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7 Gerber Viewers to Simplify PCB Design and Inspection

Gerber files are files used in PCB design and manufacturing, which contain the design of the PCB, including details such as copper layers, solder mask layers, silkscreen layers, etc. In order to confirm the accuracy of these files before production, they will be viewed with a Gerber viewer.
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7 Gerber Viewers to Simplify PCB Design and Inspection
02 January 2025
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Gerber files are files used in PCB design and manufacturing, which contain the design of the PCB, including details such as copper layers, solder mask layers, silkscreen layers, etc. In order to confirm the accuracy of these files before production, they will be viewed with a Gerber viewer.

1. KiCad GerbView
KiCad is a widely used open source PCB design tool, which includes a free Gerber viewer GerbView, which supports multiple file formats and provides intuitive tools to check Gerber files. You can zoom, measure and switch layers to check the PCB design in detail.KiCad
Main Features:
Open source and free to use;
Supports Gerber RS-274X and Excellon drill files.

2. Altium Designer Viewer
Altium is a professional PCB design software, and its Gerber viewer is loved by engineers. Altium Designer Viewer allows you to check Gerber files in high detail to ensure that each layer is perfectly aligned.Altium Designer
Main Features:
Free to use Altium and Gerber file viewer;
High resolution PCB layer visualization;
Advanced layer comparison tools.

3. ZofzPCB
ZofzPCB offers a unique 3D Gerber viewer experience that visualizes PCB designs in three dimensions, especially useful for discovering component placement and alignment issues.ZofzPCB
Main Features:
3D visualization of PCB designs;
Free for personal use;
Great for checking component alignment and solder mask.

4. ViewMate
ViewMate from Pentalogix is ​​a powerful Gerber viewer available in both free and paid versions. It supports advanced editing and verification tools, making it ideal for professionals.ViewMate
Main Features:
Detailed layer control;
Advanced DFM (Design for Manufacturing) checks;
Free version with basic functionality available;

5. Gerbv
Gerbv is another open source Gerber viewer from the gEDA project that supports a wide range of file types.
Gerbv
Main Features:
Open source and cross-platform;
Supports RS-274X and Excellon drill files.

6. EasyEDA Gerber Viewer
EasyEDA is a popular online PCB design platform that is great for quick, browser-based checking. Upload Gerber files and view them directly without installing any software.EasyEDA
Main Features:
Browser-based and free;
Supports multiple Gerber layers;
Integrates seamlessly with EasyEDA's design platform;

7. CircuitMaker Viewer
CircuitMaker is a community-driven PCB design tool from Altium that includes a powerful Gerber viewer and is free to use, making it ideal for hobbyists and small teams.
CircuitMaker
Main Features:
Free and easy to use;
Great for community and open source projects;
Supports Gerber and Excellon files.
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