SlimeVR DIY Project

Overview

This is a DIY project based on the official SlimeVR documentation. The design is created for educational and hobbyist purposes.

Visuals

Front side:

Back side:

Case:

Project Information

• KiCad Version: 9.0

• PCB Version: 3W + 2.6WE (older bigger board files are saved if you want them Version 0.7, Version 0.9 and Version 2.5W)

  W: = Wireless

  E: = Extension

• Schematic Version: 2.0

• Project Type: DIY/Hobby

• Manufacture: JLCPCB

Hardware Specifications

• MCU: ESP32C3 WROOM 02
• Supported IMU: Any with same pin out as BMI160 module (reference at end)
• Battery Management: Integrated TP4056 charging circuit
• Features: Battery monitoring (Firmware), Power switch, Status LEDs

Firmware

• Will be available when fully tested as functional

Disclaimer

⚠️ Functionality is not guaranteed. This is an experimental project and may contain errors or issues. Use at your own risk.

• Also there can be a few grafical and speling mistakes so be aware of it.
• The images are for reference only until new version arrives, I will make new ones after

Design Files

• PCB layout and schematic files are included in this repository
• Based on official SlimeVR documentation and specifications

Bill of Materials (BOM)

Detailed interactive list of components: 👉 Open Interactive BOM (ibom.html)

Contributing

Feel free to submit issues, suggestions, or improvements via GitHub issues or pull requests.

References

• Official SlimeVR Documentation
• SlimeVR GitHub
• BMI160 Module