Orcad 16.6 Tutorial Work 〈TRENDING | 2025〉
Open Capture and select File > New > Project . Choose the PC Board Wizard to ensure the project is configured for PCB layout later.
Draw a perimeter around the board; the software automatically floods copper while maintaining clearances around non-GND traces. Silkscreen and Artwork Configuration Click > Silence or Artwork .
Routing is the process of replacing the logic lines ("rat's nests") with actual copper traces. Setting Up Design Rules (Constraints)
Check and Check physical rules , then hit OK .
A DRC ensures that your schematic contains no disconnected pins, duplicate designators, or floating nets. Select your design folder root directory in the panel. Go to .
Double-click a component text string to quickly change its value (e.g., change 1k to 4.7k ).
Before moving to layout, every schematic part must have a corresponding PCB footprint.
Check and ensure Check duplicate/invalid RefDes is enabled.
, download the ECAD model, and automatically import it into OrCAD. 3D Footprint Viewer
Set up design rules: (Setup > Constraints). Set min trace width and clearance. Use Route > Connect (shortcut: 'F3') to draw traces. Top Layer: Often used for signals ( Etch > TOP ). Bottom Layer: Often used for ground plane ( Etch > BOTTOM ). Use Vias to change layers during routing. 7. Design Rules Check (DRC) and Manufacturing Files
Before transferring your schematic lines into physical board shapes, you must bridge the gap between logical symbols and physical packages. Assigning PCB Footprints
Open Capture and select File > New > Project . Choose the PC Board Wizard to ensure the project is configured for PCB layout later.
Draw a perimeter around the board; the software automatically floods copper while maintaining clearances around non-GND traces. Silkscreen and Artwork Configuration Click > Silence or Artwork .
Routing is the process of replacing the logic lines ("rat's nests") with actual copper traces. Setting Up Design Rules (Constraints)
Check and Check physical rules , then hit OK .
A DRC ensures that your schematic contains no disconnected pins, duplicate designators, or floating nets. Select your design folder root directory in the panel. Go to .
Double-click a component text string to quickly change its value (e.g., change 1k to 4.7k ).
Before moving to layout, every schematic part must have a corresponding PCB footprint.
Check and ensure Check duplicate/invalid RefDes is enabled.
, download the ECAD model, and automatically import it into OrCAD. 3D Footprint Viewer
Set up design rules: (Setup > Constraints). Set min trace width and clearance. Use Route > Connect (shortcut: 'F3') to draw traces. Top Layer: Often used for signals ( Etch > TOP ). Bottom Layer: Often used for ground plane ( Etch > BOTTOM ). Use Vias to change layers during routing. 7. Design Rules Check (DRC) and Manufacturing Files
Before transferring your schematic lines into physical board shapes, you must bridge the gap between logical symbols and physical packages. Assigning PCB Footprints
