Importing a DXF file into PCB Creator

"How-to" questions from new engineers and designers. Please ask and respond here.
Post Reply
Message
Author
Ralf
Posts: 1
Joined: 20 Jan 2023, 13:49

Importing a DXF file into PCB Creator

#1 Post by Ralf » 20 Jan 2023, 14:04

Hi everyone,
This is my first attempt at PCB design with PCB Creator.
I have created a double sided PCB in my mechanical CAD program and I would like to import it into PCB Creator with its outline, pads, traces and mounting holes intact. It comes in alright, but I can't find any "tools to go from there.
I would be thankful If someone could help me.

Sincerely,

Ralf

User avatar
EmoryLau666
Posts: 5
Joined: 17 Oct 2023, 22:50
Location: Shenzhen, Guangdong
Contact:

Re: Importing a DXF file into PCB Creator

#2 Post by EmoryLau666 » 30 Oct 2023, 16:55

Hello Ralf,

To import a DXF file into PCB Creator while preserving its outline, pads, traces, and mounting holes, you can follow these steps:

Open PCB Creator and create a new PCB project.
Go to the “File” menu and select “Import” or “Import DXF” (the specific option may vary depending on the version of PCB Creator you are using).
Locate the DXF file you want to import and select it.
PCB Creator will prompt you to specify the import settings. Make sure to choose the appropriate options to import the outline, pads, traces, and mounting holes.
Click “OK” or “Import” to initiate the import process.
PCB Creator will import the DXF file, and you should see the outline, pads, traces, and mounting holes displayed on the PCB design canvas.
Once the import is complete, you can use the various tools and features in PCB Creator to further edit and refine your PCB design as needed.

I hope this helps! If you have any further questions, feel free to ask.

Best regards,

related article: https://www.xinshop.com/en/shows/what-a ... log&id=265
https://www.vessic.com/en/shows/explori ... log&id=113
https://www.xinshop.com/en/shows/what-i ... rts&id=303
Vess Electronics Company Limited, founded in 2012, is recognized as one of the top ten excellent distributors of a wide range of electronic components in China.

Post Reply