2 open source boards using the BEAGLEBONEBLACK
Real designs built with the BEAGLEBONEBLACK, 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.
BBB16 Expansion
computergeek1507
99.5 × 88.5 mm40 parts2LCERN-OHL-S-2.078
BBB16 Flex
162.6 × 59.2 mm26 parts2LCERN-OHL-S-2.078
The BEAGLEBONEBLACK in open source designs
The gallery holds 2 open source boards using the BEAGLEBONEBLACK from 1 GitHub repository; a typical one measures about 131 × 73.8 mm and carries around 33 components.
100% are two-layer designs, the rest use four layers or more, and 100% carry an open source license.
The most starred is BBB16 Expansion by computergeek1507.
BEAGLEBONEBLACK: common questions
Where can I find a BEAGLEBONEBLACK reference design?
Each of the 2 boards on this page is a real design using the BEAGLEBONEBLACK. 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 BEAGLEBONEBLACK?
The median is 131 × 73.8 mm, and 100% are two-layer designs.
What is the most popular open source board using the BEAGLEBONEBLACK?
By GitHub stars, BBB16 Expansion by computergeek1507, with 78 stars.
Can I simulate one of these boards using the BEAGLEBONEBLACK 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.