GC‑PrevuePlus is a Windows-based PCB CAM (Computer-Aided Manufacturing) application developed for processing, editing, and preparing electronic manufacturing data. It extends the functionality of GC‑Prevue by adding data editing, panelization, and manufacturing preparation tools. The software is used by PCB fabricators, assembly houses, and engineering teams to modify, analyze, and optimize Gerber and drill data before fabrication. It supports common electronic manufacturing formats including Gerber, Excellon drill files, and AutoCAD DXF/DWG data. GC‑PrevuePlus provides tools for editing artwork, modifying apertures, adjusting pad stacks, performing step-and-repeat panelization, and generating manufacturing documentation. It is positioned as a cost-effective CAM solution for PCB production environments that require more than basic viewing capabilities. Licensing is typically offered as a 12‑month single-user subscription including technical support during the active license period.

Key Features

Comprehensive File Support Reads and processes industry-standard PCB manufacturing data.

• Gerber (including extended standards)
• Excellon and other drill formats
• AutoCAD DXF and DWG
• Additional common manufacturing formats

Gerber Data Editing Modify PCB artwork directly within the software.

• Add, delete, or change graphical elements
• Edit apertures and pad definitions
• Adjust copper features P anelization (Step-and-Repeat) Prepare boards for production panels.
• Step-and-repeat layout creation
• Array configuration
• Optimize board placement for fabrication

Layer and Data Management Control and organize manufacturing layers.

• Layer alignment and overlay
• Data merging
• Layer adjustments

Measurement and Analysis Tools Inspect geometry and spacing.

• Edge-to-edge measurement
• Center-to-center measurement
• Spacing and dimension verification

Drill File Processing Handle and adjust drilling data.

• Import and edit drill files
• Tool list management
• Drill data verification

Documentation and Output Generation Prepare production-ready documentation.

• Dimensioned drawings
• Annotated outputs
• Print and plot generation

DXF/DWG Integration Work with mechanical and CAD data.

• Import mechanical outlines
• Combine PCB and mechanical layers
• Support for manufacturing alignment

Licensing and Support Subscription-based access.

• 12‑month single-user license
• Installation on one PC per license
• Technical support during subscription period

Benefits

Manufacturing Readiness Ensures PCB data is production-ready before fabrication.

• Detect and correct data issues
• Adjust artwork as required
• Prepare panel layouts efficiently

Reduced Production Errors Editing capabilities minimize fabrication risks.

• Correct spacing conflicts
• Validate drill data
• Confirm layer integrity

Cost Efficiency Alternative to high-end CAM systems.

• Suitable for small to mid-size fabrication shops
• Lower complexity compared to enterprise CAM
• Practical toolset for routine tasks

Improved Workflow Integration Works within established PCB processes.

• Compatible with common CAD outputs
• Supports collaboration between design and fabrication
• Integrates mechanical and PCB data

Enhanced Control Over Data Direct editing reduces dependency on design revisions.

• Make production-level adjustments
• Modify panel layouts internally
• Adapt files to fabrication requirements