Open Any PCB File Format — KiCad, Gerber, Eagle, Altium, EasyEDA
One Viewer for All PCB Formats
Stop switching between different viewers for different file formats. MakerSuite 3D automatically detects and parses five major PCB formats — all in one browser tab.
Supported Formats in Detail
KiCad (.kicad_pcb)
Full S-expression recursive parser. Supports multi-layer PCBs (up to 32 copper layers), blind/buried vias, arc edge cuts, and zone fills. Reads component 3D model paths for STEP loading.
Gerber (.zip / .gbr / .ger)
RS-274X extended Gerber parser with Excellon drill file support. Automatic layer detection from filenames. Upload a ZIP with all layers or drag individual files. Supports Pick & Place and BOM CSV import.
Eagle (.brd)
Autodesk Eagle XML board parser. Extracts components, traces, vias, and silkscreen from the XML structure. Supports Eagle's rotation and mirroring conventions.
Altium (.PcbDoc)
OLE2/CFB binary format parser. Reads component positions, copper fills, mechanical layers, and Texts6 silkscreen data directly from the binary compound document.
EasyEDA / LCEDA (.json)
JSON format parser with coordinate conversion (10mil to mm). Maps EasyEDA layer numbers to standard PCB layer names. Supports exported project files.
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Just drag and drop your file. MakerSuite 3D examines the file extension and content to automatically select the right parser. No manual format selection needed.
Format Feature Comparison
Feature support varies by format due to the information each format stores:
- 3D Models — KiCad (model paths), Gerber (Pick&Place), Eagle/Altium/EasyEDA (footprint matching)
- BOM Data — All formats extract component reference, value, and footprint
- Net Connectivity — KiCad and Eagle have full net data; Gerber uses Web Worker analysis
- Layer Stackup — KiCad supports up to 32 layers; others vary by design
Frequently Asked Questions
Can I convert between PCB formats?
MakerSuite 3D is a viewer and analyzer, not a format converter. It opens any supported format for 3D visualization, BOM extraction, and supplier search.
Which format gives the best 3D rendering?
KiCad and Altium provide the most complete data including 3D model references and full net connectivity. Gerber files give the best results with Pick & Place data included.
How does automatic format detection work?
The file extension and internal content structure are analyzed to automatically select the correct parser — no manual format selection needed.
Can I view multiple formats in one session?
Yes. Simply drag and drop a new file to replace the current board. The viewer automatically detects and switches parsers.
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