BRD File Documentation

Overview

Feature Value
File Extension .brd
MIME Type application/octet-stream
Developed by CadSoft Computer / Autodesk
File Type EAGLE Circuit Board File
Type of Format PCB design file
Primary Association Printed Circuit Board designs
Editable Yes, with EAGLE software
Binary/Text Binary
Open Standard Partial, proprietary but partially documented
Used For Designing circuit boards
Layer Information Contains multi-layer information for PCB fabrication
Compatibility Mostly compatible with various PCB manufacturing software
Encryption No inherent encryption
Unit of Measurement Imperial (Mils) or Metric (mm)
Can Contain Schematics, Layouts, Components, Traces, and Pads
Viewable With EAGLE, Autodesk Viewer, and some other PCB design tools
Scriptable Yes, with ULP (User Language Programs) in EAGLE
Export Formats Gerber, DXF, PDF, and others
Import Formats Schematic (.sch), libraries (.lbr), and others
Associated Software EAGLE PCB Design Software