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Engineers commonly use reference designs as a starting point for new designs, fast-tracking the proof-of-concept stage and accelerating time to market. The Avnet Abacus Design Hub brings together all in one place over 1,000 free-to-use reference designs from Avnet Abacus ’s FAEs and partners. Start by browsing the reference designs, then use our Avnet Abacus Design Tool to edit or modify the design for your application, export to your CAD tool of choice.

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REFERENCE DESIGNS

Browse over 1,000 proven reference designs used in live applications
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AVNET ABACUS DESIGN TOOL

Browse, customize and combine block diagrams, import to your CAS tool and create a BOM
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ADDITIONAL RESOURCES

Use calculators and other tools to support your design decisions

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Featured Designs

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Manufacturer Tools

Our manufacturer and supplier partners also provide a wealth of design tools. Find the right connector from Molex, see the PowerCAD simulation tool from Vishay or the Solutionator parametric search tool from Samtec. Then, click below to explore tools and information you can use in your design from a wide range of manufacturer partners.

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Power and Signal Connector Tool

Power and Signal Connector Tool

The Molex Power and Signal Connector tool connects you to our quality connector portfolio which includes receptacles, headers, plugs, terminals and more.

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Vishay PowerCAD Tool

PowerCAD Simulation Tool

Vishay’s PowerCAD 2.0 Simulator is a free online tool that designers can use to successfully accelerate their circuit design and enhance confidence for a first time success.

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Solutionator

The Samtec Solutionator® parametric search tool makes it easy to find the best mated Samtec socket and terminal set based on your design requirements. You can quickly download 3D models, order samples, and view test data and spec sheets.

Engineering Resources

Need a conversion calculator for capacitor charge capability or want to calculate twisted pair impedance? How about connecting with another engineer working a similar design for a fresh perspective? See the calculators to the right or connect with your peers to get the job done faster. Our communities of engineers are the largest in the world.

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Calculators

Avnet's online conversion calculators and conversion tables.

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Hackster.io

Stay one step ahead on your designs. Hackster community is the largest network for hardware and software developers with 1.5M+ members

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Element14

The Element14 community is specifically for engineers. Connect with your peers and get expert answers to your questions.