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KiCad vs. Diptrace vs. TARGET3001! vs. others
ezalys:
Hey all,
I recall a few threads comparing KiCad and Diptrace a while back, but both have evolved pretty substantially so it doesn't really feel like a fair comparison anymore. Can someone out there compare KiCad and Diptrace who has worked with them recently? A comparison with other sub-$500 EDA software would also be very helpful! I remember trying target 3001! a while ago and liking it.
nctnico:
What kind of boards do you want to design with the PCB package? Do the boards need to be assembled professionally by an assembler?
ezalys:
Two and four layer boards. Relatively simple stuff. I might have them assembled at some point but for the moment I just use a hot plate and stencil or even just drag soldering.
ezalys:
Most of the stuff is analog and power electronics. I do a lot of RF... microstrip, DXF import, controlled impedance and all that would be very nice to have but I understand if it's not realistic and I'd have to hack it in these lower end programs.
bson:
I'm pretty sure KiCad will only import DXF for outlines, slots, silk, and as a general purpose user placement canvas. While I think you can import it to a copper layer, it won't inherently be part of a net, but it might be possible to wing it by running a trace through it.
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