2 open source boards using the CD4046
Real designs built with the CD4046, 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.
Twangilizer
shannon-greenlight
101.3 × 110 mm454 parts4LNo license1
Pipes main
70.8 × 110 mm207 parts4LNo license2
The CD4046 in open source designs
The gallery holds 2 open source boards using the CD4046 from 2 GitHub repositories; a typical one measures about 86.1 × 110 mm and carries around 331 components.
100% use four copper layers or more, and 0% carry an open source license.
The most starred is Pipes main by shannon-greenlight.
Parts used alongside the CD4046
CD4046: common questions
Where can I find a CD4046 reference design?
Each of the 2 boards on this page is a real design using the CD4046. Open one to see how it is wired up, with the full BOM, a render of the layout and links to its KiCad files.
What parts are used alongside the CD4046?
The CD4017, LM317_SOT-223 and TL072CP appear in the most repositories here.
How big is a typical board using the CD4046?
The median is 86.1 × 110 mm, and 0% are two-layer designs.
What is the most popular open source board using the CD4046?
By GitHub stars, Pipes main by shannon-greenlight, with 2 stars.
Can I simulate one of these boards using the CD4046 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.