How to replace a 3D Package with another and update it in the design in EAGLE

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Oct 8, 2023


Products and versions covered


Issue:

How to replace a 3D Package with another in the managed PCB library and update it in the design in EAGLE?
When tried to switch the 3D Package and footprint in the design in the 2D board layout file directly, the component needed to be deleted and replaced.

Solution:

Use the following solution:
  1. Open the managed PCB library in EAGLE.
  2. Open the device that includes the Package that will be replaced.
  3. In the list of Packages right click on the Package that needs to be changed.
  4. Choose the option called Replace Package.
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  5. Select a different one from the list of available packages.
  6. Click OK.
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  7. Save the PCB library.
  8. Create a new version of this managed library.
  9. Open the 2D layout file.
  10. Go to Library and then choose Update all.
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Products:

EAGLE;

Versions:

9;


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