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PCB Editor

Advanced board layout environment with precision placement and routing tools for translating schematics into manufacturable PCB designs.

Powerful tool for converting schematics into physical printed circuit boards with micron-level precision.

The PCB Editor in Altium Designer 2025 is a comprehensive tool for designing and developing printed circuit boards with an extensive set of features.

Purpose:
  • Creating PCB layouts based on electrical schematics
  • Component placement and connection routing
  • Defining physical parameters of the printed circuit board

    • Capabilities and Features:
  • Powerful interactive editor for designing boards of any complexity
  • 3D board visualization for verifying mechanical aspects of the design
  • Design rule configuration to ensure compliance with manufacturing constraints
  • Tools for working with high-speed signals and complex topologies
  • Support for various board types: multi-layer, flexible, rigid-flex
  • Integration with MCAD systems for collaboration with mechanical engineers
    • Connections with Other Sections:

    Directly linked to Schematic Editor through synchronization mechanism. Uses data from Component Library Manager for component placement. Interacts with Design Rule Checker for design rule verification. Integrates with Manufacturing Integration for preparing production data