2 open source boards using the 8085
Real designs built with the 8085, 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.
Cpu8085
hotkeysoft
100 × 100 mm30 parts2LNo license2
8085-explorer
bazsimarkus
120 × 80 mm55 parts2LNo license1
The 8085 in open source designs
The gallery holds 2 open source boards using the 8085 from 2 GitHub repositories; a typical one measures about 110 × 90 mm and carries around 43 components.
100% are two-layer designs, the rest use four layers or more, and 0% carry an open source license.
The most starred is Cpu8085-kicad by hotkeysoft.
Parts used alongside the 8085
What boards using the 8085 are built for
8085: common questions
Where can I find a 8085 reference design?
Each of the 2 boards on this page is a real design using the 8085. 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 8085?
The median is 110 × 90 mm, and 100% are two-layer designs.
What is the most popular open source board using the 8085?
By GitHub stars, Cpu8085-kicad by hotkeysoft, with 2 stars.
Can I simulate one of these boards using the 8085 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.