PCB avr dx unbricker
k-takata·PCB_avr_dx_unbricker
About the PCB avr dx unbricker
PCB avr dx unbricker is an open source AVR/Arduino PCB design by k-takata, published on GitHub. It is a 2-layer board measuring 72 × 47.5 mm, with 36 components from 29 distinct parts.
Its main chip is the ATtiny402-SS, from the AVR/Arduino family. Other key parts include the AVR64DD28-I/SP, ICL7660 and ATtiny402 DIP Socket. By type, the board carries 8 diodes, 6 connectors, 6 resistors, 4 ICs, 4 transistors and 4 capacitors.
It belongs with the usb & debug tools designs in this gallery.
From the project
UPDI High Voltage programmer for AVR Dx/Ex series
A new project that also supports ATtiny is available: UPDI Unbricker
A 7.5 V HV-capable UPDI unbricker for AVR Dx/Ex series devices. It restores normal UPDI programming by injecting an HV pulse into devices where UPDI was disabled. * It does not support 12 V HV programming for ATtiny series devices.
This is a UPDI (Unified Program and Debug Interface) programmer that supports 7.5 V high-voltage (HV) programming for AVR Dx/Ex series devices. (It does not support 12 V HV programming for ATtiny series devices.) If UPDI pin settings were changed intentionally or accidentally and a normal UPDI…

Main components on the PCB avr dx unbricker
PCB avr dx unbricker bill of materials (BOM)
36 components, 29 distinct parts.
| Qty | Part | Footprint | Refs |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | AVR64DD28-I/SP | DIP-28_W7.62mm | U1 |
| 1 | ATtiny402-SS | SOIC-8_3.9x4.9mm_P1.27mm | U2 |
| 1 | ICL7660 | DIP-8_W7.62mm | U3 |
| 1 | ATtiny402 DIP Socket | DIP-8_W7.62mm | U4 |
| 1 | BSS138 | SOT-23 | Q1 |
| 1 | BSS84 | SOT-23 | Q2 |
| 1 | Q_NMOS_GDS | TO-220-3_Vertical | Q3 |
| 1 | Q_PMOS_GDS | TO-220-3_Vertical | Q4 |
| 1 | AE-CH9102F | PinSocket_2x04_P2.54mm_Horizontal | J1 |
| 1 | TTL Serial in | PinHeader_1x06_P2.54mm_Vertical | J2 |
| 1 | UPDI | PinSocket_1x04_P2.54mm_Vertical | J3 |
| 1 | TTL Serial out | PinSocket_1x06_P2.54mm_Horizontal | J4 |
| 1 | RTS / DTR | PinHeader_1x03_P2.54mm_Vertical | J5 |
| 1 | Target | PinHeader_1x03_P2.54mm_Vertical | J6 |
| 1 | UPDI / Serial | PinHeader_1x03_P2.54mm_Vertical | SW1 |
| 1 | Power | PinHeader_1x03_P2.54mm_Vertical | SW2 |
| 1 | SW_Push | SW_PUSH_6mm | SW3 |
| 1 | ~ | TestPoint_THTPad_D1.5mm_Drill0.7mm | TP1 |
| 4 | BAT43 | D_DO-35_SOD27_P2.54mm_Vertical_CathodeUp | D1, D3, D4, D8 |
| 1 | LED | LED_D5.0mm | D2 |
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| Qty | Part | Footprint | Refs |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 7.5V | D_DO-34_SOD68_P7.62mm_Horizontal | D5 |
| 1 | 3V | D_DO-34_SOD68_P2.54mm_Vertical_CathodeUp | D6 |
| 1 | 5.1V | D_DO-34_SOD68_P2.54mm_Vertical_CathodeUp | D7 |
| 2 | 0.1μ | C_Disc_D3.0mm_W1.6mm_P2.50mm | C1, C2 |
| 2 | 1μ | C_Disc_D3.0mm_W1.6mm_P2.50mm | C3, C4 |
| 1 | 470 | R_Axial_DIN0207_L6.3mm_D2.5mm_P2.54mm_Vertical | R1 |
| 3 | 4.7k | R_Axial_DIN0207_L6.3mm_D2.5mm_P2.54mm_Vertical | R2, R3, R6 |
| 1 | 10k | R_Axial_DIN0207_L6.3mm_D2.5mm_P2.54mm_Vertical | R4 |
| 1 | 100k | R_Axial_DIN0207_L6.3mm_D2.5mm_P2.54mm_Vertical | R5 |
PCB avr dx unbricker design files
The KiCad project lives in the k-takata/PCB_avr_dx_unbricker repository on GitHub; these links point at the commit this page was built from.
- LayoutPCB_avr_dx_unbricker.kicad_pcb
- SchematicPCB_avr_dx_unbricker.kicad_sch
PCB avr dx unbricker: common questions
What microcontroller does the PCB avr dx unbricker use?
The PCB avr dx unbricker is built around the ATtiny402-SS, from the AVR/Arduino family.
How big is the PCB avr dx unbricker?
The PCB avr dx unbricker measures 72 × 47.5 mm, has 2 copper layers and is 1.6 mm thick.
How many components are on the PCB avr dx unbricker?
36 components, from 29 distinct parts. The full bill of materials is listed on this page.
Where can I download the PCB avr dx unbricker design files?
From the k-takata/PCB_avr_dx_unbricker repository on GitHub, which has the KiCad layout and the schematic; the links under Design files point to each one.
Can I use the PCB avr dx unbricker design in my own project?
The repository has no license, so all rights stay with k-takata. Use it as a reference, and ask the author before reusing the design.
Can I test firmware for the PCB avr dx unbricker without the hardware?
Yes. HardLabs builds a simulation of the board from its netlist and BOM, so you can run and debug AVR/Arduino firmware against it before you order a PCB.
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