How does the BOM handle reference designators?
Circuit board manufacturers use reference designators indicate component location coordinates on the job traveler. This can be achieved within the BOM by attaching multiple References to a component that print on the job traveler.
Each reference consists of two fields. The Reference can be a location coordinate or drawing reference or it can be used for any table that has a one-to-many relationship with the component. The Qty is optional and represents the quantity relative to one unit of the BOM parent.
NOTE: Component references can be imported using the File – Data Import – BOM – BOM References screen.
Freeform Job Notes can be entered against any component and provide an informal alternative to using References.
