.CKT File Extension

CKT files exist as 2 different types. Please find information about each of them below.

Type 1: CircuitMaker File

General Information

Title CKT File Extension
Extension .ckt
Full Form CircuitMaker File
File Type Electronic Circuit Design File
Developer Altium
MIME Type application/octet-stream

File Function

Primary Function Store circuit designs
Additional Functions Simulation data, PCB layouts
Features Schematic capture, SPICE simulation

File Characteristics

Quality High precision
Supports Layers Yes
Supports Transparency No
Editable Yes

Use Cases

Electronics Engineering Yes
Education Yes
Hobbyist Projects Yes

Security and Practices

Security Risks Low
Best Practices Regular updates, File backups

Historical/Version Information

Initial Release 1990s
Discontinued Yes
Latest Version Replaced by Altium products

Associated Types

Similar Extensions .pcb, .sch, .brd

Software Compatibility

Software Usage Policy OS Compatibility
CircuitMaker Free Windows
Altium Designer Subscription Windows

Type 2: KeyCreator Design Template

A CKT file is a 2D or 3D drawing template created with KeyCreator CAD tool. It stores drawing data to replicate similar designs. KeyCreator is used by mechanical and engineering professionals. CADKEY ...

General Information

Title CKT File Extension
Extension .ckt
Full Form KeyCreator Design Template
File Type CAD Template File
Developer Kubotek USA Inc.
MIME Type application/octet-stream

File Function

Primary Function Store design templates
Additional Functions Facilitate standardization
Features Predefined settings, Reusable

File Characteristics

Quality High precision
Supports Layers Yes
Supports Transparency Depends on content
Editable Yes

Use Cases

Engineering Design Yes
Manufacturing Yes
Prototyping Yes

Security and Practices

Security Risks Low
Best Practices Regular backups, Template versioning

Historical/Version Information

Initial Release Corresponds to KeyCreator
Latest Version Varies with KeyCreator version

Associated Types

Similar Extensions .cadkey, .prt, .ckd

Software Compatibility

Software Usage Policy OS Compatibility
KeyCreator Paid Windows