Alternate-KiCad-Library

Alternate KiCad Library

Preview of version 4 is out now.

For now only available on GitHub. Requires KiCad 8. See the Manual Installation sections for instructions on how to install.

Changes: New symbol libraries:

Crystal_AKL - symbols for crystal resonators and oscillators with pre-assigned footprints
LED_AKL - colorful symbols for LEDs with pre-assigned footprints (disable 'override individual item colors' in preferences -> colors)
Voltage_Regulator_AKL - symbols for linear voltage regulators with pre-assigned footprints based on part numbers.

Some symbols have new Alternate Body Styles. Go to symbol properties and check the "Alternate symbol (deMorgan)" checkbox

2-pin resistors, diodes and capacitors have a 45-degree rotated version with pins still on the 50 mil grid
Dual common anode, common cathode and series diodes have an alternative symbol.
Analog ICs with resistors in their symbols have a US-style resistor version.

Most NC pins were changed to Free unless explicitly indicated as 'Do not connect" by the manufacturer. In some cases having an ability to route through the NC pads or tie them to a heat-sink plane is useful. Now KiCad will allow connecting tracks to these pins, unless they already have an assigned net (i.e. there is already a track running through it)

Full documentation is yet to be completed, and once it's ready the V4.0 will be released via PCM.

All the bugs from the "Known Issues" section have been fixed.

New footprint libraries:

LED_SMD_AKL - surface-mount LED footprints used by the LED_AKL symbol library
LED_THT_AKL - through-hole LED footprints used by the LED_AKL symbol library

Installation instructions for Plugin and Content Manager:

KiCad 7 automatically adds third-party libraries to library tables, but by default it also adds the 'PCM_' prefix to their names. This breaks symbol-footprint association and user action is needed for the library to work as intended.

Either:

Before downloading go to Preferences (Ctrl + ,), then to Plugin and Content Manager and delete anything found in the Library nickname prefix text box. You can then use the PCM to download the library and it will install automatically.

Or:

After downloading the library from PCM, open Manage Footprint Libraries from the Preferences tab. Locate and rename all AKL footprint libraries, so that they no longer have the PCM_ prefix. Example: PCM_Fuse_AKL rename to Fuse_AKL. For reference, all AKL footprint libraries have AKL in their name, see the User Manual PDF for more detailed list of all library filenames.

All symbols should now have correct footprint links.

KiCad 6 Setup

KiCad uses library tables to keep track of installed libraries. Content Manager does not automatically update these library tables. To do it manually, go to Manage Footprint Libraries in the preferences tab.

Press the Folder icon below the table and locate: <KiCad 6 user directory>\3rdparty\footprints\alternate-kicad-library

Multiple folders ending in .Pretty should be visible. Each of these is a separate footprint library. Select all the libraries that you want to install and press Select Folder

Next, go to Manage Symbol Libraries in the preferences tab.

Press the Folder icon below the table and locate: <KiCad 6 user directory>\3rdparty\symbols\alternate-kicad-library

Multiple files ending in .kicad_sym should be visible. Each of these is a separate symbol library. Select all the libraries that you want to install and press Open.

All the installed libraries should be now accessible.

Manual installation (all KiCad versions):

Extract the downloaded AKL files into any folder you want.

KiCad uses library tables to keep track of installed libraries. To install libraries manually, go to Manage Footprint Libraries in the preferences tab.

Press the Folder icon below the table and locate the folder with the extracted footprint library files

Multiple folders ending in .Pretty should be visible. Each of these is a separate footprint library. Select all the libraries that you want to install and press Select Folder

Next, go to Manage Symbol Libraries in the preferences tab.

Press the Folder icon below the table and locate the folder with the extracted symbol library files

Multiple files ending in .kicad_sym should be visible. Each of these is a separate symbol library. Select all the libraries that you want to install and press Open.

All the installed libraries should be now accessible.

Known issues

Some symbols or footprints might contain mistakes, this list contains info on all known bugs before they'll get fixed in a new update:

AD8662: Uses wrong generic symbol (single instead of dual), fix commited by aprgl. Users downloading via PCM will have to wait until the next update.
ADS626: +VS pin has a wrong electrical type, should be "Power Input"
AD8209: Wrong datasheet link
INA132: Symbol graphics shows 25k resistors, should be 40k
AD8307: OUT and GND pins are misaligned
MCP6H82T-E-MNY: Symbol has reduntant hidden NC pins on the first unit
DTV1500MD has a wrong footprint, should be "Package_TO_SOT_THT_AKL:TO-220-2_Vertical_KA"
Quad CC and CA diode pins are not aligned to grid (1SS308, 1SS309)
TSMPxxA series of TVS diodes have incorrect footprints, new footprint is needed, since cathode and anode is reversed
BZX79 series of Zener diodews have a bad datasheet link
Some Zener diodes are not derived from the generic symbols, but are stand-alone symbols instead
VOM617A and VOM618A have a wrong footprint, should be "Package_SO_AKL:SO-4_4.4x3.9mm_P2.54mm"
Some Dual-gate MOSFETs have a wrong mode indicated on the symbol graphics, depletion-mode mosfets should have a solid line instead of dashed for the channel (3N200, BF998, BF998R)
MJ3000 and MJ3001 transistors have the wrong type, should be NPN
MJ2500 and MJ2501 transistors have the wrong type, should be PNP
BC212, BC213, BC214 transistors have the wrong type, should be PNP
D_SOD-57_P12,70mm_Horizontal_Zener should have a dot '.' instead of a comma ',' in it's filename
Some TO-252 parts with 4 or 5 pins will not fit the footprint. Both 1.14mm and 1.27mm pad pitch is used by different manufacturers, needs a new footprint. Affected parts: DMC3021LK4, DMG4511SK4
MCP6044 is derived from a wrong generic symbol, as a result it's only dual instead of a quad opamp symbol. As a workaround use MCP6054 instead and rename it to MCP6044 in your schematic.

If you find any bugs, missing or wrong footprints, missing or invalid datasheet links, wrong symbol graphics or incorrect footprint geometry, please open an issue!

File description

Footprints folder contains AKL footprint libraries.

Symbols folder contains AKL symbol libraries.

AKL User Manual.pdf is a comprehensive guide with detailed description of each added library.

KiCad Files folder contains original license and readme files from the first-party KiCAD library.

Sources Contains catalgues and data sheets that are no longer widely accessible that were used for reference.

PCM_Releases folder contains legacy 2.0 package used by KiCad's content manager.

License:

Alternate KiCad Library by Dawid Cisło is a derivative of KiCad Library made by KiCad community (see: KiCad library GitLab: https://gitlab.com/kicad/libraries), used under Creative Commons CC-BY-SA 4.0 License (https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by-sa/4.0/legalcode), with the following exception:

To the extent that the creation of electronic designs that use 'Licensed Material' can be considered to be 'Adapted Material', then the copyright holder waives article 3 of the license with respect to these designs and any generated files which use data provided as part of the 'Licensed Material'.

What does this mean? You can freely use Alternate KiCad Library data for commercial, closed and non-commercial projects without any restrictions. There is no need to attribute this library or original KiCad libraries within your design and no obligation to share any project files under this or any other license agreement. If you wish to redistribute the Alternate KiCad Library, or its parts (including in modified form) as a collection you need to share it under the same license agreement. Libraries must also retain attribution information and license documents which are distributed with the library files.

About:

Alternate KiCAD Library is a massive symbol and footprint library containing refreshed, new symbols and footprints for KiCAD focused on improving Schematic and PCB readability and aesthetics, mainly intended for hobbyist use.

AKL started as a modification of the KiCAD library, where select footprints received new silkscreen markings helpful during hand-assembly. The list of footprints that have been modified and added has been greatly expanded, along with brand new footprints and footprint libraries. Double-layer silkscreen variants have been added where symbols have additional information on the bottom silkscreen layer for easier troubleshooting.

Alternate KiCAD Library now contains massive symbol library (over 20 000 symbols as of version 2.0) with Diodes, Transistors, SCRs and Optocouplers. Each symbol is a separate orderable part number (example 1N4001, 1N4002, 1N4003 etc.), each has pre-assigned footprint and a data sheet link.

This third-party library was not created up to the same quality standard as the first-party KiCAD library, wide range of errors might be present. (improper footprint assigned to a symbol, wrong pinout, incorrect footprint dimensions just to name a few) While using AKL please pay attention and double-check that a symbol: Has the correct pin arrangement. (Most symbols have pin numbers visible, so it’s easy to check) Has the correct footprint assigned in the symbol properties. (Symbol description always states the footprint, but might not always agree with the pre-assigned footprint) Also check that the footprint has correct pad/hole spacing referencing the part’s data sheet.

Refer to the user manual for installation instructions and more.

Compatibility:

Alternate KiCad Library 3.0 works with KiCad 6 and 7 (with minor tweaks, see installation instructions above)

Alternate KiCad Library 2.0 is known to work with KiCad 6.0.0-rc-1 but should be cross-compatible with all KiCad 6 versions. Footprint library should be backwards compatible with KiCAD 5

Changelog:

Version 3.0 NEW SYMBOLS:

Amplifier_Operational_AKL - Over 4250 operational amplifiers and OTAs with assigned footprints and datasheet links.
Amplifier_Instrumentation_AKL - 245 Instrumentation amplifiers (IN-AMP) with assigned footprints and datasheet links.
Amplifier_Difference_AKL - 98 Difference amplifiers (differential input, single-ended output) with assigned footprints and datasheet links.
Amplifier_Differential_AKL - 50 Fully Differential Drivers and Amplifiers (differential input, differential output) with assigned footprints and datasheet links.
Amplifier_Programmable_AKL - 66 Programmable Gain Amplifiers (PGA) or Selectable Gain Amplifiers (SGA) with assigned footprints and datasheet links.
Amplifier_Isolation_AKL - 37 Isolated Amplifiers with assigned footprints and datasheet links.
Analog_Comparator_AKL - 800 Analog Comparators with assigned footprints and datasheet links.

NEW FOOTPRINTS: Nearly all SMD footprints have been revamped:

All pads are rounded rectangles with either 25% or 0.25mm corner radius (wichever is smaller).
Updated FAB Layer for better assembly drawings.
Silkscreen outline snaps to 0.1mm (or 0.05mm for small footprints) outside the courtyard.
Package SIP_AKL - New footprint library containing both new and modified KiCad Single-in-Line Packages.
Package_DFN_QFN_AKL: Added DFN-8-1EP_3x3mm_P0.5mm_EP1.2x2mm Added Texas_RSV_UQFN16_1.8x2.6mm_P0.4mm Added DFN-6_1.3x1.6_P0.4mm Added QFN-16_3x3mm_P0.5mm Added Diodes_UDFN-6_1.4x1.0mm_P0.5mm Added Texas_X2QFN-8_1.5x1.5mm
Package_SO_AKL: Added TSSOP-14-1EP_4.4x5mm_P0.65mm_EP2.31x2.46mm Added TSSOP-20-1EP_4.4x6.5mm_P0.65mm_EP2.4x3.4mm Added SSOP-8_4.4x3.5mm_P0.65mm Added SO-8_5x5mm_P1.27mm
Package_SON_AKL: Added Texas_X2SON-6_1x1mm_P0.35mm
Capacitor_THT_AKL (Capacitor_THT_AKL_Double): Added C_Rect_L15mm_W15mm_P10x10mm Added C_Rect_L17mm_W8.5mm_P12.50mm Added C_Rect_L36.5mm_W15mm_P32.50mm
Resistor_THT_AKL: Added R_Array_SIP4_BigPads Added R_Array_SIP5_BigPads Added R_Array_SIP6_BigPads Added R_Array_SIP7_BigPads Added R_Array_SIP8_BigPads Added R_Array_SIP9_BigPads Added R_Array_SIP10_BigPads Added R_Array_SIP11_BigPads Added R_Array_SIP12_BigPads Added R_Array_SIP13_BigPads Added R_Array_SIP14_BigPads

Version 2.1 Footprint libraries:

Footprints now load default KiCad's 3D models when available.
No-Connect Pads will now have empty net name instead of '~'.
Most SMD trimmers have new directional marks with rotor being connected to pad 2 (Usually connected to a low impedance net).
All THT trimmers now have proper directional marks with rotor being connected to pin 2.
SIP Resistor networks now have more pronounced pin 1 marks.

Version 2.0 (Symbol Library Update) NEW SYMBOL LIBRARIES:

Diode_AKL – SMD and THT diodes with assigned footprints and data sheet links.
Diode_Schottky_AKL – SMD and THT Si and SiC Schottky diodes with assigned footprints and data sheet links.
Diode_Capacitance_AKL – SMD and THT variable capacitance diodes with assigned footprints and data sheet links.
Diode_Zener_AKL – SMD and THT Zener diodes with assigned footprints and data sheet links.
Diode_TVS_AKL –TVS and ESD protection diodes and arrays with assigned footprints and data sheet links.
Diode_Bridge_AKL – single and three-phase bridge rectifiers with assigned footprints and data sheet links.
Diode_Current_Limiting – Current limiting diodes (CLD/CRD) with assigned footprints and data sheet links.
Diac_AKL – Diacs (AC Trigger diodes) with assigned footprints and data sheet links.
Transistor_BJT_AKL – bipolar transistors and arrays with assigned footprints and data sheet links.
Transistor_BJT_Darlington – Darlington transistors with assigned footprints and data sheet links.
Transistor_BJT_Pre-Biased – Pre-biased (BRT) bipolar transistors and arrays with assigned footprints and data sheet links.
Transistor_MOSFET_AKL – MOSFETs and arrays with assigned footprints and data sheet links.
Transistor_JFET_AKL – JFETs and matched pairs with assigned footprints and data sheet links.
Transistor_IGBT_AKL – IGBTs (Insulated Gate Bipolar Transistors) with assigned footprints and data sheet links.
Thyristor_AKL – SMD and THT thyristors with assigned footprints and data sheet links.
Triac_AKL – SMD and THT Triacs with assigned footprints and data sheet links.
Optocoupler_AKL – transistor-output optocouplers with assigned footprints and data sheet links.
Optocoupler_Gate_Driver_AKL – optically isolated MOSFET/IGBT gate drivers with assigned footprints and data sheet links.
Optocoupler_Logic_AKL – logic-output optocouplers with assigned footprints and data sheet links.
Optocoupler_Triac_AKL – phototriacs with assigned footprints and data sheet links.
Optocoupler_Misc_AKL – miscellaneous devices (isolated error amplifiers, linear optocouplers, photovoltaic-output optocouplers) with assigned footprints and data sheet links.
Device_AKL – New generic ferrite bead and fuse symbols.

NEW FOOTPRINTS:

Diode_SMD_AKL (Diode_SMD_AKL_Handsoldering): Added SOD-882 Package and a TVS variant with no polarity marks Added SMP (DO220AA) Package Added MicroSMP (DO219AD) Package Added SMAFL (SMA – Flat Lead) Package Added SMBFL (SMB – Flat Lead) Package Added MBF Diode Bridge Package
Diode_THT_AKL: 5W Series – Added Zener variants, compatibility with CASE-017AA is now highlighted in the name. DO-35 Series – Added Diac variants. Diode_Bridge_32.0x5.6x17.0mm_P10.0mm_P7.5mm – Corrected silkscreen labels and reversed pin order to be compatible with the new symbols. Diode_Bridge_19.0x3.5x10.0mm_P5.0mm – Corrected silkscreen labels and reversed pin order to be compatible with the new symbols. Added a new pinout variant. Added Diode_Bridge_28.6x28.6x7.3mm_P5.08mm_Vertical – Rectifier bridge package, vertical mount variant. Added Diode_Bridge_3F_35x25x5.5mm_P7.5mm – Three phase rectifier bridge. Added Diode_Bridge_3F_40x21.5x5.4mm_P7.5mm – Three phase rectifier bridge.
Package_DFN_QFN_AKL: Added DFN-4_2x2mm_P0.45mm_EP1x1.35mm Added DFN-6_1.6x1.6mm_P0.5mm Added DFN-6-1EP_1.6x1.6mm_P0.5mm_EP0.6x1mm Added DFN-6-2EP_2x2mm_P0.65mm_EP1.15x0.95mm_EP0.8x0.48mm Added DFN-8-1EP_3x3mm_P0.5mm_EP1.55x1.85mm Added DFN-8-1EP_3x3mm_P0.5mm_EP1.7x1.7mm Added DFN-8-1EP_3x3mm_P0.5mmEP1.45x2.4mm Added DFN-10-1EP-2.6x2.6mm_P0.5_EP1.26x2.35mm Added DFN-10-1EP-2x2mm_P0.4mm_EP0.9x1.5mm Added Linear_DJC_DFN22_6x3mm Added OnSemi_WQFN-10_2.6x2.6mm_P0.5mm
Package_DIP_AKL: Added DIP-4-8_W7.62mm – Used by some optocouplers Added DIP-4-8_W7.62mm_LongPads Modified DIP-8-16_W7.62mm – Overall package length increased to 21.34mm Modified DIP-8-16_W7.62mm_LongPads – Overall package length increased to 21.34mm Modified DIP-8-16_W7.62mm_Socket – Overall package length increased to 21.34mm Modified DIP-8-16_W7.62mm_Socket_LongPads – Overall package length increased to 21.34mm Modified DIP-14_W7.62mm – Overall package length increased to 20.32mm Modified DIP-14_W7.62mm_LongPads – Overall package length increased to 20.32mm Modified DIP-14_W7.62mm_ Socket – Overall package length increased to 20.32mm Modified DIP-14_W7.62mm_Socket_Longpads – Overall package length increased to 20.32mm Modified DIP-14_W10.16mm – Overall package length increased to 20.32mm Modified DIP-14_W10.16mm_LongPads – Overall package length increased to 20.32mm Modified DIP-18_W7.62mm - Overall package length increased to 24.13mm Modified DIP-18_W7.62mm_LongPads - Overall package length increased to 24.13mm Modified DIP-18_W7.62mm_Socket - Overall package length increased to 24.13mm Modified DIP-18_W7.62mm_Socket_LongPads - Overall package length increased to 24.13mm Modified DIP-20_W7.62mm - Overall package length increased to 27.18mm Modified DIP-20_W7.62mm_LongPads - Overall package length increased to 27.18mm Modified DIP-20_W7.62mm_Socket - Overall package length increased to 27.18mm Modified DIP-20_W7.62mm_Socket_LongPads - Overall package length increased to 27.18mm Modified DIP-24_W7.62mm - Overall package length increased to 32.51mm Modified DIP-24_W7.62mm_LongPads - Overall package length increased to 32.51mm Modified DIP-24_W7.62mm_Socket - Overall package length increased to 32.51mm Modified DIP-24_W7.62mm_Socket_LongPads - Overall package length increased to 32.51mm Modified DIP-24_W10.16mm - Overall package length increased to 32.51mm Modified DIP-24_W10.16mm_LongPads - Overall package length increased to 32.51mm Modified DIP-24_W10.16mm_Socket - Overall package length increased to 32.51mm Modified DIP-24_W10.16mm_Socket_LongPads - Overall package length increased to 32.51mm Modified DIP-24_W15.24mm - Overall package length increased to 32.51mm Modified DIP-24_W15.24mm_LongPads - Overall package length increased to 32.51mm Modified DIP-24_W15.24mm_Socket - Overall package length increased to 32.51mm Modified DIP-24_W15.24mm_Socket_LongPads - Overall package length increased to 32.51mm Modified DIP-28_W7.62mm - Overall package length increased to 36.83mm Modified DIP-28_W7.62mm_LongPads - Overall package length increased to 36.83mm Modified DIP-28_W7.62mm_Socket - Overall package length increased to 36.83mm Modified DIP-28_W7.62mm_Socket_LongPads - Overall package length increased to 36.83mm Modified DIP-28_W15.24mm - Overall package length increased to 36.83mm Modified DIP-28_W15.24mm_LongPads - Overall package length increased to 36.83mm Modified DIP-28_W15.24mm_Socket - Overall package length increased to 36.83mm Modified DIP-28_W15.24mm_Socket_LongPads - Overall package length increased to 36.83mm Modified DIP-32_W15.24mm - Overall package length increased to 41.91mm Modified DIP-32_W15.24mm_LongPads - Overall package length increased to 41.91mm Modified DIP-32_W15.24mm_Socket - Overall package length increased to 41.91mm Modified DIP-32_W15.24mm_Socket_LongPads - Overall package length increased to 41.91mm Modified DIP-40_W15.24mm - Overall package length increased to 53.09mm Modified DIP-40_W15.24mm_LongPads - Overall package length increased to 53.09mm Modified DIP-40_W15.24mm_Socket - Overall package length increased to 53.09mm Modified DIP-40_W15.24mm_Socket_LongPads - Overall package length increased to 53.09mm Modified DIP-40_W25.4mm - Overall package length increased to 53.09mm Modified DIP-40_W25.4mm_LongPads - Overall package length increased to 53.09mm Modified DIP-40_W25.4mm_Socket - Overall package length increased to 53.09mm Modified DIP-40_W25.4mm_Socket_LongPads - Overall package length increased to 53.09mm Modified DIP-48_W15.24mm - Overall package length increased to 62.23mm Modified DIP-48_W15.24mm_LongPads - Overall package length increased to 62.23mm Modified DIP-48_W15.24mm_Socket - Overall package length increased to 62.23mm Modified DIP-48_W15.24mm_Socket_LongPads - Overall package length increased to 62.23mm
Package_SON_AKL: Added Infineon_PG-TDSON-8 Added Infineon_PG-TDSON-8_FL Added Infineon_PG-TDSON-8_Dual Added Infineon_PG-TSDSON-8 Added Infineon_PG-TSDSON-8_FL Added Texas_S-PWSON-N8_EP2.2x3mm Added Texas_S-PWSON-N8_EP2.2x3mm_ThermalVias Added WSON-8-1EP_3x3mm_P0.5mm_EP1.45x2.4mm
Package_SO_AKL: Added SO-5_4.4x4.1mm_P1.27mm Added SO-6_6.8x4.6mm_P1.27mm Added SO-6_6.8x4.6mm_P1.27mm_Wide Added SO-6_7.5x3.84mm_P1.27mm Added SO-6_7.5x3.84mm_P1.27mm_Wide Added SO-8_4.4x5mm_P1.27mm Added SOIC-28W-8_7.5x17.9mm_P1.27mm – High isolation SMD package for ISO122U/JU
Package_TO_SOT_THT_AKL: Added TO-3-8_Isolated Package Added TO-262-2 Package Added TO-66 Package Added more pin indicator variants
Optocoupler_AKL – new footprint library containing non-standard optocoupler footprints to match the new Optocoupler_xxx_AKL symbol libraries: Added Vishay_CNY64 Added Vishay_CNY64ST (SMD variant of CNY64) Added Vishay_CNY65 Added Vishay_CNY65ST (SMD variant of CNY65) Added Vishay_CNY66
Package_CSP_AKL – new modified version of the Package_CSP Library from standard KiCAD with modified silkscreen layer and new original footprints: Added LFCSP-VD-8_1EP_3x3mm_P0.5mm_EP1.89x1.6mm Added LFCSP-VQ-16_4x4mm_P0.65mm Added WLCSP-5_1.33x0.9mm_P0.5mm Added WLCSP-8_1.825x1.48mm_P0.5mm
Ferrite_THT_AKL – new footprint library containing most common THT ferrite beads and filters with the new ferrite symbol printed on the silkscreen.
Ferrite_SMD_AKL – new footprint library containing most common SMD ferrite beads and filters.
Ferrite_SMD_Handsoldering_AKL – variant of the Ferrite_SMD_AKL library with the new ferrite symbol printed on the silkscreen under the parts.
Fuse_AKL – new modified KiCAD Fuse footprint library with fuse symbol indicated on all THT parts.
Fuse_AKL_Double – variant of the Fuse_AKL library with silkscreen on both sides of the parts.
Fuse_Handsoldering_AKL – variant of the Fuse_AKL library containing SMD parts with fuse symbols indicated on the silkscreen under the part intended for hand soldering projects.
Capacitor_THT_AKL_Double – new variant of the Capacitor_THT_AKL library with silkscreen on both sides of the PCB.
Diode_THT_AKL_Double – new variant of the Diode_THT_AKL library with silkscreen on both sides of the PCB.
Inductor_AKL_Double – variant of the Inductor_AKL library with silkscreen on both sides of the parts.
Jumper_AKL – new footprint library with wire jumpers in multiples of 0.1 inch pin pitches. Useful for single-sided routing.
Jumper_AKL_Double – variant of the Jumper_AKL library with silkscreen on both sides of the parts.
Package_TO_SOT_THT_AKL_Double – variant of the TO_SOT_THT_AKL library with silkscreen on both sides of the parts.
Resistor_AKL_Double – variant of the Resistor_AKL library with silkscreen on both sides of the parts.

Version 1.1

SMD Diode, Capacitor and Inductor footprint libraries have been split into standard and hand soldering variants. Capacitor_SMD_Handsoldering_AKL Capacitor_Tantalum_SMD_Handsoldering_AKL Diode_SMD_Handsoldering_AKL Inductor_SMD_Handsoldering_AKL
Standard libraries are suitable for machine soldering and have no silkscreen under the parts.
Hand soldering libraries have silkscreen under the part to improve readability of the PCB and reduce component placement errors.
Footprints (included in those libraries) with bigger pads that used to be called the ‘HandSoldering’ variants have been renamed to ‘BigPads’ to reduce confusion.
Footprint names between standard and hand soldering libraries are consistent. You can easily swap the footprint by using ‘change footprint’ option and renaming the library in PCBNew.
Minor improvements to SMD inductor library.
Some SMD TVS diode footprints had unnecessary polarity marks.
Crystal and SMD resistor libraries have no silkscreen under the SMD parts.

Version 1.0

Modified KiCad Libraries: Capacitor_SMD_AKL Capacitor_Tantalum_AKL Capacitor_THT_AKL Crystal_AKL Diode_SMD_AKL Diode_THT_AKL Inductor_SMD_AKL Inductor_THT_AKL Package_DFN_QFN_AKL Package_DIP_AKL Package_LCC_AKL Package_QFP_AKL Package_SO_AKL Package_SON_AKL Package_TO_SOT_SMD_AKL Package_TO_SOT_THT_AKL Resistor_SMD_AKL Resistor_THT_AKL These libraries inherit KiCad’s pad layout and footprint names so you can easily swap footprints using ‘change footprint’ option and renaming the library in PCBNew. Some new footprints have been added, see the showcase folder for details.
New footprint library: Jumper_AKL Adds THT jumpers with multiple pin pitch and two wire diameters variants. Helpful during single-sided PCB layout.