DesignSpark CAD Design & 3D Modelling Software
We’ve built DesignSpark Mechanical with powerful gesture-based modelling, so you can use it even if you’re not a CAD software expert. It allows you to create complex geometry from zero. Our mechanical design software makes it easier to make edits in a CAD model without needing help from your CAD team, therefore eliminating this bottleneck.
What are the key features?
Unlimited schematic sheets and PCB layer count
Export to mechanical design software and Spice simulators
Manufacturing plots (Gerber, Excellon, drill, etc.) and reports (BoM, generic netlist, etc. )
Design rules checker and editor
Plotting - Pre plot checks
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Library - Component name ranges
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Bill of Materials composer
Save Copy As
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Library - Export/Import components
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Measure - Dual Units
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Units - Angular precision increased
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Integrated SnapEDA CAD library
Advanced DRC checks (undrilled pads, Via to SMD pad distance, etc.)
Blind and buried vias
Heirarchical schematic designs
Variant manager, TestLands and mechanical dimensions
Library Manager - Save Project Libraries
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Component Bin - Selection and ordering options
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Design Rules Checks - Additional checks
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Differential pairs and buses (define, edit, trunk routing, etc.)
Copper coverage report
IPC-2581 Output
Unlimited projects and design size
Pull, blend, fill and combine tools for complex shapes and geometry manipulation
Generate Bill of Materials and get quotes
Import PCBs in the IDF format
Measure and quality tools (check mass properties, draft angles, curvature, deviation, etc.)
Equation and constraint-based sketching tools
Reverse engineer solid model from 3D scanned mesh (eg. STL)
3D Mirror tool
Detailing options for drawing sheets (full GD&T and support for JIS, ISO, ANSI industry standards)
Cosmetic threads
Import/Export STEP, IGES, AutoCAD DWG and DXF formats
Edit 3D objects from Drawing sheet views
PCB Footprints And Schematics
Reference Designs
3D Product Models
Product Datasheet
RoHS and Reach Compliance Status (Y/N)
3D Model and Footprint
Lifecycle Risk
Environmental Risk
RoHS and Reach Compliance Information
DRC Status
Technical Attributes
Predictive Lifecycle Data
Alternative Products
Export Compliance - HTC, ECCN, and Schedule B
Product Change and End of Life Notifications
Simulator Time Limit
1 min 60 min 60 min
Design, modeling, Simulator, and analysis environment for electronic and mechatronic circuits and systems.
Analog, digital, mixed-signal and multi-domain systems including electro-mechanical and electro-thermal.
User access to Partner provided SPICE and VHDL-AMS models. Users can create and import Simulator models.
Unlimited public designs
Closed Groups for Collaboration
Private Groups for Collaboration (DesignSpark invite-only)
Public discussion forum
Learning materials
tutorials, videos, and FAQs + advanced tips and tricks + advanced tips and tricks
Unlimited schematic sheets and PCB layer count
Export to mechanical design software and Spice simulators
Manufacturing plots (Gerber, Excellon, drill, etc.) and reports (BoM, generic netlist, etc. )
Design rules checker and editor
Plotting - Pre plot checks
New
Library - Component name ranges
New
Unlimited schematic sheets and PCB layer count
Export to mechanical design software and Spice simulators
Manufacturing plots (Gerber, Excellon, drill, etc.) and reports (BoM, generic netlist, etc. )
Design rules checker and editor
Plotting - Pre plot checks
New
Library - Component name ranges
New
Bill of Materials composer
Save Copy As
New
Library - Export/Import components
New
Measure - Dual Units
New
Units - Angular precision increased
New
Integrated SnapEDA CAD library
Advanced DRC checks (undrilled pads, Via to SMD pad distance, etc.)
Unlimited schematic sheets and PCB layer count
Export to mechanical design software and Spice simulators
Manufacturing plots (Gerber, Excellon, drill, etc.) and reports (BoM, generic netlist, etc. )
Design rules checker and editor
Plotting - Pre plot checks
New
Library - Component name ranges
New
Bill of Materials composer
Save Copy As
New
Library - Export/Import components
New
Measure - Dual Units
New
Units - Angular precision increased
New
Integrated SnapEDA CAD library
Advanced DRC checks (undrilled pads, Via to SMD pad distance, etc.)
Blind and buried vias
Heirarchical schematic designs
Variant manager, TestLands and mechanical dimensions
Library Manager - Save Project Libraries
New
Component Bin - Selection and ordering options
New
Design Rules Checks - Additional checks
New
Differential pairs and buses (define, edit, trunk routing, etc.)
Copper coverage report
IPC-2581 Output
Unlimited projects and design size
Pull, blend, fill and combine tools for complex shapes and geometry manipulation
Generate Bill of Materials and get quotes
Import PCBs in the IDF format
Measure and quality tools (check mass properties, draft angles, curvature, deviation, etc.)
Equation and constraint-based sketching tools
Unlimited projects and design size
Pull, blend, fill and combine tools for complex shapes and geometry manipulation
Generate Bill of Materials and get quotes
Import PCBs in the IDF format
Measure and quality tools (check mass properties, draft angles, curvature, deviation, etc.)
Equation and constraint-based sketching tools
Reverse engineer solid model from 3D scanned mesh (eg. STL)
3D Mirror tool
Detailing options for drawing sheets (full GD&T and support for JIS, ISO, ANSI industry standards)
Cosmetic threads
Import/Export STEP, IGES, AutoCAD DWG and DXF formats
Edit 3D objects from Drawing sheet views
Unlimited projects and design size
Pull, blend, fill and combine tools for complex shapes and geometry manipulation
Generate Bill of Materials and get quotes
Import PCBs in the IDF format
Measure and quality tools (check mass properties, draft angles, curvature, deviation, etc.)
Equation and constraint-based sketching tools
Reverse engineer solid model from 3D scanned mesh (eg. STL)
3D Mirror tool
Detailing options for drawing sheets (full GD&T and support for JIS, ISO, ANSI industry standards)
Cosmetic threads
Import/Export STEP, IGES, AutoCAD DWG and DXF formats
Edit 3D objects from Drawing sheet views
PCB Footprints And Schematics
Reference Designs
3D Product Models
Product Datasheet
RoHS and Reach Compliance Status (Y/N)
3D Model and Footprint
PCB Footprints And Schematics
Reference Designs
3D Product Models
Product Datasheet
RoHS and Reach Compliance Status (Y/N)
3D Model and Footprint
Lifecycle Risk
Environmental Risk
RoHS and Reach Compliance Information
DRC Status
PCB Footprints And Schematics
Reference Designs
3D Product Models
Product Datasheet
RoHS and Reach Compliance Status (Y/N)
3D Model and Footprint
Lifecycle Risk
Environmental Risk
RoHS and Reach Compliance Information
DRC Status
Technical Attributes
Predictive Lifecycle Data
Alternative Products
Export Compliance - HTC, ECCN, and Schedule B
Product Change and End of Life Notifications
Design, modeling, Simulator, and analysis environment for electronic and mechatronic circuits and systems.
Analog, digital, mixed-signal and multi-domain systems including electro-mechanical and electro-thermal.
User access to Partner provided SPICE and VHDL-AMS models. Users can create and import Simulator models.
Unlimited public designs
Closed Groups for Collaboration
Design, modeling, Simulator, and analysis environment for electronic and mechatronic circuits and systems.
Analog, digital, mixed-signal and multi-domain systems including electro-mechanical and electro-thermal.
User access to Partner provided SPICE and VHDL-AMS models. Users can create and import Simulator models.
Unlimited public designs
Closed Groups for Collaboration
Design, modeling, Simulator, and analysis environment for electronic and mechatronic circuits and systems.
Analog, digital, mixed-signal and multi-domain systems including electro-mechanical and electro-thermal.
User access to Partner provided SPICE and VHDL-AMS models. Users can create and import Simulator models.
Unlimited public designs
Closed Groups for Collaboration
Private Groups for Collaboration (DesignSpark invite-only)
Public discussion forum
Learning materials
Public discussion forum
Learning materials
Public discussion forum
Learning materials
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DesignSpark Mechanical features vary depending on which subscription you are on. Register for a free DesignSpark account to explore our entry level software or upgrade to a Creator or Engineer to unlock more features and release your imagination