2 open source boards using the MCP23008-XP
Real designs built with the MCP23008-XP, 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.
AcCCS
IdahoLabResearch
172.1 × 143.5 mm106 parts2LMIT18
TeensyMaestro Main
DRWJSCHMIDT
197.3 × 121.2 mm107 parts2LNo license18
The MCP23008-XP in open source designs
The gallery holds 2 open source boards using the MCP23008-XP from 2 GitHub repositories; a typical one measures about 184.7 × 132.4 mm and carries around 107 components.
100% are two-layer designs, the rest use four layers or more, and 50% carry an open source license.
The most starred is TeensyMaestro Main by DRWJSCHMIDT.
What boards using the MCP23008-XP are built for
MCP23008-XP: common questions
Where can I find a MCP23008-XP reference design?
Each of the 2 boards on this page is a real design using the MCP23008-XP. Open one to see how it is wired up, with the full BOM, a render of the layout and links to its KiCad files.
How big is a typical board using the MCP23008-XP?
The median is 184.7 × 132.4 mm, and 100% are two-layer designs.
What is the most popular open source board using the MCP23008-XP?
By GitHub stars, TeensyMaestro Main by DRWJSCHMIDT, with 18 stars.
Can I simulate one of these boards using the MCP23008-XP 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.