Kicad intro project
About the Kicad intro project PCB
Kicad intro project is an open source PCB design by SDSURocketProject, published on GitHub. It is a 2-layer board measuring 38.7 × 19.4 mm, with 8 components from 7 distinct parts.
Other key parts include the LM555. By type, the board carries 2 battery holders, 2 capacitors, 2 resistors, 1 IC and 1 diode.
From the project
We will be creating an Astable timer circuit using a 555 timer, an LED, resistors, capacitors, and batteries. 555 timers can be used to generate stable and accurate oscillations or time delays. In our case, we will be using this timer to run in Astable operation mode, which means
We will be creating an Astable timer circuit using a 555 timer, an LED, resistors, capacitors, and batteries. 555 timers can be used to generate stable and accurate oscillations or time delays. In our case, we will be using this timer to run in Astable operation mode, which means that it will begin a free running oscillation. I recommend reading through the datasheet linked above, as lots of useful information can be found there! The frequency of the oscillations can be controlled by the value of resistors and capacitors that you choose to use in your circuit.
Main components on the Kicad intro project
Kicad intro project bill of materials (BOM)
8 components, 7 distinct parts.
| Qty | Part | Footprint | Refs |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | LM555 | SOIC-8_3.9x4.9mm_P1.27mm | U1 |
| 2 | 3V | BatteryHolder_LINX_BAT-HLD-012-SMT | BT1, BT2 |
| 1 | LED | LED_0805_2012Metric | D1 |
| 1 | 0.01u | C_0805_2012Metric | C1 |
| 1 | 10u | C_0805_2012Metric | C2 |
| 1 | 5k | R_0805_2012Metric | R1 |
| 1 | 10k | R_0805_2012Metric | R2 |
Kicad intro project design files
The KiCad project lives in the SDSURocketProject/kicad-intro-project repository on GitHub; these links point at the commit this page was built from.
Kicad intro project: common questions
How big is the Kicad intro project PCB?
The Kicad intro project measures 38.7 × 19.4 mm, has 2 copper layers and is 1.6 mm thick.
How many components are on the Kicad intro project?
8 components, from 7 distinct parts. The full bill of materials is listed on this page.
Where can I download the Kicad intro project design files?
From the SDSURocketProject/kicad-intro-project repository on GitHub, which has the KiCad layout; the links under Design files point to each one.
Can I use the Kicad intro project design in my own project?
The repository has no license, so all rights stay with SDSURocketProject. Use it as a reference, and ask the author before reusing the design.