7 open source boards using the RFM69HCW

Real designs built with the RFM69HCW, 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 RFM69HCW in open source designs

The gallery holds 7 open source boards using the RFM69HCW from 5 GitHub repositories; a typical one measures about 88.1 × 88.9 mm and carries around 81 components.

57% use four copper layers or more, and 71% carry an open source license.

The most starred is TranspOtterNG by Jana-Marie.

Parts used alongside the RFM69HCW

Microcontrollers on boards using the RFM69HCW

RFM69HCW: common questions

Where can I find a RFM69HCW reference design?

Each of the 7 boards on this page is a real design using the RFM69HCW. 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 RFM69HCW use?

Most are built on RP2040/RP2350 (3), ESP32 (2), ESP8266 (1) and PIC (1).

How big is a typical board using the RFM69HCW?

The median is 88.1 × 88.9 mm, and 43% are two-layer designs.

What is the most popular open source board using the RFM69HCW?

By GitHub stars, TranspOtterNG by Jana-Marie, with 51 stars.

Can I simulate one of these boards using the RFM69HCW 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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