Buck
gokul-rm·PCB·buckConverter/buck.kicad_pcb
About the Buck PCB
Buck is an open source PCB design by gokul-rm, published on GitHub. It is a 2-layer board measuring 25.5 × 27.5 mm, with 8 components from 6 distinct parts.
Other key parts include the TPS561208DDCR. By type, the board carries 2 connectors, 2 capacitors, 2 resistors, 1 IC and 1 inductor.
It belongs with the power & battery and sensors designs in this gallery.
From the project
2. Open the project in KiCad: - Open KiCad and load the required .pro file. - Access the schematic editor and PCB layout as needed. 3. Generate Gerber files for manufacturing: - Use KiCad's "Plot" function to export Gerber files.
2. Open the project in KiCad: - Open KiCad and load the required .pro file. - Access the schematic editor and PCB layout as needed. 3. Generate Gerber files for manufacturing: - Use KiCad's "Plot" function to export Gerber files.
For any questions or collaborations, contact me at [gokul567gd@gmail.com].
Main components on the Buck
Buck bill of materials (BOM)
8 components, 6 distinct parts.
| Qty | Part | Footprint | Refs |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | TPS561208DDCR | D_5W_P10.16mm_Horizontal | U1 |
| 2 | IN | Samtec_HPM-02-01-x-S_Straight_1x02_Pitch5.08mm | J1, J2 |
| 1 | SPM3015T-4R7M-LR | L_Axial_L11.0mm_D4.5mm_P15.24mm_Horizontal_Fastron_MECC | L2 |
| 1 | C | C_Radial_D6.3mm_H5.0mm_P2.50mm | C1 |
| 1 | C | C_Radial_D6.3mm_H11.0mm_P2.50mm | C2 |
| 2 | R_US | R_Axial_DIN0204_L3.6mm_D1.6mm_P5.08mm_Horizontal | R1, R2 |
Buck design files
The KiCad project lives in the gokul-rm/PCB repository on GitHub; these links point at the commit this page was built from.
- LayoutbuckConverter/buck.kicad_pcb
- SchematicbuckConverter/buck.kicad_sch
Buck: common questions
How big is the Buck PCB?
The Buck measures 25.5 × 27.5 mm, has 2 copper layers and is 1.6 mm thick.
How many components are on the Buck?
8 components, from 6 distinct parts. The full bill of materials is listed on this page.
Where can I download the Buck design files?
From the gokul-rm/PCB repository on GitHub, which has the KiCad layout and the schematic; the links under Design files point to each one.
Can I use the Buck design in my own project?
The repository has no license, so all rights stay with gokul-rm. Use it as a reference, and ask the author before reusing the design.
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