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+# PCB files
+This folder contains the schematic and gerber files to produce your own modchip PCB.
+We ordered our modchip PCB from JLCPCB and selected a PCB thickness of 0.8mm, 1.6mm might work but is not tested.
+
+An interactive BOM is [provided](./ibom.html), the main active components on the PCB are:
+* RaspberryPi RP2040 microcontroller
+* W25Q128JVS Flash storage
+* MCP1405 MOSFET driver
+* Vishay SISS54DN-T1-GE3 Capacitor switching MOSFET
+* Vishay SISH112DN-T1-GE3 Crowbar MOSFET
+* NLSV1T34 Level shifter
+* NCP1117 SOT223 3.3V voltage regulator
+
+At the the time of writing most of these components appear to be available or easily replaceable.
+The cost for all components on the PCB at low volume should be less than 25 EUR.
+
+## Optional improvements before building the PCB
+* Add a pull-down resistor on the `IN A` pin of the MCP1405 MOSFET driver.
+* Modify the locations of the castellated holes in `interposer_footprint.kicad_mod`. Currently the rightmost castellated holes are not conveniently located, see the mounting instructions.
+* Do some additional routing such that the RP2040 can monitor eMMC D0 and UART at the same time. \ No newline at end of file