Tiny Tapeout 7 Unveils Open Source Z80 Design

The latest round of low-cost chip making is gearing up with an open-source Z80 core and over two hundred other projects. Tiny Tapeout 7 (TT07) is set to close at 10pm CEST tomorrow (Saturday, June 1).

The scheme encompasses an implementation of an open-source Z80 core following the discontinuation of the original chip. Currently, the project has occupied half of the 512 tiles, with previous projects witnessing significant last-minute submissions. Some of the projects in the lineup include ADCs and DACs, a RISC-V controller core, GPU, and a tensor unit (TPU).

Organizer Matt Venn expressed, “We're down to the final days for Tiny Tapeout 7. We already have some fantastic projects on board, and there's still time if you wish to contribute something yourself."

The TT04 project is currently shipping, and participants have begun receiving boards. Venn mentioned, “TT05 chips have been packaged and are expected to be on their way to us soon. We are aiming to commence production shortly and are confident of surpassing our estimated delivery date."

For more information and updates on Tiny Tapeout 7, visit www.tinytapeout.com.