PCB Libraries Forum : Footprint Expert 2022.15 Released!! https://www.PCBLibraries.com/forum/ Wed, 15 Apr 2026 09:05:44 +0000 Sat, 03 Dec 2022 18:36:44 +0000 http://blogs.law.harvard.edu/tech/rss Web Wiz Forums 12.07 360 https://www.PCBLibraries.com/forum/RSS_post_feed.asp?TID=3202 <![CDATA[PCB Libraries Forum]]> https://www.PCBLibraries.com/forum/forum_images/PCBLForumLogo.gif https://www.PCBLibraries.com/forum/ <![CDATA[Footprint Expert 2022.15 Released!! : 2022.15 was just released!!Fixes...]]> https://www.PCBLibraries.com/forum/footprint-expert-2022-15-released_topic3202_post12732.html#12732 Author: Nick B
Subject: 3202
Posted: 03 Dec 2022 at 6:36pm

2022.15 was just released!!

 
Fixes & Enhancements:
  • Calculators:
    • User interface updated – Unrequired calculator dimensional cell background color changed from gray to light blue
    • All Surface Mount non-polarized diodes – updated the footprint naming convention from DIONP to DION
    • SOD – when pad trimming under component is turned on the Toe goal was also trimmed
    • SODFL – Non-polarized diodes had assembly and silkscreen polarity markings
    • DPAK – Flat Lug Tab redefined from ‘Thermal’ to ‘Mechanical’.
  • FP Designer:
    • Pad stack manager not enabling ‘Save’ buttons after adding layers
    • Rotating rectangle footprints the pads rotated but not the drafting outlines
  • 3D STEP:
    • When the CAD output directory was set to “Same As Translator Directory” the 3D STEP model would not auto-import
  • Drafting Elements:
    • Selecting a Round shape Keepout threw a Handled Exception Error
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