3 open source boards using the 7404N

Real designs built with the 7404N, from public GitHub projects: a quick way to see how others power, decouple and connect it. Each board comes with its KiCad files, full parts list and a render — and you can simulate its firmware on HardLabs.

The 7404N in open source designs

The gallery holds 3 open source boards using the 7404N from 1 GitHub repository; a typical one measures about 177.8 × 152.4 mm and carries around 143 components.

100% use four copper layers or more, and 0% carry an open source license.

The most starred is Cpu blitter inputs by clydeshaffer.

7404N: common questions

Where can I find a 7404N reference design?

Each of the 3 boards on this page is a real design using the 7404N. Open one to see how it is wired up, with the full BOM, a render of the layout and links to its KiCad files.

How big is a typical board using the 7404N?

The median is 177.8 × 152.4 mm, and 0% are two-layer designs.

What is the most popular open source board using the 7404N?

By GitHub stars, Cpu blitter inputs by clydeshaffer, with 146 stars.

Can I simulate one of these boards using the 7404N before building it?

Yes. HardLabs turns a board's netlist and BOM into a working simulation, so you can boot and test firmware against it with no hardware on your desk.

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