2 open source boards using the WS2812S

Real designs built with the WS2812S, 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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The WS2812S in open source designs

The gallery holds 2 open source boards using the WS2812S from 1 GitHub repository; a typical one measures about 75.7 × 72.9 mm and carries around 33 components.

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

The most starred is 53xLIDAR by valerionew.

Microcontrollers on boards using the WS2812S

STM32 1

What boards using the WS2812S are built for

Sensors 2

WS2812S: common questions

Where can I find a WS2812S reference design?

Each of the 2 boards on this page is a real design using the WS2812S. 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 WS2812S use?

Most are built on STM32 (1).

How big is a typical board using the WS2812S?

The median is 75.7 × 72.9 mm, and 100% are two-layer designs.

What is the most popular open source board using the WS2812S?

By GitHub stars, 53xLIDAR by valerionew, with 11 stars.

Can I simulate one of these boards using the WS2812S 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.