SCH files exist as 6 different types. Please find information about each of them below.
Type 1: EAGLE Schematics File
General Information
Title | EAGLE Schematics File |
Extension | .sch |
Full Form | Schematic Capture Format File |
File Type | CAD File |
Developer | Autodesk Inc. |
MIME Type | application/x-eagle |
File Function
Primary Function | Store schematics |
Additional Functions | Design representation, Simulation |
Features | Hierarchical design, Electrical rules |
File Characteristics
Quality | High precision |
Supports Layers | Yes |
Supports Transparency | No |
Editable | Yes |
Use Cases
PCB Design | Yes |
Electronics Engineering | Yes |
Educational Purposes | Yes |
Security and Practices
Security Risks | Low |
Best Practices | Regular updates, File validation |
Historical/Version Information
Initial Release | Late 1980s |
Latest Version | EAGLE 9.6.2 (2021) |
Associated Types
Similar Extensions | .brd, .lbr, .cam |
Software Compatibility
Software | Usage Policy | OS Compatibility |
---|---|---|
Autodesk EAGLE | Subscription | Windows, Mac, Linux |
Fusion 360 | Subscription | Windows, Mac |
Type 2: SuperCard Help Project File
The sch file contains saved help project. The sch file extension is associated with SuperCard. SuperCard is for macOS. It is for development and programming. Users have called SuperCard hard to descri...
General Information
Title | SCH File Extension |
Extension | .sch |
Full Form | SuperCard Help Project File |
File Type | Help Project File |
Developer | Solutions Etcetera |
MIME Type | application/x-superCard |
File Function
Primary Function | Store help data |
Additional Functions | Reference material |
Features | Indexed, Searchable |
File Characteristics
Quality | High readability |
Supports Layers | No |
Supports Transparency | No |
Editable | Yes |
Use Cases
Interactive Media | Yes |
Educational Software | Yes |
Multimedia Authoring | Yes |
Security and Practices
Security Risks | Low risk |
Best Practices | Regular updates, Backup |
Historical/Version Information
Initial Release | 1989 |
Latest Version | SuperCard 4.8 (2020) |
Associated Types
Similar Extensions | .scd, .sc45, .sc55 |
Software Compatibility
Software | Usage Policy | OS Compatibility |
---|---|---|
SuperCard | Commercial | Mac |
Type 3: gEDA Schematic File
File extension sch is used for files with saved schematics. Schematics show symbols and connections between parts and devices. Schematics in sch files are used by CAD and CAE programs. They can also b...
General Information
Title | SCH File Extension |
Extension | .sch |
Full Form | gEDA Schematic File |
File Type | CAD File |
Developer | gEDA Project |
MIME Type | application/x-geda-schematic |
File Function
Primary Function | Store schematics |
Additional Functions | Capture electronics, Define components connections |
Features | Symbolic representation, Hierarchical design |
File Characteristics
Quality | Depends on design |
Supports Layers | Yes |
Supports Transparency | No |
Editable | Yes |
Use Cases
Electronic Design | Yes |
PCB Layout | Yes |
Simulation | Yes |
Security and Practices
Security Risks | Low |
Best Practices | Version control, Regular backups |
Historical/Version Information
Initial Release | Late 1990s |
Latest Version | Varies by tool |
Associated Types
Similar Extensions | .pcb, .sym, .net |
Type 4: Strater Scheme File
We can view, edit, convert, merge, split, and compare SCH files online for free. Click the links to see details. The ExpressSCH file type is proprietary. You can only open ExpressSCH files with Expres...
General Information
Title | SCH File Extension |
Extension | .sch |
Full Form | Strater Scheme File |
File Type | Data Visualization File |
Developer | Golden Software |
MIME Type | application/octet-stream |
File Function
Primary Function | Store borehole data |
Additional Functions | Visualize geotechnical data |
Features | Highly customizable, Detailed representations |
File Characteristics
Quality | Highly detailed |
Supports Layers | Yes |
Supports Transparency | No |
Editable | Yes |
Use Cases
Geological Mapping | Yes |
Environmental Research | Yes |
Engineering Projects | Yes |
Security and Practices
Security Risks | Low risk |
Best Practices | Regular backups, Data validation |
Historical/Version Information
Initial Release | Unknown |
Latest Version | Dependent on Strater's version |
Associated Types
Similar Extensions | .dat, .txt, .xlsx |
Software Compatibility
Software | Usage Policy | OS Compatibility |
---|---|---|
Strater | Paid with trial | Windows |
Type 5: KiCad Schematic File
Schematic files use .kicad_sch extension. Information shared between sheets uses instance paths with unique identifiers for each sheet. Instance paths look like: "/id1/id2". Labels and pin shapes are ...
General Information
Title | KiCad Schematic File |
Extension | .sch |
Full Form | KiCad Schematic Document |
File Type | CAD File |
Developer | KiCad Developers |
MIME Type | application/x-kicad-schematic |
File Function
Primary Function | Store schematics |
Additional Functions | Capture, edit circuit designs |
Features | Hierarchical sheets, Component libraries |
File Characteristics
Quality | High accuracy |
Supports Layers | Yes |
Supports Transparency | No |
Editable | Yes |
Use Cases
Circuit Design | Yes |
Educational Purposes | Yes |
PCB Layout | Yes |
Electrical Engineering | Yes |
Security and Practices
Security Risks | Low |
Best Practices | Regular updates, Backup |
Historical/Version Information
Initial Release | 1992 |
Latest Version | KiCad 6.0 (2021) |
Associated Types
Similar Extensions | .lib, .kicad_pcb, .pro |
Software Compatibility
Software | Usage Policy | OS Compatibility |
---|---|---|
KiCad EDA | Free | Windows, macOS, Linux |
Type 6: ExpressSCH Schematics File
The ExpressSCH Schematics (SCH) file type uses the .sch file extension. The ExpressSCH file type is proprietary. You can only open an ExpressSCH file in ExpressSCH software. To open an SCH file, selec...
General Information
Title | SCH File Extension |
Extension | .sch |
Full Form | ExpressSCH Schematics File |
File Type | CAD Schematics File |
Developer | ExpressPCB |
MIME Type | application/octet-stream |
File Function
Primary Function | Store schematics |
Additional Functions | Circuit visualization, Printing layouts |
Features | 2D design, Component symbols |
File Characteristics
Quality | High precision |
Supports Layers | Yes |
Supports Transparency | No |
Editable | Yes |
Use Cases
Electronic Design | Yes |
Circuit Testing | Yes |
Prototyping | Yes |
Security and Practices
Security Risks | Low |
Best Practices | Regular updates, Backup files |
Historical/Version Information
Initial Release | Unknown |
Latest Version | Check official site |
Associated Types
Similar Extensions | .pcb (ExpressPCB layout file) |
Software Compatibility
Software | Usage Policy | OS Compatibility |
---|---|---|
ExpressSCH | Free | Windows |