3 open source boards using the BT473

Real designs built with the BT473, 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.

The BT473 in open source designs

The gallery holds 3 open source boards using the BT473 from 3 GitHub repositories; a typical one measures about 312 × 106.7 mm and carries around 188 components.

100% use four copper layers or more, and 0% carry an open source license.

The most starred is Kicad demo video by aherbez.

BT473: common questions

Where can I find a BT473 reference design?

Each of the 3 boards on this page is a real design using the BT473. Open one to see how it is wired up, with the full BOM, a render of the layout and links to its KiCad files.

What parts are used alongside the BT473?

The 24C16, 4C4001, 74LS245, AV9173 and BT253 appear in the most repositories here.

How big is a typical board using the BT473?

The median is 312 × 106.7 mm, and 0% are two-layer designs.

What is the most popular open source board using the BT473?

By GitHub stars, Kicad demo video by aherbez, with 0 stars.

Can I simulate one of these boards using the BT473 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.

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