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Chapter 4
Working with Parts
Note
Depending on the Package Type selected in step 3 of the wizard, some settings may
not be available.
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Diameter—The diameter of the circle around pin 1 of the part.
Becomes active when Circle Pin 1 Indicator is selected.
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Distance from Edge—The distance between the circle around pin
1 and the edge of the part. Becomes active when Circle Pin 1
Indicator is selected.
5.
Make the desired Package Dimension settings and click Next to
display step 4 of the wizard.
The following 3D settings appear:
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Shininess—Use the slider to adjust the shininess of the part when
seen in the 3D view.
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Colors—Click on the button beside each of the following
parameters and select the desired color: Background Light;
Direct Light; Reflection Light; Emit Light.
6.
Make the desired 3D settings and click Next to display step 5 of the
wizard. The options available will depend on whether you selected
THT or SMT in step 1 of the wizard.
If you chose THT, the following options appear:
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Units—The unit of measure for the settings.
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Drill Hole - Diameter—Diameter of the through-hole pin's drill
hole. This is displayed in the lower right preview
(dimension "D").
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Shape area—Use to set the shape for the Top, Bottom and Inner
sections of each pad. For each of these sections of the pad, you can
choose individual shapes: Round; Square; Rounded Square;
Custom. As you make your selections, they are reflected in the
lower right preview area, which displays the currently active
settings. If you choose Custom, the Get a Part from the
Database dialog box appears, where you can select any
previously-created pad shapes. Refer to the
Manager to Create a Part
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Pad Size—Select Use Design Rules if you wish to use the default
values set up in the PCB Properties dialog box. Otherwise,
enable Pad Diameter and Annular Ring and enter the desired
values.
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Settings Management—This is useful if you wish to have
different pad types and dimensions on the same part footprint.
section for more information.
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