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Digital MEMS microphone, PDM

Digital MEMS microphone with a PDM output for voice and sound capture on an ESP32-S3 or any MCU with a PDM input. High dynamic range (72 dB SNR, 128 dB SPL acoustic overload point), local decoupling on the supply and a series resistor on the data line. The channel select pin is tied low, so the data comes on the left-channel clock edge.

3D render of the 0030 Digital MEMS microphone, PDM KiCad design block
3D render (KiCad 10)
3D render of the 0030 Digital MEMS microphone, PDM KiCad design block
3D render, top view (KiCad 10)
Schematic of the 0030 Digital MEMS microphone, PDM KiCad design block
Schematic (KiCad 10)

Key specifications

  • Supply 1.62–3.6 V
  • PDM clock in, PDM data out (e.g. ESP32-S3 I²S PDM RX)
  • 72 dB SNR, 128 dB SPL acoustic overload point
  • Left channel (select pin tied to GND)

Design notes

  • Acoustic port: keep a sound inlet hole in the board and the enclosure under the microphone.

Seen in real hardware

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Planned package contents

  • KiCad 10 design block

    Schematic and PCB layout fragment; symbols and footprints embedded

  • BOM (CSV)

    Manufacturer part numbers and LCSC codes

  • Schematic PDF + README

    Interface, specs, population options and design notes

  • 3D models

    STEP models of the special parts; standard parts use KiCad’s 3D library

  • template.yaml

    Machine-readable interface and limits

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Development status

Block ID0030
Block name0030-mems-microphone-pdm
Version1.0
StatusDRC clean – Schematic and layout pass the KiCad rule checks; not yet verified on hardware.
Open review itemsNone
PCB layoutRule-checked layout fragment
FormatKiCad 10 design block (schematic + PCB)
Last change2026-11-03

Interface

Hierarchical labels the block exposes to the rest of your design.

NetDirectionDescription
VDDPower inSupply 1.62–3.6 V
CLOCKInputPDM clock from the MCU
DATAOutputPDM data to the MCU, through a series resistor

FAQ

Which KiCad version do I need?

KiCad 10. The files are saved in the KiCad 10 format and are meant to be placed with KiCad’s Design Blocks feature (schematic block, then “Apply Design Block Layout” on the PCB).

Do I need the Circuit Issues part library?

No. Symbols are embedded in the schematic and footprints in the PCB, so the block opens on its own. Parts carry manufacturer part numbers and LCSC codes.

Is the layout production-ready?

The layout fragment passes the KiCad design rule check. Route it into your board and run DRC with your own fab rules.

Can I use the template in a commercial product?

The licence terms are published together with the first release.

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