If your design requires multi‑layer stack‑up management, advanced signal‑integrity simulation, or complex mechanical integration, you’ll likely outgrow Circuit Wizard and need a more powerful suite. But for many hobbyist and small‑business applications, version 1.15 hits the sweet spot between capability and simplicity. Circuit Wizard is commercial software. To stay on the right side of the law and support ongoing development, purchase a legitimate license from the official vendor if you plan to use it beyond a trial period.
| Step | Action | Screenshot (concept) | |------|--------|----------------------| | | Double‑click CircuitWizard.exe . The splash screen appears, followed by the main window. | ![Splash screen] | | 2. Set Up a Project | File → New Project , give it a name, and choose a folder (preferably within the portable directory for easy backup). | ![New project] | | 3. Add a Schematic | File → New → Schematic . Drag components from the left‑hand library pane onto the canvas. | ![Schematic capture] | | 4. Run ERC | Click the ERC button to verify connectivity and flag unconnected pins. | ![ERC dialog] | | 5. Transfer to PCB | Tools → Generate Netlist , then File → New → PCB . Import the netlist to auto‑place components. | ![Netlist import] | | 6. Layout | Snap components to the 0.1 mm grid, route traces with the Auto‑Router or manually using the Route tool. | ![PCB layout] | | 7. DRC Check | Run the Design Rule Check to catch clearance violations before exporting. | ![DRC report] | | 8. Export Gerbers | File → Export → Gerber . Choose the default folder inside your project and send the zip to your fab. | ![Export Gerbers] | Circuit Wizard 1.15 Portable.rar--
| Feature | What It Does | Typical Use‑Case | |---------|--------------|-------------------| | | Drag‑and‑drop components, automatic netlist generation | Drafting a simple Arduino shield or a custom sensor board | | PCB Layout Engine | Grid‑snapped placement, autorouting (basic), DRC checks | Building 2‑layer hobby boards up to ~6 × 6 inches | | Component Libraries | Built‑in parts from popular manufacturers (TI, ON‑Semi, etc.) | Quick BOM creation and footprint matching | | Export Options | Gerber, drill files, BOM CSV, netlist | Sending files to a fab house or a 3D‑printer for enclosure design | | Simulation (Limited) | SPICE‑style DC/AC analysis for simple circuits | Verifying biasing networks or filter behavior before layout | To stay on the right side of the
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Key strengths of the full version include: