[{"data":1,"prerenderedAt":47},["ShallowReactive",2],{"blog-keyboard-pcb-gerber-files-cn":3},{"title":4,"description":5,"date":6,"lastUpdated":6,"category":7,"image":8,"readingTime":9,"wordCount":10,"timeRequired":11,"htmlContent":12,"faq":13,"tags":14,"slug":21,"sourceLocale":22,"jsonld":23},"Keyboard PCB Gerber Files: Manufacturing Output Guide","Generate correct Gerber and drill files for keyboard PCB production. Covers file formats, export from all major EDA tools, verification methods, and submission best practices.","2025-07-24","design","/assets/img/blogs/2025/07/keyboard-pcb-gerber-files.webp",8,1517,"PT8M","\u003Cp>The final step in \u003Ca href=\"/cn/blog/keyboard-pcb-design/\">keyboard PCB design\u003C/a> is generating manufacturing files that accurately communicate your design to the fabrication facility. Gerber files—the industry-standard format—describe each PCB layer as drawing commands. Errors in file generation can result in incorrect boards, manufacturing delays, or rejected orders.\u003C/p>\n\u003Cp>HILPCB accepts Gerber files from all major PCB design software and provides design review to catch potential issues before production.\u003C/p>\n\u003Ch2>In This Guide\u003C/h2>\n\u003Col>\n\u003Cli>\u003Ca href=\"#gerber-layers\">Understanding Gerber File Layers\u003C/a>\u003C/li>\n\u003Cli>\u003Ca href=\"#drill-files\">Drill File Formats and Generation\u003C/a>\u003C/li>\n\u003Cli>\u003Ca href=\"#eda-software\">Supported PCB Design Software\u003C/a>\u003C/li>\n\u003Cli>\u003Ca href=\"#kicad-export\">KiCad Export Process (Example)\u003C/a>\u003C/li>\n\u003Cli>\u003Ca href=\"#verification\">Gerber Verification Before Submission\u003C/a>\u003C/li>\n\u003Cli>\u003Ca href=\"#assembly-files\">Assembly Files: BOM and Position Data\u003C/a>\u003C/li>\n\u003Cli>\u003Ca href=\"#file-organization\">File Organization and Manufacturer Specifications\u003C/a>\u003C/li>\n\u003C/ol>\n\u003Chr>\n\u003Ch2 id=\"gerber-layers\">Understanding Gerber File Layers\u003C/h2>\n\n\u003Cp>Gerber files use \u003Cstrong>RS-274X format (Extended Gerber)\u003C/strong>, the industry standard for decades. Each file describes one layer as a series of drawing commands that manufacturing equipment interprets to produce physical features.\u003C/p>\n\u003Ch3>Required Files for 2-Layer Keyboard PCB\u003C/h3>\n\u003Ctable>\n\u003Cthead>\n\u003Ctr>\n\u003Cth>File\u003C/th>\n\u003Cth>Extension\u003C/th>\n\u003Cth>Description\u003C/th>\n\u003C/tr>\n\u003C/thead>\n\u003Ctbody>\u003Ctr>\n\u003Ctd>Top Copper\u003C/td>\n\u003Ctd>.GTL\u003C/td>\n\u003Ctd>Traces, pads, copper pours on top\u003C/td>\n\u003C/tr>\n\u003Ctr>\n\u003Ctd>Bottom Copper\u003C/td>\n\u003Ctd>.GBL\u003C/td>\n\u003Ctd>Traces, pads, copper pours on bottom\u003C/td>\n\u003C/tr>\n\u003Ctr>\n\u003Ctd>Top Solder Mask\u003C/td>\n\u003Ctd>.GTS\u003C/td>\n\u003Ctd>Mask openings for soldering\u003C/td>\n\u003C/tr>\n\u003Ctr>\n\u003Ctd>Bottom Solder Mask\u003C/td>\n\u003Ctd>.GBS\u003C/td>\n\u003Ctd>Mask openings on bottom\u003C/td>\n\u003C/tr>\n\u003Ctr>\n\u003Ctd>Top Silkscreen\u003C/td>\n\u003Ctd>.GTO\u003C/td>\n\u003Ctd>Component labels, graphics\u003C/td>\n\u003C/tr>\n\u003Ctr>\n\u003Ctd>Bottom Silkscreen\u003C/td>\n\u003Ctd>.GBO\u003C/td>\n\u003Ctd>Labels on bottom (if used)\u003C/td>\n\u003C/tr>\n\u003Ctr>\n\u003Ctd>Board Outline\u003C/td>\n\u003Ctd>.GKO/.GM1\u003C/td>\n\u003Ctd>PCB edge, must be closed path\u003C/td>\n\u003C/tr>\n\u003C/tbody>\u003C/table>\n\u003Ch3>Optional Files\u003C/h3>\n\u003Cul>\n\u003Cli>\u003Cstrong>Paste Layers (.GTP, .GBP):\u003C/strong> Solder paste stencil openings—required for assembly orders\u003C/li>\n\u003Cli>\u003Cstrong>Drill Drawing:\u003C/strong> Visual hole representation—helpful but not required\u003C/li>\n\u003C/ul>\n\u003Cp>\u003Cstrong>Copper layers\u003C/strong> define conductive features. \u003Cstrong>Solder mask layers\u003C/strong> define mask \u003Cem>openings\u003C/em> (negative logic). \u003Cstrong>Silkscreen\u003C/strong> prints on top of mask. \u003Cstrong>Board outline\u003C/strong> must be a single continuous closed path.\u003C/p>\n\u003Chr>\n\u003Ch2 id=\"drill-files\">Drill File Formats and Generation\u003C/h2>\n\n\u003Cp>\u003Cstrong>Excellon\u003C/strong> is the standard drill file format—ASCII text containing tool definitions and hole coordinates.\u003C/p>\n\u003Ch3>Typical Keyboard Drill Sizes\u003C/h3>\n\u003Cul>\n\u003Cli>\u003Cstrong>Vias:\u003C/strong> 0.3-0.4mm\u003C/li>\n\u003Cli>\u003Cstrong>Switch pins:\u003C/strong> 1.27mm\u003C/li>\n\u003Cli>\u003Cstrong>PCB-mount pins:\u003C/strong> 1.7mm\u003C/li>\n\u003Cli>\u003Cstrong>Stabilizer housing:\u003C/strong> 3.0mm\u003C/li>\n\u003Cli>\u003Cstrong>Mounting holes:\u003C/strong> 2.2mm (M2)\u003C/li>\n\u003C/ul>\n\u003Ch3>PTH vs NPTH\u003C/h3>\n\u003Cp>\u003Cstrong>Plated Through-Holes (PTH):\u003C/strong> Copper-plated for electrical connection—switch pins, vias, component leads.\u003C/p>\n\u003Cp>\u003Cstrong>Non-Plated (NPTH):\u003C/strong> Mechanical only—mounting holes, alignment pins, stabilizer screws.\u003C/p>\n\u003Cp>\u003Cstrong>Best practice:\u003C/strong> Generate separate PTH and NPTH files. Use millimeters with decimal format for clarity.\u003C/p>\n\u003Chr>\n\u003Cdiv style=\"background: linear-gradient(135deg, #1f2937 0%, #374151 100%); border-radius: 20px; padding: 32px 24px; margin: 32px 0; box-shadow: 0 12px 32px rgba(0,0,0,0.3);\">\n\u003Ch3 style=\"color: #f3f4f6; font-size: 17px; font-weight: 700; margin: 0 0 24px 0; text-align: center;\">Essential Gerber Files\u003C/h3>\n\u003Cdiv style=\"display: grid; grid-template-columns: repeat(2, 1fr); gap: 16px;\">\n\u003Cdiv style=\"background: rgba(255,255,255,0.08); border-radius: 10px; padding: 20px 14px; text-align: center;\">\n\u003Cdiv style=\"font-size: 20px; font-weight: 800; color: #9ca3af;\">.GTL / .GBL\u003C/div>\n\u003Cdiv style=\"font-size: 12px; color: #d1d5db; margin-top: 6px;\">Top/Bottom Copper\u003C/div>\n\u003C/div>\n\u003Cdiv style=\"background: rgba(255,255,255,0.08); border-radius: 10px; padding: 20px 14px; text-align: center;\">\n\u003Cdiv style=\"font-size: 20px; font-weight: 800; color: #9ca3af;\">.GTS / .GBS\u003C/div>\n\u003Cdiv style=\"font-size: 12px; color: #d1d5db; margin-top: 6px;\">Solder Mask\u003C/div>\n\u003C/div>\n\u003Cdiv style=\"background: rgba(255,255,255,0.08); border-radius: 10px; padding: 20px 14px; text-align: center;\">\n\u003Cdiv style=\"font-size: 20px; font-weight: 800; color: #9ca3af;\">.GTO / .GBO\u003C/div>\n\u003Cdiv style=\"font-size: 12px; color: #d1d5db; margin-top: 6px;\">Silkscreen\u003C/div>\n\u003C/div>\n\u003Cdiv style=\"background: rgba(255,255,255,0.08); border-radius: 10px; padding: 20px 14px; text-align: center;\">\n\u003Cdiv style=\"font-size: 20px; font-weight: 800; color: #9ca3af;\">.GKO + .DRL\u003C/div>\n\u003Cdiv style=\"font-size: 12px; color: #d1d5db; margin-top: 6px;\">Outline + Drills\u003C/div>\n\u003C/div>\n\u003C/div>\n\u003C/div>\n\n\u003Ch2 id=\"eda-software\">Supported PCB Design Software\u003C/h2>\n\n\u003Cp>HILPCB accepts Gerber files from \u003Cstrong>all standard PCB design software\u003C/strong>. The Gerber format (RS-274X) is universal—properly generated files work regardless of which tool created them.\u003C/p>\n\u003Ch3>Popular PCB Design Tools\u003C/h3>\n\u003Cp>\u003Cstrong>Professional/Commercial:\u003C/strong>\u003C/p>\n\u003Cul>\n\u003Cli>\u003Cstrong>Altium Designer:\u003C/strong> Industry-standard professional tool with comprehensive Gerber export\u003C/li>\n\u003Cli>\u003Cstrong>Cadence OrCAD/Allegro:\u003C/strong> Enterprise-level PCB design suite\u003C/li>\n\u003Cli>\u003Cstrong>Mentor PADS/Xpedition:\u003C/strong> Professional PCB design with advanced features\u003C/li>\n\u003Cli>\u003Cstrong>Zuken CR-8000:\u003C/strong> High-end design for complex boards\u003C/li>\n\u003C/ul>\n\u003Cp>\u003Cstrong>Accessible/Hobbyist-Friendly:\u003C/strong>\u003C/p>\n\u003Cul>\n\u003Cli>\u003Cstrong>KiCad:\u003C/strong> Free, open-source, extremely popular in keyboard community\u003C/li>\n\u003Cli>\u003Cstrong>EasyEDA:\u003C/strong> Free web-based tool with integrated ordering\u003C/li>\n\u003Cli>\u003Cstrong>Autodesk Eagle:\u003C/strong> Long-established tool, free version available (\u003Ca href=\"/cn/blog/kicad-vs-eagle/\">KiCad vs Eagle compared\u003C/a>)\u003C/li>\n\u003Cli>\u003Cstrong>Autodesk Fusion 360 Electronics:\u003C/strong> Integrated mechanical/electronics design\u003C/li>\n\u003Cli>\u003Cstrong>CircuitMaker:\u003C/strong> Free community-based tool from Altium\u003C/li>\n\u003C/ul>\n\u003Cp>\u003Cstrong>Specialized:\u003C/strong>\u003C/p>\n\u003Cul>\n\u003Cli>\u003Cstrong>Diptrace:\u003C/strong> Affordable professional-grade tool\u003C/li>\n\u003Cli>\u003Cstrong>Target 3001!:\u003C/strong> German software with strong European following\u003C/li>\n\u003Cli>\u003Cstrong>DesignSpark PCB:\u003C/strong> Free tool from RS Components\u003C/li>\n\u003C/ul>\n\u003Ch3>Common Export Features\u003C/h3>\n\u003Cp>All these tools export standard RS-274X Gerber and Excellon drill files. Specific menu locations and options vary, but the output format is identical. The following section uses KiCad as a detailed example—similar concepts apply to other software.\u003C/p>\n\u003Chr>\n\u003Ch2 id=\"kicad-export\">KiCad Export Process (Example)\u003C/h2>\n\n\u003Cp>KiCad is popular in the keyboard community due to its open-source nature and excellent keyboard-specific libraries. This walkthrough demonstrates the export process—similar steps apply in other EDA tools.\u003C/p>\n\u003Ch3>Gerber Export (File → Plot)\u003C/h3>\n\u003Col>\n\u003Cli>\u003Cp>\u003Cstrong>Output directory:\u003C/strong> Create dedicated folder (e.g., \u003Ccode>./gerber/\u003C/code>)\u003C/p>\n\u003C/li>\n\u003Cli>\u003Cp>\u003Cstrong>Format:\u003C/strong> Select "Gerber"\u003C/p>\n\u003C/li>\n\u003Cli>\u003Cp>\u003Cstrong>Layers to plot:\u003C/strong>\u003C/p>\n\u003Cul>\n\u003Cli>F.Cu, B.Cu (copper)\u003C/li>\n\u003Cli>F.SilkS, B.SilkS (silkscreen)\u003C/li>\n\u003Cli>F.Mask, B.Mask (solder mask)\u003C/li>\n\u003Cli>Edge.Cuts (board outline)\u003C/li>\n\u003Cli>F.Paste, B.Paste (if ordering assembly)\u003C/li>\n\u003C/ul>\n\u003C/li>\n\u003Cli>\u003Cp>\u003Cstrong>Options:\u003C/strong>\u003C/p>\n\u003Cul>\n\u003Cli>Enable "Plot reference designators"\u003C/li>\n\u003Cli>Enable "Check zone fills before plotting"\u003C/li>\n\u003Cli>Enable "Use Protel filename extensions" (for universal .GTL, .GBL naming)\u003C/li>\n\u003Cli>Coordinate format: 4.6 (millimeters)\u003C/li>\n\u003C/ul>\n\u003C/li>\n\u003C/ol>\n\u003Ch3>Drill File Export\u003C/h3>\n\u003Col>\n\u003Cli>Click "Generate Drill Files" from Plot dialog\u003C/li>\n\u003Cli>\u003Cstrong>Format:\u003C/strong> Excellon\u003C/li>\n\u003Cli>\u003Cstrong>Units:\u003C/strong> Millimeters\u003C/li>\n\u003Cli>\u003Cstrong>Zeros format:\u003C/strong> Decimal\u003C/li>\n\u003Cli>\u003Cstrong>PTH/NPTH:\u003C/strong> Merge or separate per manufacturer preference\u003C/li>\n\u003Cli>Click "Generate Drill File"\u003C/li>\n\u003C/ol>\n\u003Ch3>Final Steps\u003C/h3>\n\u003Cp>Click "Plot" to generate all Gerber files. Verify output directory contains all expected files before proceeding to verification.\u003C/p>\n\u003Chr>\n\u003Ch2 id=\"verification\">Gerber Verification Before Submission\u003C/h2>\n\n\u003Cp>\u003Cstrong>Never submit manufacturing files without verification.\u003C/strong> A few minutes of checking prevents incorrect boards.\u003C/p>\n\u003Ch3>Free Gerber Viewers\u003C/h3>\n\u003Cul>\n\u003Cli>\u003Cstrong>Gerbv:\u003C/strong> Open-source, Linux/Windows\u003C/li>\n\u003Cli>\u003Cstrong>KiCad Gerber Viewer:\u003C/strong> Familiar interface for KiCad users\u003C/li>\n\u003Cli>\u003Cstrong>ZofzPCB:\u003C/strong> 3D visualization reveals issues not obvious in 2D\u003C/li>\n\u003Cli>\u003Cstrong>Tracespace.io:\u003C/strong> Web-based, no installation required\u003C/li>\n\u003Cli>\u003Cstrong>Reference Gerber Viewer:\u003C/strong> Many manufacturers provide online viewers\u003C/li>\n\u003C/ul>\n\u003Ch3>Verification Checklist\u003C/h3>\n\u003Cp>\u003Cstrong>File completeness:\u003C/strong>\u003C/p>\n\u003Cul>\n\u003Cli>All expected layers present and non-empty\u003C/li>\n\u003Cli>Drill file(s) included\u003C/li>\n\u003C/ul>\n\u003Cp>\u003Cstrong>Board outline:\u003C/strong>\u003C/p>\n\u003Cul>\n\u003Cli>Single closed path\u003C/li>\n\u003Cli>Correct overall dimensions\u003C/li>\n\u003C/ul>\n\u003Cp>\u003Cstrong>Copper layers:\u003C/strong>\u003C/p>\n\u003Cul>\n\u003Cli>All traces complete without gaps\u003C/li>\n\u003Cli>Copper pours filled correctly\u003C/li>\n\u003Cli>No unintended features\u003C/li>\n\u003C/ul>\n\u003Cp>\u003Cstrong>Solder mask:\u003C/strong>\u003C/p>\n\u003Cul>\n\u003Cli>Openings align with copper pads\u003C/li>\n\u003Cli>Appropriate clearance around pads\u003C/li>\n\u003C/ul>\n\u003Cp>\u003Cstrong>Silkscreen:\u003C/strong>\u003C/p>\n\u003Cul>\n\u003Cli>Text readable\u003C/li>\n\u003Cli>Doesn't overlap pad openings\u003C/li>\n\u003C/ul>\n\u003Cp>\u003Cstrong>Drill alignment:\u003C/strong>\u003C/p>\n\u003Cul>\n\u003Cli>Overlay copper + drill to verify holes center on pads\u003C/li>\n\u003Cli>All expected holes present\u003C/li>\n\u003C/ul>\n\u003Chr>\n\u003Ch2 id=\"assembly-files\">Assembly Files: BOM and Position Data\u003C/h2>\n\n\u003Cp>When ordering assembled boards, additional files guide component procurement and placement.\u003C/p>\n\u003Ch3>Bill of Materials (BOM)\u003C/h3>\n\u003Cp>Essential fields:\u003C/p>\n\u003Cul>\n\u003Cli>Reference designator (matches silkscreen)\u003C/li>\n\u003Cli>Value\u003C/li>\n\u003Cli>Footprint/package\u003C/li>\n\u003Cli>Manufacturer part number (critical for correct procurement)\u003C/li>\n\u003Cli>Quantity\u003C/li>\n\u003C/ul>\n\u003Cp>Export from your EDA tool—most provide BOM generation. CSV format is universally accepted.\u003C/p>\n\u003Ch3>Position/Centroid Files\u003C/h3>\n\u003Cp>Provide X/Y coordinates and rotation for automated pick-and-place:\u003C/p>\n\u003Cul>\n\u003Cli>Reference designator\u003C/li>\n\u003Cli>X position, Y position\u003C/li>\n\u003Cli>Rotation angle\u003C/li>\n\u003Cli>Board side (top/bottom)\u003C/li>\n\u003C/ul>\n\u003Cp>\u003Cstrong>Critical:\u003C/strong> Verify position file origin matches Gerber origin. Mismatched origins cause systematic placement offset.\u003C/p>\n\u003Chr>\n\u003Cdiv style=\"background: linear-gradient(135deg, #0c4a6e 0%, #0369a1 100%); border-radius: 20px; padding: 32px 24px; margin: 32px 0; box-shadow: 0 12px 32px rgba(0,0,0,0.3);\">\n\u003Ch3 style=\"color: #e0f2fe; font-size: 17px; font-weight: 700; margin: 0 0 24px 0; text-align: center;\">Standard Keyboard PCB Specifications\u003C/h3>\n\u003Cdiv style=\"display: grid; grid-template-columns: repeat(2, 1fr); gap: 16px;\">\n\u003Cdiv style=\"background: rgba(255,255,255,0.1); border-radius: 10px; padding: 20px 14px; text-align: center;\">\n\u003Cdiv style=\"font-size: 26px; font-weight: 800; color: #7dd3fc;\">2-Layer\u003C/div>\n\u003Cdiv style=\"font-size: 12px; color: #bae6fd; margin-top: 6px;\">Standard Construction\u003C/div>\n\u003C/div>\n\u003Cdiv style=\"background: rgba(255,255,255,0.1); border-radius: 10px; padding: 20px 14px; text-align: center;\">\n\u003Cdiv style=\"font-size: 26px; font-weight: 800; color: #7dd3fc;\">1.6mm\u003C/div>\n\u003Cdiv style=\"font-size: 12px; color: #bae6fd; margin-top: 6px;\">Standard Thickness\u003C/div>\n\u003C/div>\n\u003Cdiv style=\"background: rgba(255,255,255,0.1); border-radius: 10px; padding: 20px 14px; text-align: center;\">\n\u003Cdiv style=\"font-size: 26px; font-weight: 800; color: #7dd3fc;\">1oz Cu\u003C/div>\n\u003Cdiv style=\"font-size: 12px; color: #bae6fd; margin-top: 6px;\">2oz Available for RGB\u003C/div>\n\u003C/div>\n\u003Cdiv style=\"background: rgba(255,255,255,0.1); border-radius: 10px; padding: 20px 14px; text-align: center;\">\n\u003Cdiv style=\"font-size: 26px; font-weight: 800; color: #7dd3fc;\">ENIG\u003C/div>\n\u003Cdiv style=\"font-size: 12px; color: #bae6fd; margin-top: 6px;\">Recommended for Hot-Swap\u003C/div>\n\u003C/div>\n\u003C/div>\n\u003C/div>\n\n\u003Ch2 id=\"file-organization\">File Organization and Manufacturer Specifications\u003C/h2>\n\n\u003Ch3>Recommended Folder Structure\u003C/h3>\n\u003Cpre>\u003Ccode>keyboard-v1.0/\n├── gerber/\n│   ├── keyboard-F_Cu.GTL\n│   ├── keyboard-B_Cu.GBL\n│   ├── keyboard-F_Mask.GTS\n│   ├── ... (all Gerber files)\n│   └── keyboard.DRL\n├── assembly/\n│   ├── BOM.csv\n│   └── positions.csv\n└── README.txt\n\u003C/code>\u003C/pre>\n\u003Ch3>README Contents\u003C/h3>\n\u003Cp>Document essential specifications:\u003C/p>\n\u003Cul>\n\u003Cli>Project name, version, date\u003C/li>\n\u003Cli>Layer count, dimensions, thickness\u003C/li>\n\u003Cli>Copper weight, surface finish\u003C/li>\n\u003Cli>Solder mask color, silkscreen color\u003C/li>\n\u003Cli>Any special requirements\u003C/li>\n\u003C/ul>\n\u003Cp>Package as: \u003Ccode>keyboard-v1.0-gerbers.zip\u003C/code>\u003C/p>\n\u003Ch3>Standard Keyboard Specifications\u003C/h3>\n\u003Cp>Most keyboards use these cost-effective parameters:\u003C/p>\n\u003Cul>\n\u003Cli>\u003Cstrong>Layers:\u003C/strong> 2\u003C/li>\n\u003Cli>\u003Cstrong>Thickness:\u003C/strong> 1.6mm\u003C/li>\n\u003Cli>\u003Cstrong>Copper:\u003C/strong> 1oz (2oz for RGB-heavy)\u003C/li>\n\u003Cli>\u003Cstrong>Finish:\u003C/strong> HASL (economical) or ENIG (flat pads, hot-swap friendly)\u003C/li>\n\u003Cli>\u003Cstrong>Mask:\u003C/strong> Various colors available\u003C/li>\n\u003C/ul>\n\u003Ch3>HILPCB Capabilities\u003C/h3>\n\u003Cp>HILPCB accepts all standard Gerber formats:\u003C/p>\n\u003Cul>\n\u003Cli>\u003Cstrong>RS-274X:\u003C/strong> Universal standard\u003C/li>\n\u003Cli>\u003Cstrong>Gerber X2:\u003C/strong> Enhanced with embedded metadata\u003C/li>\n\u003Cli>\u003Cstrong>Excellon:\u003C/strong> Drill files\u003C/li>\n\u003Cli>\u003Cstrong>ODB++:\u003C/strong> Available on request\u003C/li>\n\u003C/ul>\n\u003Cp>\u003Cstrong>Manufacturing capabilities:\u003C/strong>\u003C/p>\n\u003Cul>\n\u003Cli>2-64 layers\u003C/li>\n\u003Cli>Standard 3/3mil (75μm) at standard pricing\u003C/li>\n\u003Cli>Advanced 2/2mil (50μm) when required\u003C/li>\n\u003Cli>24-48 hour quick-turn for standard builds\u003C/li>\n\u003C/ul>\n\u003Chr>\n\u003Cdiv data-component=\"BlogQuickQuoteInline\">\u003C/div>\n\n\u003Chr>\n\u003Ch2>HILPCB Manufacturing Services\u003C/h2>\n\u003Cp>HILPCB simplifies the manufacturing process:\u003C/p>\n\u003Cp>\u003Cstrong>Design Review:\u003C/strong> We validate Gerber format, layer alignment, and DFM issues—feedback within 24 hours for standard designs.\u003C/p>\n\u003Cp>\u003Cstrong>Fabrication:\u003C/strong> \u003Ca href=\"/cn/products/multilayer-pcb/\">Standard PCB\u003C/a> with multiple surface finish and mask color options.\u003C/p>\n\u003Cp>\u003Cstrong>Assembly:\u003C/strong> \u003Ca href=\"/cn/products/small-batch-assembly/\">Prototype assembly\u003C/a> for development, \u003Ca href=\"/cn/products/turnkey-assembly/\">turnkey production\u003C/a> for volume.\u003C/p>\n\u003Cp>Submit your keyboard Gerber files—our team verifies integrity and provides feedback before production begins.\u003C/p>\n\n\u003Csection class=\"related-links\" aria-label=\"Related\">\u003Ch3>Related links\u003C/h3>\u003Cul>\u003Cli>\u003Ca href=\"/cn/blog/keyboard-pcb-design/\">Keyboard PCB Design: Complete Guide to Custom Mechanical Keyboard\u003C/a>\u003C/li>\u003Cli>\u003Ca href=\"/cn/blog/kicad-vs-eagle/\">KiCad vs Eagle compared\u003C/a>\u003C/li>\u003Cli>\u003Ca href=\"/cn/products/multilayer-pcb/\">Standard PCB\u003C/a>\u003C/li>\u003Cli>\u003Ca href=\"/cn/products/small-batch-assembly/\">Prototype assembly\u003C/a>\u003C/li>\u003Cli>\u003Ca href=\"/cn/products/turnkey-assembly/\">turnkey production\u003C/a>\u003C/li>\u003C/ul>\u003C/section>",[],[15,16,17,18,19,20],"Keyboard Gerber Files","PCB Manufacturing","Gerber Export","KiCad Gerber","Excellon Drill","PCB Fabrication","keyboard-pcb-gerber-files","en",{"blog":24,"breadcrumb":33},{"@context":25,"@type":26,"headline":4,"description":5,"image":8,"url":27,"datePublished":6,"dateModified":6,"timeRequired":11,"keywords":28,"articleSection":7,"author":29,"publisher":32},"https://schema.org","BlogPosting","https://hilpcb.com/cn/blog/keyboard-pcb-gerber-files/","Keyboard Gerber Files, PCB Manufacturing, Gerber Export, KiCad Gerber, Excellon Drill, PCB Fabrication",{"@type":30,"name":31},"Organization","HILPCB",{"@type":30,"name":31},{"@context":25,"@type":34,"itemListElement":35},"BreadcrumbList",[36,41,45],{"@type":37,"position":38,"name":39,"item":40},"ListItem",1,"Home","https://hilpcb.com/",{"@type":37,"position":42,"name":43,"item":44},2,"Blog","https://hilpcb.com/cn/blog/",{"@type":37,"position":46,"name":21,"item":27},3,1791623286190]