DipTrace 5.0 with Push and Shove Router

September 12, 2024

We are excited to announce the release of DipTrace 5.0. This update introduces several highly anticipated features that are set to enhance your design workflow and boost efficiency.
One of the most notable additions in this release is the Push and Shove Router, which allows for dynamic routing adjustments by pushing traces and vias while manually routing. This feature streamlines the routing process and provides greater flexibility, making it easier to create complex designs with optimized trace layouts.
The PCB Layout module has been significantly upgraded with the addition of a PCB Calculator. This tool offers advanced PCB calculations for trace width, clearance, current, resistance, transmission line characteristics, differential pairs impedance, and more. You can manually customize width, length, gap, and layer stackup or base them on selected trace and differential pair settings.
In the Schematic Capture module, we have introduced a Digital SPICE Simulator for precise simulation of digital circuits, enhancing design validation and accuracy.
Further enhancing layout capabilities, DipTrace 5.0 now includes Via Stitching for copper pours, polygons, and entire boards, ensuring a more optimized and reliable layout. Trace Shielding is also now available through Via Shielding features, which offer improved signal integrity by providing effective protection against interference.
This version extends the software’s flexibility with robust Plugin support. Accompanied by comprehensive documentation and ready-to-use plugin examples with source codes, users can now create extensions in any desired programming environment.
The Cross Selection and Highlight feature enables seamless navigation between PCB and Schematic, enhancing design coherence. Additionally, the Place Selected by List option allows you to effortlessly place blocks selected in the Schematic onto your board.
DipTrace now features IPC-2581C Export that enables standardized, vendor-neutral file generation for PCB fabrication, assembly, and testing, ensuring smooth communication with fabricators and enhancing design compatibility across platforms.
Additionally, DipTrace 5.0 supports KiCad Netlist Import/Export, facilitating smoother collaboration with teams using different design tools.
For those collaborating with external tools, our Netlist-based PCB Update feature makes it easier than ever to update your PCB design from the netlist generated by any third-party software, streamlining the entire process.
The new Export to PDF option simplifies documentation by allowing direct export of Schematic and PCB designs to PDF format.
With DipTrace 5.0, we continue our commitment to providing a user-friendly yet powerful PCB design experience, now with even more tools to support your creative and technical needs.

Download DipTrace 5.0. Check out "What's new" for a full list of updates.