Xml2net
About the Xml2net PCB
Xml2net is an open source PCB design by KeithSloan, published on GitHub under the LGPL-3.0 license. It is a 2-layer board measuring 55.7 × 30.6 mm, with 6 components from 6 distinct parts.
By type, the board carries 3 resistors, 1 transistor, 1 inductor and 1 capacitor.
From the project
Convert Fritzing XML netlist to KiCAD netlist
Python program to convert Fritzing XML Netlist to KiCAD netlist
python xml2net.py [Source XML file] [OutputNetfile]
- Create breadboard circuit in Fritzing - Export circuit to XML Netlist - File | Export Netlist
- Invoke schematic EEschema - Then select run CvPCB - third icon from right - op amp & ic - Then open Netlist - File | Open - Allocate foot prints - Save as cmp file - helps to name same prefix as netlist - Go to PcbNew - Open Netlist and associated cmp file - Make sure select option - top arrow right hand side - Select Mode - fourth icon from right - ic with cross arrows - Right…
Xml2net bill of materials (BOM)
6 components, 6 distinct parts.
| Qty | Part | Footprint | Refs |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | NPN-Transistor | TO-220_Bipolar-BCE_Horizontal-KS | Q1 |
| 1 | Inductor | INDUCTOR_V | L1 |
| 1 | Ceramic_Capacitor | C_Axial_D5_L11_P18 | C1 |
| 1 | 220Ω_Resistor | Resistor_Cement_Horizontal_Meggitt-SBC-2 | R1 |
| 1 | 400Ω_Resistor | Resistor_Cement_Horizontal_Meggitt-SBC-2 | R2 |
| 1 | 100Ω_Resistor | Resistor_Cement_Horizontal_Meggitt-SBC-2 | R3 |
Xml2net design files
The KiCad project lives in the KeithSloan/xml2net repository on GitHub; these links point at the commit this page was built from.
Xml2net: common questions
How big is the Xml2net PCB?
The Xml2net measures 55.7 × 30.6 mm, has 2 copper layers and is 1.6 mm thick.
How many components are on the Xml2net?
6 components, from 6 distinct parts. The full bill of materials is listed on this page.
Where can I download the Xml2net design files?
From the KeithSloan/xml2net repository on GitHub, which has the KiCad layout; the links under Design files point to each one.
Can I use the Xml2net design in my own project?
Yes, under the terms of its LGPL-3.0 license, which KeithSloan chose for the repository.