

Encoder Button
An ESP32 system to add some spark into my '00 Z3M
- Size
- 20 × 15 mm
- Copper layers
- 2
- Thickness
- 1.6 mm
- Parts
- 2
- Nets
- 4
- Pads
- 9
- Tracks, vias
- 10, 0
- Pours
- 5
- Routed
- Yes
- KiCad
- KiCad 10.0 (file 20260206)
- Created
- 26 Sep 2026
- Updated
- 26 Sep 2026
Overview
Encoder Button is an open-source printed circuit board by rickwargo, from the rickwargo/CATS repository on GitHub. It is a 2-layer board of 20 × 15 mm with 2 parts on 4 nets, routed with 10 tracks and 0 vias.
Its parts include 1 connector and 1 switch.
Parts
2| Qty | Value | Footprint | References |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Conn_01x04_Socket | Connector_PinSocket_2.54mm:PinSocket_1x04_P2.54mm_Vertical_SMD_Pin1Left | J1 |
| 1 | RotaryEncoder_Switch | Rotary_Encoder:RotaryEncoder_Alps_EC12E-Switch_Vertical_H20mm | SW1 |
Questions
How big is the Encoder Button PCB?
It measures 20 × 15 mm and has 2 copper layers, 1.6 mm thick.
What parts does the Encoder Button use?
2 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 Encoder Button KiCad files?
From the rickwargo/CATS repository on GitHub, at the commit this page was made from: the board is Encoder Button/Board.kicad_pcb and its schematic Blower Switch/Switcher.kicad_sch. PCBKit opens the board in the browser, with nothing to install.
Can I use the Encoder Button design in my own project?
Its repository states no licence, so its author keeps all rights: ask rickwargo before reusing the design.
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