KiCAD is a cross-platform Free Open Source PCB design software that allows you to Create Schematic, PCB Layouts & also allows you to view the PCB layout in 3D models. You can download KiCAD by clicking here.
System Requirements
- Supported OS: Windows, macOS, Ubuntu, Debian, Arch Linux, Fedora, openSUSE, Linux Mint, FlatPak, Gentoo, Sabyon, FreeBSD.
- Processor: Intel 32 & 64 bit, PowerPC 32 & 64 bit, ARM 32 & 64 bit, MIPS 64bit
- Graphics: Cards with OpenGL 2.1 or greater
- RAM: > 1 GB
- Hard Disk Space: > 10 GB
- Screen Resolution: > 1280*1024
Features
Schematic Editor: With the schematic editor, you can create any design possible with the built-in schematic symbol or you can create your own if it is not available in the built-in library.
Bill of Materials: You can download the BOM using third party plugins
PCB Layout Editor: You can easily create the PCB Layout from the schematic diagram which you have created using the schematic editor. KiCAD also supports up to 32 copper layers
3D Viewer: helps you to view your design in 3D
Export Support: KiCAD various export formats like Gerber, Postscript, SVG, DXF, HPGL, and PDF. You can also print in black & white or colors using the built-in print function.
Drawbacks:
- There is no One-Click Auto Routing Function
- There is no One-Click simulation like other premium software
Conclusion: If you are a beginner then this is one of the best free open source software for you for creating schematics and professional-grade PCB layouts
Tutorials:
YouTube: Learn KiCAD under 25 Minutes
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