2 layers114.8 × 216.2 mm
13852-Redboard.Edge panel.v10
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291 parts8MIT
2 layers165.1 × 25.4 mm
EpochClock
ManiacalLabs/BinaryEpochClock6Binary Epoch Clock firmware and hardware source.
- Size
- 165.1 × 25.4 mm
- Copper layers
- 2
- Thickness
- 1.6 mm
- Parts
- 55
- Nets
- 32
- Pads
- 158
- Tracks, vias
- 480, 1
- Routed
- Yes
- KiCad
- KiCad 3
- Created
- 10 Aug 2013
- Updated
- 12 Nov 2025
Overview
EpochClock is an open-source printed circuit board by ManiacalLabs, from the ManiacalLabs/BinaryEpochClock repository on GitHub, published under the MIT licence. It is a 2-layer board of 165.1 × 25.4 mm with 55 parts on 32 nets, routed with 480 tracks and 1 via.
It is built around the ATMEGA328-PU, DS1307Z+ and RESONATOR-16MHZ. Its parts include 32 diodes, 6 resistors, 3 capacitors, 2 ICs and 2 switches. It belongs with the AVR (ATmega, ATtiny) boards of this library.
Main components
3
ATMEGA328-PU
PDIP-28-40℃~+85℃ 1.8V~5.5V 10bit 1KB 20MHz 23 2KB 32KB 8 Bit AVR Built-in FLASH PDIP-28 Microcontrollers (MCU/MPU/SOC) ROHSMicrochip TechnologyMicrocontrollers (MCU/MPU/SOC)
DS1307Z+
SO-80℃~+70℃ 10nA 300nA 4.5V~5.5V Backup power management and battery charging、InsideSRAM/NVRAM、Programmable clock output External I2C SO-8 Real Time Clocks ROHSMaxim Integrated (Analog Devices)Real Time ClocksRESONATOR-16MHZ
SMDSMD SMT ROHSJLCPCB Assemblycrystals/oscillators/resonators
README
README.mdBinaryEpochClock
THIS MAY NOT BE THE FIRMWARE THAT CAME WITH YOUR CLOCK
We are constantly working on improving the firmware of our kits and the firmware contained in this repository may not be the same as that which came pre-programmed on your Binary Epoch Clock Kit.
There are a few improvements over the original v1.0 Firmware
- Based on changes suggested by kredal there is an alternte clock face to make the clock face a little more readable. Use the following key to make it a little easier to read: http://maniacallabs.com/misc/Binary_Clock_Key.png
- A 1D Pong face is now included - It is not playable, just sit back and enjoy the game.
- Short press A in order to switch between the three clock faces
The Binary Epoch Clock is a new twist on the old binary clock idea. Instead of just showing the individual digits as binary values, it show Unix Epoch time as a full 32-bit binary value. This unique timepiece will make a great addition to the desk of any computer, electronics, time, or binary geek.
It runs off of an ATMega328P which makes is both fully compatible with the Arduino IDE and easily hackable. Also built in is a DS1307 Real Time Clock chip and battery backup allowing the clock to keep accurate time even in the event of a power loss. The board includes both FTDI and ICSP headers to allow easy upload of new or modified firmware. It can be powered from any USB port or USB power adapter using the included Mini-USB cable.
The clock can bet set manually or via any 5V FTDI cable (not included) and our handy 'sync_time' script which is included in the code repository. See the assembly and usage guide for instructions and a handy video detailing the manual setting procedure for the clock.
To download the firmware source and PCB design files, just click the "Download Zip" button at the right of the GitHub page.
Buy online at the Maniacal Labs Store
Parts
55| Qty | Value | Footprint | References |
|---|---|---|---|
| 32 | LED | LED-3MM | D1, D2, D10, D11, D12, D13, D14, D15, D16, D17, D18, D19, D20, D21, D22, D23 +16 |
| 4 | 330 | R4 | R1, R2, R3, R4 |
| 3 | 0.1uF | C1 | C1, C2, C3 |
| 2 | P*** | 1pin | 1PIN, 2PIN |
| 1 | ML_LOGO_STYLED | ||
| 1 | 10K | R4 | R5 |
| 1 | 110 | R4 | R6 |
| 1 | A | SparkFun-TACTILE-PTH_fixed | S1 |
| 1 | ATMEGA328-P | fixed_SparkFun-DIL28-3 | IC1 |
| 1 | B | SparkFun-TACTILE-PTH_fixed | S2 |
| 1 | BATTERY12PTH | fixed-SparkFun-BATTCON_12MM_PTH | BAT1 |
| 1 | CRYSTALTC38H | fixed_SparkFun-TC38H | Y2 |
| 1 | DS1307 | fixed_SparkFun-DIL08 | U1 |
| 1 | FTDI | SparkFun-FTDI_BASIC_fixed | JP1 |
| 1 | ICSP | pin_array_3x2 | P1 |
| 1 | OSHW-logo_silkscreen-front_5mm | OSHW-logo_silkscreen-front_5mm | G*** |
| 1 | RESONATOR-16MHZ | FIXED_SparkFun-RESONATOR-PTH | Y1 |
| 1 | USB-MINI-B | USB-MINI-B-CIRCULAR_PADS | USB1 |
Questions
How big is the EpochClock PCB?
It measures 165.1 × 25.4 mm and has 2 copper layers, 1.6 mm thick.
What parts does the EpochClock use?
55 parts, built around the ATMEGA328-PU, DS1307Z+ and RESONATOR-16MHZ. 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 EpochClock KiCad files?
From the ManiacalLabs/BinaryEpochClock repository on GitHub, at the commit this page was made from: the board is PCB/EpochClock.kicad_pcb. PCBKit opens the board in the browser, with nothing to install.
Can I use the EpochClock design in my own project?
Its repository publishes it under the MIT licence: you may reuse it on that licence's terms (keep the author's notice, and for a copyleft licence share your changes alike).
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