Schematic Hierarchical Blocks for Pain-free PCB Design Re-use

Why is schematic block hierarchy useful?

Schematic hierarchical blocks can reduce the workload when using identical block circuitry. Instead of creating identical circuits multiple times, you only need to create one, save it, and apply it to your schematic designs.

Creating a hierarchical structure encourages design reuse, by saving your hierarchical block you can apply this to current and future designs. This can save you plenty of time and ensure design integrity and validity.

Additionally, a multi-instanced block hierarchy is fantastic for teams working as PCB designers. Ensure that your designers are all working with the same circuitry so there are no problems when approaching prototyping.

Adopting these techniques in eCADSTAR can decrease your schematic layout workload, and reduce complexity when working as a team.

In this video, learn how multi-instanced block hierarchy works, and how to make Engineering Change Orders (ECOs) easy.

Key benefits of schematic hierarchical blocks:

• Massive time saver
• Reliable design re-use
• Design Integrity