Free PCB software
Free PCB software
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Hi, does anyone know a good, easy to use, free software for creating 2-layer PCBs for hobby purposes?
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RE: Free PCB software
For more, look at the AutoTrax/EasyTrax from Protel. Free DOS based, and some people really like them.
Look at Eagle, from http://www.cadsoft.de - they have a free version that may do for you. The only hassle is the paradigm (oooh, cool word) which is backwards from most Windows type programs. Rather than select objects, then do something to them (noun/verb) you pick a tool, then apply the tool to objects (verb/noun). Some hate it (myself) and some love it. Try it.
Dean.
RE: Free PCB software
RE: Free PCB software
RE: Free PCB software
Sorry to speak beyond the actual PCB design software, but you indicated a hobby use. Many people like to gather hobby tricks, so I hope this helps you. I am assuming that you are planning to use photo etch boards? If not, then simply place a piece of carbon paper under the acetate, and do a stylus transfer, using the same pin technique. Either way, the main focus is to get both upper and lower sides of the board in as close alignment as possible. The pins will do this.
RE: Free PCB software
http://bach.ece.jhu.edu/~haceaton/pcb/
http://www.staticfreesoft.com/electric.html
RE: Free PCB software
http://www.free-pcb-software.com/html_uk/uk_service_1.htm
etc. for more PCB Layout software