Mechanical Dimensions & Land Pattern (QFN-20(3x3))
Extracted from Datasheet & IPC-7351B NormalizedRecommended Companion BOM & Drop-In Equivalents
Passive external components per reference schematic and 1:1 pin-compatible alternatives| Designator / Replacement MPN | Value / Package | Function & PCB Layout Rule |
|---|---|---|
| N/A BOM | Per application circuit QFN-20(3x3) | Size power & signal trace widths for rated load current following IPC-2221 clearance rules. |
Technical Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ) — CH596D (QFN-20(3x3))
Quick answers covering Pinout, IPC-7351B Land Pattern dimensions, and CAD export formatsWhat is the Pinout and operating voltage specification of CH596D (QFN-20(3x3))?
Manufactured by WCH, the CH596D is housed in a QFN-20(3x3) package with 21 pins and a 0.50 mm lead pitch. Key pins include: 1 (PA10: Multiplexed I/O & Peripheral Pin PA10 (ADC)), 2 (PB6/PWM8/A9: Multiplexed I/O & Peripheral Pin PB6/PWM8/A9 (PWM)), 3 (VIO15/VDD15: Power Supply Input (VIO15/VDD15 — 3.3V / 5.0V Standard Logic)), 4 (PA8/RXD1/A12: Multiplexed I/O & Peripheral Pin PA8/RXD1/A12 (UART)), 5 (PA9/TMR0/TXD1/A13: Multiplexed I/O & Peripheral Pin PA9/TMR0/TXD1/A13 (UART)), 6 (PB15/MISO_/SCL: Multiplexed I/O & Peripheral Pin PB15/MISO_/SCL (SPI, I2C)).
What are the IPC-7351B PCB Footprint dimensions for CH596D?
Normalized from the official datasheet mechanical drawing per IPC-7351B (Density Level B Nominal), CH596D (QFN-20(3x3)) has a nominal body envelope of 3.00 × 3.00 mm, pitch e = 0.50 mm, and 21 copper pads plus a central exposed thermal pad (EPAD) of 1.90 × 1.90 mm with a 60% IPC-7525 windowed solder paste grid.
Where can I download KiCad (.kicad_mod, .kicad_sym), Fusion 360 (.lbr), and 3D STEP models for CH596D?
You can download the verified open-hardware (CERN-OHL-P-2.0) CAD library bundle for CH596D (WCH, QFN-20(3x3)) directly on this page, including KiCad 8 Footprints (.kicad_mod), Schematic Symbols (.kicad_sym), Autodesk Fusion 360 / Eagle (.lbr), and 3D STEP AP214 / WebGL GLB models.
Static Reference Appendix: Pinout Table (21 pins) & CH596 Family VariantsExpand static table
| Pin # | Signal Name | Electrical Type | Functional Description & Design Notes |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | PA10 | Digital_IO | Signal terminal PA10 (I/O, 3.3V / 5.0V Standard Logic domain). Multiplexed alternate functions: PA10. Supported peripheral buses: ADC. |
| 2 | PB6/PWM8/A9 | Digital_IO | Signal terminal PB6/PWM8/A9 (I/O, 3.3V / 5.0V Standard Logic domain). Multiplexed alternate functions: PB6/PWM8/A9. Supported peripheral buses: PWM. |
| 3 | VIO15/VDD15 | Power_In | Primary positive power supply input (VIO15/VDD15) operating in the 3.3V / 5.0V Standard Logic domain (Max rating: 5.5V). |
| 4 | PA8/RXD1/A12 | Digital_IO | Signal terminal PA8/RXD1/A12 (I/O, 3.3V / 5.0V Standard Logic domain). Multiplexed alternate functions: PA8/RXD1/A12. Supported peripheral buses: UART. |
| 5 | PA9/TMR0/TXD1/A13 | Digital_IO | Signal terminal PA9/TMR0/TXD1/A13 (I/O, 3.3V / 5.0V Standard Logic domain). Multiplexed alternate functions: PA9/TMR0/TXD1/A13. Supported peripheral buses: UART. |
| 6 | PB15/MISO_/SCL | Digital_IO | Signal terminal PB15/MISO_/SCL (I/O, 3.3V / 5.0V Standard Logic domain). Multiplexed alternate functions: SPI. Supported peripheral buses: SPI, I2C. |
| 7 | PB14/MOSI_/SDA/PWM10 | Digital_IO | Signal terminal PB14/MOSI_/SDA/PWM10 (I/O, 3.3V / 5.0V Standard Logic domain). Multiplexed alternate functions: SPI. Supported peripheral buses: SPI, I2C, PWM. |
| 8 | PB13/SCK0_/TXD1 | Digital_IO | Signal terminal PB13/SCK0_/TXD1 (I/O, 3.3V / 5.0V Standard Logic domain). Multiplexed alternate functions: SPI. Supported peripheral buses: UART, SPI. |
| 9 | PB12 | Digital_IO | Signal terminal PB12 (I/O, 3.3V / 5.0V Standard Logic domain). Multiplexed alternate functions: PB12. Supported peripheral buses: UART. |
| 10 | PB11 | Digital_IO | Signal terminal PB11 (I/O, 3.3V / 5.0V Standard Logic domain). Multiplexed alternate functions: PB11. Supported peripheral buses: General. |
| 11 | PB10 | Digital_IO | Signal terminal PB10 (I/O, 3.3V / 5.0V Standard Logic domain). Multiplexed alternate functions: PB10. Supported peripheral buses: General. |
| 12 | X32MO | Digital_IO | Signal terminal X32MO (I/O, 3.3V / 5.0V Standard Logic domain). Multiplexed alternate functions: X32MO. Supported peripheral buses: General. |
| 13 | X32MI | Digital_IO | Signal terminal X32MI (I/O, 3.3V / 5.0V Standard Logic domain). Multiplexed alternate functions: X32MI. Supported peripheral buses: General. |
| 14 | VINTA | Power_In | Primary positive power supply input (VINTA) operating in the 3.3V / 5.0V Standard Logic domain (Max rating: 5.5V). |
| 15 | ANT | RF_50Ohm | Signal terminal ANT (I/O, 3.3V / 5.0V Standard Logic domain). Multiplexed alternate functions: ANT. Supported peripheral buses: General. |
| 16 | PA15 | Digital_IO | Signal terminal PA15 (I/O, 3.3V / 5.0V Standard Logic domain). Multiplexed alternate functions: PA15. Supported peripheral buses: UART, SPI, ADC. |
| 17 | PA14 | Digital_IO | Signal terminal PA14 (I/O, 3.3V / 5.0V Standard Logic domain). Multiplexed alternate functions: PA14. Supported peripheral buses: UART, SPI, ADC. |
| 18 | PA13 | Digital_IO | Signal terminal PA13 (I/O, 3.3V / 5.0V Standard Logic domain). Multiplexed alternate functions: PA13. Supported peripheral buses: SPI, ADC, PWM, SWD/JTAG. |
| 19 | PA12 | Digital_IO | Signal terminal PA12 (I/O, 3.3V / 5.0V Standard Logic domain). Multiplexed alternate functions: PA12. Supported peripheral buses: PWM. |
| 20 | PA11 | Digital_IO | Signal terminal PA11 (I/O, 3.3V / 5.0V Standard Logic domain). Multiplexed alternate functions: PA11. Supported peripheral buses: General. |
| 21 | GND | GND | 0V electrical ground return terminal (GND) for internal core logic, I/O drivers, and analog sub-blocks. |









