ExpressPCB has been THE free PCB layout and design software for over 20 Years, used by Engineers, electronic Designers, students and hobbyists. ExpressPCB has helped create designs to explore the bottom of the ocean, outer space and everywhere in between. Design-Build-Manufacture…. all in one tool. As always, ExpressPCB is US based for both technical support and manufacturing. Always Tariff free!!!
ExpressPCB Classic:
ExpressPCB Classic is perfect when ease of use is a must, and you need to knock something out quickly. Schematic Link helps ease routing, and minimal setup is required to get your design completed and off to manufacturing!
- 2-4 Layers
- Schematic Link To Layout
- Min Via(drill)/Pad .008”(.0135”)/.026”
- Min Drill Hole .0135″
- Plane Layer On Internal Layers
- Top Silk Only
- Easy To Learn & Use
ExpressPCB Plus:
As technology continues to compress form factors, we have increased capabilities within ExpressPCB Plus. We offer smaller via and trace sizes, as well as 2 additional copper layers with the option to rout signals, providing users more of the flexibility today’s world requires.
- 2 – 6 Layers
- Min Via(Drill)/Pad .006”(.010”)/.023”
- Min Drill Hole 0.010″
- Trace Route On Internal Layers
- Top & Bottom Silkscreen
- Copy & Paste Between Designs
- Import Classic Designs To Get The Best Of Both Worlds
| Classic | Plus | |
|---|---|---|
| Max Layer Count | 4 | 6 |
| Inner Layer types | Plane only | Plane and/or Signal |
| Hole Sizes | Preset list of 24 | 0.006″ – 0.250″ |
| Soldermask Editing | No | Yes |
| Silkscreen | Top only | Top & Bottom |
| Non-Plated Holes | No | No |
| Internal Slots or Cutouts | No | No |
| Design Rule Check | External (xCheck) | Integrated |
| Schematic Link | Yes | No |
| Highlight Net | Only w/Schematic Link | Yes |
| Undo Function | Single Action | Multiple (limited to current session) |
| Design Notes | No | Yes |
| Bill of Materials | No | Yes |
| Quote & Order Direct from Software | Yes | Yes |