

Boost
For any questions or collaborations, contact me at [gokul567gd@gmail.com].
- Size
- 40.3 × 39 mm
- Copper layers
- 2
- Thickness
- 1.6 mm
- Parts
- 12
- Nets
- 5
- Pads
- 21
- Tracks, vias
- 44, 0
- Routed
- Yes
- KiCad
- KiCad 9.0 (file 20241229)
- Created
- 21 Mar 2025
- Updated
- 21 Mar 2025
Overview
Boost is an open-source printed circuit board by gokul-rm, from the gokul-rm/PCB repository on GitHub. It is a 2-layer board of 40.3 × 39 mm with 12 parts on 5 nets, routed with 44 tracks and 0 vias.
It is built around the SS34. Its parts include 4 capacitors, 4 connectors, 1 resistor, 1 diode and 1 inductor.
Main components
1README
README.mdView this project on CADLAB.io.
PCB Projects
Overview
This repository contains various PCB designs created using KiCad as part of my learning journey. The projects include different types of power converters, sensor modules, and other embedded system circuits.
Included Designs
- Buck Converter - Step-down DC-DC converter
- Boost Converter - Step-up DC-DC converter
- Linear Regulators - Voltage regulation circuits
- Power Management Circuits - Various power distribution designs
- Sensor Modules - PCB layouts for different sensors
Project Structure
📂 project_root/
├── 📁 buck_converter/ # Buck converter design files
├── 📁 boost_converter/ # Boost converter design files
├── 📁 regulators/ # Linear regulator PCB files
├── 📁 sensor_modules/ # Various sensor module PCB designs
├── 📁 gerber_files/ # Manufacturing-ready Gerber files
├── 📁 bom/ # Bill of Materials (BOM)
├── 📁 3d_models/ # 3D models for components
├── 📁 documentation/ # Datasheets, design notes, etc.
├── README.md # Project overview (this file)Installation & Usage
- Clone the repository:
sh git clone https://github.com/yourusername/your-pcb-repo.git - Open the project in KiCad:
- Open KiCad and load the required
.profile. - Access the schematic editor and PCB layout as needed.
- Open KiCad and load the required
- Generate Gerber files for manufacturing:
- Use KiCad's "Plot" function to export Gerber files.
Bill of Materials (BOM)
Each project folder contains a BOM listing all components used in the design.
Contribution
Feel free to fork this repository and submit pull requests for improvements or modifications.
License
This project is licensed under the MIT License - see the LICENSE file for details.
Author
Gokula Kannan R
For any questions or collaborations, contact me at [gokul567gd@gmail.com].
Parts
12| Qty | Value | Footprint | References |
|---|---|---|---|
| 4 | Conn_01x01_Pin | Connector_PinHeader_2.54mm:PinHeader_1x01_P2.54mm_Horizontal | J1, J2, J3, J4 |
| 2 | 1uF | Capacitor_THT:C_Radial_D5.0mm_H11.0mm_P2.00mm | C2, C3 |
| 1 | 1K | Resistor_THT:R_Axial_DIN0207_L6.3mm_D2.5mm_P10.16mm_Horizontal | R1 |
| 1 | 220uF/50V | Capacitor_THT:C_Axial_L12.0mm_D8.5mm_P20.00mm_Horizontal | C4 |
| 1 | 33uH | Inductor_THT:L_Axial_L26.0mm_D9.0mm_P30.48mm_Horizontal_Fastron_77A | L1 |
| 1 | 47uF/50V | Capacitor_THT:C_Radial_D6.3mm_H11.0mm_P2.50mm | C1 |
| 1 | 50K | Potentiometer_THT:Potentiometer_Bourns_3296W_Vertical | RV1 |
| 1 | SS34 | Diode_SMD:D_SMA | D1 |
Questions
How big is the Boost PCB?
It measures 40.3 × 39 mm and has 2 copper layers, 1.6 mm thick.
What parts does the Boost use?
12 parts, built around the SS34. 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 Boost KiCad files?
From the gokul-rm/PCB repository on GitHub, at the commit this page was made from: the board is boostConverter/boost.kicad_pcb and its schematic DLC/DLC.kicad_sch. PCBKit opens the board in the browser, with nothing to install.
Can I use the Boost design in my own project?
Its repository states no licence, so its author keeps all rights: ask gokul-rm before reusing the design.
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