2 open source boards using the HCPL-181
Real designs built with the HCPL-181, 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.
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The HCPL-181 in open source designs
The gallery holds 2 open source boards using the HCPL-181 from 2 GitHub repositories; a typical one measures about 99 × 79.7 mm and carries around 75 components.
100% are two-layer designs, the rest use four layers or more, and 0% carry an open source license.
The most starred is Pcb bcu2 by geertu.
Parts used alongside the HCPL-181
Microcontrollers on boards using the HCPL-181
HCPL-181: common questions
Where can I find a HCPL-181 reference design?
Each of the 2 boards on this page is a real design using the HCPL-181. 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 HCPL-181 use?
Most are built on NXP (1).
How big is a typical board using the HCPL-181?
The median is 99 × 79.7 mm, and 100% are two-layer designs.
What is the most popular open source board using the HCPL-181?
By GitHub stars, Pcb bcu2 by geertu, with 3 stars.
Can I simulate one of these boards using the HCPL-181 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.