2 open source boards using the WS2815
Real designs built with the WS2815, 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.
7 segment display
MrRooby
114.7 × 51.7 mm42 parts2LNo license2
7 segment display 2 digit
72.7 × 51.7 mm28 parts2LNo license2
The WS2815 in open source designs
The gallery holds 2 open source boards using the WS2815 from 1 GitHub repository; a typical one measures about 93.7 × 51.7 mm and carries around 35 components.
100% are two-layer designs, the rest use four layers or more, and 0% carry an open source license.
The most starred is 7 segment display by MrRooby.
What boards using the WS2815 are built for
WS2815: common questions
Where can I find a WS2815 reference design?
Each of the 2 boards on this page is a real design using the WS2815. 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 WS2815?
The median is 93.7 × 51.7 mm, and 100% are two-layer designs.
What is the most popular open source board using the WS2815?
By GitHub stars, 7 segment display by MrRooby, with 2 stars.
Can I simulate one of these boards using the WS2815 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.