Features in Pads 2007

pads2007 cad

Hi All,

We use Pads Layout 2004 spac 2,Now we are in verge of upgrading the existing one to Pads Layout 2007.

Now,we need to know from our folks out here, who have worked all the way from Pads Layout 2004 spac2 to released PADS Layout 2007, the difference from former to latter,is it worth for the penny?

I would appreciate if someone could shed light on both the Versions.

Regards

Ramesh

partial via pads2007

it is better to analyse few things like

1) if pads 2004 is servind ur purpose than what is the use of upgrading and paying more.
2) if you are facing any issues and they are fixed in new versions than u can go for that.
3) if u require some functionality which is not present in the lower versions than check it out.



pads 2007 enhanshment

PADS2007- This newest release offers layout designers and engineers the ability to implement RF and microwave circuitry using highly automated functionality, perform design for fabrication (DFF) checking early in the design process, and optimize performance with advanced high-speed analysis/verification functionality, thus significantly improving their productivity and design quality.

Additional enhancements in this release include:

High-speed routing improvements: controls for matched length nets and differential routing improvements.
Square and chamfered corners, DXF-in import, and via matrixing enhancements for RF design.
Blind/buried via drill table improvements: designs with partial vias (blind or buried) are automatically updated with the layer pairs and drill count of the partial vias in the design.
Alpha-numeric pin improvements: simplifies creation of large BGA-based parts.
ECO enhancements: includes comparison of design rules between the schematic and layout databases.
Design for fabrication (DFF) analysis: powerful fabrication checks, such as acid trap, starved thermals, solder mask slivers are checked in the CAD environment and database, allowing the designer to identify and correct manufacturing problems in PADS Layout, before Gerber generation.
Pin number visibility: the user has the ability to turn on/off the visibility of the component pin numbers, either numeric or alpha-numeric, improving designer productivity during routing.
SI analysis: integration of DxDesigner™ and the HyperLynx® LineSim® tool through a new interface allows fast transfer of a circuit for analysis and back annotation of termination resistor values.
Analog simulation: provides a board level simulation analysis and verification through a common schematic editor for both simulation and PCB design entry


you can visit the link below ...
https://www.mentor.com/products/pcb/pads/news/pads2007.cfm