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Treat Flux like your intern. Tell it what you'd like to build and it'll get to work. You can also ask it questions, brainstorm ideas, and teach it your preferences. Learn More

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how do I use Flux?

@copilot how do I use Flux?
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Using Flux to design electronic circuit schematics and PCB layouts is both efficient and intuitive. Here's a high-level overview of how you can get started with Flux:
  1. Starting a New Project:
    • Upon signing into Flux, you can start a new project by selecting the New Project option from the main dashboard. This will open a blank workspace where you can begin designing your schematic.
  2. Designing a Schematic:
    • In the schematic editor, you can add components by searching and selecting from the extensive library. Drag components onto the canvas and arrange them as needed.
    • Once your components are placed, you can draw connections between them to create your circuit. Use the wire tool for creating nets that logically connect the pins of different components.
  3. Switching to PCB Layout:
    • After completing your schematic, you can switch to the PCB layout view. Flux will automatically import the components and nets from your schematic.
    • You can then arrange the physical components on the PCB and draw traces to connect them according to the nets defined in the schematic.
  4. Design Rule Check (DRC):
    • Once your PCB layout is complete, use the Design Rule Check feature to ensure there are no errors or issues with your design. Flux will check for common problems like traces too close to each other or pads not properly connected.
  5. Exporting Your Work:
    • After ensuring your design is correct and free of issues, you can export your schematic and PCB designs in various formats for manufacturing or sharing with others.
  6. Resources and Support:
    • If you need guidance or run into issues, Flux offers extensive documentation, video tutorials, a Slack community for live support, and the option to contact the support team directly.
For a more in-depth guide on using Flux and accessing resources:
  • First Project in Flux and Tutorials: Jump right into using Flux with guided projects and in-depth tutorials3b05e09f3c9e5d79b81e229f476954da3b05e09f-3c9e-5d79-b81e-229f476954da.
  • YouTube and Slack Community: Explore video tutorials and join the community for extra supporta89d696b0a315a9fa25ccb84c36f1f98a89d696b-0a31-5a9f-a25c-cb84c36f1f98.
This will get you started on your journey with Flux. If you have any specific questions or need help with certain features, feel free to ask!
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R1
Resistance
47kΩ
Manufacturer Part Number
RMCF0805JT47K0
LED2
Manufacturer Part Number
CTL1206FYW1T
BATT1
R2
Resistance
47kΩ
Manufacturer Part Number
RMCF0805JT47K0
Q1
Manufacturer Part Number
MMBT3904
C1
Capacitance
10uF
Manufacturer Part Number
875105359001


[Example] Simulation of Astable Multivibrator Circuit thumbnail
A simulated blinking LED circuit using an astable multivibrator a.k.a "flip-flop" as a square wave generator. It also includes PCB layout of the project.

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Pricing & Availability

Distributor

Qty 1

Digi-Key

$0.66–$1.33

LCSC

$0.87–$0.89

Mouser

$1.30

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