What file formats does MakerSuite 3D support?

MakerSuite 3D supports KiCad (.kicad_pcb), Gerber (RS-274X .zip/.gbr), Eagle (.brd), EasyEDA (.json), and Altium (.PcbDoc) files.

Is MakerSuite 3D free to use?

Yes, MakerSuite 3D is completely free. No signup, no installation, and no file upload limits.

Are my PCB files uploaded to a server?

No. All file parsing happens entirely in your browser. Your files never leave your device.

Does it support 3D component models?

Yes. Over 116 realistic STEP 3D models are loaded from CDN, and you can upload custom STEP files for missing parts.

Can I export the Bill of Materials?

Yes. You can export BOM as CSV or TSV, with LCSC, DigiKey, and Mouser supplier columns included.

Can I compare BOM prices across suppliers?

Yes. MakerSuite 3D searches LCSC, DigiKey, and Mouser for real-time pricing and stock. You can compare unit prices, MOQ, and availability across all three suppliers side by side.

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PCB Design Review Tool — Inspect Any Board in 3D

April 5, 2026 PCB design review in 3D — MakerSuite 3D

Interactive PCB Design Reviews in Your Browser

Design reviews are essential for catching errors before manufacturing. MakerSuite 3D gives you a complete 3D inspection environment — upload any PCB file and review component placement, routing, connectivity, and layer stackup interactively.

How to Conduct a Design Review

Share your PCB file with reviewers and have them open pcbviewer.app. They can drag the file into their browser to get the same 3D view — no PCB software needed. Everyone can inspect the board independently.

Review Capabilities

3D visualization — See your board from any angle with realistic component models
Component inspection — Click any component to see its value, footprint, nets, and pads
Net tracing — Highlight entire signal paths to verify connectivity
Layer toggle — Show/hide individual copper, silk, and mask layers
Measurement tool — Press M and click two points to measure distances in mm
X-Ray mode — See through the board to inspect inner layers and buried traces

Start your PCB design review — upload your board file now.

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Easy Sharing for Teams

No need for expensive CAD licenses for every reviewer. MakerSuite 3D runs in any modern browser. Share your PCB file via email, Slack, or cloud storage, and reviewers can inspect it in full 3D instantly.

Design Review Checklist

Verify component placement and orientation in 3D
Trace critical signal paths with net highlighting
Check via placement and layer transitions
Inspect silkscreen text for correct labeling
Review BOM for correct values and footprints
Measure clearances between components

Frequently Asked Questions

Can I use MakerSuite 3D for design reviews?

Yes. Upload any PCB file to get instant 3D visualization, component inspection, net highlighting, and layer-by-layer analysis — perfect for team design reviews.

Do reviewers need PCB software installed?

No. Share a link to pcbviewer.app and reviewers can view the board by simply dragging the file into the browser. No installation needed.

What can I inspect during a review?

Component placement, track routing, via locations, layer stackup, net connectivity, silkscreen text, and BOM data — all in interactive 3D.

Can I measure distances on the PCB?

Yes. Press M to activate the measurement tool and click two points to measure the distance between them.

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