Design customizable layouts for all types of circuit boards by utilizing the Digi-key component database. Every new PCB layout is created with an option to personalize and adjust every element and neatly align the parts by means of the snap-to-grid feature.
ExpressPCB is a software program that provides users the right tools for designing layouts for printed circuit boards. The application has a straightforward installation process, and thanks to its friendly interface can be used by either experienced or novice engineers.
The interface is pretty basic and is comprised of the main menu, a side panel, a toolbar, and the common workspace. Because of its background theme and its poorly crafted icons and buttons, the general impression about the program's look is rather negative.
As you advance to its features, ExpressPCB starts to improve. Of course, before starting to create layouts, you need to have a basic knowledge of electronics and get accustomed to the program's GUI.
Once you've completed the accommodation phase, you are free to select the board that can encapsulate the components and the copper layers. If you don't know how to start, you can use the integrated templates.
The process continues with the choice of electronic components and board customization. You are able to position and rotate objects on the board and you can export the created content as a mechanical drawing file or an image file.
To sum it up, ExpressPCB is a software tool that delivers what users expect. It may not have the coolest design, but it's free and it's extremely responsive.
v7.8 [Dec 6, 2018]
- Changed from a soap API to a restful API to provide future flexibility for future state website.
- All pricing and services come from the plus model.
- Electrical test is now available.
- Coupons are now available for classic.
- Selecting the get price button will now save shipping details. Previously shipping and billing details were only stored if you select the order button.
- If solder mask or silk screen is not selected the value for the feature on the right of the screen is bold and highlighted.
- Added checkbox “Include Gerbers”. Check this box and we will send you the gerbers for your order along with your shipping confirmation email.
