Unlock Advanced CAN, CAN FD & CAN XL Diagnostics and Visualization
PCAN-Explorer 7 is the latest release of PEAK-System’s premium Windows-based CAN analysis software. Designed for engineers working with today’s high-performance networks, it delivers powerful tools for monitoring, simulating, and diagnosing CAN, CAN FD, and CAN XL standards.
Whether you’re upgrading from PCAN-Explorer 6 or expanding your setup with add-ins and multiple interfaces, PCAN-Explorer 7 provides a smooth, future-ready transition, backed by PEAK-System’s proven reliability.
Why Upgrade to PCAN-Explorer 7?
PCAN-Explorer 7 introduces major architectural and workflow improvements to support modern CAN networks and higher data throughput. With native 64-bit performance, project-based configuration, and CAN XL capability, Version 7 is built for engineers who need scalability, flexibility, and long-term compatibility as CAN technology evolves.
Key Benefits:
- Support for CAN XL: Full compatibility with the CAN XL specification, enabling analysis, simulation, and messaging with payloads up to 2048 bytes and data bit rates up to 20 Mbit/s.
- Enhanced Symbol File Management: Apply multiple symbol files per connection for greater flexibility when adding or managing devices on a network, eliminating the single-database limitation from previous versions.
- Unified Project System: Store all settings, configurations, and related files in projects, and export them as shareable project packages, making collaboration, archiving, and reuse easier.
- Modern Workflow Enhancements: Integrated text editor with syntax highlighting for symbol files, macros, and scripts; quick element search; customizable keyboard shortcuts; and multi-language UI support improve usability and efficiency.
- 64-Bit Architecture & Performance Boost: A native 64-bit foundation with separate processing paths for UI and communications delivers faster performance and better responsiveness, even with high-throughput CAN traffic.
- Expanded Trace & Playback Tools: Advanced trace logging with multiple tracers, flexible buffer options, readable export formats (CSV, text, etc.), and powerful playback controls, including multi-channel playback and loop/single-step functions.
- Flexible Filtering & Display: New, detailed filter types for CAN, CAN FD, and CAN XL traffic plus improved receive/transmit list views with highlighted data changes, error indicators, and configurable columns.
- AUTOSAR XML File Import: The CANdb Add-in is now the Bus Descriptors Add-in and adds support for AUTOSAR XML files.
- Floating Team Licenses: in addition to single-user licenses, PCAN-Explorer 7 supports floating licenses for shared, multi-user environments. Floating licenses are managed through a license server and are designed for team use.
Already a PCAN-Explorer 6 user?
If you currently own a PCAN-Explorer 6 license, you are eligible for a discounted upgrade to PCAN-Explorer 7.
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PCAN-Explorer 7 Upgrade License: Discounted price is available with proof of an existing Version 6 license.
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Add-ins Upgrade: Add-ins must match those already licensed. Pricing applies per add-in and per PCAN-Explorer 7 license.
Note: Upgrades remain tied to the same license key as the original PCAN-Explorer 6 purchase. All PCAN-Explorer licenses are single-user and registered to the licensee organization.
How to Request Your Upgrade
Ready to upgrade? Fill out the form below and we'll get back to you with your personalized quote.
Upgrade Pricing by Purchase Date
Upgrade rates vary based on when you purchased PCAN-Explorer 6. See the table below for details. Discounts apply per license and per add-in.
| Product | Time Since Purchase | Upgrade Discount |
|---|---|---|
| PCAN-Explorer 7 | < 12 months | Price Difference Only |
| 12 - 24 months | 50% | |
| 24 - 36 months | 30% | |
| 36 - 48 months | 15% | |
| > 48 months | No Discount | |
| Instrument Panel Add-in | < 12 months | Price Difference Only |
| 12 - 24 months | 50% | |
| 24 - 36 months | 30% | |
| 36 - 48 months | 15% | |
| > 48 months | No Discount | |
| Bus Descriptors Add-in (Previously CANdb Add-in) | < 12 months | Price Difference Only |
| 12 - 24 months | 50% | |
| 24 - 36 months | 30% | |
| 36 - 48 months | 15% | |
| > 48 months | No Discount | |
| Plotter Add-in | < 12 months | Price Difference Only |
| 12 - 24 months | 50% | |
| 24 - 36 months | 30% | |
| 36 - 48 months | 15% | |
| > 48 months | No Discount | |
| J1939 Add-in | < 12 months | Price Difference Only |
| 12 - 24 months | 50% | |
| 24 - 36 months | 30% | |
| 36 - 48 months | 15% | |
| > 48 months | No Discount | |
Need help with your upgrade?
Our team is ready to help with licensing questions, add-in selection, and choosing the right CAN tools for your application. Email sales@gridconnect.com to talk with a CAN expert and move your upgrade forward.
