Copper Balancing

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Copper Pour.

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documentNote:  The Active Layer must be displayed before Copper Balancing can be performed.  You should only turn on one layer.

 

youtube Online Movie: Using FAB 3000 to add copper with clearances

 

Command Sequence

 

1. Select menu: Tools | PCB Fabrication | Copper Balancing.... 

 

2. Verify the Clearance. This is the distance the copper will keep between itself and other objects.

 

3. Verify the Minimum Size.

documentNote:  Make sure you select the appropriate Silkscreen & Mask layers.  A common mistake occurs when a user selects a Top Silkscreen against a Bottom Mask. 

 

4. Press OK, and select the boundary to use for Copper Balancing.  All copper will be placed on the active layer.