How to generate Gerber files in different software?

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The standard drive format for the plotters was Gerber RS-274-D. However, it is not supported in JLCPCB anymore. As a superset of RS-274-D Standard Gerber, RS-274X Gerber is a clear, powerful, and complete standard to describe PCB layers and is well-suited for automated workflows.

Note: We recommend to use gerber files in Gerber RS-274-X format to upload your design on JLCPCB.

Note:
1. Gerber files and the Drill file must be stored in the same folder/archive.
2. The board outline must be provided.

This means that the systems that use the older standard will still generate the correct outputs. The added manufacturing data greatly reduces the chance of errors during PCB fabrication.

PCB Gerber Files

Aim to reduce the time in the process of validating your design, Gerber files and drill file should be prepared in a reasonable format. PCB Gerber Files are exported in various filenames and filename extensions from different PCB design software packages. It is necessary to list the property Gerber files for different software to avoid problems in uploading and manufacturing.

EasyEDA

Note: EDA is a product that we have independently developed. If the files generated by default are

KiCAD

EAGLE

There are multiple versions of EAGLE, each with its own filename rules. To avoid confusion, we offer 3 sets of naming conventions.

Set 1

Set 2

Set 3

Altium

Orcad

geda-pcb

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