WSCAD Reviews & Ratings

WSCAD

5.0 out of 5 stars
OrCAD X Reviews & Ratings

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ease 5 out of 5 stars
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support 5 out of 5 stars

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What is WSCAD?

For over three decades, WSCAD has been at the forefront of creating electrical CAD solutions. Our diverse clientele ranges from small to medium enterprises to large international corporations and engineering service providers, especially within the machine-building, panel manufacturing, and building automation sectors. Currently, more than 40,000 electrical engineers rely on WSCAD software for their design needs. The software operates on a unified platform that encompasses six engineering disciplines: Electrical Engineering, Cabinet Engineering, Piping and Instrumentation, Fluid Engineering, Building Automation, and Electrical Installation. This innovative design allows for any modifications made to a component in one discipline to be automatically updated across all others, enhancing both efficiency and quality of work. Introducing WSCAD ELECTRIX, our latest and most advanced electrical CAD tool, which is now available. Whether you're focused on piping and instrumentation diagrams, fluid power designs, electrical schematics, or cabinet engineering, WSCAD is tailored to meet your needs. The cutting-edge ELECTRIX features a completely revamped design engine and supports compatibility with standard formats like DXF/DWG, alongside incorporating modern advancements such as augmented reality, multi-threading capabilities, and automation features. With this new offering, WSCAD aims to significantly elevate the design experience for engineers across various fields.

What is OrCAD X?

OrCAD® X represents a comprehensive platform for PCB design that enhances user experience, boosts performance, and streamlines automation. This software suite encompasses various applications such as schematic design, PCB layout, simulation, and data management. Among its offerings, OrCAD X Capture stands out as a widely used tool for creating and documenting electrical circuits. Complementing this is PSpice®, an integrated virtual SPICE simulation engine within Capture, which empowers users to prototype and validate their designs through top-tier native analog, mixed signal, and advanced analysis capabilities. Additionally, OrCAD X Presto and OrCAD X PCB editor facilitate seamless collaboration between ECAD and MCAD teams, enabling designers to produce superior PCBs more efficiently. OrCAD X Presto features a user-friendly interface tailored for novice designers as well as electrical engineers and PCB designers who prioritize rapid PCB development, making it an essential tool in today's fast-paced design environment. The combined functionalities of these applications ensure that designers can meet the evolving demands of the industry effectively.

Media

Media

Integrations Supported

3DEXPERIENCE
OpenPDM
PTC Windchill
SAP PLM
Teamcenter

Integrations Supported

Arena PLM
BQR
BV Circuits
GoSaaS Integrator
JTAG Maps
Propel
Pulsonix
XJTAG DFT Assistant
Xilinx

API Availability

Has API

API Availability

Pricing Information

$84/month
We provide a variety of tailored software packages based on design needs. The price listed above is for our Compact software, which allows you to create wiring diagrams, cabinet layouts, light electrical installation planning, create BOMs, intelligent PDFs, and much more. We also offer the largest electrical component library in the world, with 2.1 million components from over 400 manufacturers. We provide a wide range of tailored software packages to meet the needs of businesses of all sizes. Please contact us if you would like to learn more about our software and services.
Free Trial Offered?

Pricing Information

$107 USD/month
OrCAD X is offered in both term and perpetual licensing. Term licensing is based on a 12 month period and reduces the upfront product cost while providing access to all services. It includes support, software updates, and OrCAD X Cloud subscription. Perpetual licensing has a higher upfront cost, but allows indefinite use of the purchased version. It includes the first year of maintenance which covers support, software updates, and OrCAD X Cloud subscription. Unlike a term license maintenance must be maintained to provide continual access to support, software updates, and access to new product versions.

Additional features and license options will affect the price.
Free Trial Offered?

Supported Platforms

Windows
Mac

Supported Platforms

SaaS
Windows
On-Prem

Customer Service / Support

Standard Support
Web-Based Support

Customer Service / Support

Standard Support
Web-Based Support

Training Options

Documentation Hub
Webinars
Online Training
On-Site Training

Training Options

Documentation Hub
Online Training

Company Facts

Organization Name

WSCAD

Company Location

Germany

Company Website

www.wscad.com/en/

Company Facts

Organization Name

Cadence Design Systems

Date Founded

1988

Company Location

United States

Company Website

www.cadence.com/en_US/home/tools/pcb-design-and-analysis/orcad.html

Categories and Features

CAD

2D Drawing
Database Connectivity
Design Export
Document Management
Electrical
Presentation Tools

Electrical Design

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

Categories and Features

CAD

Collaboration
Design Analysis
Design Export
Document Management
Electrical

Circuit Simulation

Not specified

Electrical Design

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

Engineering

2D Drawing
3D Modeling
Collaboration
Design Analysis
Design Export
Document Management
Electrical Engineering

PCB Design

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

Simulation

Design Analysis
Monte Carlo Simulation

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