Component Library Manager
Centralized system for creating and managing component libraries with models, parameters, and supply chain data.
Centralized system for creating and managing component libraries with models, parameters, and supply chain data.
Component Library Manager is a tool for centralized management of electronic components, their models, and organization of component libraries.
This module provides the ability to view all available libraries in the system, install new or remove unnecessary libraries, and manage paths to library file locations. It also allows organizing library structure according to project needs and controlling library versions to ensure component compatibility across different projects.
Component Library Editor is an editor for creating and modifying the components themselves. It allows creating new components from scratch, editing parameters of existing components, drawing schematic symbols and creating corresponding footprints for printed circuit boards, as well as configuring all necessary component parameters and properties.
Component Library Manager manages the "containers" (libraries), while Component Library Editor works with the "content" of these containers (the components themselves).
| Term | Definition |
|---|---|
| 3D Model | Three-dimensional representation of a component used for visualizing the PCB assembly and checking mechanical clearances |
| Alternate Part | Secondary component that can substitute the primary one with equivalent electrical characteristics but potentially different parameters |
| Attribute | Additional information associated with a component such as value, tolerance, voltage rating, or manufacturer |
| BOM Entry | Record in the Bill of Materials that describes a component with all its manufacturing and procurement information |
| Component Data | All information related to a component, including electrical parameters, mechanical dimensions, pricing, and availability |
| Component Template | Predefined structure for creating new components, ensuring consistency across library items |
| Datasheet | Technical document from a manufacturer that specifies component characteristics, ratings, and usage guidelines |
| Device | Combination of symbol and footprint that represents a specific component for use in design projects |
| Family | Group of related components that share similar characteristics or functions but may have different values or ratings |
| Footprint | Pattern of pads, silkscreen markings, and other elements that define a component's physical connection to the PCB |
| IPC Compliant | Components designed according to IPC standards (like IPC-7351) for manufacturing and reliability best practices |
| Library | Organized collection of component definitions including symbols, footprints, and models used in electronic design |
| Library Migration | Process of transferring component libraries between different software versions or platforms while maintaining data integrity |
| Manufacturer Part | Specific component identifier assigned by the original manufacturer, often linking to supply chain information |
| Model | Digital representation of a component's behavior or appearance, including electrical, thermal, or mechanical aspects |
| Package | Physical form of an electronic component that encapsulates the semiconductor or circuit element |
| Padstack | Definition of how a single pad or via is constructed across multiple PCB layers |
| Parameters | Electrical and physical specifications of a component, such as resistance value, capacitance, current rating, or dimensions |
| Part Number | Unique identifier for a specific component, used for procurement and inventory management |
| Pin | Connection point on a component symbol that represents an electrical input, output, or power connection |
| Pinout | Diagram or documentation showing the function of each pin on a component |
| Reference Designator | Unique identifier assigned to each component on a schematic and PCB (e.g., R1, C4, U2) |
| Revision Control | System for tracking and managing changes to library components, ensuring design consistency |
| Schematic Symbol | Graphical representation of an electronic component used in circuit diagrams, showing electrical connections and function |
| Simulation Model | Mathematical representation of a component's electrical behavior used in circuit simulation software like SPICE |
| STEP Model | Standard 3D model format (ISO 10303) used for mechanical CAD integration and visualization |
| Supply Chain Data | Information about component availability, pricing, lead times, and approved suppliers |
| Symbol | Standardized graphical representation of a component used in schematic diagrams |
| Unified Component | Integrated component definition that combines symbol, footprint, and associated data in a single library entity |
| Vault | Centralized, secure storage system for managing and controlling access to component libraries in team environments |