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IBM Model M / Model F Keyboard DIN to USB Converter

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May 19, 2026

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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 :

  1. 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

  2. Solder up the parts as shown in the pictures and refer to the pin diagrams posted. GND to GND, Data+ to Data+, etc.

  3. Print the container. There are two STL files

  4. Install four 5mm Heat Inserts with a soldering iron into the 5mm holes

  5. Insert the electronics assembly

  6. Install cover piece

  7. Test for function

  8. 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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