🔽 Buck Converter PCB Design (KiCad)

This repository contains the complete schematic and PCB design of a DC–DC buck (step-down) converter, created using KiCad.
The project demonstrates practical power electronics design, component selection, and PCB layout techniques.

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⚡ Project Overview

A buck converter is a DC–DC switching regulator used to efficiently step down a higher input voltage to a lower output voltage.
This design is suitable for learning, prototyping, and low-to-medium power applications.

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🛠️ Tools Used

• KiCad – Schematic capture & PCB layout
• KiCanvas – Online viewing of design files

👀 View Design Online (No KiCad Needed)

You can view the schematic and PCB layout online using KiCanvas:

👉 https://kicanvas.org

Simply upload or paste the GitHub repository link into KiCanvas to explore the design interactively.

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📌 Notes

• This design is intended for educational and prototyping purposes.
• Always verify component ratings and PCB clearances before fabrication.
• Test the circuit with proper protection and current-limited power supply.

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📜 License

This project is licensed under the MIT License — feel free to use, modify, and distribute with attribution.

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🤝 Contributions

Suggestions, improvements, and optimizations are welcome.
Feel free to fork the repository and submit a pull request!