TSALv3
michaelruppe·FSAE·TSALv3/TSALv3.kicad_pcb
About the TSALv3 PCB
TSALv3 is an open source PCB design by michaelruppe, published on GitHub under the MIT license. It is a 2-layer board measuring 71.6 × 42.7 mm, with 38 components from 25 distinct parts.
Other key parts include the SPAN02A-12, LM311, 4N35 and NE555. By type, the board carries 19 resistors, 6 capacitors, 4 ICs, 4 transistors, 3 diodes and 2 connectors.
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Main components on the TSALv3
TSALv3 bill of materials (BOM)
38 components, 25 distinct parts.
| Qty | Part | Footprint | Refs |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | SPAN02A-12 | SPAN02 | U1 |
| 1 | LM311 | SOIC-8_3.9x4.9mm_P1.27mm | U2 |
| 1 | 4N35 | DIP-6_W7.62mm | U3 |
| 1 | NE555 | SOIC-8_3.9x4.9mm_P1.27mm | U4 |
| 2 | 2N7002 | SOT-23 | Q1, Q3 |
| 2 | MCT06P10-TP | SOT-223-3_TabPin2 | Q2, Q4 |
| 1 | Conn_01x06_Female | Molex_Micro-Fit_3.0_43045-0612_2x03_P3.00mm_Vertical | J1 |
| 1 | HV | Molex_Mini-Fit_Jr_5566-02A_2x01_P4.20mm_Vertical | J2 |
| 1 | D | D_SMA | D1 |
| 1 | 12V | D_DO-35_SOD27_P7.62mm_Horizontal | D2 |
| 1 | VHI | LED_0805_2012Metric_Pad1.15x1.40mm_HandSolder | D3 |
| 2 | 1u | C_0805_2012Metric_Pad1.15x1.40mm_HandSolder | C1, C6 |
| 1 | 10n | C_0805_2012Metric_Pad1.15x1.40mm_HandSolder | C2 |
| 3 | 100n | C_0805_2012Metric_Pad1.15x1.40mm_HandSolder | C3, C4, C5 |
| 1 | 75k | R_1206_3216Metric_Pad1.42x1.75mm_HandSolder | R1 |
| 4 | 249k | R_1206_3216Metric_Pad1.42x1.75mm_HandSolder | R2, R4, R6, R7 |
| 1 | 24k | R_1206_3216Metric_Pad1.42x1.75mm_HandSolder | R3 |
| 1 | 900 | R_1206_3216Metric_Pad1.42x1.75mm_HandSolder | R5 |
| 1 | 49k9 | R_1206_3216Metric_Pad1.42x1.75mm_HandSolder | R8 |
| 3 | 2k2 | R_1206_3216Metric_Pad1.42x1.75mm_HandSolder | R9, R13, R19 |
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| Qty | Part | Footprint | Refs |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2 | 100 | R_1206_3216Metric_Pad1.42x1.75mm_HandSolder | R10, R11 |
| 1 | 1M | R_1206_3216Metric_Pad1.42x1.75mm_HandSolder | R12 |
| 2 | 10k | R_1206_3216Metric_Pad1.42x1.75mm_HandSolder | R14, R18 |
| 2 | 22k | R_1206_3216Metric_Pad1.42x1.75mm_HandSolder | R15, R16 |
| 1 | 220k | R_1206_3216Metric_Pad1.42x1.75mm_HandSolder | R17 |
TSALv3 design files
The KiCad project lives in the michaelruppe/FSAE repository on GitHub; these links point at the commit this page was built from.
- LayoutTSALv3/TSALv3.kicad_pcb
- SchematicTSALv3/TSALv3.kicad_sch
TSALv3: common questions
How big is the TSALv3 PCB?
The TSALv3 measures 71.6 × 42.7 mm, has 2 copper layers and is 1.6 mm thick.
How many components are on the TSALv3?
38 components, from 25 distinct parts. The full bill of materials is listed on this page.
Where can I download the TSALv3 design files?
From the michaelruppe/FSAE repository on GitHub, which has the KiCad layout and the schematic; the links under Design files point to each one.
Can I use the TSALv3 design in my own project?
Yes, under the terms of its MIT license, which michaelruppe chose for the repository.