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Comparing two pcb layout databases in Allegro pcb editor

HSID
HSID over 3 years ago

I am using Allegro PCB Editor 17.4, is there a way to compare two pcb databases to see differences.

If there is, what items does it look to compare.

Thanks

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  • RFinley
    0 RFinley over 3 years ago

    Allegro is designed to re-import 274x gerber to the board class for verification.

    There's a rapid adoption kit on Support.cadence.com.

    "Allegro PCB Editor Artwork to Etch Compare with Custom Subclass Layer."

    Or, do you have CAM350?

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  • Schulz Jordan
    0 Schulz Jordan over 3 years ago in reply to RFinley

    You can use the PCB design compare option within the PCB editor. It sorts the differences by net names

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  • Schulz Jordan
    0 Schulz Jordan over 3 years ago in reply to RFinley

    You can use the PCB design compare option within the PCB editor. It sorts the differences by net names

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  • HSID
    +1 HSID over 3 years ago in reply to Schulz Jordan

    I know I can compare netlists against pcb databases but can i compare a .brd file to another .brd file. Thanks

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  • SandeepVarrier
    0 SandeepVarrier over 3 years ago in reply to HSID

    Yes you can compare PCB's to PCB's you need to have productivity toolbox license , to know if the feature is enabled please type in tbx descompare in the allegro command window

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  • HSID
    +1 HSID over 3 years ago in reply to SandeepVarrier

    I do not believe we have that license. What does the pcb to pcb comparison check for and does it enable you to create a report of the differences. Thanks

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  • Micheal schenk
    0 Micheal schenk over 3 years ago in reply to HSID

    Yes, you can create detailed report with this toolbox feature

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