PCB Cutout for Battery Installation

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Below is how you can create a cutout (or a rectangular mechanical hole) in your PCB layout:
  1. Switch to PCB mode: Click the PCB tab so you can work on the board layout.
  2. Edit the board outline: In PCB mode, locate and select the board outline object. Flux allows you to edit the board outline to define cutouts.
  3. Add a cutout shape: Using the board outline editing tools, add a new shape (for a rectangular cutout) where you want the battery to fit. Draw and position the rectangle within the board outline.
  4. Set dimensions: Specify the dimensions of the rectangle to match the battery size. Adjust its position to ensure it will be free of interference with other traces and components.
  5. Review & Save: Verify that your new cutout does not compromise the mechanical integrity of your board. Save your changes.
For additional details, check the Flux Documentation or ask in the Flux User Community.
Feel free to ask if you need further assistance with the process!
anmolkingk

anmolkingk

I want to create a cutout for the battery. Which tools should I use in PCB mode to draw and fine-tune the cutout shape?

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In PCB mode, you can create and fine‐tune the battery cutout using the following tools:
  1. Board Outline (Edge Cuts) Editing Tool:
    Use this tool to select and modify your board outline. You can add an extra shape to subtract from the current outline.
  2. Shape Drawing Tools (Rectangle/Polygon):
    Use the rectangle or polygon tool to draw the cutout shape on the board outline (typically on the Edge Cuts or Mechanical layer). This lets you define the exact geometry of your battery cutout.
  3. Selection and Dimensioning Tools:
    Once the shape is drawn, use the selection tool to move or resize it. The properties inspector (or dimensioning tool) allows you to fine-tune the exact dimensions and position.
These combined tools let you precisely position and size the cutout to fit your battery. Would you like step-by-step instructions on how to perform these actions in Flux?
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