4 open source boards using the BQ21040DBV

Real designs built with the BQ21040DBV, 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 BQ21040DBV in open source designs

The gallery holds 4 open source boards using the BQ21040DBV from 3 GitHub repositories; a typical one measures about 64 × 53 mm and carries around 44 components.

75% use four copper layers or more, and 0% carry an open source license.

The most starred is Nyx by Shadow220108.

Microcontrollers on boards using the BQ21040DBV

What boards using the BQ21040DBV are built for

BQ21040DBV: common questions

Where can I find a BQ21040DBV reference design?

Each of the 4 boards on this page is a real design using the BQ21040DBV. Open one to see how it is wired up, with the full BOM, a render of the layout and links to its KiCad files.

Which microcontrollers do boards using the BQ21040DBV use?

Most are built on ESP32 (2) and RP2040/RP2350 (2).

How big is a typical board using the BQ21040DBV?

The median is 64 × 53 mm, and 25% are two-layer designs.

What is the most popular open source board using the BQ21040DBV?

By GitHub stars, Nyx by Shadow220108, with 1 stars.

Can I simulate one of these boards using the BQ21040DBV 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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