Simple switching network
About the Simple switching network PCB
Simple switching network is an open source PCB design by SmittyHalibut, published on GitHub. It is a 2-layer board measuring 100.3 × 100.3 mm, with 12 components from 10 distinct parts.
By type, the board carries 5 capacitors, 2 connectors, 2 diodes, 2 inductors and 1 resistor.
From the project
Notes and files for my BayCon 2021 presentation Raw data, and analysis of data, from NanoVNA Saver of my build of this antenna. Diagram for full switching network OpenSCAD and .stl files for my top-of-mast spreader bracket
Simple switching network bill of materials (BOM)
12 components, 10 distinct parts.
| Qty | Part | Footprint | Refs |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Matching Network | MatchingNetworkModule | J2 |
| 1 | VNA Test Port | SMA_Amphenol_132134-14_Vertical | J3 |
| 1 | Phase Swapped | LED_D5.0mm | D1 |
| 1 | 1N4001 | D_DO-41_SOD81_P10.16mm_Horizontal | D2 |
| 1 | RF Choke | L_Toroid_Vertical_L35.6mm_W17.8mm_P12.70mm_Pulse_E | L1 |
| 1 | 1:1 Balun | Balun-FT140 | L2 |
| 3 | .1uF 1kV | C_Rect_L10.0mm_W5.0mm_P5.00mm_P7.50mm | C1, C2, C3 |
| 1 | 10uF | CP_Radial_D10.0mm_P2.50mm_P5.00mm | C4 |
| 1 | .1uF | C_Rect_L7.0mm_W3.5mm_P2.50mm_P5.00mm | C5 |
| 1 | 2.2k | R_Axial_DIN0207_L6.3mm_D2.5mm_P10.16mm_Horizontal | R1 |
Simple switching network design files
The KiCad project lives in the SmittyHalibut/DoubleDeltaSlotAntenna repository on GitHub; these links point at the commit this page was built from.
Simple switching network: common questions
How big is the Simple switching network PCB?
The Simple switching network measures 100.3 × 100.3 mm, has 2 copper layers and is 1.6 mm thick.
How many components are on the Simple switching network?
12 components, from 10 distinct parts. The full bill of materials is listed on this page.
Where can I download the Simple switching network design files?
From the SmittyHalibut/DoubleDeltaSlotAntenna repository on GitHub, which has the KiCad layout; the links under Design files point to each one.
Can I use the Simple switching network design in my own project?
The repository has no license, so all rights stay with SmittyHalibut. Use it as a reference, and ask the author before reusing the design.
