They recoup some of it by having their parts in the library. The bill of materials (BOM) that is generated by default gives RS component part numbers, so it is easy to buy from them.
Donald.
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----- Original Message -----
> From: "Steve" <steve65@...>
> To: "Homebrew PCBs" <Homebrew_PCBs@yahoogroups.com>
> Sent: Sunday, February 12, 2012 7:52:35 PM
> Subject: Re: [Homebrew_PCBs] Cheap prototype PCB boards
> Leon,
>
> I looked a the DesignSpark web page, I have some interest in the
> product. Is there an email reflector group such as this one for
> DesignSpark?
>
> The DesignSpark web page paints a rosy picture of a very functional
> tool. Your recommendation reinforces that idea. Developing and
> maintaining such a product surely entails substantial costs. Wonder
> how
> RS Components justifies the expenditure and/or makes their money back?
>
> Thanks.
>
> Steve K8JQ
>
> On 2/11/2012 7:08 AM, Leon Heller wrote:
> > On 10/02/2012 20:54, MIKE DURKIN wrote:
> >> What software do you use?
> >> Eagle light is 69$USD .....
> > DesignSpark from RS Components is free, and is much easier to use
> > than
> > Eagle.
> >
> > Leon
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