5mm holes
Insert the electronics assembly
Install cover piece
Test for function
Screw closed the container with the four M3 screws and enjoy vintage keyboard
License:
Creative Commons - Attribution - Non-Commercial - No Derivatives
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