Power net portal is a special schematic object used to define a power or ground net. Power ports allow you to conveniently indicate a power net at any location in the design. Power nets of the same designator automatically connect throughout your design #portal #power
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Looking at your schematic, both SW7 and SW8 are TE Connectivity ALCOSWITCH Switches. However, without detailed specifications, it's challenging to suggest a perfect match alternative. Generally, the characteristics you would want to match would be the type of switch (e.g., toggle, pushbutton, rocker, slide, etc.), number of poles and throws, power rating, off/on states, mounting style (e.g., through-hole, surface mount, panel mount), and physical dimensions.
A possible alternative within the same manufacturer could be the TE Connectivity's ALCOSWITCH series TL1100 tactile switches. These are simple SPST switches and come in different operating force options. The part number would look something like this: `TL1100E1ZQ'.
However, make sure to verify that it matches your specific requirements for mounting, size, and electrical characteristics. Please adjust your search according to the specifics of your project.
Several manufacturers produce slide switches that are SMD (Surface Mount Device) with 2 poles. Here are a few examples, but please verify their compatibility with the rest of your project before making a selection.
C&K JS202011SCQN: This is an SPDT slide switch that is surface mount compatible. It has a compact design and high-reliability performance that is well-suited for high-density applications.
NKK Switches G3B15AH-RB600-A: This is a DPDT ultra-miniature slide switch. This switch also has an anti-jamming feature to prevent damage from over-travel.
TE Connectivity ALCOSWITCH MSS22D18: This Gull Wing type SMD slide switch is DPDT (Double Pole Double Throw) which could be used as a dual SPST (Single Pole Single Throw).
Remember to cross-verify these part numbers with the manufacturer's datasheet to confirm specifications like physical dimensions, current rating, voltage rating, and mechanical lifespan.
Also, note that availability depends on the supplier and region.
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Hi! Just letting you know Flux recently made a change to how module ground nets work that may affect this project.
Previously, if a module had an internal ground terminal, that terminal would be implicitly connected to the host project's ground fill. This is no longer the case, and you will need to explicitly connect any module grounds to the host project's ground net (assuming you want them connected).
This project may be affected since it uses modules with a ground net in the affected time period. However, it won't necessarily be impacted, for example if your ground is already explicitly connected. This is just a heads up so you can double-check your project.
It sounds like you want to add mounting holes to your PCB. Here are the steps you need to follow using Flux:
Click on the "Footprint" node in the left-side panel under "Objects". If you don't have a "Footprint" object, click on the three dots of the "Root" object and add a Footprint.
Click on the three-dots menu of the "Footprint" object and "Add" a "Pad."
In the pad rules section, set "Pad Type" as "HOLE". This creates a drill hole with no copper.
Specify the diameter of the hole by setting the "Diameter" rule.
For the position, add a "Position" rule and enter the coordinates where you want to place the hole.
Repeat this process for each hole you need. Note that you should set the designator of these pads to match the corresponding spacers on your mechanical design, this will help ensure correct alignment of the holes.
Please ensure that your holes are not too close to any components, traces, or the edge of the PCB to avoid any manufacturing issues[1].
Removing the solder mask from vias of a PCB is referred to as "Tenting". In some EDA tools, you have the option to specify this when you're creating the via, or to modify it afterward in the properties of a via.
However, based on the information provided, we don't have specific details about Flux's support for this feature. You could consult the Flux application documentation or their support channel for more assistance on how to remove mask from a via in Flux.
@copilot i have SMD U1 that has solder able pad underneath, to solder that i need to create holes under that pad, can you help me with that? I am thinking like 5 holes should be good enought
Yes, you can create holes under the pad of the SMD for better soldering. To accomplish this you will need to add "Pads" (through-hole) directly beneath the SMD component footprints in your layout.
Here's a general approach using the Flux PCB editor:
Select the "PCB Layout" mode in Flux.
Go to "footprint" mode.
You should see the pads corresponding to the SMD footprint.
To add additional pads (which will be your "holes"), follow these steps:
Click on the "Footprint" node in the left-side panel under "Objects".
Click on the three-dots menu of the "Footprint" object and "Add" a "Pad."
Repeat this process 5 times to create 5 holes.
Make sure to position the pads directly beneath the solderable pad of the SMD component. Each pad you added will appear as a hole on your final PCB after manufacturing.
Please note that the hole size, shape, and type of pad hole (PTH, NPTH) should be set according to your specific requirements for soldering.
Also, remember to connect these pads to the appropriate nets, if needed.
This is a common approach, however, the Flux interface might look or behave slightly differently. Therefore, you should refer to Flux's official documentation or their support channel to get the precise method for their specific software interface[1].
You can configure the board stack-up in Flux to delete mid-layers 1 and 2 by following these steps:
Go to the "layout" object in the "Objects" tab on the left panel of the PCB editor.
Select the "layout" object. In the right panel, you will be able to add an "Object Specific rule" called "Stackup".
From the Stackup list, select the stack-up configuration that best suits your needs - for instance, if you're looking to switch to a 2-layer design, select the "2 Layers" option. This will effectively remove the mid-layers.
Note that removing layers, especially if your design already utilizes these layers, can affect connectivity and circuit performance, so make sure every part and their connections are moved to remaining layers or otherwise accounted for.
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Checks that the power traveling across a given resistor is under its rating with 50% headroom.
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