Complete PCB Design Using OrCad Capture and Layout

by Kraig Mitzner

This book provides instruction on how to use the OrCAD design suite to design and manufacture printed circuit boards. The book is written for both students and practicing engineers who need a quick tutorial on how to use the software and who need in-depth knowledge of the capabilities and limitations of the software package.

There are two goals the book aims to
The primary goal is to show the reader how to design a PCB using OrCAD Capture and OrCAD Layout. Capture is used to build the schematic diagram of the circuit, and Layout is used to design the circuit board so that it can be manufactured.
The secondary goal is to show the reader how to add PSpice simulation capabilities to the design, and how to develop custom schematic parts, footprints and PSpice models. Often times separate designs are produced for documentation, simulation and board fabrication. This book shows how to perform all three functions from the same schematic design. This approach saves time and money and ensures continuity between the design and the manufactured product.

· Information is presented in the exact order a circuit and PCB are designed
· Straightforward, realistic examples present the how and why the designs work, providing a comprehensive toolset for understanding the OrCAD software
· Introduction to the IPC, JEDEC, and IEEE standards relating to PCB design
· Full-color interior and extensive illustrations allow readers to learn features of the product in the most realistic manner possible
· Access to companion website containing the OrCAD demo version and design files

528 pages, Paperback

First published April 24, 2007

Reviews

[Nick · Rating 4 out of 5]

This book is useful for beginners, even for those who don't use OrCAD tools. The first portion of the book is a general software-agnostic overview of PCB technology, even though the OrCAD tools are mentioned in the title.

[Carter · Rating 3 out of 5]

This is a pretty old book on PCB design I picked up from the library. The tool used is a bit too old, but i was just curious if the contents differed from more modern books.

[Muhamamd Daneshgar · Rating 5 out of 5]

I owe immense gratitude to Mr Mitzner. Before reading this book PCB was bane of my life.
I enthusiastically coded digital systems in VHDL and I keenly simulated analog circuits using PSpice and HSPICE but I always procrastinated PCBs.
Thanks now I enjoy all aspects of my job.
God bless Mr Mitzener.