1 open source board using the ZIF Socket
Real designs built with the ZIF Socket, 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.
andrewteallThe ZIF Socket in open source designs
The gallery holds 1 open source boards using the ZIF Socket from 1 GitHub repository; a typical one measures about 70 × 56 mm and carries around 4 components.
100% are two-layer designs, the rest use four layers or more, and 100% carry an open source license.
The most starred is Pi eeprom programmer by andrewteall.
Microcontrollers on boards using the ZIF Socket
What boards using the ZIF Socket are built for
ZIF Socket: common questions
Where can I find a ZIF Socket reference design?
Each of the 1 boards on this page is a real design using the ZIF Socket. 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 ZIF Socket use?
Most are built on Raspberry Pi (1).
How big is a typical board using the ZIF Socket?
The median is 70 × 56 mm, and 100% are two-layer designs.
What is the most popular open source board using the ZIF Socket?
By GitHub stars, Pi eeprom programmer by andrewteall, with 20 stars.
Can I simulate one of these boards using the ZIF Socket 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.