2 open source boards using the L7808CV

Real designs built with the L7808CV, 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 L7808CV in open source designs

The gallery holds 2 open source boards using the L7808CV from 2 GitHub repositories; a typical one measures about 160 × 100 mm and carries around 105 components.

100% are two-layer designs, the rest use four layers or more, and 100% carry an open source license.

The most starred is MTS module by TU-Darmstadt-APQ.

L7808CV: common questions

Where can I find a L7808CV reference design?

Each of the 2 boards on this page is a real design using the L7808CV. 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 L7808CV?

The ADA4898-2YRDZ, L7812CV, L7908CV, LT1568CGN#PBF and LT3045EMSE#PBF appear in the most repositories here.

How big is a typical board using the L7808CV?

The median is 160 × 100 mm, and 100% are two-layer designs.

What is the most popular open source board using the L7808CV?

By GitHub stars, MTS module by TU-Darmstadt-APQ, with 3 stars.

Can I simulate one of these boards using the L7808CV 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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