Monitor thermal performance with EDA integration in Simcenter Flotherm XT

This ebook will guide you through the benefits of using Simcenter Flotherm XT's powerful Electronic Design Automation (EDA) bridge for thermal analysis of electronic devices. Learn how to seamlessly integrate PCB design data into your thermal simulation software, achieving accurate analysis and saving valuable time.

What are the benefits?

• Simplified PCB data import: Quickly and easily import detailed PCB data into Simcenter Flotherm XT. This eliminates the need for manual data entry, saving you time and reducing the risk of errors.
• Predefined Properties for Materials and ICs: Take advantage of predefined thermal properties of materials and ICs imported from data. This eliminates the need to manually assign properties, further simplifying your workflow.
• Ready thermal model: The imported board model is automatically prepared for thermal analysis, allowing you to start simulations immediately.
• Configurable modeling levels: Select the appropriate modeling level to balance simulation speed and accuracy based on the detail available from your EDA design flow. This flexibility ensures you get the information you need without unnecessary processing time.
• Effortless model updates: The powerful "Edit EDA Data" feature allows you to seamlessly import new EDA files while maintaining existing component powers and model types. This ensures that your thermal model remains in sync with your evolving PCB design.
• Flexible model modification: Use the undo/redo feature for greater control when editing your template. In addition, you can save work in progress without losing any changes made to an imported EDA file, providing peace of mind during the analysis process.
• Improved card definition: A dedicated board outline editor allows you to precisely define the geometry of your PCB.
• Multi-state power modeling: the Power Mode Editor allows you to efficiently switch between various power states associated with different use cases of your product. This facilitates a more complete understanding of thermal behavior under different operating conditions.

Simcenter Flotherm XT is part of Xcelerator, a comprehensive and integrated portfolio of software and services from Siemens Digital Industries Software. Simcenter Flotherm XT's EDA bridge integrates seamlessly with your EDA design software, allowing you to seamlessly transfer PCB data into your thermal simulation environment. This eliminates the need to manually recreate PCB data, reducing the risk of errors and saving valuable time.