Centralized PCB Component Library Management
Altium Designer offers a comprehensive solution for managing your PCB components with centralized access to up-to-date supply chain data. This allows you to access millions of ready-to-use parts in a secure library environment. By centralizing your PCB component library, you ensure that everyone involved in a board design has access to the same set of validated components, maintaining consistency and integrity throughout the design process.
Up-to-date Supply Chain Data
Altium 365 integrates data from top distributors like Octopart, IHS Markit, SiliconExpert, and Z2Data, bringing information on over a billion parts directly into your ECAD software. This includes price and availability data, manufacturer lifecycles, production risk alerts, and alternative part choices. By leveraging this data, you can make informed design decisions, mitigate risks, and ensure that your products can be manufactured as originally intended.
Managed PCB Components and Manufacturer Part Search (MPS) Panel
With Altium Designer, you can efficiently manage PCB components using component templates to standardize creation and populate parameters. Defined lifecycles help clarify component usability, while the 'where-used' functionality allows you to understand a component's usage across different projects. Additionally, the Manufacturer Part Search Panel enables electronic designers to choose the most suitable components for their devices by providing a convenient search engine with granular filtering options.
PCB Component Library Health Dashboard
Altium Designer simplifies PCB component management by offering a Health Dashboard that allows you to quickly identify and resolve component issues, track usage patterns, and manage obsolescence effectively. This intuitive tool ensures that your designs remain robust and up-to-date, streamlining the design process for maximum efficiency.
Testimonials from Satisfied Users
Altium Designer has garnered praise from industry professionals and leaders like Jacob Cook, Dario Pennisi, and Madhu Annapragada. From faster board routing to centralized library storage, users have highlighted the transformative impact of Altium Designer in their design workflows. With features like real-time part information, sharing capabilities, and easy library access, Altium Designer has truly revolutionized PCB component library management.