3 open source boards using the LM3914N

Real designs built with the LM3914N, 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 LM3914N in open source designs

The gallery holds 3 open source boards using the LM3914N from 3 GitHub repositories; a typical one measures about 66.5 × 43 mm and carries around 15 components.

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

The most starred is SW-Meter by wodowiesel.

What boards using the LM3914N are built for

LM3914N: common questions

Where can I find a LM3914N reference design?

Each of the 3 boards on this page is a real design using the LM3914N. 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 LM3914N?

The median is 66.5 × 43 mm, and 100% are two-layer designs.

What is the most popular open source board using the LM3914N?

By GitHub stars, SW-Meter by wodowiesel, with 6 stars.

Can I simulate one of these boards using the LM3914N 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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