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2 layers20.4 × 17.8 mm5V to 3.3V LDO, the printed circuit board in 3D
Size
20.4 × 17.8 mm
Copper layers
2
Thickness
1.6 mm
Parts
9
Nets
4
Pads
20
Tracks, vias
33, 3
Pours
1
Routed
Yes
KiCad
KiCad 10.0 (file 20260206)
Created
16 Sep 2026
Updated
23 Sep 2026

Overview

5V to 3.3V LDO is an open-source printed circuit board by a0405chain3x10, from the a0405chain3x10/3.3V-Linear-Power-Module repository on GitHub. It is a 2-layer board of 20.4 × 17.8 mm with 9 parts on 4 nets, routed with 33 tracks and 3 vias.

It is built around the AMS1117-3.3. Its parts include 4 capacitors, 2 connectors, 1 resistor, 1 IC and 1 diode.

Main components

1

README

Readme.md

3.3V Linear Power Delivery Module

Overview

This repository contains the KiCad design files for a custom 5V to 3.3V power delivery network. Built around the AMS1117-3.3 Low-Dropout (LDO) regulator, this module is designed to provide stable, filtered power for mixed-signal microcontrollers by implementing both high-frequency and bulk decoupling strategies. 

Visuals

5V to 3 3V LDO
image 5V_to_3_3V_LDO

(Note: Ensure image files are uploaded to the root of the repository so these links render correctly)

Design Highlights

  • Dual-Stage Decoupling: Utilizes a 100µF bulk capacitor for instantaneous current spikes and a 0.1µF bypass capacitor for high-frequency noise filtration on both the input and output rails.
  • Thermal Management: The LDO tab is coupled to a solid copper ground plane on the PCB to act as a thermal heatsink during high-current draw.
  • Trace Routing: Calculated trace widths used for the +5V and 3V3 nets to safely handle required current without excessive voltage drop.

Bill of Materials (BOM)

RefQtyComponent DetailsPackageSource Link
C1, C320.1µF, 50V MLCC (KEMET C0805C104K5RAC7210)SMD 0805Robu.in
C2, C42100µF, 6.3V MLCC (MURATA 21BR60J107ME15K)SMD 0805Robu.in
D115mm Red DIP LEDTHT 5.0mmRobu.in
J1, J222.54mm Pitch Male Header (Breakable)THT 2.54mmRobu.in
R1168Ω, 125mW Resistor (Yageo RC0805JR-0768RL)SMD 0805Robu.in
U11AMS1117-3.3V 1A LDO Voltage RegulatorSMD SOT-223Robu.in

Fabrication Specs

  • Layers: 2 (Front Cu, Back Cu)
  • Design Rule Check (DRC): 0 Violations
  • EDA Tool: KiCad 10.0

Parts

9
QtyValueFootprintReferences
20.1uFCapacitor_SMD:C_0805_2012MetricC1, C3
2100uFCapacitor_SMD:C_0805_2012MetricC2, C4
2Conn_01x02_PinConnector_PinHeader_2.54mm:PinHeader_1x02_P2.54mm_VerticalJ1, J2
168Resistor_SMD:R_0805_2012MetricR1
1AMS1117-3.3Package_TO_SOT_SMD:SOT-223-3_TabPin2U1
1LEDLED_THT:LED_D5.0mmD1

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Questions

How big is the 5V to 3.3V LDO PCB?

It measures 20.4 × 17.8 mm and has 2 copper layers, 1.6 mm thick.

What parts does the 5V to 3.3V LDO use?

9 parts, built around the AMS1117-3.3. The full list of its parts is on this page, with links to each part's symbol and footprint where PCBKit's library has them.

Where can I download the 5V to 3.3V LDO KiCad files?

From the a0405chain3x10/3.3V-Linear-Power-Module repository on GitHub, at the commit this page was made from: the board is 5V to 3.3V LDO.kicad_pcb and its schematic 5V to 3.3V LDO.kicad_sch. PCBKit opens the board in the browser, with nothing to install.

Can I use the 5V to 3.3V LDO design in my own project?

Its repository states no licence, so its author keeps all rights: ask a0405chain3x10 before reusing the design.