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*The solderstop mask can have additions
*The solderstop mask can have additions
*Puts out packages "Without FLIP" in the SHAPE call
*Puts out packages "Without FLIP" in the SHAPE call
*Arcs in the board outline are split into short chords because some viewers do not implement Arcs
*Arcs in the board outline are split into short chords because some viewers do not implement ARCs
*Signal polygons are passed as PLANEs
*Signal polygons are passed as PLANEs
*Alphanumeric pad names can be specified instead of just the pin number
*Alphanumeric pad names can be specified instead of just the pin number

Latest revision as of 16:09, 7 April 2021

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  • Allows you to save your *.T3001 project in the GenCAD format *.cad
  • Shapes of pads are accurately mapped
  • Solder paste and solderstop mask are included to the output
  • The solderstop mask can have additions
  • Puts out packages "Without FLIP" in the SHAPE call
  • Arcs in the board outline are split into short chords because some viewers do not implement ARCs
  • Signal polygons are passed as PLANEs
  • Alphanumeric pad names can be specified instead of just the pin number


The functions were made in cooperation with several PCB manufacturers and a CAM software manufacturer and have been tested under DFM aspects.

Image: Example project in GenCAD format