Hello,
In the layout below is there a way to convince Eagle that two nets are connected by way of an intraboard connection? I understand there are ways to avoid needing this connection so the example is a bit contrived but I am curious if there is an answer.
http://i.imgur.com/yzDSf.pngThanks
Your question isn’t clear. If there are 2 different nets [sic] , then, by definition they are NOT connected. Keep in mind that PCB’s don’t have nets - only schematics do.
PCB’s have traces, planes, copper pours and plated holes. Every geometrical shape of copper that connects to another copper shape, directly or indirectly, implements a single schematic net. In other words, all copper shapes that are interconnected are part of the same net. If 2 shapes are not connected in some way then they are separate nets/signals. You can’t have it both ways at the same time.
Sorry, I should have been more clear. The two highlighted traces represent the same net but are physically separate. They will, however, be connected at the board level by a wire between each connector. Eagle obviously knows these traces are part of the same net but how do I convince it that they will actually be connected at the board level thus eliminating the air wire. I’m trying to ascertain if this is a possibility.
Run a top wire trace over there and just don’t make the top side.
Or ignore the rats nest. It’s only there to remind you what you need to do. No one will punish you for having an unrouted airwire.
