In this tutorial, we have covered the basics of OrCAD 16.6 and provided a step-by-step approach to get you started with using this software. We hope that this tutorial has been helpful in understanding the features and capabilities of OrCAD 16.6. With practice and experience, you can master the skills of designing and simulating electronic circuits using OrCAD 16.6.
OrCAD 16.6 remains a widely utilized, powerful EDA (Electronic Design Automation) software package. It is the industry standard for schematic capture (OrCAD Capture) and printed circuit board (PCB) design (OrCAD PCB Designer/Allegro). This tutorial serves as a foundational guide, walking you through the end-to-end process of designing a PCB, from initial concept to generation of manufacturing files. Table of Contents Setting Up a Project Schematic Capture: Designing the Circuit PCB Footprint Assignment PCB Editor: Board Setup and Placement Routing the PCB Design Rules Check (DRC) and Manufacturing Files Conclusion 1. Introduction to OrCAD 16.6 OrCAD 16.6 provides a complete, integrated workflow.
: Using the Package Symbol Wizard , he defined a 9-pin header with a 0.1-inch lead pitch, setting Pin 1 as a square pad for easy identification.
Create film records for each essential layer: Top Copper, Bottom Copper, Solder Mask Top, Solder Mask Bottom, and Silkscreen Top.
The board outline tells manufacturing machines where to cut the physical fiberglass. Navigate to . Choose to draw a rectangular shape or manual lines.
Now you will organize components on the board and connect them with copper traces. Placing Components Click > Components Manually . Check the components listed in the dialog window.
Utilize the fine blue "ratsnest" lines to position components in ways that minimize overlapping connections. Setting Up Constraints (Design Rules)
To design a PCB layout, follow these steps: