5 open source boards using the NodeMCU_1.0_(ESP-12E)
Real designs built with the NodeMCU_1.0_(ESP-12E), 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.
ESP8266Esp8266-io board
tute-avalos
69.9 × 62.9 mm19 parts2LCC-BY-SA-4.02
ESP8266NodeMCU-Metriful
axello
81.7 × 57.1 mm21 parts2LNo license1
ESP8266NodeMCU-Metriful old
83.5 × 71.9 mm20 parts2LNo license1
ESP8266Rgbw 12v controller
SmartHome-yourself
95.8 × 62.2 mm21 parts2LGPL-2.06
ESP8266SensorPyramide
49 × 64 mm11 parts2LGPL-2.06
The NodeMCU_1.0_(ESP-12E) in open source designs
The gallery holds 5 open source boards using the NodeMCU_1.0_(ESP-12E) from 3 GitHub repositories; a typical one measures about 81.7 × 62.9 mm and carries around 20 components.
100% are two-layer designs, the rest use four layers or more, and 60% carry an open source license.
The most starred is Rgbw 12v controller by SmartHome-yourself.
Microcontrollers on boards using the NodeMCU_1.0_(ESP-12E)
What boards using the NodeMCU_1.0_(ESP-12E) are built for
NodeMCU_1.0_(ESP-12E): common questions
Where can I find a NodeMCU_1.0_(ESP-12E) reference design?
Each of the 5 boards on this page is a real design using the NodeMCU_1.0_(ESP-12E). 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 NodeMCU_1.0_(ESP-12E) use?
Most are built on ESP8266 (5).
How big is a typical board using the NodeMCU_1.0_(ESP-12E)?
The median is 81.7 × 62.9 mm, and 100% are two-layer designs.
What is the most popular open source board using the NodeMCU_1.0_(ESP-12E)?
By GitHub stars, Rgbw 12v controller by SmartHome-yourself, with 6 stars.
Can I simulate one of these boards using the NodeMCU_1.0_(ESP-12E) 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.