Cadence PCB Design Solutions

Experience the next generation in PCB design from Cadence Design Systems. Two powerful platforms built to scale and deliver results.

Next Generation PCB Design Platforms

Cadence provides two of the most recognized brands in PCB design, OrCAD and Allegro. Both built to rigorous design standards and have been tested on countless production designs over their history. Designed to support and help automate all levels and aspects of PCB design.

OrCAD X

Starting at: 1,999/yr

Complete front to back PCB design platform built for ease of use and first pass success
IDEAL FOR

Individuals or teams looking for an easy-to-use PCB design solution that can scale with their needs.

Allegro X

Starting at: 5,500/yr

Enterprise grade PCB design platform built for complex design challenges and workflows

IDEAL FOR

Larger teams or designs with high complexity requirements where performance and accuracy is critical.

Both Using One Common Scalable Data Platform

Not sure which is right for you? Contact us, our team is happy to help.

Latest Release: 25.1

What's New

Constant innovation is required to keep up with the pace of changes in electronics hardware design. Cadence commitment to ongoing R&D is unparalleled in the industry. See for yourself what has been added recently.

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How to Create Keepins and Keepouts on your PCB

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How to Define Differential Pair Rules in OrCAD X

Learn how to define rules for differential pairs in OrCAD...

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The Future of AI PCB Design Software

See how AI-powered PCB design software boosts efficiency, reduces risk,...

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OrCAD X vs Allegro X: Which is Right for You?

Compare OrCAD X vs Allegro X for PCB design. Discover...

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LumenRadio significantly reduced design time, improved productivity, and accelerated product...

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Learn how to automatically generate silkscreen with the Auto Silkscreen...

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Quantify the ROI of generative AI for PCB design with...

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Learn how Solid State Logic accelerated the PCB design process...

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