From 2D sketch to 3D reality. 🛠️🔌
| Requirement | AutoCAD | Dedicated PCB Tool (e.g., KiCad) | |-------------|---------|----------------------------------| | | ❌ None | ✅ Full | | Auto-avoidance & push/shove | ❌ None | ✅ Yes | | Electrical DRC | ❌ None | ✅ Yes | | Net class rules | ❌ None | ✅ Yes | | 3D MCAD integration | ✅ Good (via STEP/IGES) | ✅ Via export | | Gerber output | ❌ No | ✅ Yes | | Design for Manufacturing (DFM) | ❌ No | ✅ Basic checks | pcb design autocad
From 2D sketch to 3D reality. 🛠️🔌
| Requirement | AutoCAD | Dedicated PCB Tool (e.g., KiCad) | |-------------|---------|----------------------------------| | | ❌ None | ✅ Full | | Auto-avoidance & push/shove | ❌ None | ✅ Yes | | Electrical DRC | ❌ None | ✅ Yes | | Net class rules | ❌ None | ✅ Yes | | 3D MCAD integration | ✅ Good (via STEP/IGES) | ✅ Via export | | Gerber output | ❌ No | ✅ Yes | | Design for Manufacturing (DFM) | ❌ No | ✅ Basic checks |