2 open source boards using the MB85RS16

Real designs built with the MB85RS16, 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 MB85RS16 in open source designs

The gallery holds 2 open source boards using the MB85RS16 from 2 GitHub repositories; a typical one measures about 30 × 16 mm and carries around 39 components.

100% are two-layer designs, the rest use four layers or more, and 0% carry an open source license.

The most starred is Blaustahl by machdyne.

Parts used alongside the MB85RS16

Microcontrollers on boards using the MB85RS16

What boards using the MB85RS16 are built for

MB85RS16: common questions

Where can I find a MB85RS16 reference design?

Each of the 2 boards on this page is a real design using the MB85RS16. 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 MB85RS16?

The NCP115, RP2040 and W25Q32JVSS appear in the most repositories here.

Which microcontrollers do boards using the MB85RS16 use?

Most are built on RP2040/RP2350 (2).

How big is a typical board using the MB85RS16?

The median is 30 × 16 mm, and 100% are two-layer designs.

What is the most popular open source board using the MB85RS16?

By GitHub stars, Blaustahl by machdyne, with 132 stars.

Can I simulate one of these boards using the MB85RS16 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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