KiCad Plugin

Generate 3D-printable stencils directly from KiCad's PCB Editor.

Screenshot of Stenchill plugin dialog in KiCad PCB Editor showing generation parameters
Download plugin (ZIP)v26.3.1

Official download hosted on GitHub ยท Changelog

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Installation

  1. Download the ZIP file using the button above.
  2. Open KiCad and go to the Plugin and Content Manager (main menu).
  3. Click "Install from File..." and select the downloaded ZIP.

How to use

  1. Open your PCB in KiCad's PCB Editor.
  2. Go to Tools โ†’ External Plugins โ†’ Stenchill.
  3. Adjust parameters (thickness, shoulders, nozzle...).
  4. Choose the output folder for the export.
  5. Click Generate Stencil, STL files are saved in the chosen folder.

Requirements

  • KiCad 8.0 or later
  • Internet connection (files are processed on stenchill.com)