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Harald Friedrich: /* Read XGerber and Excellon files */

2024-11-01T14:33:36Z

Read XGerber and Excellon files

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	M71 switches over to "mm".		M71 switches over to "mm".
	A "T" is followed by the number of the tool e.g. 1...17. After the "C" please find the tool diameter in mm. The dot separates the decimals. The initial file started with "G90" . M72 switches back to imperial unit (inch), which is the standard setting in EXCELLON.<br>		A "T" is followed by the number of the tool e.g. 1...17. After the "C" please find the tool diameter in mm. The dot separates the decimals. The initial file started with "G90" . M72 switches back to imperial unit (inch), which is the standard setting in EXCELLON.<br><br><br><br>

	=== Import multiple files simultaneously ===		=== Import multiple files simultaneously ===

Harald Friedrich: /* Optimization after import */

2024-11-01T14:33:06Z

Optimization after import

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	M71 switches over to "mm".		M71 switches over to "mm".
	A "T" is followed by the number of the tool e.g. 1...17. After the "C" please find the tool diameter in mm. The dot separates the decimals. The initial file started with "G90" . M72 switches back to imperial unit (inch), which is the standard setting in EXCELLON.<br>		A "T" is followed by the number of the tool e.g. 1...17. After the "C" please find the tool diameter in mm. The dot separates the decimals. The initial file started with "G90" . M72 switches back to imperial unit (inch), which is the standard setting in EXCELLON.<br>

			=== Import multiple files simultaneously ===

			As of V33: When importing Gerber and Excellon projects from other sources, all project layers from the different files can now be read in at the same time. TARGET tries to recognize which layer is in which file by the file extensions. A ZIP file containing several XGerber and Excellon files can also be selected. TARGET assigns suitable layers to the Gerber files according to an experience-based scheme and can also recognize and assign drill files.
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	=== Optimization after import ===		=== Optimization after import ===

Harald Friedrich: /* Optimization after import */

2023-07-26T09:42:40Z

Optimization after import

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	TARGET as of V32 recognizes these constellations and optimizes them:<br><br>		TARGET as of V32 recognizes these constellations and optimizes them:<br><br>
	[[image:GerberOptimizationEN.jpg]]<br>Soldering point optimization<br><br>		[[image:GerberOptimizationEN.jpg]]<br>Soldering point optimization<br><br>
			After the XGerber import the optimization is called automatically. You can also call the menu item manually: "File / Input-Output Formats / Data exchange / Gerber and Excellon import / Combine solder pads and drill holes"<br><br>

	=== Problems with the import of X-Gerber ===		=== Problems with the import of X-Gerber ===

Harald Friedrich: /* Read XGerber and Excellon files */

2023-07-26T09:33:37Z

Read XGerber and Excellon files

← Older revision		Revision as of 11:33, 26 July 2023
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	M71 switches over to "mm".		M71 switches over to "mm".
	A "T" is followed by the number of the tool e.g. 1...17. After the "C" please find the tool diameter in mm. The dot separates the decimals. The initial file started with "G90" . M72 switches back to imperial unit (inch), which is the standard setting in EXCELLON.<br>		A "T" is followed by the number of the tool e.g. 1...17. After the "C" please find the tool diameter in mm. The dot separates the decimals. The initial file started with "G90" . M72 switches back to imperial unit (inch), which is the standard setting in EXCELLON.<br>

			=== Optimization after import ===

			When importing multiple copper layers and the drill holes, all graphic elements become their own "solder pads". For example, a plated-through solder pad becomes an SMD solder pad on top and one on the bottom and a mounting hole. Also an element for the solder resist on top and the solder resist on the bottom is created. This makes 5 "solder pads" which are actually together only one real solder pad.<br><br>
			With SMD pads it is the same. It results in the SMD pad on the copper and in the solder resist and solder paste. That makes three instead of one.<br><br>
			Often rectangular solder pads also come in as two smaller rectangular solder pads and an additional 4 discs in the corners that represent the roundings.<br><br>
			TARGET as of V32 recognizes these constellations and optimizes them:<br><br>
			[[image:GerberOptimizationEN.jpg]]<br>Soldering point optimization<br><br>

	=== Problems with the import of X-Gerber ===		=== Problems with the import of X-Gerber ===

Markus Friedrich: /* Gerber X3 */

2021-06-23T07:21:37Z

Gerber X3

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	[[Image: Logo_gerberx3.jpg\|Imageproperty: Ucamco\|none]]<br>		[[Image: Logo_gerberx3.jpg\|Imageproperty: Ucamco\|none]]<br>

	Also the Gerber X3 output feature is on board. Gerber-X3 data additionally provide ~~all~~ information for production, testing, ordering and (automatic) assembly. The Gerber-X3 format is free, open documented and easy to understand. It consists of two additional files '''.X3B''' and '''.X3T''' for assembly '''B'''ottom and '''T'''op. These are always included to the output. If not needed, ignore!		Also the Gerber X3 output feature is on board. Tick the box to have them generated (see diolog at Gerber X2 information). Gerber-X3 data additionally provide information for production, testing, ordering and (automatic) assembly. The Gerber-X3 format is free, open documented and easy to understand. It consists of two additional files '''.X3B''' and '''.X3T''' for assembly '''B'''ottom and '''T'''op. These are always included to the output. If not needed, ignore!

	Component information are those being entered in the symbol change dialogue to the new Order No. button: Distributor and Order Number Double-click on the handle cross of a symbol in the sectoral plan to open the dialogue:<br><br>		Component information are those being entered in the symbol change dialogue to the new Order No. button: Distributor and Order Number Double-click on the handle cross of a symbol in the sectoral plan to open the dialogue:<br><br>

Markus Friedrich: /* Gerber X3 */

2021-06-23T07:20:21Z

Gerber X3

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	[[Image: Logo_gerberx3.jpg\|Imageproperty: Ucamco\|none]]<br>		[[Image: Logo_gerberx3.jpg\|Imageproperty: Ucamco\|none]]<br>

	Also the Gerber X3 output feature is on board. Gerber-X3 data ~~contain~~ all information for production, testing, ordering and (automatic) assembly. The Gerber-X3 format is free, open documented ~~and easy to understand.<br><br>~~		Also the Gerber X3 output feature is on board. Gerber-X3 data additionally provide all information for production, testing, ordering and (automatic) assembly. The Gerber-X3 format is free, open documented and easy to understand. It consists of two additional files '''.X3B''' and '''.X3T''' for assembly '''B'''ottom and '''T'''op. These are always included to the output. If not needed, ignore!

	~~Gerber-X3 means that Gerber data additionally provide information for production, testing, ordering and (automatic) assembly. The Gerber X3 format is free, open,~~ and easy to understand. It consists of two additional files '''.X3B''' and '''.X3T''' for assembly '''B'''ottom and '''T'''op. These are always included in the output. If not needed, ignore!

	Component information are those being entered in the symbol change dialogue to the new Order No. button: Distributor and Order Number Double-click on the handle cross of a symbol in the sectoral plan to open the dialogue:<br><br>		Component information are those being entered in the symbol change dialogue to the new Order No. button: Distributor and Order Number Double-click on the handle cross of a symbol in the sectoral plan to open the dialogue:<br><br>

Markus Friedrich: /* Gerber X3 */

2021-06-23T07:18:34Z

Gerber X3

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	[[Image: Logo_gerberx3.jpg\|Imageproperty: Ucamco\|none]]<br>		[[Image: Logo_gerberx3.jpg\|Imageproperty: Ucamco\|none]]<br>

			Also the Gerber X3 output feature is on board. Gerber-X3 data contain all information for production, testing, ordering and (automatic) assembly. The Gerber-X3 format is free, open documented and easy to understand.<br><br>

	Gerber-X3 means that Gerber data additionally provide information for production, testing, ordering and (automatic) assembly. The Gerber X3 format is free, open, and easy to understand. It consists of two additional files '''.X3B''' and '''.X3T''' for assembly '''B'''ottom and '''T'''op. These are always included in the output. If not needed, ignore!		Gerber-X3 means that Gerber data additionally provide information for production, testing, ordering and (automatic) assembly. The Gerber X3 format is free, open, and easy to understand. It consists of two additional files '''.X3B''' and '''.X3T''' for assembly '''B'''ottom and '''T'''op. These are always included in the output. If not needed, ignore!
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	[[Image:gerberx3_1.jpg\|none]]Image: Gerber X3 information related to IC1 being positioned on Top Layer.<br><br>		[[Image:gerberx3_1.jpg\|none]]Image: Gerber X3 information related to IC1 being positioned on Top Layer.<br><br>


	== Read in of Gerber data to TARGET 3001! (Gerber viewer?) ==		== Read in of Gerber data to TARGET 3001! (Gerber viewer?) ==

Markus Friedrich: /* Gerber X2 */

2021-06-23T07:18:18Z

Gerber X2

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	TARGET can automatically provide Gerber X2 information: check the box in the '''[[Gerber Special\|Special>>]]''' section of the Gerber dialogue.		TARGET can automatically provide Gerber X2 information: check the box in the '''[[Gerber Special\|Special>>]]''' section of the Gerber dialogue.

	[[image: ~~Spezial gerberx2 e~~.jpg\|none]]<br><br>
			[[image:gerberx2_gerberx3_e.jpg\|none]]<br><br>


	The Gerber files then give information about their content (e.g. copper bottom). All elements "know" which signal and/or component they belong to. This is very useful for e-testing.<br><br>		The Gerber files then give information about their content (e.g. copper bottom). All elements "know" which signal and/or component they belong to. This is very useful for e-testing.<br><br>



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	[[image: GerberX2_def.jpg\|none]]Additional Gerber information: With Gerber X2 (left), without Gerber X2 (right).<br><br><br>		[[image: GerberX2_def.jpg\|none]]Additional Gerber information: With Gerber X2 (left), without Gerber X2 (right).<br><br><br>


	Also the Gerber X3 output feature is on board. Gerber-X3 data contain all information for production, testing, ordering and (automatic) assembly. The Gerber-X3 format is free, open documented and easy to understand.<br><br>

	=== Gerber X3 ===		=== Gerber X3 ===

Markus Friedrich: /* Gerber X2 */

2021-06-23T07:17:23Z

Gerber X2

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	Also the Gerber X3 output feature is on board. Gerber-X3 data contain all information for production, testing, ordering and (automatic) assembly. The Gerber-X3 format is free, open documented and easy to understand.<br><br>		Also the Gerber X3 output feature is on board. Gerber-X3 data contain all information for production, testing, ordering and (automatic) assembly. The Gerber-X3 format is free, open documented and easy to understand.<br><br>


	=== Gerber X3 ===		=== Gerber X3 ===

Markus Friedrich at 07:15, 23 June 2021

2021-06-23T07:15:56Z

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 If you want to order the layout of a PCB project from an industrial manufacturing company, you will be asked for data in '''Gerber''' format. This means the so-called extended Gerber (RS274X), or XGerber, which is what TARGET generates. The old standard Gerber (RS274D), which is no longer a standard at all, is obsolete now and should no longer be used. The difference between the two is that Gerber RS274D needs an extra file for the aperture information. All aperture information is automatically built in to XGerber. Old Gerber machines that expect Gerber RS274D can still read the Gerber data from TARGET nevertheless. Creating Gerber data in TARGET 3001! is a matter of seconds.<br><br>TARGET is ready for GerberX2 and GerberX3.<br><br>
 == Creation of Gerber data from TARGET 3001! ==
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 Hand out those files to your PCB manufacturer. The *.zip file provided contains them all. The *.info file can be opened by any text editor and informs your PCB manufacturer in clear words which Gerber files are given regarding this special project. So he can check whether all files had arrived at him. For the project file in our example, the *.info file looks like this:
 [[Image:GerberpicInfo.jpg|none|Contents of the Gerber-Info file]]Image: Contents of the Gerber-Info file based on the project shown<br><br>
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 [[image:gerberdataselection.jpg|Selection of data when creating Gerbers]]<br>Image: Data selection when creating Gerbers<br><br>
 The "Selection" option refers to the ability to design multiple sub layouts within one project. You can give this name and output its Gerber data separately. At this point, select the name of the sub-layout whose Gerber data you want to create. Read more about it here: [[Multiple PCBs within one project]]<br><br>
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 Also the Gerber X3 output feature is on board. Gerber-X3 data contain all information for production, testing, ordering and (automatic) assembly. The Gerber-X3 format is free, open documented and easy to understand.<br><br>
 === Gerber X3 ===
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 [[Image:gerberx3_1.jpg|none]]Image: Gerber X3 information related to IC1 being positioned on Top Layer.<br><br>
 == Read in of Gerber data to TARGET 3001! (Gerber viewer?) ==