5 open source boards using the VS1838B

Real designs built with the VS1838B, 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 VS1838B in open source designs

The gallery holds 5 open source boards using the VS1838B from 1 GitHub repository; a typical one measures about 75.2 × 74.7 mm and carries around 157 components.

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

The most starred is ESP32-EVB by OLIMEX.

Microcontrollers on boards using the VS1838B

What boards using the VS1838B are built for

VS1838B: common questions

Where can I find a VS1838B reference design?

Each of the 5 boards on this page is a real design using the VS1838B. 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 VS1838B use?

Most are built on ESP32 (5).

How big is a typical board using the VS1838B?

The median is 75.2 × 74.7 mm, and 100% are two-layer designs.

What is the most popular open source board using the VS1838B?

By GitHub stars, ESP32-EVB by OLIMEX, with 285 stars.

Can I simulate one of these boards using the VS1838B 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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