1 open source board using the LM2596 DC-DC Converter
Real designs built with the LM2596 DC-DC Converter, 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.
KaldekThe LM2596 DC-DC Converter in open source designs
The gallery holds 1 open source boards using the LM2596 DC-DC Converter from 1 GitHub repository; a typical one measures about 55 × 82.7 mm and carries around 20 components.
100% are two-layer designs, the rest use four layers or more, and 100% carry an open source license.
The most starred is RatGDO-OpenSource-Bare-ESP8266 by Kaldek.
Microcontrollers on boards using the LM2596 DC-DC Converter
What boards using the LM2596 DC-DC Converter are built for
LM2596 DC-DC Converter: common questions
Where can I find a LM2596 DC-DC Converter reference design?
Each of the 1 boards on this page is a real design using the LM2596 DC-DC Converter. 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 LM2596 DC-DC Converter use?
Most are built on ESP8266 (1).
How big is a typical board using the LM2596 DC-DC Converter?
The median is 55 × 82.7 mm, and 100% are two-layer designs.
What is the most popular open source board using the LM2596 DC-DC Converter?
By GitHub stars, RatGDO-OpenSource-Bare-ESP8266 by Kaldek, with 506 stars.
Can I simulate one of these boards using the LM2596 DC-DC Converter 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.