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Description
BluePrint-PCB® seamlessly integrates with your PCB CAD system and/or CAM350® to facilitate the rapid generation of detailed electronic drawings essential for the processes of PCB fabrication, assembly, and inspection. This innovative tool recognizes its task of producing a PCB document and efficiently imports the complete PCB CAD database in a single action, enabling the automatic creation and linking of countless PCB views and details while preserving design intelligence and surpassing limitations typically encountered with both PCB and mechanical CAD systems. Consequently, the result is an electronic document that more effectively communicates the necessary instructions for successful PCB manufacturing. Users can automatically generate PCB views, details, and tables directly from PCB CAD data, eliminating the restrictions of traditional PCB CAD while maintaining the integrity of the design. Furthermore, it leverages PCB intelligence to produce common drawing elements and allows the creation of dynamic and engaging documentation that includes hyperlinks and multimedia content. Additionally, all relevant information regarding the PCB assembly is consolidated into a single electronic “release package,” enhancing organization and accessibility. This comprehensive approach not only streamlines the PCB manufacturing workflow but also fosters improved collaboration among teams.
Description
CADCraft is a free and open-source application designed for computer-aided design and drafting, enabling users to produce and modify technical drawings with ease. The software features a combination of a command line interface and a visual drawing area, equipped with various tools for handling 2D geometry, managing object snaps, organizing layers, and adjusting properties, dimensions, hatches, blocks, layouts, and plotting. It supports both reading and writing in DXF and DWG formats while also allowing exports to PDF, SVG, and PNG. Users can design floor plans, create mechanical part diagrams, and other two-dimensional visuals, which they can organize into sheets using paper-space layouts and viewports. CADCraft operates as a native desktop application across Windows, macOS, and Linux platforms, in addition to offering a build compatible with WebAssembly for browser use. To facilitate advanced functions, it includes a command-line utility, a JSON control protocol, and a Model Context Protocol server that allows for scripting of drawing, inspection, and rendering tasks. As the project is continuously evolving, users can expect regular updates and new features to enhance their design experience. Overall, CADCraft provides a comprehensive toolset for both amateur and professional designers alike.
API Access
Has API
No
API Access
Has API
Yes
Pricing Details
No price information available.
Free Trial
Yes
Free Version
No
Pricing Details
$0
Free under the MIT or Apache-2.0 license; no account or subscription required.
Free Trial
No
Free Version
Yes
Deployment
Web-Based
Yes
On-Premises
No
iPhone App
No
iPad App
No
Android App
No
Windows
Yes
Mac
No
Linux
No
Chromebook
No
Deployment
Web-Based
Yes
On-Premises
No
iPhone App
No
iPad App
No
Android App
No
Windows
Yes
Mac
Yes
Linux
Yes
Chromebook
No
Customer Support
Business Hours
Yes
Live Rep (24/7)
No
Online Support
Yes
Customer Support
Business Hours
No
Live Rep (24/7)
No
Online Support
No
Types of Training
Training Docs
Yes
Webinars
Yes
Live Training (Online)
No
In Person
Yes
Types of Training
Training Docs
No
Webinars
No
Live Training (Online)
No
In Person
No
Vendor Details
Company Name
DownStream
Country
United States
Website
www.downstreamtech.com/products/blueprint-pcb/
Vendor Details
Company Name
ArtCraft
Website
github.com/storytold/cadcraft
Product Features
PCB Design
3D Visualization
No
Autorouting
No
Collaboration Tools
No
Component Library
No
Design Rule Check
No
Differential Pair Routing
No
Schematic Editor
No
Product Features
CAD
2 1/2-Axis Milling
No
2D Drawing
No
3-Axis Milling
No
3D Modeling
No
4-Axis Milling
No
5-Axis Milling
No
Civil
No
Collaboration
No
Database Connectivity
No
Design Analysis
No
Design Export
No
Document Management
No
Electrical
No
Hole Making
No
Mechanical
No
Mechatronics
No
Presentation Tools
No
Simulate Cycles
No
Spiral Output
No
Structural Engineering
No
Toolpath Simulation
No
User Defined Cycles
No