Sprint Layout - 6 English Full Fixed

Sprint-Layout 6.0 is an intuitive, specialized CAD software designed for the manual creation of single-sided, double-sided, and multilayer printed circuit boards (PCBs). Developed by the German company ABACOM, it is widely regarded as an accessible alternative to complex, expensive EDA (Electronic Design Automation) tools, emphasizing a "just draw it" philosophy that allows users to place pads, tracks, and zones as freely as drawing on paper. Core Features and Capabilities

The software strikes a balance between ease of use and professional-grade output, making it a favorite for both hobbyists and small-scale professional projects.

Layer Management: Supports up to two copper layers and two silk-screen layers for both sides of the board, plus additional inner layers for multilayer designs and a dedicated outline layer for board contours.

High Precision: Version 6.0 introduced a tenfold increase in resolution and accuracy, allowing for grid values as fine as 1µm for highly detailed structures.

Design Rule Check (DRC): Includes automated checking for common production errors, such as minimum clearance distances between tracks, to ensure the manufacturability of the board. Sprint Layout 6 English Full

Comprehensive Library: Features an extensive, extensible library of predefined components for both SMD and through-hole technology.

Automatic Ground Plane: Quickly fills unused areas with copper to simplify the etching process or create high-frequency shielding. Professional Manufacturing and Export

While the interface is simple, the output formats are compatible with professional industry standards.

Gerber & Excellon Export: Produces standard RS-274X Gerber files and Excellon drilling files accepted by almost all PCB manufacturers. Sprint-Layout 6

Isolation Milling: Supports CNC milling by generating HPGL format files for isolation channels, enabling in-house production without chemical etching.

Pick+Place Data: Exports necessary data for the automated assembly of SMD components. User Experience and Updates

The "English Full" version provides a complete, unrestricted environment for board design. Key enhancements in the 6.0 release include anti-aliasing for smoother graphics, a selector tool for batch editing similar elements, and an automatic capture mode that snaps tracks precisely to pads.

These video guides provide practical insights into the workflow and core functionalities of Sprint-Layout 6.0: Основы Sprint-Layout 6.0 56K views · 10 years ago YouTube · EngineeringLab Sprint-Layout 6.0 - Описание программы 3K views · 11 years ago YouTube · LedLip File → New (or Ctrl+N)