CAM350XL Modules
Base Functionality
PCB Documentation
Release Package Manager
Crossprobing
DFF and StreamsRC
Panel Drawing Toolkit
Additional Drawing Tools
Tooling Options

CAM350XL Supported Formats

Import and Export Details

CAM350XL is a flexible, open system offering a wide variety of import and export capabilities, including ODB++, Gerber, IPC D-356, and many more (complete list below). CAM350XL is also equipped with the option of importing advanced CAD databases, including Allegro, Boardstation, and PADS Layout just to name a few.

Through the integration of intelligent data formats, CAM350XL has expanded the number of intrinsic aperture shapes it supports. Through this expanded list of apertures, you will notice there is little to no need for “Custom” apertures.

Import Formats

Gerber Formats

  • Barco DPF
  • Fire 9000
  • Gerber 274D
  • Gerber 274X

Drawing Formats

  • DXF
  • HPGL
  • HPGL/2

Legacy Formats

  • ECAM DSN
  • IPC-D-350

Netlist

  • IPC-D-356
  • IPC-D-356a

CAD Databases

  • Accel EDA
  • Allegro (ODB++)
  • BoardStation
  • GenCAD
  • P-CAD 2004
  • PADS Layout
  • TangoPRO
  • Visula CADIF

And...

  • ODB++

Export Formats

Gerber Formats

  • Barco DPF
  • Fire 9000
  • Gerber 274D
  • Gerber 274X

Drawing Formats

  • DXF

Legacy Formats

  • ECAM DSN
  • IPC-D-350

Netlist

  • IPC-D-356
  • IPC-D-356a

Drill/Mill

  • Excellon 2
  • sieb & meyer 1000
  • sieb & meyer 3000

CAD Databases

  • Accel EDA
  • GenCAD
  • PADS Layout
  • TangoPRO
  • Visula CADIF

And...

  • ODB++


ODB++ Interface

The defacto standard for intelligent data exchange in EDA. ODB++ is an intelligent format that captures all the CAD/EDA, assembly and PCB fabrication knowledge in one single database. This format takes the place of individual Gerber, drill, and aperture files, and adds additional information such as components and nets. All major CAD tools, can export this format, allowing the user to bring intelligent data into the CAM system. Common issues with aperture files, drill tools, and other problematic data formats are avoided.

Users of CAD tools that do not have ODB++ export capabilities, can export this format from CAM350XL, giving them a more accurate and intelligent method of data export.  With ODB++ import capabilities you will also have the luxury of utilizing accurate intelligent data within your CAM350XL.

If there is a format not listed, that you need supported, or if you have any questions, please contact us.