How to Add Circuit Elements in SIwave
Introduction
This guide explains how to add circuit elements such as capacitors, inductors, or resistors in SIwave. This process is crucial for individuals looking to optimize their power plane circuits.
Steps to Add Circuit Elements
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Select the Component:
- Choose from the available options: capacitor, inductor, or resistor.
- For example, to add a capacitor, click on the capacitor option.
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Place the Component:
- You can place the component anywhere on the board.
- For testing, select to add it between two pads.
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Connect the Component:
- SIwave will automatically identify the two ends of your component and the underlying nets.
- You can choose to connect it from one surface to another or select one end to be the ground.
- If you select the ground, SIwave will create a cut on the net to prevent shorting and connect it to the ground.
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Finalize the Component:
- Click "OK" to confirm the component placement.
- You can modify the component name and part number. The part number is a general identifier.
- Predefined models are available, or you can keep it general and enter the numbers manually.
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Verify the Component:
- To check if the component was added correctly, navigate to "Capacitors" under "Local".
- The component will be listed there, for example, as "underscore_1".
Conclusion
By following these steps, you can efficiently add and configure circuit elements in SIwave. This process ensures that your power plane circuits are optimized for performance.
"2mins SIwave: Adding Circuit Elements R, L, or C" To add circuit elements to a SI wave, consider elements like a capacitor, inductor, or resistor. This is crucial for those optimizing power plane circuits. In SI wave, you have three options: capacitor, inductor, or resistor.
If you click on "capacitor," a capacitor will be added. Place it anywhere you want. For instance, add it between these two pads for testing. Immediately, SI wave will display the two ends of the component, knowing exactly which nets are underneath.
Choose to connect it on two sides, from this surface to that surface, or select the other one to be the ground. If the other end is grounded, SI wave will create a cut on the net, preventing shorting, and connect it to the ground. This all happens in the background.
Once done, name the component and modify the part number, which is a general part number. You can also select a predefined model from your board. If you keep it general, enter all necessary numbers. Click OK to confirm.
To verify the component's placement, go to "capacitors" under "local" and find it listed.
