NI Multisim
SPICE simulation and circuit design software.
Overview
NI Multisim is an electronic schematic capture and simulation program which is part of a suite of circuit design programs. It is widely used in academia and industry for circuit education, electronic schematic design, and SPICE simulation. Multisim integrates industry-standard SPICE simulation with an interactive schematic environment to instantly visualize and analyze electronic circuit behavior.
✨ Key Features
- Schematic Capture
- Interactive SPICE Simulation
- Extensive component library with over 55,000 components
- Virtual instruments (oscilloscope, multimeter, etc.)
- PCB layout integration with Ultiboard
- Integration with NI LabVIEW and ELVIS hardware
🎯 Key Differentiators
- User-friendly, interactive simulation environment
- Virtual instruments that mimic real-world lab equipment
- Tight integration with NI's hardware ecosystem (LabVIEW, ELVIS)
Unique Value: Simplifies circuit design and simulation through an intuitive, interactive environment with virtual lab instruments, making it an ideal platform for learning, teaching, and professional design.
🎯 Use Cases (4)
✅ Best For
- Teaching circuit theory in universities
- Simulating and troubleshooting analog filter designs
💡 Check With Vendor
Verify these considerations match your specific requirements:
- Advanced RF/microwave design
- Large-scale digital IC design
- Complex, high-speed multi-layer PCB layout
🏆 Alternatives
Offers a more graphical and interactive user experience compared to text-based simulators like LTspice, and provides unique integration with NI hardware for a seamless theory-to-hardware workflow.
💻 Platforms
✅ Offline Mode Available
🔌 Integrations
🛟 Support Options
- ✓ Email Support
- ✓ Phone Support
- ✓ Dedicated Support (Professional tier)
💰 Pricing
✓ 45-day free trial
Free tier: NA
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