KiCad-STM32F103C8Tx
artemmelnyk-extern·KiCad-STM32F103C8Tx
About the KiCad-STM32F103C8Tx PCB
KiCad-STM32F103C8Tx is an open source STM32 PCB design by artemmelnyk-extern, published on GitHub. It is a 2-layer board measuring 38.5 × 33.2 mm, with 28 components from 16 distinct parts.
Its main chip is the STM32F103C8T6, from the STM32 family. Other key parts include the AMS1117-3.3. By type, the board carries 13 capacitors, 5 resistors, 4 connectors, 2 ICs, 1 crystal and 1 switch.
From the project
A two-layer SMD development board built around the STM32F103C8T6 (LQFP-48) microcontroller. Designed from scratch in KiCad 9 as a learning exercise following Phil's Lab on Udemy.
A two-layer SMD development board built around the STM32F103C8T6 (LQFP-48) microcontroller. Designed from scratch in KiCad 9 as a learning exercise following Phil's Lab on Udemy.
The schematic source is tproject.kicadsch (KiCad 9 S-expression format). Open with KiCad 9 Schematic Editor** or any compatible viewer.
To export a printable PDF from the command line:

Main components on the KiCad-STM32F103C8Tx
KiCad-STM32F103C8Tx bill of materials (BOM)
28 components, 16 distinct parts.
| Qty | Part | Footprint | Refs |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | STM32F103C8T6 | LQFP-48_7x7mm_P0.5mm | U1 |
| 1 | AMS1117-3.3 | SOT-223-3_TabPin2 | U2 |
| 1 | 16MHz | Crystal_SMD_3225-4Pin_3.2x2.5mm | Y1 |
| 1 | USB_B_Micro | USB_Micro-B_Wuerth_629105150521 | J1 |
| 3 | Conn_01x04_Pin | PinHeader_1x04_P2.54mm_Vertical | J2, J3, J4 |
| 1 | SW_SPDT | SW_SPDT_PCM12 | SW1 |
| 1 | RED | LED_0603_1608Metric | D1 |
| 1 | 120R | L_0603_1608Metric | FB1 |
| 2 | 22u | C_0805_2012Metric | C1, C2 |
| 1 | 10u | C_0603_1608Metric | C3 |
| 5 | 100n | C_0402_1005Metric | C4, C5, C6, C7, C11 |
| 1 | 10n | C_0402_1005Metric | C8 |
| 2 | 1u | C_0402_1005Metric | C9, C10 |
| 2 | 10p | C_0402_1005Metric | C12, C13 |
| 4 | 1k5 | R_0402_1005Metric | R1, R3, R4, R5 |
| 1 | 10k | R_0402_1005Metric | R2 |
KiCad-STM32F103C8Tx design files
The KiCad project lives in the artemmelnyk-extern/KiCad-STM32F103C8Tx repository on GitHub; these links point at the commit this page was built from.
- Layouttproject.kicad_pcb
- Schematictproject.kicad_sch
KiCad-STM32F103C8Tx: common questions
What microcontroller does the KiCad-STM32F103C8Tx use?
The KiCad-STM32F103C8Tx is built around the STM32F103C8T6, from the STM32 family.
How big is the KiCad-STM32F103C8Tx PCB?
The KiCad-STM32F103C8Tx measures 38.5 × 33.2 mm, has 2 copper layers and is 1.6 mm thick.
How many components are on the KiCad-STM32F103C8Tx?
28 components, from 16 distinct parts. The full bill of materials is listed on this page.
Where can I download the KiCad-STM32F103C8Tx design files?
From the artemmelnyk-extern/KiCad-STM32F103C8Tx repository on GitHub, which has the KiCad layout and the schematic; the links under Design files point to each one.
Can I use the KiCad-STM32F103C8Tx design in my own project?
The repository has no license, so all rights stay with artemmelnyk-extern. Use it as a reference, and ask the author before reusing the design.
Can I test firmware for the KiCad-STM32F103C8Tx without the hardware?
Yes. HardLabs builds a simulation of the board from its netlist and BOM, so you can run and debug STM32 firmware against it before you order a PCB.
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