2 open source boards using the MC6847
Real designs built with the MC6847, 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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teblThe MC6847 in open source designs
The gallery holds 2 open source boards using the MC6847 from 2 GitHub repositories; a typical one measures about 99.5 × 87.3 mm and carries around 41 components.
100% are two-layer designs, the rest use four layers or more, and 100% carry an open source license.
The most starred is RC6502 VDU by tebl.
What boards using the MC6847 are built for
MC6847: common questions
Where can I find a MC6847 reference design?
Each of the 2 boards on this page is a real design using the MC6847. 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 MC6847?
The 74LS244, 74LS245 and 74LS32 appear in the most repositories here.
How big is a typical board using the MC6847?
The median is 99.5 × 87.3 mm, and 100% are two-layer designs.
What is the most popular open source board using the MC6847?
By GitHub stars, RC6502 VDU by tebl, with 192 stars.
Can I simulate one of these boards using the MC6847 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.