2 open source boards using the MAX485ESA

Real designs built with the MAX485ESA, 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 MAX485ESA in open source designs

The gallery holds 2 open source boards using the MAX485ESA from 2 GitHub repositories; a typical one measures about 130 × 146 mm and carries around 80 components.

50% are two-layer designs, the rest use four layers or more, and 50% carry an open source license.

The most starred is ACU5EV SoM Carrier Board by raonslab2.

Microcontrollers on boards using the MAX485ESA

What boards using the MAX485ESA are built for

MAX485ESA: common questions

Where can I find a MAX485ESA reference design?

Each of the 2 boards on this page is a real design using the MAX485ESA. 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 MAX485ESA use?

Most are built on STM32 (1).

How big is a typical board using the MAX485ESA?

The median is 130 × 146 mm, and 50% are two-layer designs.

What is the most popular open source board using the MAX485ESA?

By GitHub stars, ACU5EV SoM Carrier Board by raonslab2, with 0 stars.

Can I simulate one of these boards using the MAX485ESA 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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