4 open source boards using the MAX6817
Real designs built with the MAX6817, 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.
Stepper controller 5x3
janelia-kicad
121.3 × 67.3 mm65 parts2LCustom license0
NXPModular device base 3x2
85.1 × 41.9 mm36 parts2LCustom license0
NXPMarkup testing
peterpolidoro
85.1 × 41.9 mm36 parts2LCustom license0
Step dir controller 3x2
69.9 × 40.6 mm23 parts2LCustom license0
The MAX6817 in open source designs
The gallery holds 4 open source boards using the MAX6817 from 4 GitHub repositories; a typical one measures about 85.1 × 41.9 mm and carries around 36 components.
100% are two-layer designs, the rest use four layers or more, and 0% carry an open source license.
The most starred is Stepper controller 5x3 by janelia-kicad.
Parts used alongside the MAX6817
Microcontrollers on boards using the MAX6817
What boards using the MAX6817 are built for
MAX6817: common questions
Where can I find a MAX6817 reference design?
Each of the 4 boards on this page is a real design using the MAX6817. 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 MAX6817 use?
Most are built on NXP (2).
How big is a typical board using the MAX6817?
The median is 85.1 × 41.9 mm, and 100% are two-layer designs.
What is the most popular open source board using the MAX6817?
By GitHub stars, Stepper controller 5x3 by janelia-kicad, with 0 stars.
Can I simulate one of these boards using the MAX6817 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.