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In the competitive landscape of electronics design, efficiency and reliability are paramount. The Synthelyzer™ ECAD Plugin is a powerful tool that automates electrical stress analysis, MTBF prediction, and component derating during board design. By seamlessly integrating with leading ECAD software like Altium, OrCAD, and Siemens EDA, Synthelyzer™ empowers engineers to optimize their designs. It evaluates component performance, utilizing real-time data to enhance reliability through detailed analyses of electrical stress and component footprints. With features like automated calculations that incorporate thermal simulation data and the ability to generate accurate Mean Time Between Failures (MTBF) reports, Synthelyzer™ provides actionable insights that streamline the design process and reduce costs. Here are five key ways Synthelyzer™ can help you cut costs in your PCB design projects.
1. Optimized Component Selection for Cost Savings
The Synthelyzer™ ECAD Plugin provides in-depth analyses of electrical stress and component derating, empowering engineers to make informed decisions during the component selection process. By ensuring that chosen components meet optimal specifications without overspending, Synthelyzer™ minimizes the risk of using unnecessary or overpriced parts, resulting in direct cost savings. Early component analysis aligns with the Shift Left methodology, allowing issues to be addressed before they escalate.
2. Identify and Replace Over-Designed Components
Selecting over-engineered components can lead to inflated costs. The Synthelyzer™ ECAD Plugin effectively identifies these over-designed components, providing insights for substituting them with more cost-effective alternatives. This proactive approach not only reduces component costs but also maintains the integrity and reliability of the final product. By adopting Shift Left principles, engineers can catch potential design flaws early, ensuring a more streamlined development process.
3. Reduce Prototyping Costs with Proactive Analysis
Prototyping is one of the most expensive phases in PCB design due to material and labor costs. A notable case study with a leading electronics manufacturer illustrates the effectiveness of Synthelyzer™ in this area. The manufacturer faced challenges ensuring reliability in their multi-board systems amid rising customer demands for longer product lifespans.
By adopting the Synthelyzer™ ECAD Plugin for detailed single-board assessments alongside fiXtress® for system-level analysis, the team generated a comprehensive Bill of Materials (BOM) that included operational stresses. This proactive approach, in line with the Shift Left methodology, allowed for thorough derating analyses, identifying overstressed components and implementing design modifications before production. Consequently, this significantly reduced the need for multiple prototypes, leading to substantial cost savings.
4. Improve Design Efficiency for Faster Time-to-Market
Time efficiency directly translates into cost savings. The Synthelyzer™ ECAD Plugin automates essential processes such as component derating and Failure Mode and Effects Analysis (FMEA), accelerating the design cycle. The integration of Synthelyzer™ and fiXtress® streamlined the design process for the aforementioned manufacturer, achieving a 15% reduction in time-to-market. This efficiency aligns with the Shift Left approach, allowing engineers to identify and resolve issues early, which enhances project outcomes.
5. Enhance Reliability to Minimize Warranty Claims
Investing in reliability is key to reducing long-term costs. The case study also highlighted that the combined use of Synthelyzer™ and fiXtress® led to a 40% increase in predicted Mean Time Between Failures (MTBF), raising it from 35,000 hours to 50,000 hours. This proactive identification of potential failure points, facilitated by early analysis in line with the Shift Left methodology, resulted in a 30% reduction in field failures within six months. By minimizing warranty claims, the manufacturer achieved annual savings of over $1 million, demonstrating how early analyses safeguard both quality and costs.
Conclusion: Unlock Cost Savings with Synthelyzer™ ECAD Plugin
In an increasingly competitive landscape, the Synthelyzer™ ECAD Plugin provides a strategic advantage for PCB designers. By optimizing component selection, improving design efficiency, and enhancing reliability, Synthelyzer™ enables significant cost reductions without compromising quality. The case study serves as a testament to the transformative impact of advanced software solutions on MTBF prediction and product reliability, particularly when adopting the Shift Left methodology.
For engineers looking to elevate their design workflow and achieve substantial savings, the Synthelyzer™ ECAD Plugin is an essential tool. Explore how Synthelyzer™ can transform your PCB design process and drive efficiency in your projects.