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Eagle	The EAGLE Layout Editor is an easy to use, yet powerful tool for designing printed circuit boards (PCBs). It can create CAM files for EXCELLON & GERBER. The limitations of the freeware version are as follows - the useable board area is limited to 100 x 80 mm (4 x 3.2 inches). only two signal layers can be used (Top and Bottom). the schematic editor can only create one sheet. Screen-shot. Created by CadSoft Computer GmbH.
Electric	The ElectricTM VLSI Design System is a complete Electronic Design Automation (EDA) system that can handle many forms of circuit design, including: Custom IC layout , Schematic Capture (digital and analog), Textual Languages such as VHDL and Verilog, Electro-mechanical hybrid layout, Programmable logic (FPGAs). Screen-Shot Created by Static Free Software
PCB Elegance	Schematics and PCB layout. Free version restricts the number of pins to 200. Screen-Shot Created by Merco Electronics
AutoTRAX	AutoTRAX integrates tools that include schematic capture, simulation, layout with autoplacement, autorouting and 3D visualization. Created by Kovac Software
CADSTAR	PCB design software. Free version limited to 50 library components and 300 pins. Created by Zuken.
LASI	LASI (LAyout System for Individuals) is a set of "general purpose" layout and design programs. It was not specifically designed for CMOS logic circuit layout, but most people use it for that purpose. LASI can draw schematics and can be used for most of the other graphical jobs of an IC project. Created by Dr.D.E.Boyce.
PCB123	Free schematic and layout software. Import Net lists from multiple CAD vendors, 145,000+ parts library, 2, 4, and 6 layer support, design rule check/design for manufacturing, copper pour with net connectivity. Created by PCB123
Free AutoCad (DWG) Viewer Powered by Brava!	Free AutoCad Viewer View DWG,DXF,DWF & CSF files. The Free DWG VIewer is based on easy to use Brava Desktop software. Supports: AutoCad (R12-2005), DWF v6, CSF
Download ExpressPCB Free	Free PCB software is a snap to learn and use. For the first time, designing circuit boards is simple for the beginner and efficient for the professional.