Resource Library
Posted on Nov 26, 2019
Get a first look at what’s new in the latest release. With a singular focus on improving your design experience and productivity this release provides a host of new capabilities and enhancements you need to see.
Posted on Jul 3, 2019
There are many different ways to route a board, based on the constraints available in your PCB software. While we know routing is subjective, this episode of Whiteboard Wednesday will review three main concepts which should be implemented to route for best electrical performance.
Posted on May 3, 2019
New part creation can be time consuming and error-prone, OrCAD makes it simple without ever leaving your CAD environment with real-time part data.
Posted on Nov 13, 2018
Easily and quickly identify coupling issues without always having to rely on the SI expert.
Posted on Nov 2, 2018
Double check your DFM rules before signoff with a forced batch check of all rules for your whole design. If you do find something awry, it’s easy to locate and fix in your design.
Posted on Nov 2, 2018
Double check your DFM rules before signoff with a forced batch check of all rules for your whole design. If you do find something awry, it’s easy to locate and fix in your design.
Posted on Nov 2, 2018
Easily ensure test points are accessible in your designs.
Posted on Nov 2, 2018
Check for common copper and component spacing issues that could potentially derail manufacturing and cause a respin.
Posted on Nov 2, 2018
Easily create and assign constraints for manufacturing based on IPC standards and common PCB rules.
Posted on Nov 2, 2018
Remove unused sections of plated through holes in high-speed designs to improve signal integrity on your designs.
Posted on Nov 2, 2018
Measure from true signal origin to end point through vias and through packages, not just the etch, so you can get timing right and ensure signal performance.
Posted on Nov 2, 2018
Visual indicators of length constraints help you meet delay propagation and total etch length goals when placing components.
Posted on Nov 2, 2018
Real-time interactive checks help you easily find and fix common route quality issues that manufacturing DRC signoff checks miss.
Posted on Oct 19, 2018
Easily meet length and phase pin-to-pin constraints as traces bend without creating electrical issues.
Posted on Oct 19, 2018
Easily and quickly identify impedance discontinuity issues visually, without simulation models or extensive signal integrity expertise.
Posted on Oct 19, 2018
Post-design DFM checks are too late. Even if you’re able to find a mistake, you’re going to lose hours, days, even weeks adjusting your design. OrCAD gives you the full DFM, Design for Fabrication (DFF), Design for Assembly (DFA), and Design for Test (DFT) checks you need in real-time while you design, so you can complete your design fast and signoff with confidence.
Posted on Oct 1, 2018
View and design in 3D. Learn how to map 3D STEP models to your parts, use the 3D canvas and check for collisions in 3D.
Posted on Oct 1, 2018
Produce and export manufacturing data, including drill information, gerber output, assembly drawings, solder and paste masks, and other essential documentation. PCB Editor has the ability to export to IPC356, ODB++, and MCAD Data.
Posted on Oct 1, 2018
Set your design up for fabrication and assembly. Setup fab drawings, dimensioning, title block, drill tables, cross section, and more.
Posted on Oct 1, 2018
Check the status of your board with DRC checking. Once completed, the DRC will then highlight design rule violations. When errors are corrected, prepare your files for manufacturing by placing title blocks, formatting symbols, adding reference designators, exporting artwork, etc.