Simple PCB layout software to use

[Antonio_Magma]

simple pcb layout editor

I'm building an embedded Ethernet module for my project.

I'm using either a DP83847 (LLP) from National or Micrel's KS8721B (SSOP).

I'm totally new to PCB and i'm currently looking for a PCB layout software for simple and easy layout (1 layer)

Can anyone recommend any software?

 

[mengghee]

elías - pcb

you can try eagle layout editor. there is a trial version.

 

[kender]

pcb wizard

You can also try ExpressPCB, butt keep in mind that you will need to use their service to have your boards manufactured. Their prices are reasonable.

 

[MikeHibbett]

simple pcb layout program

I second the suggestion on Eagle. The free version is very good. And Olimex, the cheap PCB manufacturer in Bulgaria, take the CAD files directly.

There is also a very good 3D model generator for Eagle CAD, called Eagle 3D, which is also free.

Mike

 

[Antonio_Magma]

Eagle sounds interesting.

At least if i have any problems with the software i believe there r ppl here who can help me

 

[deb_mallik]

orcad layout plus is best for bigneers

 

[deb05]

orcad is best

 

[centiago]

Try pcad or pads or orcad.

these software in demo mode has software limitation. try these if these meet your requirement.

 

[Mindaugasu]

I thin Eagle is the best tool for hobyist.
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www.scienceprog.com

 

[centiago]

There's a catch when you are routing for ethernet controller. The TX & RX signal MUST be differentially routed.

Read any ethernet PCB routing manual before you actually do alctual routing.

Good Luck.

 

[kidt]

Hi..

I have used Express PCB and DIP Trace, both free softwares available on the net. you can just random search and download them. For my application, i used the express PCB software to do a single layer PCB layout for my isp1161 chip. Express PCB is quite easy to use.. For your single layer design, i think it shoul be no problem using express PCB. anyway, user preference is subjective and ... well, just try them out and see

 

[nanang_00]

hi Antonio

you can try orcad

 

[Elias Novaes]

hi Antonio ... the circad 4.20 is exelent .

Elias Novaes

 

[prasannavenkatesh krishna]

Hi

Try out CadstarExpress if ur board doesnt have many components.

rgds,
prasanna

 

[Elias Novaes]

pcb wizard is exelent for small circuits .

Added after 5 minutes:

made unfinished project with circad 4.20 ....

 

[Elias Novaes]

the pcb wizard ......

 

[ssankurathri]

hi
try easy-pc.its so simple to use.