Accepted data formats for PCB layout data

PCB Layout Data

Gerber version 2
- short name: Gerber X2
- developed by Ucamco NV
Gerber version 1
- short name: Gerber X1
- also known as Extended Gerber, Gerber X or RS-274X (=old historical names)
- developed by Ucamco NV
CAD data file
- from CadSoft EAGLE
- from KiCAD
DPF
- Dynamic Process Format
- developed by Ucamco NV
Standard Gerber
- has become technologically obsolete since June 2014
- also known as RS-274D
- developed by Gerber Systems Corp.
Artwork means all copper layers, soldermask and legend layers, board outline or mechanical layer, SMD paste layers, carbon layers, peel-off layers, etc.

Gerber (version 2 or version 1)
- Only true drill data, not as drill map
Excellon (1 or 2) format or Excellon-like format
- plus appropriate tool list (which is normally/ideally embedded as file header)
Sieb & Meyer format
- plus appropriate tool list (which is normally/ideally embedded as file header)
DPF
- Only true drill data, not as drill map

	Gerber data formats: summary Overview of Gerber data and what will be done with them
	Data formats: DPF Dynamic Process format – part of Ucamco”s Job database structure
	Drill formats: Excellon and Sieb&Meyer Formats to drive CNC drilling and routing machines
	Input data required Data files needed for production of PCBs
	Eurocircuits preferred data formats Preferred data files for artwork and drilling
	File naming suggestions File names that let us easily recognise the function of a layer
	Cadsoft Eagle .brd to Gerber conversion guidelines Layer conversion rules – how to generate Gerber files
	Indicating slots and contours Clear indication for a correct processing in production
	Ten rules to provide perfect data for PCB production Based on our experience, this asks for your attention

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