BioMeta
About the BioMeta PCB
BioMeta is an open source PCB design by Volus208, published on GitHub under the GPL-3.0 license. It is a 2-layer board measuring 478.6 × 145.3 mm, with 299 components from 13 distinct parts.
Other key parts include the ProMicro. By type, the board carries 98 relays, 98 LEDs, 98 diodes, 2 ICs and 2 connectors.
It belongs with the keyboards, displays & leds and sensors designs in this gallery.
From the project
A split 96% keyboard with fingerprint identification that makes the user look smarter
Don't worry, soldering the diodes is easier and can be done in a few minutes. All of the other components are THT.
Main components on the BioMeta
BioMeta bill of materials (BOM)
299 components, 13 distinct parts.
| Qty | Part | Footprint | Refs |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2 | ProMicro | ProMicro | U1, U2 |
| 1 | locked | JST_XH_S8B-XH-A-1_1x08_P2.50mm_Horizontal | J1 |
| 1 | JST-S8B-XH-A-1 | JST_XH_S8B-XH-A-1_1x08_P2.50mm_Horizontal | J2 |
| 1 | FPM10A_fingerprint_sensor | solderpads_4 | FS1 |
| 82 | KEYSW | Mx_Alps_100 | K1, K2, K3, K4, K5, K6, K7, K8 +74 |
| 4 | KEYSW | Mx_Alps_150 | K13, K65, K91, K92 |
| 2 | KEYSW | Mx_Alps_175 | K19, K85 |
| 2 | KEYSW | Mx_Alps_225 | K25, K75 |
| 3 | KEYSW | Mx_Alps_125 | K31, K32, K33 |
| 2 | KEYSW | Mx_Alps_312 | K34, K90 |
| 3 | KEYSW | Mx_Alps_200 | K53, K79, K98 |
| 98 | WS2812B | LED_WS2812B_PLCC4_2.0x2.0mm_P1.0mm | LED1, LED2, LED3, LED4, LED5, LED6, LED7, LED8 +90 |
| 98 | D | D_SOD-123 | D1, D2, D3, D4, D5, D6, D7, D8 +90 |
BioMeta design files
The KiCad project lives in the Volus208/BioMeta repository on GitHub; these links point at the commit this page was built from.
- Layoutpcb/pcb.kicad_pcb
- Schematicpcb/pcb.kicad_sch
BioMeta: common questions
How big is the BioMeta PCB?
The BioMeta measures 478.6 × 145.3 mm, has 2 copper layers and is 1.6 mm thick.
How many components are on the BioMeta?
299 components, from 13 distinct parts. The full bill of materials is listed on this page.
Where can I download the BioMeta design files?
From the Volus208/BioMeta repository on GitHub, which has the KiCad layout and the schematic; the links under Design files point to each one.
Can I use the BioMeta design in my own project?
Yes, under the terms of its GPL-3.0 license, which Volus208 chose for the repository.
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