Pads Layout

[dunklegend]

I've used Expedition but now I'm learning PADS and I want to verify a geometry to see if it has the correct dimensions, but I can't find how to measure in the PCB Decal editor.
There are some dimensioning options but I just need to measure the pitch and some other stuff.

Does somebody know of how to do this.

Thanks in advance!

[randychase]

I find the easiest way is to query the item.


You know what your 0,0 Datum is right? Such as the centroid of the part.

Using modeless command S (type S).. and then 1, it will take you to pin 1 and you will see the coordinates. It might help to make sure your grid is set fine enough, like to 1mil.

You can also then type modeless command Q to measure and then for example S2 to take you to pin 2 and you will see the distance from pins 1 to 2.

You also view the properties of objects on the screen. For example, select an outline segment, right mouse button it and view the properties. You will see the start and end points in XY formats.

[dunklegend]

Thanks Randy:
That does exactly what I wanted.
I did a search for the modeless commands and found some other good stuff.

[RLS2004]

Ctrl-PageDown will start the measurement at the current cursor location. Esc to exit. Make sure you have the grid set fine enough for an accurate measurement. (usually g .1 works for me).
RLS