🔌 EDA Design Plugins & Integrations
Search 15M+ components, check stock & price, and place orders directly from your schematic design tool.
KiCad Plugin
Search NeedChip parts, view pricing & stock, download symbols & footprints directly in KiCad schematic/PCB editor.
Altium Designer Plugin
Integrate NeedChip component database into Altium Designer. Real-time pricing, lifecycle status, and direct BOM export.
EasyEDA / LCEDA Extension
One-click component search and placement in EasyEDA. Sync BOM to NeedChip for instant quote and ordering.
Plugin Features
Real-time Search
Search 15M+ parts by MPN, keyword, or spec
Live Pricing & Stock
See current pricing and availability instantly
Lifecycle Alerts
NRND/EOL warnings before you design in risky parts
BOM Export
One-click BOM export to NeedChip for quote
Cross Reference
AI suggests pin-to-pin alternatives
Symbol & Footprint
Download schematic symbols and PCB footprints
🔑 REST API for Custom Integration
Build your own EDA integration, ERP/MRP connector, or procurement automation with our open API. Free for all registered users.
curl -H "Authorization: Bearer YOUR_KEY" \
"https://needchip.com/api/v1/products/search?q=STM32F103"
// Response:
{
"items": [{
"mpn": "STM32F103C8T6",
"brand": "STMicroelectronics",
"best_price": 1.25,
"stock": 50000,
"lifecycle": "Active"
}]
}Quick Installation
Download the plugin
Click download for your EDA tool above
Install in EDA tool
Open Plugin Manager → Install from File → Select downloaded archive
Configure API key
Enter your NeedChip API key in plugin settings
Start designing
Search and place components directly in your schematic