4 open source boards using the MCP2542
Real designs built with the MCP2542, 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.
Microchip SAMDuet 3 Mini 5+ Ethernet
Duet3D
100 × 123 mm408 parts4LCustom license12
Microchip SAMDuet3 MB
134 × 140 mm642 parts4LCustom license50
ESP32Duet 3 Mini 5+ Wifi
100 × 123 mm407 parts4LCustom license12
Microchip SAMDuet3 MB
ReadHeadRedemption
134 × 140 mm642 parts4LNo license0
The MCP2542 in open source designs
The gallery holds 4 open source boards using the MCP2542 from 3 GitHub repositories; a typical one measures about 117 × 131.5 mm and carries around 525 components.
100% use four copper layers or more, and 0% carry an open source license.
The most starred is Duet3 MB by Duet3D.
Parts used alongside the MCP2542
Microcontrollers on boards using the MCP2542
What boards using the MCP2542 are built for
MCP2542: common questions
Where can I find a MCP2542 reference design?
Each of the 4 boards on this page is a real design using the MCP2542. 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 MCP2542?
The 74HCT365, 74LVC2G34, KSZ8081RNACA, TS30041 and 74HCT2G34GW,125 appear in the most repositories here.
Which microcontrollers do boards using the MCP2542 use?
Most are built on Microchip SAM (3) and ESP32 (1).
How big is a typical board using the MCP2542?
The median is 117 × 131.5 mm, and 0% are two-layer designs.
What is the most popular open source board using the MCP2542?
By GitHub stars, Duet3 MB by Duet3D, with 50 stars.
Can I simulate one of these boards using the MCP2542 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.