{"id":19916,"date":"2019-01-22T17:48:22","date_gmt":"2019-01-22T09:48:22","guid":{"rendered":"\/blog\/?p=19916"},"modified":"2021-05-25T18:56:50","modified_gmt":"2021-05-25T10:56:50","slug":"how-to-export-pcb-gerber-files-from-the-latest-autodesk-eagle-v9-3","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.seeedstudio.com\/blog\/2019\/01\/22\/how-to-export-pcb-gerber-files-from-the-latest-autodesk-eagle-v9-3\/","title":{"rendered":"How to Export PCB Gerber Files from the Latest Eagle V9.4.2 the Easy Way"},"content":{"rendered":"\n
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Is anyone keeping up with Autodesk Eagle updates? It seems like every week there is a new update but we are trying our best to keep up. This Gerber guide is for Eagle version 9.3.0 but has been updated for 9.4.2, which at the time of writing, is the latest version. Guides written for previous versions can be found on our <\/strong>FAQ<\/strong><\/a> page but please do exercise caution when following these since we can no longer guarantee compatibility. Now, without further ado, let\u2019s begin!<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

For what seems like forever, Eagle has used a unique method for generating PCB manufacturing files. That is, all the settings can be packed into a CAM job file which users can apply directly. A manufacturer can configure this file and make it available to customers to ensure that the resulting files are compatible with their production guidelines.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

It\nis a great and intuitive idea, particularly for beginners. No need to follow\ncomplex guides, match parameters or understand what weird settings mean. It\u2019s a\nwonder why other software packages have not done the same.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

With the latest versions, Eagle have<\/g> made this process even simpler by providing the Seeed Fusion CAM file within Eagle itself. The settings in this CAM file have been tried and tested with the Seeed Fusion PCB manufacture<\/strong><\/a> service but can be used for others too. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

In the following section, we\u2019ll show you how to use them.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Open up your design and once your design is complete, and all the necessary checks have been made, find the CAM processor button<\/strong> on the main toolbar. Don\u2019t click the one with the green arrow, this one will automatically use the default CAM file template which is not what we want.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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This will bring up the CAM Processor<\/strong><\/em> window, loaded with the template CAM file by default. We want to use the built-in Seeed CAM file to make sure it is compatible with the Seeed Fusion service. Load it up by clicking the file button on the top left and then go Third Party<\/strong><\/em> -> Seeed Fusion<\/strong><\/em> -> to find CAM files for double and four-layer boards. Select the appropriate one and your screen will look similar to the second window.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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In the latest 9.4.2 update, the only difference is that the Third Party tab has been moved under System Examples<\/em><\/strong> (not sure why, makes grabbing a screenshot under a timed 5-second delay more challenging).<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Ignore the description, this CAM file version remains compatible with later Eagle versions as well. We have tried to create the CAM file to be as \u201cfull-proof\u201d as possible, so it should be compatible with many other PCB manufacturers. But as always, double check with your manufacturer first. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

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The later versions of Eagle have a built-in previewer like a Gerber viewer where you can view what exactly will be exported in each layer. We still recommend checking the files on another Gerber viewer though to be doubly sure that everything exported correctly.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Then, once everything is ok, click Process Job<\/strong><\/em> and watch the magic happen!<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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Eagle can export the individual files directly or export them as a pre-packed and gift-wrapped zip file. This zip file contains all the necessary manufacturing files and can be uploaded directly to most online interfaces like the Seeed Fusion PCB order page<\/strong><\/a>, or handed directly to your chosen manufacturer. Whichever method you choose, be sure to check that all the necessary files are present and contain data.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Why use the Seeed Fusion Eagle CAM Job files?<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

We have carefully chosen the settings based\non our own experience with real customers\u2019 Gerber files and general PCB practices.\nEvery factory is different so it is your responsibility to verify that is compatible,\nbut in the large majority of cases, these should be fine. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

At Seeed, we take feedback very seriously\nand the following changes are based on the results of our investigations. For\npeople who have a bit of experience with Eagle, here are the changes and the\nreasoning behind our decisions:<\/p>\n\n\n\n