Simple counter rs
sephynox·simple-counter-rs·schematic/simple-counter.kicad_pcb
About the Simple counter rs PCB
Simple counter rs is an open source AVR/Arduino PCB design by sephynox, published on GitHub under the MIT license. It is a 2-layer board measuring 68.8 × 53.6 mm, with 6 components from 4 distinct parts.
Its main chip is the Arduino_Uno_R3_Shield, from the AVR/Arduino family. Other key parts include the 74HC595. By type, the board carries 2 ICs, 2 capacitors, 1 module and 1 LED.
From the project
A complete embedded device example in Rust using an Arduino, KiCad, and Fusion360.
A Rust-based PlatformIO Arduino project for controlling a 4-digit 7-segment display with incrementing counter functionality. The purpose of this project is to develop a simple PCB, software, and case design as a template for developing hardware devices from ideation to production.
- Efficient multiplexed display using 74HC595 shift registers - Safe interrupt handling with Mutex - Hardware abstraction layer for Arduino integration

Main components on the Simple counter rs
Simple counter rs bill of materials (BOM)
6 components, 4 distinct parts.
| Qty | Part | Footprint | Refs |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2 | 74HC595 | DIP-16_W7.62mm_LongPads | U1, U2 |
| 1 | Arduino_Uno_R3_Shield | Arduino_Uno_R3_Shield_TW | A1 |
| 1 | 7 Segment LED 3641BH (4Digits) | LEDSEG_0.36_4 | DS1 |
| 2 | 100nF | C_Disc_D5.0mm_W2.5mm_P2.50mm | C1, C2 |
Simple counter rs design files
The KiCad project lives in the sephynox/simple-counter-rs repository on GitHub; these links point at the commit this page was built from.
Simple counter rs: common questions
What microcontroller does the Simple counter rs use?
The Simple counter rs is built around the Arduino_Uno_R3_Shield, from the AVR/Arduino family.
How big is the Simple counter rs PCB?
The Simple counter rs measures 68.8 × 53.6 mm, has 2 copper layers and is 1.6 mm thick.
How many components are on the Simple counter rs?
6 components, from 4 distinct parts. The full bill of materials is listed on this page.
Where can I download the Simple counter rs design files?
From the sephynox/simple-counter-rs repository on GitHub, which has the KiCad layout and the schematic; the links under Design files point to each one.
Can I use the Simple counter rs design in my own project?
Yes, under the terms of its MIT license, which sephynox chose for the repository.
Can I test firmware for the Simple counter rs without the hardware?
Yes. HardLabs builds a simulation of the board from its netlist and BOM, so you can run and debug AVR/Arduino firmware against it before you order a PCB.
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