DBC File Documentation

Overview

Feature Value
Format Name OrCAD Capture CIS Database Configuration
File Extension .dbc
Primary Association Electronic Design Projects
Developed By Cadence Design Systems
File Type Configuration File
Used For Storing Database Configurations for Projects
Editor Software OrCAD Capture CIS
Structure Text-Based
MIME Type text/plain
Encoding ASCII
Accessibility Can be edited with text editors
Integration Supports CIS (Component Information System)
Purpose Configuration of component databases
Features Saves settings for database connections and component queries
Backup It's recommended to backup before major changes
Customizability High
Security Contains no executable code, low risk
Sharing Easily shared via email or storage devices
Compatibility Compatible with all versions of OrCAD Capture CIS
File Path Example C:OrCADOrCAD_Capture_CISdatabase_config.dbc