1 open source board using the WS2812B-Mini
Real designs built with the WS2812B-Mini, 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.
fubiniricciThe WS2812B-Mini in open source designs
The gallery holds 1 open source boards using the WS2812B-Mini from 1 GitHub repository; a typical one measures about 40 × 30 mm and carries around 20 components.
100% are two-layer designs, the rest use four layers or more, and 100% carry an open source license.
The most starred is NOVA-S3 by fubiniricci.
Microcontrollers on boards using the WS2812B-Mini
What boards using the WS2812B-Mini are built for
WS2812B-Mini: common questions
Where can I find a WS2812B-Mini reference design?
Each of the 1 boards on this page is a real design using the WS2812B-Mini. 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 WS2812B-Mini use?
Most are built on ESP32 (1).
How big is a typical board using the WS2812B-Mini?
The median is 40 × 30 mm, and 100% are two-layer designs.
What is the most popular open source board using the WS2812B-Mini?
By GitHub stars, NOVA-S3 by fubiniricci, with 0 stars.
Can I simulate one of these boards using the WS2812B-Mini 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.