Support is provided for.pro,.sch,.kicadpcb and.lib file formats new 2D PCB Measurements Take measurements between two points of interest, directly from within the PCB data view Gerber File Viewer View and inspect your gerber and drill files ensuring everything is correct before sending your PCB. File extension pcb is generally used for files that contain Printed circuit board data. Formats used in CAD and Gerber programs. A printed circuit board, or PCB, is used to mechanically support and electrically connect electronic components using conductive pathways, or traces, etched from copper sheets laminated onto a non-conductive substrate.
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Do I have the right program?
If you don’t have a program installed on your computer that’s compatible with PCB files, you won’t be able to open one. See if you have one of the most common programs associated with PCB files listed below.
- P-CAD Database
- PowerPoint Application Data File
- Print Shop Deluxe Business Card
- Protel Technology Advanced PCB Design
- ExpressPCB Printed Circuit Board Layout
- CADSTAR Printed Circuit Board Design
- PC-Doctor File
- PCB Artist Printed Circuit Board file
- PADS Printed Circuit Board
- Unknown 3.0 Binary File
- PCB Layout Check Design Rule Template
- ACCEL or Protel Printed Circuit Board File
- Broderbund Print Shop Business Card
- Ivex Winboard Design File
- Unknown 4.0 Binary File
What type of file is it?
When you can’t open PCB files, try to figure out the file type. This can help you find the right program to open it. Usually, PCB files are considered Data Files. However, you can look up the file type to be sure. Start by right-clicking the file icon and clicking “Properties” (“More Info” if you’re on a Mac). Then look for the file type under “Type of File” (“Kind” on a Mac).
Can a developer help?
When you can’t open PCB files, a software developer might be able to help. The developers for the programs mentioned above are as follows:
| Software | Developer |
|---|---|
| P-CAD Database | Altium Limited |
| PowerPoint Application Data File | Microsoft Corporation |
| Print Shop Deluxe Business Card | Unknown |
| Protel Technology Advanced PCB Design | Windows Software |
| ExpressPCB Printed Circuit Board Layout | ExpressPCB |
| CADSTAR Printed Circuit Board Design | Quadra Solutions |
| PC-Doctor File | Unknown |
| PCB Artist Printed Circuit Board file | Advanced Circuits |
| PADS Printed Circuit Board | Mentor Graphics Corp. |
| Unknown 3.0 Binary File | Microsoft Developer |
| PCB Layout Check Design Rule Template | Top Tec PCB Ltd. |
| ACCEL or Protel Printed Circuit Board File | Microsoft Programmer |
| Broderbund Print Shop Business Card | PC Software Company |
| Ivex Winboard Design File | Microsoft Developer |
| Unknown 4.0 Binary File | Windows Programmer |
Try contacting one of these developers to find out how you can open your PCB file.
Can I use a universal file viewer?
A universal file viewer is the way to go when you have PCB files that can’t be opened by any other program. Install a universal file viewer like File Magic (Download) and see if it will open your PCB file. Remember that if your file is not compatible, the universal file viewer will only open it in binary format.
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| Name | File Name | Manufacturer | Prevalence | Download |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Microsoft Office Client Virtualization Handler | cvh.exe | Microsoft Corporation | 95.39% | |
| expresspcb.exe | expresspcb.exe | Engineering Express. | 0.92% | |
| The Print Shop | ps6.exe | The Learning Company | 0.79% | |
| Home Productivity Program | psewin.exe | Brøderbund Software, Inc. | 0.38% | |
| The Print Shop Premier Edition 5.0 | pspe5.exe | Broderbund Software | 0.32% | |
| Home Productivity Program | psdwin.exe | Brøderbund Software, Inc. | 0.31% | |
| dxp.exe | dxp.exe | 0.28% | ||
| プリント基板エディタ | pcbe.exe | 0.27% | ||
| Pro-Coin Collection Software | pro-coin.exe | MWP Software LLC | 0.26% | |
| PowerPCB | powerpcb.exe | Mentor Graphics Corp | 0.14% | |
| SPICE Simulator w/ Schematic Capture | scad3.exe | 0.11% | ||
| pcb.exe | pcb.exe | 0.1% | ||
| swriter.exe | swriter.exe | 0.08% | ||
| Serif PhotoPlus X3 | photopls.exe | Serif (Europe) Ltd. | 0.08% | |
| Schematic Capture and PCB Layout Program | pcbartist.exe | WestDev | 0.08% | |
| The Print Shop | pslaunch.exe | 0.06% | ||
| psdcwin.exe | psdcwin.exe | 0.06% | ||
| Internet Explorer | iexplore.exe | Microsoft Corporation | 0.05% | |
| Schematic Capture and PCB Layout Program | epcwin.exe | WestDev Ltd | 0.04% | |
| Windows Wordpad Application | wordpad.exe | Microsoft Corporation | 0.03% | |
| Microsoft Office Picture Manager | ois.exe | Microsoft Corporation | 0.03% | |
| Pad2Pad Application | pad2pad.exe | 0.03% | ||
| WISE Database Viewer Executable | wisedbviewer.exe | WISE Software Solutions, Inc. | 0.03% | |
| Aladdin StuffIt Express | express.exe | Aladdin Systems, Inc. | 0.02% | |
| expresssch.exe | expresssch.exe | Engineering Express. | 0.02% | |
| Mentor Graphics Application | expeditionpcb.exe | Mentor Graphics Corporation | 0.02% | |
| Windows Media Player | wmplayer.exe | Microsoft Corporation | 0.01% | |
| Microsoft Office PowerPoint | powerpnt.exe | Microsoft Corporation | 0.01% | |
| Windows Photo Viewer | photoviewer.dll | Microsoft Corporation | 0.01% | |
| pvypgmmain.exe | pvypgmmain.exe | 0.01% | ||
| PADSViewer | powerpcbviewer.exe | Mentor Graphics Corporation | 0.01% | |
| Microsoft Application Virtualization Client Tray | sfttray.exe | Microsoft Corporation | 0.01% | |
| File Association Manager | fam.exe | 0.01% |
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