3 open source boards using the CAT24C256W

Real designs built with the CAT24C256W, 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 CAT24C256W in open source designs

The gallery holds 3 open source boards using the CAT24C256W from 3 GitHub repositories; a typical one measures about 86.4 × 54.6 mm and carries around 27 components.

100% are two-layer designs, the rest use four layers or more, and 33% carry an open source license.

The most starred is LCCCANCape by RobertPHeller.

What boards using the CAT24C256W are built for

CAT24C256W: common questions

Where can I find a CAT24C256W reference design?

Each of the 3 boards on this page is a real design using the CAT24C256W. 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 CAT24C256W?

The median is 86.4 × 54.6 mm, and 100% are two-layer designs.

What is the most popular open source board using the CAT24C256W?

By GitHub stars, LCCCANCape by RobertPHeller, with 24 stars.

Can I simulate one of these boards using the CAT24C256W 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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