SOLIDWORKS PCB
Collaborate on PCB design with SOLIDWORKS.
Overview
SOLIDWORKS PCB, powered by Altium, is a printed circuit board (PCB) design tool that is built for collaboration with SOLIDWORKS 3D mechanical design. It provides a unified environment for schematic capture and board layout, with a focus on ensuring that the PCB will fit the mechanical enclosure on the first try.
✨ Key Features
- Schematic Capture
- PCB Layout
- Real-time 3D clearance checking
- ECAD-MCAD design collaboration
- Version control for PCB designs
- Supplier links for component data
🎯 Key Differentiators
- On-demand collaboration between ECAD and MCAD domains
- Leverages the powerful Altium PCB design engine
- Familiar SOLIDWORKS environment for many users
- Managed ECO process to control design changes
Unique Value: Provides a seamless and collaborative PCB design experience specifically tailored for the SOLIDWORKS mechanical design environment.
🎯 Use Cases (4)
✅ Best For
- Designing complex PCBs that must conform to tightly-packaged mechanical enclosures.
- Reducing prototype iterations by resolving ECAD-MCAD conflicts early in the design process.
💡 Check With Vendor
Verify these considerations match your specific requirements:
- Standalone PCB design without a need for MCAD integration
- Industrial electrical schematics
🏆 Alternatives
Offers a more native and managed collaboration workflow for SOLIDWORKS users compared to the file-based exchange methods used with other PCB tools. It provides a more robust solution than the electronics design capabilities in Fusion 360.
💻 Platforms
✅ Offline Mode Available
🔌 Integrations
🛟 Support Options
- ✓ Email Support
- ✓ Phone Support
- ✓ Dedicated Support (Subscription Services tier)
🔒 Compliance & Security
💰 Pricing
✓ 14-day free trial
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