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A Guide to Switch from Eagle CAD V 7.x to V 8.x - Page 1
Forum section: electronics / general

author: YTusername
author_rank: Regular Contributor
timestamp: August 14, 2017, 07:51:17 pm
content: I wrote this guide for Eagle CAD users who are thinking about switching to Eagle version 8.x (I think there are many users still afraid to take this step). I tried to cover all points that can help you to make the decision or not.Good reading:https://atadiat.com/en/articles/e-switching-from-eagle-cad-v-7-x-to-v-8-x/

author: Karel
author_rank: Super Contributor
timestamp: August 15, 2017, 08:49:28 am
content: I think you missed the point here. The main reason for most (professional) users not to switch to v8, is because of the new licensesystem. It has been discussed before in very long threads. The fact that you need to login and connect to the internet at leastonce in 14 days is unacceptable for a lot of companies.The only solution is to revert back to the old license system.

author: YTusername
author_rank: Regular Contributor
timestamp: August 15, 2017, 09:31:45 am
content: You're right. I already read a lot of discussions here and in Hackaday articles, but the purpose of this guide is to highlight what switching to V 8.x will take. The decision is up to the reader. I didn't try to encourage the readers to take any discussion.
Difference in footprit - Page 1
Forum section: electronics / general

author: R4v3n5
author_rank: Newbie
timestamp: August 10, 2017, 04:58:08 pm
content: Hello, so I am designing something (RGB LED matrix), and as I am using some common anode RGB LEDs I found a SparkFun library that has them.So in the library the footprint has some space in between the pads, but on the pcb they are touching together.Why is it different and how can I fix this.

author: jgarc063
author_rank: Regular Contributor
timestamp: August 10, 2017, 05:55:48 pm
content: Hi R4v3n5,I hope you're doing well. You are getting bit by restring, this is relatively common. You basically have to adjust the restring settings on your board to allow your library settings to win and take effect.For a full explanation see this blog post:https://www.autodesk.com/products/eagle/blog/what-you-didnt-know-about-eagle-restring/Let me know if there's anything else I can do for you.Best Regards,Jorge GarciaAutodesk Support

author: R4v3n5
author_rank: Newbie
timestamp: August 10, 2017, 06:03:14 pm
content: Thank you, that solved my problem.

author: ebastler
author_rank: Super Contributor
timestamp: August 10, 2017, 06:19:01 pm
content: Thanks, Jorge!Quick note: In the explanation you linked to, the images for figures 2 and 3 need to be swapped to make the text even clearer.

author: jgarc063
author_rank: Regular Contributor
timestamp: August 14, 2017, 04:12:04 pm
content: Thanks ebastler,I'll report that to have it fixed.Best Regards,Jorge Garcia
how to  make circular board with flat edge for usb - Page 1
Forum section: electronics / general

author: buck converter
author_rank: Regular Contributor
timestamp: August 07, 2017, 02:06:13 pm
content: something like this:

author: jct
author_rank: Contributor
timestamp: August 08, 2017, 09:11:28 am
content: Use "Dimension" layer and draw straight line, then use Arc function to draw circular section to connect with previously drawn straight line.

author: jpanhalt
author_rank: Super Contributor
timestamp: August 08, 2017, 09:16:21 am
content: Another alternative is to draw what you want in a CAD program. Save as DXF, and then use the import-dxf ulp to import into EAGLE dimension layer.While a circle with a flat edge is not complicated, for more complicated shapes I fine the above process easier.John

author: buck converter
author_rank: Regular Contributor
timestamp: August 08, 2017, 04:47:30 pm
content: Thanks
Removing 'Technologies' from the list..... - Page 1
Forum section: electronics / general

author: rx8pilot
author_rank: Super Contributor
timestamp: August 05, 2017, 07:35:18 am
content: I am (finally) adding our internal part numbers to my libraries to better coordinate assembly, BOMs, etc.I did some experiments with TECHNOLOGIES and ATTRIBUTES until I sorted out a scheme that I was happy with. It did not take long to realize that I needed to change the way I was naming things but I cannot figure out how to change or delete a 'TECHNOLOGY' after it is made.Anyone know if this is possible? There are some in the list that I just want to delete and the ones with check marks I want to change the name.

author: jdraughn
author_rank: Regular Contributor
timestamp: August 05, 2017, 12:21:39 pm
content: The first thought that came to my mind was to open up the actual xml file that contains the part and find the xml tags and delete them manually. Back up the file first just in case you break it.

author: H.O
author_rank: Frequent Contributor
timestamp: August 07, 2017, 12:29:34 pm
content: In the device editor, command lineTECHNOLOGY -100Nshould remove the 100N entry from the list of technologies. For more info seethis linkor the EAGLE Help file (from where I believe the page in the link comes from).
Eagle and Fusion 360 Integration  - Page 1
Forum section: electronics / general

author: sambran
author_rank: Contributor
timestamp: December 05, 2016, 08:18:49 pm
content: Just saw this article, seems interesting.http://www.solidsmack.com/cad/5-new-must-see-features-coming-fusion-360Anyone knows more info? Will Fusion 360 have a PCB design tool included? Will they offer a full version of eagle to hobbyists?

author: janekm
author_rank: Unknown
timestamp: December 05, 2016, 10:22:42 pm
content: Sounds more like it will do some synchronisation between the packages, update the PCB outline in Eagle, see the 3D model update in Fusion.I'm much more excited about the sheet metal feature

author: Josephine85
author_rank: Contributor
timestamp: December 23, 2016, 08:30:23 am
content: Sounds like described by janekm. As far as i know there is just a free full version for educational purpose.

author: technotronix
author_rank: Regular Contributor
timestamp: December 30, 2016, 07:47:58 am
content: I like the article. I am interested to know more about it.

author: richardlawson1489
author_rank: Regular Contributor
timestamp: February 01, 2017, 08:03:36 am
content: I am not able to open this article. It shows me an error.

author: rankink
author_rank: Newbie
timestamp: June 26, 2017, 03:17:04 am
content: The link worked for me today
looking for the partname of these connectors - Page 1
Forum section: electronics / general

author: legacy
author_rank: Super Contributor
timestamp: June 08, 2017, 03:08:25 pm
content: I reversed a keyboard matrix, so I have the full keyscan. UnSoldering the connector from the old pcb, shows that each connector's pin is 1mm pitch. I have also already created the footprint/package for EagleCAD, but now I need to order new connectors and I don't have an idea of their name.They are15pins, 1mm pitch18pins, 1mm pitch

author: suku
author_rank: Contributor
timestamp: June 08, 2017, 03:34:38 pm
content: FFC/FPC Connector (Short for Flat Flex Cable)

author: legacy
author_rank: Super Contributor
timestamp: June 08, 2017, 07:33:27 pm
content: Thanks, so kind
looking for footprint TACT_PANA-EVQ - Page 1
Forum section: electronics / general

author: buck converter
author_rank: Regular Contributor
timestamp: April 30, 2017, 03:49:33 pm
content: So I was searching for a TINY enough through hole momentary switch, and this one looks good.https://www.adafruit.com/product/1489.now i just need the eagle footprint. In the board file for the piTFT, a product that uses this switch, it says that it is in the "microbuilder" library, and the footprint name is TACT_PANA-EVQ but any Microbuilder I have come across does not have it.Does anyone know of a library with this footprint?Anyone know of an alternative through hole button that is same size or smaller?

author: ElectronicCat
author_rank: Regular Contributor
timestamp: May 06, 2017, 04:37:41 pm
content: Can't find many details on the part, but it seems to be a standard half-width 6mm SPST momentary push switch.I found a suitable footprint in theadafruit libraryunder SWITCH_PUSHBUTTON with package TACT_PANA-EVQ.Also if you can't find a suitable part in libraries in the future, get used to creating your own. It isn't too difficult for one off simple parts like this.
Help with Keystone connector 4916 in Eagle - Page 1
Forum section: electronics / general

author: rcourtney
author_rank: Contributor
timestamp: April 17, 2017, 02:25:40 am
content: This terminal has three mounting pins.Is there a good way to describe the device as "one pin" so that any point can be connected to without getting an error?Here is the parthttp://www.keyelco.com/product.cfm/product_id/13943What I have so farhttps://www.dropbox.com/pri/get/Public/Keystone.lbr?_subject_uid=83007019&w=AADq1t4jdXg_OdG9DDX8R2vyMVuOE3XdpEgA494RV-O99Q

author: Karel
author_rank: Super Contributor
timestamp: April 17, 2017, 07:56:35 am
content: In the symbol you create one pin.In the package you create two pads.In the device you connect the two pads of the package to the same pin of the symbol.

author: MarkL
author_rank: Unknown
timestamp: April 18, 2017, 03:18:25 pm
content: To elaborate a little further, you would use the "Append" button in the connect GUI, or the "CONNECT ANY" or "CONNECT ALL" command from the CLI to group the 3 pads into one pin in the schematic.CONNECT ANY specifies that any of the 3 pads can be connected, and CONNECT ALL specifies they all must be connected at layout time. In the GUI, the ANY option is shown by a dashed line next to the pin name, and ALL is shown by a solid line. You can toggle between the two in the GUI by clicking on the line.EDIT: Also, that feature was added in 6.0, so as long as you don't have an ancient version...
Isolate certain components from the DRC? - Page 1
Forum section: electronics / general

author: Boscoe
author_rank: Frequent Contributor
timestamp: April 12, 2017, 09:47:42 am
content: I add some PCB graphics (logos and such) to my libraries then add them to the PCB. Thing is they often have hundreds or thousands of errors as the raster lines making them are very small. Is there a parameter I can assign to the part to remove it from the DRC check? Would make me a lot less nervous when sending out PCBs.Thanks

author: jgarc063
author_rank: Regular Contributor
timestamp: April 12, 2017, 03:43:28 pm
content: Hello Boscoe,I hope you're doing well. The best you could do here is approve those errors, at this point in time there is no mechanism for excluding a package from the DRC check. This is a slippery slope because it could potentially be very dangerous to not have a part check for manufacturability. I agree that something needs to be improved here, but I don't think excluding from the DRC is the answer.Let me know if there's anything else I can do for you.Best Regards,Jorge GarciaAutodesk Support

author: latigid on
author_rank: Contributor
timestamp: April 12, 2017, 11:29:48 pm
content: Two other ideas:Instead of DRC'ing the whole board, use the "select" option to check over different parts.Place the overlapping copper on another layer, then when it comes to fab bereallycareful to process this layer with the CAM job. Even create a custom CAM for it.

author: westfw
author_rank: Super Contributor
timestamp: April 13, 2017, 11:10:54 pm
content: Quoteput your graphics on a different (custom) layer, and then don't DISPLAY that layer when you run the DRC.(DRC only checks the layers that are currently displayed.)When you generate gerbers, add your custom layer to the list of layers included for the appropriate "final" layer.(For example, the BOTTOM copper layer might normally include layers BOTTOM, PADS, and VIAS. You'd use a new CAM file that outputBOTTOM, PADS, VIAS, and BOTCOPLOGO to that gerber...)(yes, this means you can't just send the .BRD file somewhere and expect correct results. You probably shouldn't, anyway.)
v7 Eagle license usable on v8? Untrustworthy chat support? - Page 1
Forum section: electronics / general

author: Pack34
author_rank: Frequent Contributor
timestamp: March 28, 2017, 02:10:49 pm
content: I almost feel scammed.Went through the chat support on Autodesk's website and they had requested my account information, serial number and installation code for my v7 license. Then they directed me to the v8 download and were of no use on to how to apply my code.I feel like the chat rep just ripped off my serial number and installation code.

author: GlowingGhoul
author_rank: Regular Contributor
timestamp: March 28, 2017, 02:40:47 pm
content: This is what happens when hobbyist/small business products are taken over by companies that don't like hobbyists or small business.

author: jgarc063
author_rank: Regular Contributor
timestamp: March 28, 2017, 04:26:01 pm
content: Hi Pack34,I hope you're doing well. EAGLE is still very new at Autodesk and so we are slowly spreading through the various departments and they are becoming more and more aware of us. I apologize for the inconvenience. If you need your license resent just e-mail me support@cadsoftusa.com and include your V7 serial number(usually starts with a 6 or a 7). I'll forward your credentials to the e-mail we have for you on file.Please let me know if there's anything else I can do for you.Best Regards,Jorge GarciaAutodesk Support

author: Boscoe
author_rank: Frequent Contributor
timestamp: April 12, 2017, 09:45:41 am
content: I'm an Eagle V7 Ultimate licensee, am I eligible for Eagle 8?

author: jgarc063
author_rank: Regular Contributor
timestamp: April 12, 2017, 03:46:46 pm
content: Hello Boscoe,I hope you're doing well. You are entitled to a discount for a 1 year subscription of Autodesk EAGLE, but it is not a free upgrade. Please e-mail support@cadsoftusa.com and I'll get you in touch with the correct team to help you.Please let me know if there's anything else I can do for you.Best Regards,Jorge GarciaAutodesk Support
[SOLVED] How do I seperate a trace from a copper pour - Page 1
Forum section: electronics / general

author: CodyW
author_rank: Contributor
timestamp: March 26, 2017, 10:58:27 am
content: Hi Everyone,I have placed a capacitor (C1) between +5V and ground so I can dampen the initial voltage spike to U1, a 5mm through-hole mount NeoPixel.I am using a copper fill on the top of the board as a power plane for the +5V supply. However, a problem I have encountered is that because C1 and U1 are both connected to the +5V rail, the copper fill and trace have joined together. Is there anyway could separate the two? I am using Eagle 8.Any help would be greatly appreciated.PS, apologies for the schematic – I haven't quite finished adding details yet.Cheer,Cody

author: Karel
author_rank: Super Contributor
timestamp: March 26, 2017, 11:25:31 am
content: A quick and easy solution is to draw some small lines around it in layer 41 (tRestrict).I use V7.7 and I'll never use V8.

author: CodyW
author_rank: Contributor
timestamp: March 26, 2017, 11:36:41 am
content: Absolute life-saver! Thank you very much.Cody
moving components and traces as a group in PCB editing - Page 1
Forum section: electronics / general

author: ahbushnell
author_rank: Frequent Contributor
timestamp: March 25, 2017, 07:17:55 pm
content: Hi,I am trying to compare software and I was wondering does Eagle allow selecting a group of components and routed traces and moving them by dragging?Andy

author: Yansi
author_rank: Super Contributor
timestamp: March 25, 2017, 07:28:06 pm
content: Select the objects using GROUP, then MOVE the fking group(Ctrl+Right mouse ear, then drag).
Last versions of Eagle before Autodesk took over - Page 1
Forum section: electronics / general

author: vincei
author_rank: Contributor
timestamp: March 20, 2017, 02:40:32 am
content: I have Eagle 7.6.0 that I run on Windows and Linux. I am a fully paid up CadSoft user and I'm not running a hacked version and have proper license.Could you point me to or contact me offline if you have the installers for Linux and Windows for the last version of Eagle from CadSoft before Autodesk turned up and darkened my door.Thanks,Vince

author: oPossum
author_rank: Super Contributor
timestamp: March 20, 2017, 02:43:43 am
content: Version 4.0 to 7.7 are available atftp://ftp.cadsoftusa.com/eagle/program/

author: vincei
author_rank: Contributor
timestamp: March 20, 2017, 02:51:48 am
content: Awesome. Thank you. When I tried to get to the updates from within the application I got routed to an Autodesk website with no information whatsoever.Again, appreciated!-Vince
How to export GERBER files from Eagle CAD (in under 2 minutes) - Page 1
Forum section: electronics / general

author: ansonbao
author_rank: Regular Contributor
timestamp: March 09, 2017, 06:28:51 am
content: There are so many factories in China manufacture pcb by gerber file,like us and other companies.A lot of engineers ever sent emails to us about how to export Gerber file from Eagle CAD.In this video,I think it is helpful,please check.How to export GERBER files from Eagle CAD (in under 2 minutes)

author: richardlawson1489
author_rank: Regular Contributor
timestamp: March 17, 2017, 10:16:23 am
content: Thanks for sharing. Here are guideline fo export Gerber files from Eagle CAD.https://wn.com/gerber_file
Need help routing a 4 layers PCB - Page 1
Forum section: electronics / general

author: tambechristian
author_rank: Newbie
timestamp: July 27, 2017, 10:20:26 pm
content: Hi everyone,Could someone give me a hint on routing this 4 layers FPGA PCB?It's a small board (1" X 1.90") with lots of wires (303 airwires)Please see attached the schematics and board files from eagle, with components already assembled.I tried to wire it manually but I found 303 airwires too much to do it manually on a small board.I used eagle autoratorators but I'm still left with 26 airwires.Thanks,Chris

author: MarkS
author_rank: Unknown
timestamp: July 27, 2017, 10:27:28 pm
content: All due respect, if you cannot accomplish this, then you've bitten off more than you can chew.

author: tszaboo
author_rank: Super Contributor
timestamp: July 27, 2017, 10:39:04 pm
content: I will gladly help you. The official, government approved rate for an engineer contracting work goes for 350 USD / day in my home country. PM me for details.

author: MarkS
author_rank: Unknown
timestamp: July 28, 2017, 10:10:11 pm
content: I'm sorry if it seems like we are being rude, but this is a non-simple problem that people get paid a great deal of money to do correctly. Designing a board for a moderately sized FPGA is several steps below the design of a modern PC motherboard, with high end, 3000+ pin FPGAs being several steps above. This is the one point that has kept me away from FPGAs. Who cares if I can design a full processor on an FPGA development board if I cannot possibly transfer the FPGA to my own designs.This is one area that, for hobbyists, is a case where if you cannot do it yourself, you're not ready.

author: tambechristian
author_rank: Newbie
timestamp: July 29, 2017, 05:42:23 am
content: Ok, I see. Thanks
Eagle v8 licensing - Page 1
Forum section: electronics / general

author: paulcav
author_rank: Contributor
timestamp: February 26, 2017, 02:41:17 am
content: https://www.element14.com/community/thread/58354/l/eagle-v8-licensingHere is more information in the Eagle v8 licensing.

author: Karel
author_rank: Super Contributor
timestamp: February 26, 2017, 08:59:15 am
content: Thanks but the website/forums of Element14 are terrible to watch.I use this site to follow the Eagle newsgroups:http://www.eaglecentral.ca/That thread that contains more than 300 replies can be found in the section "eagle.userchat.eng" -> "Eagle v8 licensing..."Both Eagle central and Element14 synchronize with the official Cadsoft nntp servers.

author: technotronix
author_rank: Regular Contributor
timestamp: March 07, 2017, 12:15:51 pm
content: Thanks for Eagle 8 licensing information.

author: richardlawson1489
author_rank: Regular Contributor
timestamp: March 09, 2017, 05:31:01 am
content: Thanks for the information. Thinking to move forward with Eagle 8.
EAGLE MEETS SKETCHUP - turn your Eagle layouts into 3D models - Page 1
Forum section: electronics / general

author: paulcav
author_rank: Contributor
timestamp: March 06, 2017, 11:20:51 am
content: Here is a method of creating a 3D model of your boardshttps://eagleup.wordpress.com/installation-and-setup/

author: GlowingGhoul
author_rank: Regular Contributor
timestamp: March 06, 2017, 03:49:28 pm
content: Can it create a 3D model of a perpetual license for Eagle?

author: jgarc063
author_rank: Regular Contributor
timestamp: March 06, 2017, 08:21:57 pm
content: Hi GlowingGhoul,This is actually a tool that existed well prior to the Autodesk acquisition so it does work with V7 of EAGLE.Let me know if there's anything else I can do for you.Best Regards,Jorge Garcia

author: macegr
author_rank: Regular Contributor
timestamp: March 06, 2017, 11:11:34 pm
content: Quote from: GlowingGhoul on March 06, 2017, 03:49:28 pmIt can't create a 3D model of that but it could probably create a 3D-printable model that simulates the new license.

author: Agent86
author_rank: Contributor
timestamp: March 07, 2017, 03:44:48 am
content: Quote from: macegr on March 06, 2017, 11:11:34 pmROFLcopter!!!

author: GlowingGhoul
author_rank: Regular Contributor
timestamp: March 07, 2017, 04:11:48 am
content: Quote from: macegr on March 06, 2017, 11:11:34 pmOnly in fast-degrading plastic so it must be replaced every 30 days

author: technotronix
author_rank: Regular Contributor
timestamp: March 07, 2017, 12:23:41 pm
content: Will it work with Eagle 8 licensing?

author: jgarc063
author_rank: Regular Contributor
timestamp: March 07, 2017, 07:49:39 pm
content: Hi technotronix,It will, because the interface is based on a ULP and a Ruby plugin for Sketchup, not affected by any of the new changes.Let me know if there's anything else I can do for you.Best Regards,Jorge Garcia

author: richardlawson1489
author_rank: Regular Contributor
timestamp: March 08, 2017, 02:04:49 pm
content: Thanks jgarc063,I will try it with my Eagle 8. Let see if it works ok.
DRC for eagle - Page 1
Forum section: electronics / general

author: robotly
author_rank: Newbie
timestamp: November 22, 2016, 01:53:01 pm
content: Hi, is there any suggestion for Eagle DRC? I did a single layer PCB with Eagle, before I send the file to PCB fab I want to know whether the 0 mil tolerance of the board Edge is ok?Thanks

author: FreddyVictor
author_rank: Regular Contributor
timestamp: November 22, 2016, 03:30:50 pm
content: who's the fabricator ?they often have a DRC file on their website you can download to check your board against

author: robotly
author_rank: Newbie
timestamp: November 23, 2016, 03:07:57 am
content: oh yes, there are manufacturing DRC file on their website, but it is too humble in their website

author: Josephine85
author_rank: Contributor
timestamp: November 25, 2016, 12:34:54 pm
content: Hey Hey,thers a lot of stuff about DRC on the CadSoft EAGLE Blog:https://cadsoft.io/blog/Best regards,

author: technotronix
author_rank: Regular Contributor
timestamp: December 30, 2016, 07:51:16 am
content: As per the suggested by Josephine85, there are much more stuff provided athttps://cadsoft.io/blog/

author: richardlawson1489
author_rank: Regular Contributor
timestamp: February 01, 2017, 07:48:20 am
content: Here are some of the great suggestion on DRC for Eagle.https://www.element14.com/community/thread/4333/l/suggestions-for-drc-command

author: ebastler
author_rank: Super Contributor
timestamp: February 01, 2017, 10:21:49 am
content: Quote from: richardlawson1489 on February 01, 2017, 07:48:20 am?!?The discussion in this thread is aboutusingthe DRC, and how to set up the DRC parameters. I don't think anyone here wanted todevelopthe DRC implementation. And, last time I looked, Eagle was not open source anyway...

author: westfw
author_rank: Super Contributor
timestamp: February 23, 2017, 10:01:27 pm
content: QuoteThis tends to depend on the particular board fabricator (I'm not sure why.) The eagle default is 40mils (HUGE!), and I try to avoid fine tracks near the edge (just cause I've USED router bits...), but I don't have any worries about letting the ground plane get within 10mil or so of the edge...A long time ago, I wrote an instructable suggesting that most hobbyists should adjust the DRC parameters so that the resulting board is easier for hobbyists to build (and more robust, physically.)https://www.instructables.com/id/Make-hobbyist-PCBs-with-professional-CAD-tools-by-/
Component Attributes Editor? - Page 1
Forum section: electronics / general

author: Jeroen3
author_rank: Super Contributor
timestamp: September 16, 2016, 02:07:58 pm
content: Is there a way to edit component attributes as a table view?I can use an ULP to export them to excel... but then I'll be adding numbers and specs that really should be in the design file (or even lbr).Or do I need to ulp my own?

author: technotronix
author_rank: Regular Contributor
timestamp: September 28, 2016, 02:05:34 pm
content: may be we can do it by using frame ( frames.lbr library).

author: Josephine85
author_rank: Contributor
timestamp: October 27, 2016, 07:59:30 am
content: Hm i don´t know if you can. On the website i found just these two mentioned in the FAQ (https://cadsoft.io/support/faq/).Renumber components in the layout — cmd-renumber.ulpAccess to Farnell's components data base — designlink.ulpMaybe the data base is something you could use, but i never tried it.

author: jgarc063
author_rank: Regular Contributor
timestamp: November 02, 2016, 07:54:30 pm
content: Hi Jeroen,I hope you're doing well. There currently isn't a ULP that can give you a table view of all of the components in your design with their respective attributes that is editable.However the BOM-EX download on our website has a ULP that can make it easy to assign the same attribute to multiple parts. You can also add attributes in the library.If I've misunderstood what you are trying to do please correct me.Best Regards,Jorge Garcia

author: technotronix
author_rank: Regular Contributor
timestamp: December 30, 2016, 07:53:34 am
content: Did you try to do it using the framework?

author: IanJ
author_rank: Unknown
timestamp: December 30, 2016, 09:37:24 pm
content: Try:http://www.bobstarr.net/pages/downloads.htmlBOM-EX might do what you need.Ian.

author: richardlawson1489
author_rank: Regular Contributor
timestamp: January 31, 2017, 11:50:51 am
content: This may work.
regarding tape  and reel information mentioned in data sheet - Page 1
Forum section: electronics / general

author: msrinivasan1995
author_rank: Contributor
timestamp: February 28, 2017, 06:24:47 am
content: guys what does tape and reel information mentioned in the data sheet used for? I'm creating a customised Library part, I want to know how it can be helpful for designing Footprint.

author: rachaelp
author_rank: Unknown
timestamp: February 28, 2017, 08:48:43 am
content: Quote from: msrinivasan1995 on February 28, 2017, 06:24:47 amIt doesn't help when designing the footprint, it's more there so the people in manufacturing have the information they need about the packaging so they can do what they need to do.Best Regards,Rachael

author: richardlawson1489
author_rank: Regular Contributor
timestamp: March 09, 2017, 06:29:51 am
content: I don't know much about it but I have read somewhere that tape and reel are used to facilitate pick and place equipment requirements.

author: mikeselectricstuff
author_rank: Super Contributor
timestamp: March 09, 2017, 10:58:53 pm
content: I make sure my PCB library parts always have the same orientation as they appear in the feeders on my pick/place machine. That way parts will be placed the right way round without the need to tweak anything.It is REALLY annoying when the tape orientation for a new part isn't shown on the datasheet.There are some conventions, e.g. LED cathodes on sprocket size, QFN pin1 on sprocket side, but you can't be sure it will always be the case. I've definitely seen LEDs taped the other way round.
EagleCAD can't open this library - Page 1
Forum section: electronics / general

author: legacy
author_rank: Super Contributor
timestamp: January 22, 2017, 03:19:27 pm
content: So, I was looking for XILINX CPLD components when I foundthislibrary.Here I happen to have v6.6 installed on my MacOSX laptop.But if I try to open the library I get the following error message:QuoteI have also tried EagleCAD v5.12, but it's still a no go?

author: Karel
author_rank: Super Contributor
timestamp: January 22, 2017, 03:45:29 pm
content: Here it opens fine with V7.70 on Linux.I could even save/convert it to the "new" xml format.

author: legacy
author_rank: Super Contributor
timestamp: January 22, 2017, 03:53:37 pm
content: Strange.QuoteThis is the version I have on my Mac.Can you save it for v6? I will give it a try.(is it possible to attach the file here?)

author: Karel
author_rank: Super Contributor
timestamp: January 22, 2017, 04:05:30 pm
content: Here you go.

author: legacy
author_rank: Super Contributor
timestamp: January 22, 2017, 04:13:52 pm
content: Thanks

author: legacy
author_rank: Super Contributor
timestamp: January 22, 2017, 04:15:05 pm
content: Now it works Yahhoooooooooooooooooooooosuper thanks, dude
Eagle PCB for 4-layers add 2; 3Layers _Restrict for internal two layers. - Page 1
Forum section: electronics / general

author: Jefferson
author_rank: Contributor
timestamp: November 19, 2016, 01:41:10 pm
content: Hi All!There is a need in Eagle PCB for 4-layers add 2; 3Layers _Restrict for internal two layers.That does not exist for the installation.Create a new layer and name 2Layers _Restrict not a problem,but as he screwed function _Restrict, ... can anyone know?Thanks.

author: jgarc063
author_rank: Regular Contributor
timestamp: November 21, 2016, 05:06:07 pm
content: Hello Jefferson,I hope you're doing well. There are currently now restrict layers available for the inner layers. Naming a layer with the word restrict in it, won't do anything.The best that you can do at the moment is draw a cutout polygon on the inner layers to not fill part of a polygon. This is pretty easy to do, just draw a polygon and then look at it's properties set the fill type to cutout.Let me know if there's anything else I can do for you or if I have misunderstood the question.Best Regards,Jorge Garcia

author: Jefferson
author_rank: Contributor
timestamp: November 22, 2016, 10:48:25 am
content: Jorge thanks for the answer. You understand me perfectly and accurately answered.It works.
MOLEX 05-22-71-14-79 - Page 1
Forum section: electronics / general

author: legacy
author_rank: Super Contributor
timestamp: October 24, 2016, 09:29:58 am
content: anyone happens to know where to findan EagleCAD library for connectors likeMOLEX 05-22-71-14-79 ?I am lost

author: Monkeh
author_rank: Super Contributor
timestamp: October 24, 2016, 02:32:37 pm
content: As I say to everyone else: Make it yourself. It'll only take a couple of minutes.

author: Josephine85
author_rank: Contributor
timestamp: October 27, 2016, 07:48:40 am
content: Did you check the libraries?:https://cadsoft.io/resources/libraries/?query=MOLEX
Show Tool: Zoom to selection - Page 1
Forum section: electronics / general

author: Pack34
author_rank: Frequent Contributor
timestamp: October 17, 2016, 03:07:20 pm
content: When you are not on the same schematic page as a component you will get a SHOW dialog. Selecting the component in this dialog moves you to the appropriate schematic page and zooms in on the component.When on the same schematic page this behavior does not happen. Is there a way to force it?The work around is to either go to a different page or zoom all the way out to see which component is highlighted.

author: Pack34
author_rank: Frequent Contributor
timestamp: October 17, 2016, 04:08:28 pm
content: It looks like it's the FIND tool (ctrl+f) that has the behavior I want, not the SHOW tool.

author: jgarc063
author_rank: Regular Contributor
timestamp: October 17, 2016, 06:12:17 pm
content: Hi Pack,If hope you're doing well. If you are using V6 or newer try the following:SHOW @ RefDesThen hit enter, replace RefDes with whatever part you are looking for.Let me know if there's anything else I can do for you.Best Regards,Jorge GarciaAutodesk Support
Text Variable for Sheet Name - Page 1
Forum section: electronics / general

author: Pack34
author_rank: Frequent Contributor
timestamp: October 05, 2016, 07:57:12 pm
content: Is there a way to automatically assign the name of the current sheet to the DOCFIELD symbol?The >DRAWING_NAME variable links to the name of the schematic file (i.e. ASDF for asdf.sch).The title of the individual sheet is automatically assigned to be the first line in the description of said sheet.I'm not seeing this listed in the HELP document, but that doesn't always mean it isn't possible.

author: jgarc063
author_rank: Regular Contributor
timestamp: October 05, 2016, 08:02:36 pm
content: Hi Pack34,I hope you're doing well. I think the >SHEET text variable should satisfy your request. If it doesn't please let me know, since that would mean that I have misunderstood something.Let me know if there's anything else I can do for you.Best Regards,Jorge GarciaAutodesk Support

author: ReneK
author_rank: Contributor
timestamp: October 06, 2016, 07:31:13 am
content: Hi,there is currently no way to get that text into the drawing. You need to maintain these texts twice, unfortunately.Rene

author: ReneK
author_rank: Contributor
timestamp: October 06, 2016, 07:43:38 am
content: Hello Jorge,Quote from: jgarc063 on October 05, 2016, 08:02:36 pmThis is about a sheet'sname. Thatnameis the headline of a sheet's description and shown in the sheet thumbnails and ComboBox. >SHEET gives you numbers only, something like >SHEET_NAME or >SHEET_DESCRIPTION or so is missing here.Rene

author: Karel
author_rank: Super Contributor
timestamp: October 06, 2016, 07:58:45 am
content: Quote from: Pack34 on October 05, 2016, 07:57:12 pmSpecial texts in a symbol or package drawing, marked with the '>' character, will be replaced with actual values in a board or schematic:>NAME Component name (ev.+gate name) 1)>VALUE Comp. value/type 1)>PART Component name 2)>GATE Gate name 2)>XREF Part cross-reference 2)>CONTACT_XREF Contact cross-reference 2)>ASSEMBLY_VARIANT Name of the current assembly variant>DRAWING_NAME Drawing name>LAST_DATE_TIME Time of the last modification>PLOT_DATE_TIME Time of the plot creation>SHEETNR Sheet number of a schematic 3)>SHEETS Total number of sheets of a schematic 3)>SHEET equivalent to ">SHEETNR/>SHEETS" 3)1) Only for package or symbol2) Only for symbol3) Only for symbol or schematicQuote from: Pack34 on October 05, 2016, 07:57:12 pmEnter:help textand scroll down to the paragraph "Text Variables".

author: Pack34
author_rank: Frequent Contributor
timestamp: October 06, 2016, 09:17:14 pm
content: Quote from: Karel on October 06, 2016, 07:58:45 amI know. The variable I was looking for was not listed and looks like it doesn't exist. Hopefully it'll be added at some point.

author: Karel
author_rank: Super Contributor
timestamp: October 07, 2016, 06:37:47 am
content: Quote from: Pack34 on October 06, 2016, 09:17:14 pmSorry, I didn't read carefully and understood it wrong.I agree it would be a nice little improvement.
Formating of dimension tool - Page 1
Forum section: electronics / general

author: Pack34
author_rank: Frequent Contributor
timestamp: October 11, 2016, 08:33:18 pm
content: Is there a way to control how the dimension tool locates the dimension number?As can be seen in the attached image, some of the dimensions overlap. Is there a way to force the 112mil measurement to appear on the left side and the 275mil measurement to appear outside the dimension instead of inside?

author: wasyoungonce
author_rank: Frequent Contributor
timestamp: October 12, 2016, 07:55:29 am
content: Yes if you click on the dimension ..right click/properties. You can edit where the lines measures from and to as well as where the lines extend to and offset etc of measurement. Just have a play you'll work it out quickly.

author: Pack34
author_rank: Frequent Contributor
timestamp: October 12, 2016, 07:50:14 pm
content: Close, but not quite. Those options can effect how it looks, but it does not control the location of the measurement. For example, having the 112mil measurement appear on the left of the measurement instead of the right and the associated 275mil value appearing outside the measurement instead of inside.Unfortunately, it's looking like this isn't an option. I think it should still be readable enough for my mechanical engineer.
Benefits or detriments to use of Orphans in Polygon fills - Page 1
Forum section: electronics / general

author: rbm
author_rank: Regular Contributor
timestamp: September 28, 2016, 09:36:09 pm
content: I've been trying to gather pros and cons to the use of the "orphans" option in polygons (islands of unconnected copper fill). I generally have only used polygons to create a ground plane on both sides of a 2-layer board. Up to now, I've turned on orphans because I like the aesthetics of the resulting layout. I read a post recently warning of the dire consequences of using orphans because they created inadvertent antennas that could couple noise into the adjacent traces. Some have said that orphans help to reduce the consumption of etchant. I can't find a definite answer and am seeking help.What are the consequences of turning on or off orphans? When should I consider the use of orphans in a polygon fill that is acting as a ground plane?

author: vzoole
author_rank: Regular Contributor
timestamp: September 29, 2016, 06:55:17 am
content: Do not use unconnected polygon orphans, because it electro magnetic behavior is unpredictable.Yes, you have to etching less copper, but it is not a real benefit.

author: jgarc063
author_rank: Regular Contributor
timestamp: September 29, 2016, 10:59:31 pm
content: Hi rbm,I hope you're doing well. Orphans have a few advantages, for one you are removing less copper from the board. In situations of high mechanical and thermal stress this can avoid warping in the substrate because the copper is more uniformly spread on the surfaces of the board. Having the extra copper can give a slight advantage for heat dissipation, again because of copper uniformity on the surfaces.With that said, vzoole is correct. Unconnected copper pours can behave like unintended antennas so it's best to avoid them if you have high frequency circuitry. For your basic arduino project it doesn't matter much either way. These things become problematic when you are working with high frequencies or high power.hth,Jorge GarciaAutodesk Support

author: rbm
author_rank: Regular Contributor
timestamp: September 30, 2016, 11:15:34 am
content: Hi jorge,Doing very well, thank you.That answers my question about orphans. They do have their uses. Since the circuits I've built to date are low frequency, my use of orphans has not been detrimental to the operation of the circuits. I'll now know when and when not to click this option. Much appreciated.
Odd Issue: Pad diameter different in library and project - Page 1
Forum section: electronics / general

author: Pack34
author_rank: Frequent Contributor
timestamp: August 25, 2016, 03:14:13 pm
content: I made a bunch of connectors today and I'm running into an odd issue where the library entry for the part does not match the component placed in a project.Has anyone seen this happen before? I updated the libraries and as a sanity check, changed pin1 to be square and updated again. The pad shape was updated but the outter diameter of the pad is still larger than it should be. The pads in the schematic seem to be defaulting to "automatic" but in the library these are set to a specific value.Has anyone else run into this?

author: vzoole
author_rank: Regular Contributor
timestamp: August 25, 2016, 03:33:45 pm
content: I think the pads has auto diameter and in your DRC settings the pads minimum too big.

author: Pack34
author_rank: Frequent Contributor
timestamp: August 25, 2016, 03:57:59 pm
content: That was it. Thank you.
Creating Switch Converter Layouts in Eagle? - Page 1
Forum section: electronics / general

author: LabSpokane
author_rank: Super Contributor
timestamp: September 27, 2016, 05:58:39 am
content: What's the best method to create the pad layout for a switch converter? I'm a bit stumped on how to create recommended pad layout in the data sheet. (Attached)Do I just create rectangles manually on the top copper layer? If I want solder mask, is that another layer of manually-created rectangles?Thanks!

author: jct
author_rank: Contributor
timestamp: September 27, 2016, 06:26:27 am
content: If I understand your questions correctly: Use thePolygonfunction during layout instead of theRoutefunction and name it exactly the same as the allocatedSignalname. Pads are done when you setup/createPackage(footprint) in your Library. Solder mask is automatically created when you use the Cam Processor function.

author: LabSpokane
author_rank: Super Contributor
timestamp: September 27, 2016, 03:12:02 pm
content: Thanks. I just realized tha I was trying to name the polygon to the IC pad name not the signal name.Will give it another whirl here shortly.

author: jgarc063
author_rank: Regular Contributor
timestamp: September 27, 2016, 03:47:01 pm
content: Quote from: LabSpokane on September 27, 2016, 05:58:39 amHi LabSpokane,I hope you're doing well. In the newest versions of EAGLE the recommended approach is to use the arbitrary pad shapes feature. Basically for the thermal pad in the middle you place through hole pads for the thermal vias. Then you draw the main copper pad using a polygon on the top layer. You will also have to draw the stopmask and cream openings manually also using the polygon command.When you go to connect this package to a symbol in the device editor assign all of the thermal pads to the same pin. In the connect column you'll see a small icon, if you hover over it you'll see the word all. Click it to change it to any. When it is set to all, all of the thermal pads will get airwires. If you set it to any then as long as one pad gets connected then EAGLE will be happy.See section 8.14 of the EAGLE manual for more details on this process.Please let me know if there's anything else I can do for you.Best Regards,Jorge GarciaAutodesk Support

author: LabSpokane
author_rank: Super Contributor
timestamp: September 27, 2016, 04:07:28 pm
content: Quote from: jgarc063 on September 27, 2016, 03:47:01 pmHi Jorge,I'm doing great now, because that is exactly what I needed to know. Thank you! I really appreciate you surfing the forum.
Turn off visibility of text origin markers - Page 1
Forum section: electronics / general

author: LukeW
author_rank: Frequent Contributor
timestamp: August 19, 2016, 09:42:53 am
content: Is it possible to switch off the ugly origin markers temporarily?Particularly on schematic text items.

author: Josephine85
author_rank: Contributor
timestamp: August 19, 2016, 11:37:19 am
content: Couldn´t find a thing in the FAQ:https://cadsoft.io/support/faq/. Maybe you can check again or contact the support.

author: Karel
author_rank: Super Contributor
timestamp: August 20, 2016, 09:10:37 am
content: In the schematic, I don't think it's possible. But they will not be visible when you export to PDF or image.May I ask what the problem is?In the board you simply switch off layers 23 and 24.

author: technotronix
author_rank: Regular Contributor
timestamp: August 24, 2016, 09:57:07 am
content: I don't find any solution for this question.Anyone?
Import DXF - Page 1
Forum section: electronics / general

author: Nuno_pt
author_rank: Frequent Contributor
timestamp: June 06, 2016, 09:27:26 pm
content: Hi,I want to import an DXF file to Eagle, but I must be doing something wrong because it's not working, or at least not how I expected.I've the DXF file, I went in Schematic - File - Import - DXF, I've try also with some ULP from the Eagle website, but it only appears some coil that is the schematic in there no matter what layer I select, or change to Nets, Measures, etc.Maybe this is how it work, but I was expecting to see the pads, nets, am'I wrong on this?

author: ataradov
author_rank: Super Contributor
timestamp: June 06, 2016, 10:41:10 pm
content: You can't import actual circuit diagram from DXF, it is just a drawing.The reason DXF import is there, so you could import board outline and other mechanical things. But it will never work for actual electrical circuit.

author: jpanhalt
author_rank: Super Contributor
timestamp: June 07, 2016, 09:12:57 pm
content: I agree on the schematic. As for the board design, I import the board outline, cutouts, holes, etc. (everything except the routes) easily using one of the DXF-import ULPs.John

author: technotronix
author_rank: Regular Contributor
timestamp: August 09, 2016, 01:43:32 pm
content: The importdxf.ulp is available for download fromwww.cadsoftusa.com/downloads.

author: Josephine85
author_rank: Contributor
timestamp: August 19, 2016, 11:46:54 am
content: CadSoft has a new website. You´ll find the download here:https://cadsoft.io/resources/ulps/?query=dxf
Eagle 7.6 - pan and zoom improved (OSX) - Page 1
Forum section: electronics / general

author: LabSpokane
author_rank: Super Contributor
timestamp: July 25, 2016, 01:32:43 am
content: I just upgraded to v7.6 of Eagle and it looks like one of my gripes about Eagle has been resolved: pan and zoom now works using standard OS X gestures. Just in case someone out there is suffering along on a previous version...

author: technotronix
author_rank: Regular Contributor
timestamp: August 24, 2016, 10:09:33 am
content: I was facing the same problem before few month and then switch to Diptrace.
EagleCAD, looking for the right name for a clip connector - Page 1
Forum section: electronics / general

author: legacy
author_rank: Super Contributor
timestamp: July 10, 2016, 10:31:44 am
content: hi guyslocking clip connector like the above, what is the part called, and which library is it in?thanks in advance

author: vzoole
author_rank: Regular Contributor
timestamp: July 11, 2016, 07:07:07 am
content: It is FFC - Flat Flex Cable connector.Meybe here:http://www.cadsoftusa.com/downloads/file/wurth_fpc_connectorsflat_flexible_cable_rev16a.zip

author: legacy
author_rank: Super Contributor
timestamp: July 11, 2016, 09:04:05 am
content: thank you
Voltage regulator eagle component for TO-92 and TO-220 - Page 1
Forum section: electronics / general

author: milad1234
author_rank: Newbie
timestamp: August 03, 2016, 04:41:42 am
content: Hello all,I am trying to use following voltage regulators in my design but not sure what component to use.*TL750L05CLPR TO-92-3*TL750L05CLP TO-92-3*LM2930T-5.0/NOPB TO-220-3Right now I am using 78LXX from v-reg library which i am not sure would work with TO-92I would like to know which component to use for each one of regulators and if there is any way to make it work with more than one regulator? something like this:http://www.robotroom.com/PCB-Layout-Tips.htmlI appreciate any help.

author: LukeW
author_rank: Frequent Contributor
timestamp: August 03, 2016, 06:49:54 am
content: An LM2930 or LM2940 in TO-220 package is pinout-compatible with the familiar 78xx series in TO-220.The 78Lxx 100mA devices in TO-92 are "backwards" - output is the left-most and input is the right-most pin, as you look at the front of the device.But ground is still the middle pin - you can still use them on the TO-220 footprint, if the 100mA output is adequate.Splay the leads out a bit so that the TO-92 leads fit into the TO-220 holes, and flip the device around so that pin 1 and pin 3 are swapped.