MSXproto tn9k
jabadiagm·MSXproto_tn9k·KiCad/MSXproto_tn9k.kicad_pcb
About the MSXproto tn9k PCB
MSXproto tn9k is an open source PCB design by jabadiagm, published on GitHub under the GPL-3.0 license. It is a 2-layer board measuring 101.6 × 95.3 mm, with 21 components from 7 distinct parts.
Other key parts include the SN74LVC245AN and Tang_Nano_9k. By type, the board carries 8 connectors, 6 ICs, 6 capacitors and 1 resistor.
It belongs with the retro computing designs in this gallery.
From the project
Placa de prototipado para cartucho MSX y Tang Nano 9K
Placa de prototipo para conectar una Tang Nano 9K a una ranura de cartucho MSX. Se incluyen adaptadores de nivel de 5V a 3.3V para los pines de salida digitales del cartucho.

Main components on the MSXproto tn9k
MSXproto tn9k bill of materials (BOM)
21 components, 7 distinct parts.
| Qty | Part | Footprint | Refs |
|---|---|---|---|
| 5 | SN74LVC245AN | DIP-20_W7.62mm | U1, U2, U3, U4, U5 |
| 1 | Tang_Nano_9k | Tang_Nano_9k | U6 |
| 1 | MSX-CONNECTOR | CARTRIDGE_MSX_XL | CON1 |
| 5 | Conn_01x08 | PinSocket_1x08_P2.54mm_Vertical | J1, J2, J3, J4, J5 |
| 2 | Conn_01x24 | PinSocket_1x24_P2.54mm_Vertical | J6, J7 |
| 6 | 100n | C_Disc_D4.3mm_W1.9mm_P5.00mm | C1, C2, C3, C4, C5, C6 |
| 1 | 10k | R_Axial_DIN0207_L6.3mm_D2.5mm_P7.62mm_Horizontal | R1 |
MSXproto tn9k design files
The KiCad project lives in the jabadiagm/MSXproto_tn9k repository on GitHub; these links point at the commit this page was built from.
- LayoutKiCad/MSXproto_tn9k.kicad_pcb
- SchematicKiCad/MSXproto_tn9k.kicad_sch
MSXproto tn9k: common questions
How big is the MSXproto tn9k PCB?
The MSXproto tn9k measures 101.6 × 95.3 mm, has 2 copper layers and is 1.6 mm thick.
How many components are on the MSXproto tn9k?
21 components, from 7 distinct parts. The full bill of materials is listed on this page.
Where can I download the MSXproto tn9k design files?
From the jabadiagm/MSXproto_tn9k repository on GitHub, which has the KiCad layout and the schematic; the links under Design files point to each one.
Can I use the MSXproto tn9k design in my own project?
Yes, under the terms of its GPL-3.0 license, which jabadiagm chose for the repository.
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