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 National Instruments Corporation 2-1 Multisim Component Reference Guide
Chapter 2
Basic Components
2.1 Connectors
Connectors are mechanical devices used to provide a method of inputting and outputting
signals to a design. They do not affect the simulation of the circuit but are included in the
circuit for the design of the PCB.
2.2 Rated Virtual Components
This component family contains a number of virtual components that can be rated to “blow” if
pre-set tolerance(s) are exceeded when the circuit is simulated. These tolerances are set in the
Valu e s tab of each component’s properties window.
Tip “Rated” values in a component’s Val u e tab define behavior and design. “Maximum”
values impose limits that, when exceeded, cause the component to “blow”.
The rated virtual components are found in the
Basic group in the Rated Virtual family.
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