MAUS
About the MAUS PCB
MAUS is an open source AVR/Arduino PCB design by MAKERSUN99, published on GitHub under the GPL-3.0 license. It is a 2-layer board measuring 32.6 × 19.4 mm, with 14 components from 12 distinct parts.
Its main chip is the ATTINY85-20SU, from the AVR/Arduino family. By type, the board carries 5 resistors, 4 diodes, 2 connectors, 2 capacitors and 1 IC.
It belongs with the displays & leds designs in this gallery.
From the project
MAUS Arduino USB Mouse Jiggler – Mini Programmable ATtiny85 – Open Source
MAUS is a compact Arduino-based device that simulates mouse movements to prevent screensavers and keep your computer active. Small, fun, and fully programmable, it also adds a splash of RGB flair to your workspace! ✨
MAUS generates small, fake mouse movements (1 pixel up and down) to keep your computer active and disable screensavers. Perfect for automation without interaction and a little ambient light fun! 💡
Main components on the MAUS
MAUS bill of materials (BOM)
14 components, 12 distinct parts.
| Qty | Part | Footprint | Refs |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | ATTINY85-20SU Microchip Technology | SOIC-8_W5.6mm_MOD | U1 |
| 1 | USB1061-GF-L-A | USB1061GFLA | J1 |
| 1 | Conn_01x05_Male | PinHeader_1x05_P1.27mm_Vertical | J2 |
| 1 | WS2812B | LED_WS2812B_PLCC4_5.0x5.0mm_P3.2mm | D1 |
| 1 | LED | LED_1206_3216Metric_Pad1.42x1.75mm_HandSolder | D2 |
| 2 | BZT52-C3V3_R1_00001 | D_SOD-123 | D3, D4 |
| 1 | 100n | C_1206_3216Metric_Pad1.33x1.80mm_HandSolder | C1 |
| 1 | 100u | C_1206_3216Metric_Pad1.33x1.80mm_HandSolder | C3 |
| 1 | 1k5 | R_1206_3216Metric_Pad1.30x1.75mm_HandSolder | R1 |
| 2 | 68 | R_1206_3216Metric_Pad1.30x1.75mm_HandSolder | R2, R3 |
| 1 | 220 | R_1206_3216Metric_Pad1.30x1.75mm_HandSolder | R5 |
| 1 | 10k | R_1206_3216Metric_Pad1.30x1.75mm_HandSolder | R6 |
MAUS design files
The KiCad project lives in the MAKERSUN99/MAUS repository on GitHub; these links point at the commit this page was built from.
- LayoutHARDWARE/topo.kicad_pcb
- SchematicHARDWARE/topo.kicad_sch
MAUS: common questions
What microcontroller does the MAUS use?
The MAUS is built around the ATTINY85-20SU, from the AVR/Arduino family.
How big is the MAUS PCB?
The MAUS measures 32.6 × 19.4 mm, has 2 copper layers and is 1.6 mm thick.
How many components are on the MAUS?
14 components, from 12 distinct parts. The full bill of materials is listed on this page.
Where can I download the MAUS design files?
From the MAKERSUN99/MAUS repository on GitHub, which has the KiCad layout and the schematic; the links under Design files point to each one.
Can I use the MAUS design in my own project?
Yes, under the terms of its GPL-3.0 license, which MAKERSUN99 chose for the repository.
Can I test firmware for the MAUS 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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