[SOLVED] Cuts : PCB design informations

[LandLack]

Hi,
One of the devices I need to use needs the PCB to be cut (and also two additional holes for the screw drivers). I'm new to PCB designing, and I've never worked on cuts...
How is it done? Do I need to define the shape with a new layer with it's own gerber file, or it is made shaping an already existing one, like the "Bound" layer (the one with the dielectric)? Also, what are the guidelines/rule of thumbs? How is it defined to a manufacturer?
Thank you for your help,

Best Regards,
LandLack

 

[keith1200rs]

The name depends on the software but a 'milling' or 'routing' layer would be used. The tools are typically 2mm down to 0.8mm - check with your manufacturer. Some will do smaller - I have sometimes used 0.5mm. If it is simply a round hole then just define it as such. Drilling is usually cheaper than milling.

Keith

 

[marvelpcb]

Hi Landlack,
I think the CUT you mean is the routing outline. You can just define the outline in a new layer. PCBs manufacturer will understand
BR
marvelpcb

 

[LandLack]

Thank you very much; I just shaped the "bound" layer, and the manufacturer understood;

Best Regards,
Landlack