IPC-2581 and ODB++ viewer for unified handoff packages.
Validate modern package integrity in browser before quote release, without EDA install overhead.
What it does
- Loads IPC-2581 (Rev B) and ODB++ packages.
- Layer, netlist and component visualization.
- Supports early validation handoffs between engineering and manufacturing.
- Complements the Gerber viewer for legacy-vs-modern packages.
IPC-2581 vs ODB++ vs Gerber — production handoff comparison
Gerber + Excellon + CPL: Three files (or more), units / origins must be re-stated for each.
ODB++: Single archive; layers, netlist and components in one place; mature in the EMS world.
IPC-2581: Open standard; single archive; component intelligence and DFM data first-class.
What we accept: All three; IPC-2581 / ODB++ preferred for fewer handoff defects.
Recommended workflow with the viewer
Export from EDA → load in viewer → verify layer set and netlist before quote request.
Use the component view to confirm reference designators match the BOM.
Compare stackup metadata against the intended design — most handoff errors live here.
Save a screenshot per layer for the design review record.
Why we publish it
IPC-2581 and ODB++ remove the need for separate Gerber, drill and pick-and-place files.
We encourage their use because they reduce manufacturing handoff risk.
The viewer makes the format approachable for teams not yet on it.
Send your manufacturing package to start scope review.