2 open source boards using the SKB501
Real designs built with the SKB501, 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.
Freesk8-Robogotchi v1.5
FreeSK8
26 × 45 mm30 parts2LCERN-OHL-S-2.018
Xenigotchi v1.5
46.2 × 28.8 mm26 parts2LCERN-OHL-S-2.018
The SKB501 in open source designs
The gallery holds 2 open source boards using the SKB501 from 1 GitHub repository; a typical one measures about 36.1 × 36.9 mm and carries around 28 components.
100% are two-layer designs, the rest use four layers or more, and 100% carry an open source license.
The most starred is Freesk8-Robogotchi v1.5 by FreeSK8.
SKB501: common questions
Where can I find a SKB501 reference design?
Each of the 2 boards on this page is a real design using the SKB501. 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 SKB501?
The median is 36.1 × 36.9 mm, and 100% are two-layer designs.
What is the most popular open source board using the SKB501?
By GitHub stars, Freesk8-Robogotchi v1.5 by FreeSK8, with 18 stars.
Can I simulate one of these boards using the SKB501 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.