https://github.com/mazen-daghari/pcb-thermal-analysis
PCB thermal analysis based on Altuim Designer
https://github.com/mazen-daghari/pcb-thermal-analysis
ansys heat-transfer pcb-design pcb-layout
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PCB thermal analysis based on Altuim Designer
- Host: GitHub
- URL: https://github.com/mazen-daghari/pcb-thermal-analysis
- Owner: mazen-daghari
- License: mit
- Created: 2024-11-23T21:05:12.000Z (5 months ago)
- Default Branch: main
- Last Pushed: 2024-11-23T21:07:47.000Z (5 months ago)
- Last Synced: 2025-02-12T17:57:57.317Z (2 months ago)
- Topics: ansys, heat-transfer, pcb-design, pcb-layout
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- Size: 259 KB
- Stars: 1
- Watchers: 1
- Forks: 0
- Open Issues: 0
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Metadata Files:
- Readme: README.md
- License: LICENSE
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README
# PCB-thermal-analysis
PCB thermal analysis based on Altuim Designer
This tutorial will cover the steps to export your PCB design from Altium Designer, import it into Ansys for thermal analysis, and interpret the results.
Step-by-Step Tutorial
1. Design Your PCB in Altium Designer
Create Your PCB Layout: Start by designing your PCB layout in Altium Designer. Place all components, route the traces, and ensure your design is complete.
Check for Errors: Use Altium Designer's design rule checks (DRC) to ensure there are no errors in your design.
2. Export Your PCB Design from Altium Designer
Install the EDB Exporter Extension: If you haven't already, install the EDB Exporter extension in Altium Designer. This extension allows you to export your PCB design in a format that Ansys can read.
Export the Design: Go to File > Export > EDB Exporter. Follow the prompts to export your design. Save the exported file in a location that you can easily access.
3. Import the PCB Design into Ansys
Open Ansys Electronics Desktop: Launch Ansys Electronics Desktop on your computer.
Create a New Project: Start a new project and select the appropriate analysis type (e.g., thermal analysis).
Import the EDB File: Go to File > Import > EDB. Select the file you exported from Altium Designer and import it into Ansys.
4. Set Up the Thermal Analysis in Ansys
Define Material Properties: Assign the appropriate material properties to your PCB and components. This includes thermal conductivity, specific heat, and density.
Apply Boundary Conditions: Set up the boundary conditions for your thermal analysis. This includes defining heat sources (e.g., power dissipation of components) and cooling mechanisms (e.g., convection, conduction).
Mesh the Geometry: Create a mesh for your PCB design. Ensure the mesh is fine enough to capture the thermal gradients accurately.
5. Run the Thermal Analysis
Solve the Model: Run the thermal analysis solver in Ansys. This will compute the temperature distribution across your PCB.
Review the Results: Once the analysis is complete, review the results. Look for hot spots and areas where the temperature exceeds the acceptable limits.
6. Optimize the Design
Make Necessary Changes: Based on the thermal analysis results, make any necessary changes to your PCB design in Altium Designer. This could include adding thermal vias, changing the layout, or improving cooling mechanisms.
Re-run the Analysis: Export the updated design and re-run the thermal analysis in Ansys to ensure the changes have resolved the thermal issues.