NX Find out if the IDX file contains traces.

2021-10-06T23:27:47Z
NX for Design

Summary


Details

After importing an IDX file, the traces are not imported.



Solution

If you open the IDX file into an editor, search for the line that contains <pdm:LayerPurpose>.  If the line has a value of PowerOrGround or OtherSignal it indicates that traces do exist. If the value is LandsOnly, this is for pads, if the value is SolderMask this is for Masks.

Has Traces:
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<pdm:LayerPurpose>PowerOrGround</pdm:LayerPurpose>
<pdm:LayerPurpose>OtherSignal</pdm:LayerPurpose>

No Traces;
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<pdm:LayerPurpose>LandsOnly</pdm:LayerPurpose>
<pdm:LayerPurpose>SolderMask</pdm:LayerPurpose>

Hardware/Software Configuration

Platform: all
OS: n/a
OS Version: n/a
Product: NX
Application: PRINTED_CIRCUIT
Version: V1867
Function: PCB_EXCHANGE

Ref: 002-8516245

KB Article ID# PL8516245

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