7 open source boards using the QMC5883L

Real designs built with the QMC5883L, 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 QMC5883L in open source designs

The gallery holds 7 open source boards using the QMC5883L from 4 GitHub repositories; a typical one measures about 46 × 36.5 mm and carries around 32 components.

57% use four copper layers or more, and 100% carry an open source license.

The most starred is PcbBot by BerkeleyHCI.

Parts used alongside the QMC5883L

Microcontrollers on boards using the QMC5883L

QMC5883L: common questions

Where can I find a QMC5883L reference design?

Each of the 7 boards on this page is a real design using the QMC5883L. 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 QMC5883L use?

Most are built on ESP32 (2) and RP2040/RP2350 (2).

How big is a typical board using the QMC5883L?

The median is 46 × 36.5 mm, and 43% are two-layer designs.

What is the most popular open source board using the QMC5883L?

By GitHub stars, PcbBot by BerkeleyHCI, with 91 stars.

Can I simulate one of these boards using the QMC5883L 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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