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PCB Editor 16.2 Is it any txt file to manually edit to translate PADS .asc file to ALLEGRO .brd file?

Alexandra

I try to convert a PADS file (containing only footprints) to Allegro .brd file (to dump the footprints as Allegro libraries).

I am asked to assign an "option" .ini file.

I assign only a name, as I do not know what to assign.

The PADS .asc file is imported, a mapping is done by the software, I can do nothing, but in the .brd file I am missing a lot of information (like RefDes on assy and ss layers, or solder paste).

Not the same missing information if I import custom designed libs ot Mentor Graphic 2007 libs.

Is it any txt file to manually edit to translate PADS .asc file to ALLEGRO .brd file?

Thanks

  • redwire

     The PADS ini file is delivered with the tools and can be found in the Allegro\bin subdirectory.  IIRC you use the PADS_IN.INI file.

  • Cadpro2K

    Hi Alexandra,

     Send me the .asc file, and I'll send you an updated PADS_IN.ini file to import with. Easy.

    mailto: cadpro2k@yahoo.com

    Have it done in a quicky.

    Mitch

  • Ejlersen

    Hi, 

    With respect to PADS translation

    1. Always copy the installdir\tools\pcb\bin\pads_in.ini to the directory with the PADS file for translation

    2. Notice what version of PADS PCB you're trying to import

    3. OrCAD/Allegro PCB Editor 16.2 contains a newer and more updated translator, so use that as the preferred version for import. Remembering point 2, not all PADS ascii versions are supported in older versions of PCB Editor

    If you're importing a PCB with copper areas/shapes - use Shape, Change Shape type to change to dynamic shapes. I cannot remember if it is enough to drag a box around the PCB or if you have to select each shape manually. The manual method has the advantage that you will see what happens and can act accordingly. Also, it can be necessary to use Tools, Derive connectivity with convert lines to clines set.

    Best regards,

    Ole

  • rinj
    Tools: Allegro PCB Design L version 16.3  & PADS (Version unknown)
    Hi all, Can anybody explain how to import pads.asc file to allegro with same reference designator identification as on the PADS PCB? I have imported one ascii file; however the .brd file has "#REFDES" marking for all components in assembly top & bottom files.

    The footprints, routing, layers etc are imported properly.

    Please help me,

    Thanks,

    rinj
  • tracyjane

    Did you ever find an answer to this? I am having the same issue and I'm fairly sure it was exported correctly. 


    Thanks,


    Tracy 

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