GettingToBlinky5.0
About the GettingToBlinky5.0 PCB
GettingToBlinky5.0 is an open source PCB design by Gabriel8503, published on GitHub under the MIT license. It is a 2-layer board measuring 40 × 40 mm, with 7 components from 6 distinct parts.
By type, the board carries 3 resistors, 1 IC, 1 battery holder, 1 diode and 1 capacitor.
From the project
Circuit Designs for Personal Projects
Welcome to my Electrical Engineering design repository. This space is dedicated to documenting my journey as I build, test, and refine custom circuitry—from concept to production.
This repo will serve as a running log of my EE projects, experiments, and useful resources I reference or study during the process.
- Designing microcontroller-based boards from scratch - Understanding and applying best practices in PCB design - Learning embedded systems and firmware workflows
GettingToBlinky5.0 bill of materials (BOM)
7 components, 6 distinct parts — part numbers from the project's BOM.
| Qty | Part | Footprint | Refs |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | ~ | SO-8_3.9x4.9mm_P1.27mm | U-2 |
| 1 | CR2032 | C-Battery | BT1 |
| 1 | LED | LED_0805_2012Metric | D1 |
| 1 | 12U 1u | C_0805_2012Metric | C1 |
| 2 | 1k | R_0805_2012Metric | R1, R3 |
| 1 | 470k | R_0805_2012Metric | R2 |
GettingToBlinky5.0 design files
The KiCad project lives in the Gabriel8503/EE_Design repository on GitHub; these links point at the commit this page was built from.
GettingToBlinky5.0: common questions
How big is the GettingToBlinky5.0 PCB?
The GettingToBlinky5.0 measures 40 × 40 mm, has 2 copper layers and is 1.6 mm thick.
How many components are on the GettingToBlinky5.0?
7 components, from 6 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 GettingToBlinky5.0 design files?
From the Gabriel8503/EE_Design 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 GettingToBlinky5.0 design in my own project?
Yes, under the terms of its MIT license, which Gabriel8503 chose for the repository.
