4 open source boards using the MAX485
Real designs built with the MAX485, 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.
STM32Timer-RTC-STM32-Tm1638
nhantt92
93 × 61 mm125 parts2LNo license6
ESP32Plant Partner PCB 1.0
aboler
148.3 × 69 mm82 parts2LNo license3
ESP32Plant Partner PCB v2
70 × 65.6 mm74 parts2LNo license3
Pcb rs485
HydroVinci-PULV
63.5 × 43.2 mm9 parts2LGPL-3.011
The MAX485 in open source designs
The gallery holds 4 open source boards using the MAX485 from 3 GitHub repositories; a typical one measures about 81.5 × 63.3 mm and carries around 78 components.
100% are two-layer designs, the rest use four layers or more, and 25% carry an open source license.
The most starred is Pcb rs485 by HydroVinci-PULV.
What boards using the MAX485 are built for
MAX485: common questions
Where can I find a MAX485 reference design?
Each of the 4 boards on this page is a real design using the MAX485. Open one to see how it is wired up, with the full BOM, a render of the layout and links to its KiCad files.
Which microcontrollers do boards using the MAX485 use?
Most are built on ESP32 (2) and STM32 (1).
How big is a typical board using the MAX485?
The median is 81.5 × 63.3 mm, and 100% are two-layer designs.
What is the most popular open source board using the MAX485?
By GitHub stars, Pcb rs485 by HydroVinci-PULV, with 11 stars.
Can I simulate one of these boards using the MAX485 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.