This tab allows you to set the default properties for Board used when adding a Board outline to the design.
Shortcuts
Default Keys: Shift+D
Default Menu: Setup
Command: Design Settings
Locating this option
Available from:
Setup menu > Design Settings option > Defaults > Board page
Setup menu > Technology option > Design Settings > Defaults > Board page
Using the Board Defaults Tab
Line Style
When adding a Board outline to a PCB design, it requires a Line Style. Select the Line Style from the drop down list.
Bend Line Style
When adding a Bend Line to a PCB design, it requires a Line Style. Select the Line Style from the drop down list.
Bend Line Angle
When adding a Bend Line to a PCB design, the default Angle can be defined by typing in the angle.
Bend Line Radius
When adding a Bend Line to a PCB design, the default Radius can be defined by typing in the size required in the current Units.
Bend Line Neutral Axis
When adding a Bend Line to a PCB design, you can optionally define a Neutral Axis. The Neutral Axis is a plane within the surface of the shape, such that when the material is bent, the plane does not undergo any tension or compression, and so is the ‘true’ length of the bent shape. Set this value to 0.5 by default.
Note, a fuller description can be found in Bend Line Properties.
Related Topics
Insert Board | Technology Overview | Technology - Line Style | Properties | Shape Properties