Parent page: FootprintWizard Commands
The following pre-packaged resource, derived from this base command, is available:
Applied Parameters: None
This command launches the IPC Compliant Footprints Batch Generator dialog, that can be used to generate multiple footprints at multiple density levels. The generator reads the dimensional data of electronic components from an Excel spreadsheet or comma delimited file and then applies the IPC equations to build PCB footprints that are truly compliant with Revision B of the IPC standard 7351 - Generic Requirements for Surface Mount Design and Land Pattern Standard.
This command is accessed from the PCB Library Editor by choosing the Tools » IPC Compliant Footprints Batch Generator command, from the main menus.
After launching the command, the IPC Compliant Footprints Batch Generator dialog appears. Use the dialog to add the footprint package files that you need to process, and set generation options as required. The process is summarized as follows:
After defining the list of files to be processed and all other options as required, click Start. Processing will proceed, with progress reflected in the dialog. You can cancel at any time by clicking Stop, or Close. Once the generation of all footrpints has finished, click Close to leave the dialog, and enjoy the fruits of the generator's labor.
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