Quilter: Revolutionizing PCB Design
Quilter is a game-changer in the world of PCB design. It offers an end-to-end solution that simplifies the design process and saves engineers valuable time.
The core features of Quilter are truly impressive. It can place components, route traces, define board stackups, generate pours, and much more. It imports design constraints from board and schematic files to optimize designs for EMI performance and manufacturing. Moreover, it picks up where you leave off, placing and routing any unfinished components and traces without modifying manually created design elements.
Using Quilter is straightforward. First, design your schematic using your preferred ECAD application, currently supporting Altium (paid) and KiCAD (free). Then, upload your schematic and empty board file with outline and net list. Define your constraints, and Quilter will respect them, validating designs against manufacturing tolerances from top fab houses. Finally, Quilter's generative AI explores dozens of layout candidates and ensures that completed designs meet your DRCs and manufacturing tolerances.
In comparison to an autorouter, Quilter is more like a human designer. It manages all aspects of PCB design and can handle far more complex boards. It explores hundreds of design possibilities to optimize the result and validates the best candidates against tolerances from top fabricators.
Quilter is currently free while in open beta, making it an attractive option for engineers. It's helping hardware teams innovate faster and more efficiently.
