Cablight project
About the Cablight project PCB
Cablight project is an open source PCB design by gkuegler, published on GitHub. It is a 2-layer board measuring 74.2 × 42 mm, with 12 components from 11 distinct parts.
By type, the board carries 3 switches, 3 resistors, 2 connectors, 1 IC, 1 transistor and 1 diode.
From the project
This controller is designed to be mounted upside down underneath kitchen cabinets. It's compatible with 12-24VDC LEDs.
This controller is designed to be mounted upside down underneath kitchen cabinets. It's compatible with 12-24VDC LEDs.
Below is short explanation of remaining files in the project folder.
Cablight project bill of materials (BOM)
12 components, 11 distinct parts.
| Qty | Part | Footprint | Refs |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | ~ | AdafruitQTPyEsp32S3 | U1 |
| 1 | IRLB8721PBF | TO-220F-3_H_Heatsink | Q1 |
| 1 | Screw_Term_1x4_5mm | Molex 4pin Terminal Block | J3 |
| 1 | Pololu D24V10F5 | Pololu_5V_H | P1 |
| 1 | SW_Push | Tactile Switch Wurth | BTN1 |
| 1 | RCWL-1601 | RCWL-1601 | S1 |
| 1 | SW_DIP_x04 | DIP-4 DS04-254 SAME SKY | SW1 |
| 1 | switch_SPDT_SLW_121586 | Switch_SPDT_CUI_500mA_3mm | SW3 |
| 1 | 1N5817 | D_DO-41_SOD81_P2.54mm_Vertical_KathodeUp | D1 |
| 2 | 10K | R_0805_2012Metric_Pad1.20x1.40mm_HandSolder | R1, R4 |
| 1 | 47R | R_0805_2012Metric_Pad1.20x1.40mm_HandSolder | R5 |
Cablight project design files
The KiCad project lives in the gkuegler/undercabinet-lighting-ctrl repository on GitHub; these links point at the commit this page was built from.
Cablight project: common questions
How big is the Cablight project PCB?
The Cablight project measures 74.2 × 42 mm, has 2 copper layers and is 1.69 mm thick.
How many components are on the Cablight project?
12 components, from 11 distinct parts. The full bill of materials is listed on this page.
Where can I download the Cablight project design files?
From the gkuegler/undercabinet-lighting-ctrl repository on GitHub, which has the KiCad layout and the schematic; the links under Design files point to each one.
Can I use the Cablight project design in my own project?
The repository has no license, so all rights stay with gkuegler. Use it as a reference, and ask the author before reusing the design.
