4 layers88.4 × 63.6 mm
Compute
hstarmans/firestarter
Kicad design files for prism laser direct imager using up5k FPGA and ESP32
125 parts13
2 layers99.7 × 25.7 mm
Sideplate
hstarmans/firestarter13Kicad design files for prism laser direct imager using up5k FPGA and ESP32
- Size
- 99.7 × 25.7 mm
- Copper layers
- 2
- Thickness
- 1.6 mm
- Parts
- 6
- Nets
- 7
- Pads
- 8
- Tracks, vias
- 0, 1
- Pours
- 1
- Routed
- Not yet
- KiCad
- KiCad 10.0 (file 20260206)
- Created
- 4 Dec 2018
- Updated
- 3 Nov 2026
Overview
Sideplate is an open-source printed circuit board by hstarmans, from the hstarmans/firestarter repository on GitHub. It is a 2-layer board of 99.7 × 25.7 mm with 6 parts on 7 nets.
Its parts include 4 connectors and 2 inductors. It belongs with the fPGA and programmable logic boards and the ESP32 and FPGA and CPLD boards of this library.
README
lasermodule/laserdiode/README.mdLaser Diode Mount & Driver PCB
Carrier PCB for the laser diode module inside the scanhead housing. Provides pogo-pin connection to the back plate of the laserhead. Solder contacts provide opton to determine pin routing.
Key Details
- Function: Laser diode mounting and modulation interface
- Contacts: Spring-loaded pogo pin pads and direct solder pads for high-speed modulation driver connection
- Form Factor: Compact circular/rectangular footprint fitting diode heatsink assembly
Part of the Hexastorm (Firestarter) open-hardware laser direct imaging project.
Parts
6| Qty | Value | Footprint | References |
|---|---|---|---|
| 4 | Conn_01x01 | footprints:TestPoint_Pad_2.0x2.0mm_nosilk | J1, J2, J3, J4 |
| 2 | Logo_Open_Hardware_Large | footprints:hexastorm | L1, L2 |
Questions
How big is the Sideplate PCB?
It measures 99.7 × 25.7 mm and has 2 copper layers, 1.6 mm thick.
What parts does the Sideplate use?
6 parts. 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 Sideplate KiCad files?
From the hstarmans/firestarter repository on GitHub, at the commit this page was made from: the board is lasermodule/sideplate/sideplate.kicad_pcb and its schematic base/camera.kicad_sch. PCBKit opens the board in the browser, with nothing to install.
Can I use the Sideplate design in my own project?
Its repository states no licence, so its author keeps all rights: ask hstarmans before reusing the design.
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