Zuken and PCB Libraries Inc. have launched a CADSTAR-compatible land pattern generator, IPC-7351A LP Wizard. The tool reportedly reduces the time it takes to build library parts and ensures compatibility with the latest IPC standard for surface-mount design.
The tool consists of land pattern viewers, calculators and generators for the creation of CAD land patterns in SMT parts libraries. The time to build a standard SMT library part (previously on average 30 min.) has been reduced. The generated library parts comply with the latest land pattern and surface-mount design requirements as defined by the IPC. Using data based on the IPC-7351 Land Pattern Standard, users can generate accurate manufacturing compliant PCBs while cutting costs.
The LP Wizard dovetails with the free library documentation and the Viewer, both provided by the IPC with the needed standard. The data entered by a PCB designer can also be shared with engineers throughout the organization with the Viewer on a project by project basis.
Protocase Designer version 113is now available for download at protocase.com/www/designer. Upgrades inclulde: Flat panel: a simple flat panel template compliments standard enclosure templates. Exclusion zone: eliminates any user concern from placing cutouts or components in inappropriate areas. Flanges: appropriate flanges result in realistic template models Information bar: more information regarding origins, exclusion zones, library component nomenclature, etc. Coordinate origin: more detail regarding face editor origins. Open/Save functions: cleaned up issues related to opening and saving files. A new tutorial emphasizes proper enclosure design for mounting your PCBs; it can be found atprotocase.com/www/designer/tutorial/.
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