40+ years in the making · Cadence Channel Partner — India
OrCAD X PCB Design Platform
Design Fast. Design Correct. Design Connected. The all-in-one PCB design platform — schematic capture through layout, simulation, and seamless error-free manufacture.
Overview
Your All-In-One PCB Design Platform
Experience the next generation in PCB Design. More than 40 years in the making, OrCAD X is the design platform of choice for teams looking to maximize productivity and value — built to accelerate every step from schematic capture through PCB layout and simulation to seamless, error-free manufacture.
Industry-standard schematic capture
Precision routing with real-time feedback
Verify before you build, while you work
Correct-by-construction for first-pass
The Workflow
Built for Speed & Accuracy
From idea to manufacturable PCB — one connected platform, five clear stages.
Step 1
Design
Industry-standard schematic capture
Step 2
Layout
Precision routing with real-time feedback
Step 3
Simulate
Verify before you build — as you work
Step 4
Build
Correct-by-construction for first-pass success
Step 5
Manage
Flexible data — on-premise or cloud
OrCAD X Family
Three Product Groups. Full Compatibility.
Mix and match licenses across the OrCAD X family — file and library compatibility is maintained throughout.
Capture, CIS & CIP
Industry-standard schematic entry with component information and intelligent part placement.
Standard, Professional & Professional Plus
Front-to-back PCB suites — from core PCB to highly automated, advanced design.
EDM & Library Management
Enterprise Data Management plus a full library management platform — on-prem or cloud.
Capabilities
Everything You Need, From Capture to Manufacture
OrCAD X is built to accelerate your PCB design process from schematic capture through layout and simulation to seamless error-free manufacture.
Design
OrCAD X Capture
OrCAD X Capture is the industry-standard tool for fast, accurate schematic entry — designed for clarity, reuse, and clean handoff to layout.
- Multi-page, hierarchical design support
- Generate BOM and PDF documentation quickly
- Compare versions and track changes
- Unified capture-to-layout workflow
- Eliminate translation errors across tools
- Real-time updates when designs change
- Apply constraints and key rules early
- Identify issues before layout begins
- Shorten review cycles and iterations
- Integrated symbols, footprints, and 3D models
- Improve consistency across projects
- Spend less time building libraries
Watch It Work
OrCAD X Demonstration
See OrCAD X in action — schematic capture, Presto layout, in-design analysis, and manufacturing handoff.
The OrCAD X Advantage
What Sets OrCAD X Apart?
Unmatched Performance
Move faster on large, complex boards.
- Faster load times for large designs
- Scales for dense routing and complex boards
- 64-bit multithreaded architecture
Real-Time Design
Fix issues while you work, not at the end.
- Live DRC / constraints while routing
- In-design analysis without breaking flow
- Automated documentation as design progresses
Easy-to-Use, Integrated
Modern workflow with fewer handoffs and errors.
- Modern UX with fast onboarding
- Capture → Layout → Build stays connected
- Connect with PLM and other enterprise systems
Advanced Capabilities
Built-In Solutions for Tough Design Challenges
Flex & Rigid-Flex Design
RF PCB Design
High-Current / High-Power
High-Speed PCB Design
On-Demand ECAD/MCAD
HDI Routing
Constraint Management
DesignTrue DFM
Review & Markup
LiveBOM Supply Chain
LiveDoc Drawings
In-Design Analysis
What's New
Latest Release: 25.1
OrCAD X is on an annual major release cadence with patch releases throughout the year. Here's what landed in 25.1.
Design Review & Markup
Easily and effectively comment and collaborate on schematics with a dedicated markup layer.
True Type Font Support
Full support for custom fonts — define different fonts for silkscreen, layout, etc.
Web Viewers
Browser-based design viewers with comments and markup capabilities.
Enhanced In-Design Analysis
All the Sigrity X IDA solvers natively in your PCB canvas for SI/PI/EMI analysis.
Pricing
Built to Scale With You
Choose the OrCAD X suite that fits your needs today — and seamlessly scale tomorrow. All suites include on-prem or cloud hosting, local support, and perpetual or time-based licensing.
Contact Craftronics for India-specific quote and academic / startup programs.
Schematic Entry
OrCAD X Capture
Best for
Engineers who only need schematic entry; teams that outsource layout.
Recommended if
You create schematics and don't need PCB layout in-house.
- Industry-standard schematic capture
- Multi-page hierarchical design
- BOM & PDF documentation
- Compare versions / track changes
Core PCB
OrCAD X Standard
Best for
Individuals and small teams needing a complete PCB design flow.
Recommended if
You need full PCB design but not advanced team workflows or high-speed/flex.
- Capture + full PCB layout
- Real-time DRC & constraint management
- Integrated 3D visualization
- Manufacturing-ready outputs
Advanced PCB
OrCAD X Professional
Best for
Teams focused on productivity with reuse, automation, and real-time DFM.
Recommended if
You design flex / high-speed / high-power / RF boards or need simulation & collaboration.
- Everything in Standard, plus:
- In-design SI/PI/thermal analysis
- Flex / rigid-flex & HDI
- Shared libraries & team collaboration
- LiveBOM & LiveDoc
OrCAD X Professional Plus
Highest tier for teams pushing the most complex designs — full automation, all advanced flows, and enterprise integration. Contact us for pricing.
Academic Program
Students get free access, training, and certification opportunities. Get in touch with Craftronics to enrol your institution.
FAQs
Answers to Your OrCAD X Questions
OrCAD X is the next generation of OrCAD — built on everything OrCAD does today, expanded with new user experiences and capabilities. OrCAD X gives you access to all the tools you have with OrCAD now, so you can pick what works best for your team and timeline.
OrCAD users active on maintenance can seamlessly upgrade to OrCAD X. Contact Craftronics and we will start the upgrade process.
Yes — unlike other vendors, OrCAD X gives you full freedom to mix licenses while maintaining file and library compatibility for collaboration. This extends to Allegro X for a unified organisation-wide design environment.
Yes — OrCAD X includes importers for popular CAD formats. Craftronics also offers migration services for white-glove transitions.
No — cloud usage is entirely optional. OrCAD X runs fully offline if your security or workflow requires it. Cloud features are available when you want them.
Yes — OrCAD X is fully compatible and scalable to Allegro / Allegro X, so designs and data can be shared seamlessly.
Yes — a free 30-day trial is available. Contact Craftronics and we will get you set up.
OrCAD X supports Windows 10 and Windows 11. If you need Linux, Allegro X supports both Windows and Linux.
Yes — perpetual floating, time-based floating, and single-user time-based options are available. Contact Craftronics for the best match for your team.
Craftronics delivers OrCAD X training including instructor-led, on-site, and self-paced learning paths. Over 100 hours of training and 100+ quick how-tos are available.
Yes — free access for students, free training, sample curriculum, and lab/classroom licenses. Reach out to enrol your institution.
Yes — programs and offers are available to help startups and new businesses get tools they can grow with. Contact Craftronics to see if you qualify.
Get Started
Ready to Design Fast, Correct, and Connected?
Start a free 30-day trial, request a tailored demo, or get an India-specific quote from Craftronics.