Kicad pcb import bugs

[Dushevny]

Here is sample double-sided kicad pcb file in attachment. It shows plenty of bugs in DipTrace v 5.1.0.3 which makes pcb import almost unusable.

1) All vias missed during import
2) All copper pours (zones in kicad) missed during import
3) Copper layers Top and Bottom absent in imported board, their contents imported to kicad-style named layers F.Cu, B.Cu, while silk, mask and paste layers imported to correct layers.
3.1) Board outline imported into kicad-style named Edge.Cuts layer, Board Cutout layer is empty.
4) Bottom assembly layer (B.Fab) imported into Top Assembly layer (F.Fab imported to Top Assembly correctly).
5) While contents of silk, mask, paste and top assembly layers imported correctly, corresponding empty layers with kicad-style names present in imported board
5.1) Layers, which was empty in kicad pcb file also present in imported board with kicad-style names (layers such as User.Comments, User.Eco, *.Adhesive in attached board sample)
6) Rectangles and circles imported filled

Need to say that kicad symbol and footprint libraries imported without noticeable issues.

[Alex]

Thank you for the report, we will investigate the file and Kicad import.
The first thing I see is the file was generated in Kicad version 9.0. It's very fresh version, Kicad import in DipTrace was created and optimized when older versions of Kicad were available.

[gemmalyly]

KiCad’s PCB Editor (Pcbnew) supports importing non-KiCad board files through the "File > Import > Non-KiCad Board File" menu, with compatibility for formats like Eagle, Altium, and others. smash karts

[skegheinz]

Really fast responses to best use of the tools. The file created in Kicad version 9.0 provides better usability and engagement.