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OrCAD X Constraint Management Guide Part 2

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Impact: By applying these robust sets of rules to your design, you will make your manufacturing DFM CAM engineers happy by designing with DFM spacing instead of it being an afterthought post layout. Proper spacing reduces the chances of unintended shorts from copper slivers on the PCB. Annular Ring: Minimum Width of Copper Surrounding a Hole Purpose: Defines the minimum width of copper surrounding a drilled hole to ensure proper electrical connection and mechanical strength. Cross-sectional diagram of a via showing the annular ring measurement Diagram showing annular ring (pad hole edge to pad edge). 26 www.cadence.com OrCAD X Constraint Management Guide

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