Footprint Calculator
Printed From: PCB Libraries Forum
Category: PCB Footprint Expert
Forum Name: Questions & Answers
Forum Description: issues and technical support
URL: https://www.PCBLibraries.com/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=897
Printed Date: 07 Oct 2024 at 12:29am
Topic: Footprint Calculator
Posted By: BryanT
Subject: Footprint Calculator
Date Posted: 20 Mar 2013 at 9:05am
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Hi Tom, I tried using FPE and saw that in the footprint tab it did not show dimensions for pads, outlines, etc. So you cant use FPE like the old LP Wizard Calculator? Bryan |
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Posted By: Nick B
Date Posted: 20 Mar 2013 at 9:44am
| We allow querying of each specific dimension by using the viewer. Select the layer which has the object you want to query (for example if you want Silkscreen, select the Silkscreen layer), then "Right-Click" and select from the options available to see the dimensions. This method allows you to get much more data than was provided before in the LP Wizard. |
Posted By: Tom H
Date Posted: 20 Mar 2013 at 12:20pm
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The new PCB Footprint Expert has many more features than the LP Wizard. The Footprint Tab allows the user to enter the component mfr. recommended pad size and space. Like Nick mentioned you can now select Lines or Shapes, Text, Pads and RMB Query. This provides the layer, line width, pad size, padstack name and you can change the Pin Name in most component families from Numeric to Alpha-numeric or visa-versa. We realize that the program needs a "Help" menu and some training videos which are in production right now. |
Posted By: BryanT
Date Posted: 30 Apr 2013 at 10:54am
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Hi Tom, Not sure if I've asked this before but is there a way to print out a "datasheet" of a newly created part (or any part really) like we were able to do in the LP Wizard? That is a good way of sharing info with others. Thanks Bryan |
Posted By: Nick B
Date Posted: 30 Apr 2013 at 11:03am
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We're currently focused on developing support for 3D and allowing users to create footprints for non-standard parts (effectively doubling the capacity of the LP Wizard!!). The support for non-standard parts will be available in v2013 with the Package Designer module. Once things stabilize, we will look at a print feature for it all. |
Posted By: BryanT
Date Posted: 30 Apr 2013 at 11:19am
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Ok great - thanks Nick! |
Posted By: Tom H
Date Posted: 30 Apr 2013 at 12:17pm
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Yes, the print feature works great for "Standard" packages but today only 50% of the component packages are Standard. I do think that some day there will be some kind of dimensioned image for the Component and Footprint, but we need to prioritize the workload on automation for non-standard packages and 3D modeling. |
Posted By: Nick B
Date Posted: 24 Jun 2013 at 1:47am
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Please review the comparison between the LP Wizard and PCB Library Expert - http://www.PCBLibraries.com/Products/Compare/LPWizard-LibraryExpert" rel="nofollow - http://www.PCBLibraries.com/Products/Compare/LPWizard-LibraryExpert This comparison list offers a good side-by-side list comparison of the major features and benefits of each... ------------- Stay connected - follow us! https://twitter.com/PCBLibraries" rel="nofollow - X - http://www.linkedin.com/company/pcb-libraries-inc-/" rel="nofollow - LinkedIn |
Posted By: Tom H
Date Posted: 30 Jun 2013 at 3:40pm
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Is anyone still interested in the "Print Datasheet" feature for PCB Library Expert dimensions? ------------- Stay connected - follow us! https://twitter.com/PCBLibraries" rel="nofollow - X - http://www.linkedin.com/company/pcb-libraries-inc-/" rel="nofollow - LinkedIn |
Posted By: Artwork Master ITALY
Date Posted: 30 Jun 2013 at 4:24pm
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yes i am. |
Posted By: BryanT
Date Posted: 30 Jun 2013 at 4:31pm
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Yes, Tom, still definitely interested. Thanks |
Posted By: SR2012
Date Posted: 01 Jul 2013 at 12:18am
I am also interested in the Print Feature ! 
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Posted By: sgdavies
Date Posted: 01 Jul 2013 at 1:24am
| Yes Tom, My colleague here in Hamburg, really would like one. |
Posted By: BennsPCB
Date Posted: 01 Jul 2013 at 1:27am
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Put me on the YES-side, too, ... |
Posted By: rdl86626
Date Posted: 01 Jul 2013 at 8:19am
| YES |
Posted By: sgdavies
Date Posted: 04 Jul 2013 at 12:59am
Thanks for the new Print feature, Just showed my German Colleague, he is really happy, and if he is happy i'm happy 
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Posted By: RLS2004
Date Posted: 08 Jul 2013 at 4:26pm
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The project engineer wants to review the footprints. A print out feature would be helpful! RLS2004 ------------- RLS2004 |
Posted By: Tom H
Date Posted: 08 Jul 2013 at 5:51pm
The "Print Feature" was added in V2013.06. ------------- Stay connected - follow us! https://twitter.com/PCBLibraries" rel="nofollow - X - http://www.linkedin.com/company/pcb-libraries-inc-/" rel="nofollow - LinkedIn |
Posted By: BennsPCB
Date Posted: 09 Jul 2013 at 12:33pm
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Posted By: Matthew Lamkin
Date Posted: 12 Jul 2013 at 1:19am
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Seconded. |
Posted By: BryanT
Date Posted: 12 Jul 2013 at 2:22pm
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Hi Tom, |
Posted By: BryanT
Date Posted: 12 Jul 2013 at 2:27pm
Here is what I am talking about - didn't look like I was able to paste it in my last post: |
Posted By: Jeff.M
Date Posted: 13 Jul 2013 at 7:30am
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Eminently doable. ------------- Stay connected - follow us! https://twitter.com/PCBLibraries" rel="nofollow - Twitter - http://www.linkedin.com/company/pcb-libraries-inc-/" rel="nofollow - LinkedIn |
Posted By: Tom H
Date Posted: 13 Jul 2013 at 7:35am
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Looks like you'll be getting your request in the next release, V2013.08. Thanks for the recommendation! ------------- Stay connected - follow us! https://twitter.com/PCBLibraries" rel="nofollow - X - http://www.linkedin.com/company/pcb-libraries-inc-/" rel="nofollow - LinkedIn |
Posted By: BryanT
Date Posted: 13 Jul 2013 at 12:03pm
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Excellent! Thanks guys |