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2 layers40.3 × 39 mmBoost, the printed circuit board in 3D

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

1

README

README.md

View 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

text
📂 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

  1. Clone the repository:
    sh
    git clone https://github.com/yourusername/your-pcb-repo.git
  2. Open the project in KiCad:
    • Open KiCad and load the required .pro file.
    • Access the schematic editor and PCB layout as needed.
  3. 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
QtyValueFootprintReferences
4Conn_01x01_PinConnector_PinHeader_2.54mm:PinHeader_1x01_P2.54mm_HorizontalJ1, J2, J3, J4
21uFCapacitor_THT:C_Radial_D5.0mm_H11.0mm_P2.00mmC2, C3
11KResistor_THT:R_Axial_DIN0207_L6.3mm_D2.5mm_P10.16mm_HorizontalR1
1220uF/50VCapacitor_THT:C_Axial_L12.0mm_D8.5mm_P20.00mm_HorizontalC4
133uHInductor_THT:L_Axial_L26.0mm_D9.0mm_P30.48mm_Horizontal_Fastron_77AL1
147uF/50VCapacitor_THT:C_Radial_D6.3mm_H11.0mm_P2.50mmC1
150KPotentiometer_THT:Potentiometer_Bourns_3296W_VerticalRV1
1SS34Diode_SMD:D_SMAD1

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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