Xpedition Translator
Quickly and accurately convert design data created in other ECAD
tools
into the Siemens Xpedition environment while preserving the integrity
of the original design data.
Supported EDA Tools
Reliably convert PCB data between major ECAD tools for efficient data
integration,
even across heterogeneous design environments.
| From ↓ / To → | Allegro | Xpedition | PADS | PADS Pro | BSXE | Zuken | DXF | Gerber |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Allegro | check | check | check | check | check | check | check | Beta |
| Xpedition | check | check | check | check | check | check | check | Beta |
| PADS | check | check | check | check | check | check | check | Beta |
| PADS Pro | check | check | check | check | check | check | check | Beta |
| BSXE | check | check | check | check | check | remove | check | Beta |
| Zuken | check | 26Q4 | 26Q4 | 26Q4 | remove | check | check | Beta |
| Altium | 26Q4 | 26Q4 | 26Q4 | 26Q4 | remove | 26Q4 | check | Beta |
| DXF | remove | remove | remove | remove | remove | remove | check | remove |
| Gerber | remove | remove | remove | remove | remove | remove | check | check |
| From ↓ / To → | OrCAD Capture | PADS Designer | Xpedition Designer |
|---|---|---|---|
| Allegro Design Entry HDL | Beta | Beta | 26Q4 |
| Altium Designer Schematic | Beta | Beta | 26Q4 |
| Board Station Design Architect | check | Beta | 26Q4 |
| EDIF Schematic | check | Beta | 26Q4 |
| OrCAD Capture | check | Beta | 26Q4 |
| PADS Designer | check | Beta | 26Q4 |
| PADS Logic | Beta | Beta | 26Q4 |
| Xpedition Designer | check | Beta | 26Q4 |
| Zuken Schematic | check | Beta | 26Q4 |
EDIF Conversion: Schematics are converted to EDIF files, which can be imported into OrCAD Capture or PADS Designer.
Version Check
Select Import and Export formats to instantly view supported version information.
Process
Xpedition Translator precisely converts library data used in existing ECAD systems into Siemens Xpedition's Library format. It keeps symbols, footprints, and component property information identical to the original design, allowing immediate use in the Xpedition environment after conversion.
Xpedition Translator seamlessly transfers component placement data from your existing design tool into the Xpedition environment. It preserves the exact location and orientation of each component, allowing you to continue the design process without manual re-placement, saving time and improving workflow efficiency.
Xpedition Translator automatically converts and applies design rules set in existing ECAD tools to the Siemens Xpedition Design Rule format. The design rules are satisfied immediately in the Xpedition environment after conversion, minimizing the need for separate rule re-setting and checking processes.
Xpedition Translator seamlessly transfers routing paths and copper fill data from existing ECAD designs to the Xpedition environment without loss. It maintains the electrical connectivity of the routing and the design characteristics of the copper area, eliminating the need for additional Routing & Fill modifications after conversion.
