gerbv ☆

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Description:
Gerber (RS-274X) viewer

Type: Formula | Tracked Since: Dec 28, 2025

Links: Homepage | formulae.brew.sh

Category: Developer tools

Tags: electronics pcb gerber cad viewer

Install: brew install gerbv

About:
Gerbv is an open-source Gerber viewer used for inspecting printed circuit board (PCB) fabrication files. It supports the RS-274X (Gerber X) standard as well as drill and aperture files. The tool provides a graphical interface to visualize the layers of a PCB design, ensuring files are correct before manufacturing.

Key Features:

Supports RS-274X (Gerber X), drill, and aperture list files
Layer visibility toggling and color customization
Measurement tools for precise distance checking
Cross-platform GUI support (GTK+ based)

Use Cases:

Verifying Gerber files generated by PCB design software before sending to a fab house
Inspecting individual layers of a multi-layer PCB design
Viewing PCB layouts without access to the original design software

Alternatives:

ViewMate – Proprietary freeware alternative with similar viewing capabilities
KiCad (PCBNew) – Full EDA suite that includes a Gerber viewer, but heavier than Gerbv

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