4 layers180 × 35 mm
2 layers100 × 46 mm
ActivePedal
gaggi/ActivePedalPCB4PCB for the DIY-Sim-Racing-FFB-Pedal Project
- Size
- 100 × 46 mm
- Copper layers
- 2
- Thickness
- 1.6 mm
- Parts
- 22
- Nets
- 59
- Pads
- 143
- Tracks, vias
- 187, 0
- Pours
- 3
- Routed
- Yes
- KiCad
- KiCad 8.0 (file 20240108)
- Created
- 4 Dec 2024
- Updated
- 4 Dec 2024
Overview
ActivePedal is an open-source printed circuit board by gaggi, from the gaggi/ActivePedalPCB repository on GitHub. It is a 2-layer board of 100 × 46 mm with 22 parts on 59 nets, routed with 187 tracks and 0 vias.
It is built around the N7805-1PH and SS510B. Its parts include 11 connectors, 3 capacitors, 3 ICs, 1 resistor and 1 diode. It belongs with the audio and music boards and the ESP32 boards of this library.
Main components
2README
README.mdSwitch-!t ActivePedalPCB
This is a custom PCB designed for the DIY Force Feedback Pedal. Similar to the V4 PCB from the previously mentioned repository, it is designed to accommodate all the required development and breakout boards. The PCB is built around the Waveshare ESP32-S3-DEV-Kit-N8R8 and features only five SMD components that need to be soldered by hand.
It is intended to operate via a single USB-B connector for each pedal, powered by a single Meanwell GST360B36-C6P power supply. The power supply can be daisy-chained from one pedal to another. Additionally, the PCB includes space for an optional N7805 step-down converter, enabling all electronics to be powered directly by the power supply. If you choose to solder the N7805, ensure that the 5V connection from the JST-XH header labeled "USB" to the USB-C plug remains unconnected.
Soldering you PCB
The PCB is designed to allow sub-boards to be attached using female headers or soldered directly to the board. If you opt for direct soldering, follow these steps:
- Front Side: Start by soldering the SMD components, then solder the pin headers for the ESP32-S3-DEV-KIT-N8R8.
- Back Side: Solder the ADS1256 module.
- Front Side: ESP32-S3-DEV-KIT-N8R8: Attach it to the already soldered headers.
Once these steps are complete, you can solder all remaining components to the PCB.
Parts
22| Qty | Value | Footprint | References |
|---|---|---|---|
| 3 | Conn_01x02 | Connector_JST:JST_XH_B2B-XH-A_1x02_P2.50mm_Vertical | J4, J9, J11 |
| 2 | 330µF | Capacitor_SMD:CP_Elec_10x10 | C2, C3 |
| 2 | Conn_01x04 | Connector_JST:JST_XH_B4B-XH-A_1x04_P2.50mm_Vertical | J1, J5 |
| 2 | Conn_02x03_Top_Bottom | Connector_Molex:Molex_Mini-Fit_Jr_5569-06A2_2x03_P4.20mm_Horizontal | J7, J8 |
| 1 | 100k | Resistor_SMD:R_1206_3216Metric_Pad1.30x1.75mm_HandSolder | R1 |
| 1 | 10µF | Capacitor_SMD:CP_Elec_6.3x5.9 | C1 |
| 1 | ADS1256_Breakout | ADS1256_Breakout:ADS1256_Breakout | U2 |
| 1 | Conn_01x02 | Connector_AMASS:AMASS_XT30U-F_1x02_P5.0mm_Vertical | J10 |
| 1 | Conn_01x03 | Connector_JST:JST_XH_B3B-XH-A_1x03_P2.50mm_Vertical | J2 |
| 1 | Conn_01x05 | Connector_JST:JST_XH_B5B-XH-A_1x05_P2.50mm_Vertical | J3 |
| 1 | ESP32-S3-DEV-KIT-N8R8 | PCM_Espressif:ESP32-S3-DEV-KIT-N8R8 | U1 |
| 1 | N7805-1PH | N7805-1PH:N78051PH | PS1 |
| 1 | SS510B | Diode_SMD:D_SMA-SMB_Universal_Handsoldering | D1 |
| 1 | SW_DIP_x02 | Button_Switch_THT:SW_DIP_SPSTx02_Slide_9.78x7.26mm_W7.62mm_P2.54mm | SW1 |
| 1 | USB_B | Connector_USB:USB_B_OST_USB-B1HSxx_Horizontal | J6 |
| 1 | ~ | Levelshifter_Breakout:Levelshifter_Breakout | U3 |
The 21 most common of 22 parts.
Questions
How big is the ActivePedal PCB?
It measures 100 × 46 mm and has 2 copper layers, 1.6 mm thick.
What parts does the ActivePedal use?
22 parts, built around the N7805-1PH and SS510B. 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 ActivePedal KiCad files?
From the gaggi/ActivePedalPCB repository on GitHub, at the commit this page was made from: the board is KiCad/ActivePedal.kicad_pcb and its schematic KiCad/ActivePedal.kicad_sch. PCBKit opens the board in the browser, with nothing to install.
Can I use the ActivePedal design in my own project?
Its repository states no licence, so its author keeps all rights: ask gaggi before reusing the design.
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