TSAL-DRV
michaelruppe·FSAE·TSAL/TSAL-DRV/TSAL-DRV.kicad_pcb
About the TSAL-DRV PCB
TSAL-DRV is an open source PCB design by michaelruppe, published on GitHub under the MIT license. It is a 2-layer board measuring 42.6 × 42.5 mm, with 26 components from 18 distinct parts.
Other key parts include the NE555, AMS1117-5.0 and 74LVC1G17. By type, the board carries 7 capacitors, 7 resistors, 4 diodes, 3 ICs, 3 transistors and 2 connectors.
From the project
Projects for Formula SAE Electric Vehicle competition (Australia 2019/2020)
The Tractive System Active Light is a red/green indicator light that indicates the presence of high-voltage in the Tractive System. The following design for a TSAL driver is split across two modules. The High-Voltage Measurement module (HVM) and the Indicator Module (DRV). The HVM connects to the output of the AIRs, and is located in the accumulator housing. The HVM is responsible for detecting whether Tractive System voltage is above or below the safe threshold.

Main components on the TSAL-DRV
TSAL-DRV bill of materials (BOM)
26 components, 18 distinct parts.
| Qty | Part | Footprint | Refs |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | NE555 | SOIC-8_3.9x4.9mm_P1.27mm | U1 |
| 1 | AMS1117-5.0 | SOT-223-3_TabPin2 | U2 |
| 1 | 74LVC1G17 | SOT-353_SC-70-5 | U3 |
| 2 | MCT06P10-TP | SOT-223-3_TabPin2 | Q1, Q3 |
| 1 | 2N7002 | SOT-23 | Q2 |
| 1 | Conn_01x08_Male | Molex-Mini-Fit-Jr-8-pin-P4.2mm-RowP4.2mm | J1 |
| 1 | Conn_01x03_Male | Molex-Mini-Fit-Jr-4-pin-P4.2mm-RowP4.2mm | J2 |
| 1 | VHI | LED_1206_3216Metric_Pad1.42x1.75mm_HandSolder | D1 |
| 1 | VLO | LED_1206_3216Metric_Pad1.42x1.75mm_HandSolder | D2 |
| 1 | BZX84C5V1 | D_SOT-23_ANK | D3 |
| 1 | D | D_SMA | D4 |
| 2 | 100n | C_0805_2012Metric_Pad1.15x1.40mm_HandSolder | C1, C6 |
| 2 | 10n | C_0805_2012Metric_Pad1.15x1.40mm_HandSolder | C2, C7 |
| 1 | 1u | C_0805_2012Metric | C3 |
| 2 | 1u | C_0805_2012Metric_Pad1.15x1.40mm_HandSolder | C4, C5 |
| 3 | 2k2 | R_1206_3216Metric_Pad1.42x1.75mm_HandSolder | R1, R6, R7 |
| 3 | 220k | R_1206_3216Metric_Pad1.42x1.75mm_HandSolder | R2, R4, R5 |
| 1 | 22k | R_1206_3216Metric_Pad1.42x1.75mm_HandSolder | R3 |
TSAL-DRV design files
The KiCad project lives in the michaelruppe/FSAE repository on GitHub; these links point at the commit this page was built from.
TSAL-DRV: common questions
How big is the TSAL-DRV PCB?
The TSAL-DRV measures 42.6 × 42.5 mm, has 2 copper layers and is 1.6 mm thick.
How many components are on the TSAL-DRV?
26 components, from 18 distinct parts. The full bill of materials is listed on this page.
Where can I download the TSAL-DRV design files?
From the michaelruppe/FSAE repository on GitHub, which has the KiCad layout; the links under Design files point to each one.
Can I use the TSAL-DRV design in my own project?
Yes, under the terms of its MIT license, which michaelruppe chose for the repository.