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LM2596 fixed 5 V regulator: black package, silver grounded tab, five silver leads and readable markings.

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TO263-5-KTT-GroundTab KiCad PCB Footprint

LM2596 · LM2596S-5.0/NOPB · D²PAK-5: an editable KiCad footprint with 5 numbered pads at 1.70 mm pitch.

PCBPCB / schematic

Description

Editable KiCad footprint with numbered copper pads, drill dimensions and package outlines.

Use in KiCad

Download the .kicad_mod file.
Create a folder named TEP.pretty and put the file inside.
In KiCad, open Preferences → Manage Footprint Libraries and add that folder.
Select the footprint in the Footprint Editor or assign it to your schematic symbol.

Dimensions are in millimeters. Confirm the package and pin mapping against your chosen part before fabrication. This is a footprint, not a complete PCB or 3D model.

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File Structure

TEP_TO263-5-KTT-GroundTab.kicad_modKiCad footprint · 2 KB. A single file: nothing to extract, open it as described in the Install tab.

Installation4 steps

From the download to a working project, in order. The steps follow what the package contains.

You will need

KiCadAdd the .kicad_mod file to a .pretty footprint library.

Steps

1
Create a footprint library
Create a folder named TEP.pretty and put the downloaded .kicad_mod file inside.
2
Add it to KiCad
Open Preferences → Manage Footprint Libraries and add the TEP.pretty folder. Open the footprint in the Footprint Editor or assign it to a schematic symbol.
3
Check your chosen package
Verify the pin mapping, pad dimensions and drill sizes against your component before fabricating the PCB. Dimensions are in millimeters.
4
Check the component datasheet
Use the LM2596 package drawing and pinout to confirm pad numbers and dimensions before manufacturing.

FAQs5 questionsContact TEP

How do I download the LM2596 footprint?

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Which package should I choose?

This selection is LM2596S-5.0/NOPB in D²PAK-5. Match your actual component's package and pad numbering; through-hole and surface-mount footprints are not interchangeable.

Does this include a complete PCB or 3D model?

This .kicad_mod file is an editable footprint. The interactive datasheet separately provides schematic, pinout and 3D previews.

How can I verify the file?

Compare its SHA-256 against the checksum on this page. In PowerShell run Get-FileHash TEP_TO263-5-KTT-GroundTab.kicad_mod.

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