Multi Expansion
computergeek1507·PB_16·Multi_Expansion/Multi_Expansion.kicad_pcb
About the Multi Expansion PCB
Multi Expansion is an open source PCB design by computergeek1507, published on GitHub under the CERN-OHL-S-2.0 license. It is a 2-layer board measuring 91.1 × 100 mm, with 37 components from 24 distinct parts.
Other key parts include the AM26C31 and SN74HCT245N. By type, the board carries 13 connectors, 8 fuses, 6 resistors, 3 ICs, 3 diodes and 3 capacitors.
From the project
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This documentation describes Open Hardware and is licensed under the CERN Open Hardware License Version 2 - Strongly Reciprocal. (CERN-OHL-S)
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Main components on the Multi Expansion
Multi Expansion bill of materials (BOM)
37 components, 24 distinct parts — part numbers from the project's BOM.
| Qty | Part | Footprint | Refs |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2 | AM26C31 | DIP-16_W7.62mm | U1, U2 |
| 1 | SN74HCT245N | SN74HCT245N | U3 |
| 1 | 1843619/OSTTJ0311530 String1 | PhoenixContact_MCV_1,5_3-G-3.5_1x03_P3.50mm_Vertical | J1 |
| 1 | 1843619/OSTTJ0311530 String2 | PhoenixContact_MCV_1,5_3-G-3.5_1x03_P3.50mm_Vertical | J2 |
| 1 | 1843619/OSTTJ0311530 String3 | PhoenixContact_MCV_1,5_3-G-3.5_1x03_P3.50mm_Vertical | J3 |
| 1 | 1843619/OSTTJ0311530 String4 | PhoenixContact_MCV_1,5_3-G-3.5_1x03_P3.50mm_Vertical | J4 |
| 1 | 1843619/OSTTJ0311530 String5 | PhoenixContact_MCV_1,5_3-G-3.5_1x03_P3.50mm_Vertical | J5 |
| 1 | 1843619/OSTTJ0311530 String6 | PhoenixContact_MCV_1,5_3-G-3.5_1x03_P3.50mm_Vertical | J6 |
| 1 | 1843619/OSTTJ0311530 String7 | PhoenixContact_MCV_1,5_3-G-3.5_1x03_P3.50mm_Vertical | J7 |
| 1 | 1843619/OSTTJ0311530 String8 | PhoenixContact_MCV_1,5_3-G-3.5_1x03_P3.50mm_Vertical | J8 |
| 1 | Power In | TerminalBlock_MetzConnect_Type701_RT11L02HGLU_1x02_P6.35mm_Horizontal | J9 |
| 2 | RJ45 | RJ45_Amphenol_54602-x08_Horizontal | J10, J11 |
| 1 | SBH11-PBPC-D20-ST-BK Expansion Header | IDC-Header_2x20_P2.54mm_Vertical | J12 |
| 1 | 302-S241 v4 Input | OST_302-S241 | J13 |
| 8 | 3544-2 | FUSE_3544-2 | F1, F2, F3, F4, F5, F6, F7, F8 |
| 1 | Power In | BARRIER_BLOCK_1ROW_2POS_P9.5MM | TB1 |
| 1 | SB5100-T | D_DO-201AD_P12.70mm_Horizontal | D1 |
| 1 | WP3A8GD VIN LED | LED_D3.0mm_Clear | D2 |
| 1 | WP3A8GD 5V LED | LED_D3.0mm_Clear | D3 |
| 3 | SR215C104KARTR1 0.1uF | C_Rect_L7.0mm_W2.0mm_P5.00mm | C1, C2, C3 |
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| Qty | Part | Footprint | Refs |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | CF14JT1K00 1K | R_Axial_DIN0207_L6.3mm_D2.5mm_P7.62mm_Horizontal | R1 |
| 1 | CF14JT120R 120 | R_Axial_DIN0207_L6.3mm_D2.5mm_P7.62mm_Horizontal | R2 |
| 2 | 4608X-102-330LF 33 | R_Array_SIP8 | RN1, RN2 |
| 2 | 120 | R_Array_SIP8 | RN3, RN4 |
Multi Expansion design files
The KiCad project lives in the computergeek1507/PB_16 repository on GitHub; these links point at the commit this page was built from.
Multi Expansion: common questions
How big is the Multi Expansion PCB?
The Multi Expansion measures 91.1 × 100 mm, has 2 copper layers and is 1.6 mm thick.
How many components are on the Multi Expansion?
37 components, from 24 distinct parts, with part numbers taken from the project's own BOM. The full bill of materials is listed on this page.
Where can I download the Multi Expansion design files?
From the computergeek1507/PB_16 repository on GitHub, which has the KiCad layout, the schematic and the BOM; the links under Design files point to each one.
Can I use the Multi Expansion design in my own project?
Yes, under the terms of its CERN-OHL-S-2.0 license, which computergeek1507 chose for the repository.
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