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Embedded Components in PCB
Electronic parts that are integrated into the layers of a printed circuit board (PCB) during the manufacturing process are referred to as embedded components, also known as embedded passive devices or...
View ArticleScroll through active films and Single Layer mode
Hai, Is there an option to quickly scroll/switch active Films like we perform in Altium (combination Shift+Ctrl+Mouse Scroll) and Single layer mode (Shift+S) Cadence is environment requires more Mouse...
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Strange problem with routing
While routing the Ground lines got highlighted in the entire PCB circuit. Pls. find attached screenshot for the same. Any idea what could be the issue? or how to un select the lines.
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gerber out question
hello i would like to have an outline shape placed on "substrate geometry/outline" exported as gerber but the gerber file is empty and gives me the following warning. how can i export the outline shape...
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Removing unused pins on a Footprint
HelloCan you advise how or if I can remove Unused pins on a FootprintThe Attached Image is a Toroid which was originally going to be mounted on a PCB and Tied Down, however the Component is now being...
View ArticlePCB Replication taking more time than usual
When i try to replicate the PCB replicate in the PCB editor, the OrCAD PCB Editor becomes not responding for a while and after waiting for few mins or several mins, eventually the PCB replicate...
View ArticleAllegro to Altium Transfer
Lately I have been encouraged to interface with Altium. It seams Altium is pushing into my Client base. I'm trying to incorporateAllegro into an Altium design process. At this point I have not been...
View ArticleAlign Vias in OrCAD PCB Designer Professional 22.1
I am trying to align vias on my layout and I have searched google and tried the options there but it seems the options that are suggested are not available on 22.1 version of the software (or I am just...
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Auto Assembly Silk code Skill | Share some knowledge about PCB design Allegro
I hope this information helps you understand the basics of PCB design. If you have any specific questions or need further assistance, feel free to ask!Review Video: http://hoangkhoipcb....
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How to measure Minimum line spacing for differential pair ?
Hi Everyone,In My design differential pair constraint setting assigned like below image. Still I am not understand, what is the role of minimum line spacing in differential pair. if i need to measure...
View ArticleFootprints graphics is missing when trying to place components after...
I created a simple test design in Capture CIS 17.4. When I import its netlist into OrCAD PCB and try to do manual placement I can't see any footprints in Quickview. However, the footprints are visible...
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Flex PCBs: Coverlay and Soldermask are Not the Same Things
Figure: Flex PCB with Stiffeners and Coverlay Protection Flexible PCB materials offer versatility in modern designs for condensing form factors, removing connector assembly costs, and guaranteeing...
View Articledxf out question
hello is there a way to maitain the assigned color on the bga pads on the design during the dxf export? the exported dxf file has always white colored pads. regardsmasa
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Step mapping Issue
I have issue aligning the 3D file to the exact location of the actual component boundary on the PCB. When I link the component's 3D file to the symbol, I could see a huge displacement of the 3D file...
View Articlehow to get the last time of refresh symbol in a pcb with skill? if over 2...
how to get the last time of refresh symbol in a pcb with skill?if it is over 2 days，i need to refresh again.
View Articlehow to get a net CNS value(min_line_width) with allegro 17.2...
Thanks, I got a question,pls help.how to get a net CNS value(min_line_width) with allegro 17.2 axlNetEcsetValueGet.What are the terms of t_cnsName/s_name ？Skill > net = car(axlSelectByName("NET"...
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Allegro: Tip of the Week – Deleting a via in a stack
If you want to delete a section of a stacked via, use the Edit > Delete command and tune your Find filter to Vias. Click on the via that you want to delete to select it.Now, right-click and select...
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Things You Always wanted to hear on PCB Design topics: Help Us to Help You!
We are a team at Cadence working on generating trending content in PCB Design. We would like you to express your opinion and be heard.Leverage the opportunity by voting now.Feel free to use the comment...
View ArticleHow to fillet a T junction in traces?
In the past I know I've been able to target a specific T junction in a trace and fillet it, but I can't remember how I did it or figure out how to do it again.So how do you fillet a T junction in a...
View ArticleConverting .MAX file to .BRD File issue
Hello,I'm trying to convert a max file into a brd file, currently running v22.10.006.An error message pops up saying "....filename.log' does not exist."I've used this method (Import -> CAD...
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