Evaluating Results

To efficiently review Allegro X AI results for copper pours, different colors can be assigned to nets in the design for easy review of power plane generation. Get instructions here.

Troubleshooting X AI for Copper Pours

The following are common issues that can occur during Allegro X AI Copper Pouring and how they can be resolved.

Insufficient Continuity or Current Capacity

Cause: Shape boundaries are too restrictive for current flow.

Solution: Shape boundaries may need to be edited to improve continuity and current capacity. Review the PCB to identify these.

Need Help? Get step-by-step instructions with our quick tutorial for editing shape boundaries here.

Insufficient Spokes to Pins or Vias

Cause: Connections between pins and vias and copper isn’t robust enough.

Solution: Configure the shape parameters including checking the “Best Contact” option to improve connection spokes to pins or vias.

Need Help? Get step-by-step instructions for configuring shape parameters here.