Switchy
About the Switchy PCB
Switchy is an open source PCB design by Broosky, published on GitHub. It is a board, with 7 components from 7 distinct parts.
By type, the board carries 3 connectors, 1 IC, 1 switch, 1 diode and 1 resistor.
From the project
A simple home-office power controller enabled with USB.
A simple home-office power controller that uses a TV's USB output to control a power bar, automatically turning additional monitors, speakers, and other peripherals on and off with the TV.
Switchy bill of materials (BOM)
7 components, 7 distinct parts.
| Qty | Part | Footprint | Refs |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | — | U1 | |
| 1 | USB_A | J1 | |
| 1 | AC Input 120VAC / 5 A / 600W / 60Hz | J2 | |
| 1 | AC Output 120VAC / 5 A / 600W / 60Hz | J3 | |
| 1 | Output Override | SW1 | |
| 1 | LED | D1 | |
| 1 | 5K1 | R1 |
Switchy design files
The KiCad project lives in the Broosky/Switchy repository on GitHub; these links point at the commit this page was built from.
- SchematicKiCad/Switchy.kicad_sch
Switchy: common questions
How many components are on the Switchy?
7 components, from 7 distinct parts. The full bill of materials is listed on this page.
Where can I download the Switchy design files?
From the Broosky/Switchy repository on GitHub, which has the schematic; the links under Design files point to each one.
Can I use the Switchy design in my own project?
The repository has no license, so all rights stay with Broosky. Use it as a reference, and ask the author before reusing the design.