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What is KiCad EDA?

The schematic editor enables users to create an unlimited number of designs without encountering any paywalls for additional features. With an integrated schematic editor and a comprehensive library of schematic symbols, you can quickly embark on your design projects. You can craft professional-grade PCB layouts featuring as many as 32 copper layers. KiCad now boasts a push-and-pull router capable of routing differential pairs while interactively adjusting trace lengths. Additionally, KiCad offers a 3D viewer that allows you to examine your design on an interactive canvas, giving you the ability to rotate and pan to observe details that may be challenging to discern in a 2D view. There are multiple rendering options available, allowing you to modify the board's appearance or selectively hide and reveal certain elements. The schematic capture process in KiCad is both rapid and effective, equipped with all necessary tools to facilitate this task. The user interface emphasizes productivity, making it easy to work efficiently. Furthermore, large designs can be organized into hierarchical subsheets, ensuring that complexity knows no bounds. This flexibility allows for the creation of intricate designs tailored to various needs.

What is DesignSpark PCB?

We are excited to present our free DesignSpark PCB, a tool aimed at expanding your design capabilities and encouraging innovative breakthroughs. This remarkable software operates on a powerful engine that simplifies the process of creating schematics as well as designing PCB layouts and boards. With numerous free design tools and resources available, you can effortlessly transition your most ingenious ideas into production. Whether you're looking for a design-specific tool, a wealth of technical resources, or a holistic design ecosystem, our extensive suite integrates smoothly into your current workflow. Enjoy the liberty to develop your schematics without any limitations on size or the number of sheets, enabling maximum creative expression. You can also take advantage of an unrestricted number of layers in your next PCB project, with no limits imposed on nodes, pads, or connections. The sole restriction is that your PCB must fit within dimensions of 1m by 1m, giving you sufficient room to realize your visions. This flexibility empowers designers to transcend traditional limits and investigate new avenues of creativity, inspiring a culture of innovation. Ultimately, DesignSpark PCB serves as a catalyst for turning imaginative concepts into tangible realities.

Media

Media

Integrations Supported

Pop!_OS
Quilter

Integrations Supported

Pop!_OS
Quilter

API Availability

Has API

API Availability

Has API

Pricing Information

Pricing not provided.
Free Trial Offered?
Free Version

Pricing Information

Pricing not provided.
Free Trial Offered?
Free Version

Supported Platforms

SaaS
Android
iPhone
iPad
Windows
Mac
On-Prem
Chromebook
Linux

Supported Platforms

SaaS
Android
iPhone
iPad
Windows
Mac
On-Prem
Chromebook
Linux

Customer Service / Support

Standard Support
24 Hour Support
Web-Based Support

Customer Service / Support

Standard Support
24 Hour Support
Web-Based Support

Training Options

Documentation Hub
Webinars
Online Training
On-Site Training

Training Options

Documentation Hub
Webinars
Online Training
On-Site Training

Company Facts

Organization Name

KiCad EDA

Date Founded

2007

Company Location

United States

Company Website

www.kicad.org

Company Facts

Organization Name

DesignSpark

Date Founded

2010

Company Location

United Kingdom

Company Website

www.rs-online.com/designspark/pcb-software

Categories and Features

Electrical Design

CAD Tools
Change Management
Collaboration
Compliance Management
Document Generation
Drag & Drop
Electrical Parts Catalog
Functions / Calculations
One Line Diagram
PLC Tools
Reusable Designs
Symbol Library

PCB Design

3D Visualization
Autorouting
Collaboration Tools
Component Library
Design Rule Check
Differential Pair Routing
Schematic Editor

Categories and Features

PCB Design

3D Visualization
Autorouting
Collaboration Tools
Component Library
Design Rule Check
Differential Pair Routing
Schematic Editor

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