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March 4, 2026 | SnapMagicEstimated reading time: 1 minute
Future Electronics, a leading global distributor of electronic components, and SnapMagic, a provider of CAD models and design enablement tools for electronic components, have announced the launch of integrated SnapMagic CAD models across the Future Electronics global online catalog. Engineers can now download verified symbols, footprints and 3D models directly from supported product pages, enabling a smoother transition from component selection to PCB layout.
The new integration brings over ten million CAD assets into the Future Electronics digital experience, allowing engineers to download models in formats compatible with leading ECAD tools without leaving the website. Each model is aligned with manufacturer specifications to support accuracy and consistency throughout early design stages.
“Providing engineers with immediate access to reliable CAD resources reinforces our commitment to supporting customers throughout the entire design journey,” said Georgia Genovezos, Corporate Vice President of Digital Marketing at Future Electronics. “By working closely with SnapMagic, we are delivering a seamless experience that connects component selection with practical design execution.”
SnapMagic brings its extensive CAD library and model generation expertise to the collaboration, expanding access to high quality design assets for engineers worldwide.
“Our goal is to remove friction from the design process by making CAD models easy to find and easy to use,” said Natasha Baker, CEO at SnapMagic. “Partnering with Future Electronics allows SnapMagic to support engineers as they are selecting components - without needing to change their existing workflows.”
This joint launch represents a shared focus on design enablement and reflects both companies’ continued investment in tools that help engineering teams move faster and design with confidence.
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