OrCAD CIP is a powerful component data management environment that enhances and extends OrCAD CaptureCIS.
It provides an intuitive, integrated interface to directly add or maintain component information for a CIS database as well as integrated online distributor access that facilitates component research on downloadable component content for millions of orderable parts.
OrCAD CIP provides enhanced access to a centralized SQL database, along with intuitive component database management.
The database comes complete with a 5,000-part starter library and to eliminate the work associated with populating such a database from scratch.
Once implemented, the shared CIP database or the solution’s integrated, online part distributors can be searched for parts that meet the designs’ requirements.
The starter library includes a collection of commonly used components, such as resistors, capacitors, ICs, connectors, and more.
These components come with predefined schemas, which define the attributes, parameters, and relationships associated with each component.
The starter library and schema help users quickly begin their designs by providing a foundation of standard components and data structures to work with.
The BOM includes a comprehensive list of components used in the design, along with their corresponding attributes, specifications, and sources.
The BOM generated by OrCAD CIP ensures accuracy and consistency by automatically synchronizing with the design data and component information stored in the platform.
Additionally, the BOM includes sourceable information, such as supplier names, part numbers, and pricing, making it easier for procurement teams to source components for production.
The data includes a wide range of parameters and attributes that describe the electrical, mechanical, and environmental characteristics of each component.
Users can view and compare parametric data for different components to make informed decisions during the component selection process.
Additionally, OrCAD CIP allows users to define custom parametric data and attributes for components to meet specific design requirements.
Designers can add new components to the database directly from OrCAD's design environment, such as OrCAD Capture or OrCAD PCB Designer.
The platform guides users through the process of defining component attributes, uploading datasheets and simulation models, and verifying component information before adding it to the database.
This integrated approach streamlines the introduction of new parts, ensuring that they meet the required standards and specifications.
Administrators can define user roles and assign specific permissions to each role based on the user's responsibilities and requirements.
For example, administrators can restrict access to sensitive data or functions, such as modifying component information or downloading simulation models, to ensure data security and compliance with organizational policies.
These models are thoroughly validated to ensure accuracy and compatibility with OrCAD's simulation tools, such as PSpice.
Having access to pre-built and verified models saves designers time and effort by eliminating the need to create or verify models manually.
Additionally, it enhances the reliability and accuracy of simulations, allowing designers to make informed design decisions with confidence.
