1 open source board using the REF196

Real designs built with the REF196, 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 REF196 in open source designs

The gallery holds 1 open source boards using the REF196 from 1 GitHub repository; a typical one measures about 86.4 × 69.8 mm and carries around 172 components.

100% use four copper layers or more, and 0% carry an open source license.

The most starred is TMS320F28377S- by LE-TOM.

REF196: common questions

Where can I find a REF196 reference design?

Each of the 1 boards on this page is a real design using the REF196. 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 REF196?

The median is 86.4 × 69.8 mm, and 0% are two-layer designs.

What is the most popular open source board using the REF196?

By GitHub stars, TMS320F28377S- by LE-TOM, with 6 stars.

Can I simulate one of these boards using the REF196 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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