Testpoint Density (Spacing)

Reports each area that contains more than a specified number of testpoints.

Analysis Category

<Area>:tp_density

Measurement Shape

Measurement Value

Measurement Entity

Bounding box of a group of testpoints

Number of testpoints within the bounding box

None

Layers Displayed

Signal layer

Graphic

 

Purpose

Too many testpoint probes concentrated in a small area can cause pressure that could damage the board and crack solder joints.

Function

Reports each area that contains more than a specified number of testpoints.

ERF Parameters

 

ERF Variables

v_tp_density_box_size

v_tp_density_number

Limitations