All library components have a Global properties tab which is identical for all components. In addition, all components have an Additional info tab where a text can be entered into the Description field. The table below lists the keywords for the Global properties tab and the Description field.
Tab Global properties property |
Keyword |
Allowed values / description |
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Part number |
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Mandatory property. |
Category |
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Mandatory property. Example: Special or electrical components. |
Family |
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Number |
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Type |
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Company |
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Part status |
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Creator |
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Version |
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Use in bill of materials |
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Cost / item (unit) |
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Weight / item (unit) |
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Lead time (days / weeks) |
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Temperature range |
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Product color |
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Quantity/packaging |
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Created |
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Use date format of the operating system. |
Last change |
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Use date format of the operating system. |
Tab Additional info property |
Keyword |
Allowed value / description |
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Description |
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Units can be specified within some properties in the source file. They are optional. If units are not specified, the properties will have default units. The table below lists the properties and available units:
Property |
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See also