What is the Best Software for RF PCB Design and Simulation?

[chakr]

Hi all, can anyone recommend a good software to help in design and simulation of PCB traces, matching circuits, and microstrip lines.
Thank you.

 

[marcusl]

Microwave Office is one of the standard (and excellent) professional tools.

 

[chakr]

Thank you marcusl. I have contacted their sales representative. Its kinda pricey. Will see what my boss have to say abot it.
:)

 

[f95toli]

Sonnet is quite good; and if you are at a university you get a very good discount.
There is also a free -but limited- version that is nevertheless useful for simple circuits.

 

[Kechel8]

hello chakr,

you can start with the free version of cadsoft eagle. its free. but limited. perhaps your university has also a deal with eagle.
have fun

 

[JOJO1985]

this software: Altium， you can have a try.