Does anyone know how to output the necessary files (RS274X format) from PowerPCB (PADs)? I know how to change the format, but there are several options and I am not sure what any of them mean to me.
Thank you…
I have done a little bit of looking around and output some files and here is what I found.
PowerPCB outputs *.pho files for the following:
Primary copper
Secondary copper
Top solder mask
Bottom solder mask
Top silkscreen
Bottom silkscreen
PowerPCB outputs *.drl for the NCDRILL file.
My questions are as follow:
Are these ouput files adequate?
There are two drill file types, NCDRILL and Drill Drawing. Which one is the correct one?
If these files satisfy the necessary requirements, I will be ordering boards shortly.
Thank you
Brian
PowerPCB allows you to preview the *.PHO file when generating it.
I have created a drill drawing/data file that contains the locations of each hole with notation. Also there is a chart that references quantity of holes and hole sizes.
Now, if I supply both types of drill files (*.drl and *.pho) I should have the drill portion of the package complete: Correct?
Hello!
Send em our way and we’ll try to import them. We are getting more and more savvy with altering drill files (out of nescessity).
-Nathan
Just wondering if you ever figured out if the files mentioned above worked. I hope to submit my project made is PADS Layout with similar output files.
Thanks!