GC‑PowerPlace is a Windows-based PCB panelization software developed for printed circuit board fabrication environments. It is designed to create, modify, and optimize production panels using standard PCB manufacturing data such as Gerber and drill files. The software focuses on step‑and‑repeat operations, array configuration, and panel layout preparation. It enables fabrication engineers to define board spacing, orientation, and placement within manufacturing panels. GC‑PowerPlace supports precise alignment and control to ensure panel configurations meet fabrication and assembly requirements. Positioned as a specialized panelization solution within the GraphiCode product portfolio, GC‑PowerPlace is intended for PCB manufacturers that require efficient and repeatable panel preparation processes. It integrates into CAM workflows and supports preparation of panelized outputs ready for fabrication. The system operates as a professional licensed desktop application for use in PCB production environments.

Key Features

Step‑and‑Repeat Panelization Create multiple board instances within a production panel.

• Define rows and columns
• Configure spacing and offsets
• Control rotation and mirroring

Panel Layout Management Organize boards within panel boundaries.

• Custom panel dimensions
• Board alignment control
• Precise placement adjustment

Gerber and Drill Data Support Processes standard manufacturing formats.

• Gerber data handling
• Excellon drill integration
• Multi-layer support

Manufacturing Preparation Prepare panelized data for production.

• Output generation for fabrication
• Drill data alignment across panel
• Consistent layer replication

Integration with CAM Workflows Supports fabrication engineering processes.

• Compatible with upstream design outputs
• Suitable for integration into CAM departments
• Repeatable panel creation procedures

Benefits

Improved Material Utilization Optimizes board placement within panels.

• Reduce unused panel space
• Increase production efficiency
• Improve throughput per panel

Production Consistency Standardized panel configurations.

• Repeatable layout structures
• Reduced manual adjustments
• Improved process reliability

Reduced Preparation Time Speeds up panel creation tasks.

• Automated array generation
• Simplified layout adjustments
• Faster transition to manufacturing

Enhanced Control Over Layout Detailed placement and orientation options.

• Precise board spacing
• Alignment flexibility
• Adaptation to fabrication constraints

Better Manufacturing Readiness Ensures panels are prepared for production equipment.

• Consistent drill replication
• Accurate layer duplication
• Structured output generation