PCB CAD Libraries

Samtec PCB libraries and footprints save designers hours of tedious, yet critical effort. In many applications, Samtec generated libraries allow true cut and paste application of package outline, text, and recommended solder pad data. At a minimum, they provide the designer with a significant head start in library generation by providing critical component information in an easily customizable format.

Samtec's full connector PCB libraries feature a complete part file incorporating footprint, schematic symbol, attributes, pin mapping/swapping, gate mapping/swapping, and alpha numeric pin names in a PADs format.

To review all of the PCB CAD libraries available in a PADS format for a specific Samtec product series that is released for sale, select the series name from the list below.

PCB Footprints

For optimal mechanical and electrical performance, connector pad designs often deviate from standard IPC designs. Typically, these critical dimensions are communicated to the PCB designer through traditional print drawings and data sheets. The designer must physically transfer this critical information from the data sheet into the footprint he is creating. The slightest error in this process can lead to major headaches when boards are fabbed and components are placed. With Samtec library parts, this critical translation is already completed, with the resulting footprint files checked against a known-good connector print.

Samtec has joined forces with PCB Libraries, Inc., a CAD library management solutions provider, and now offers IPC-compliant PCB footprints in 5 file types:

To review all of the IPC-compliant PCB footprints and true Allegro library files available for a specific Samtec product series that is released for sale on a part-by-part basis, select the series name from the list below:

The entire library of Samtec product IPC-compliant PCB footprints in all major CAD formats will be available for download by anyone who registers at PCB Libraries, Inc..

Our PADS library is not fully complete. If you do not see the product or software that you are looking for listed above, please contact our PADS Group with your request.

If you have access to PADS and need to convert a decal for use into an OrCAD® layout, please click here to learn how.

Click here for more information on importing AutoCad .DXF files to OrCAD® .

Click here for more information on how to convert an OrCAD® MAX file to an OrCAD® Library file.

Click here for more information on importing PADS "P" and "D" files into a PADS Library.

Click here for more information on importing .lia files into PCAD.

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