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September 3, 2025 | PentaLogixEstimated reading time: 1 minute
Pentalogix, Inc., a leader in PCB design solutions, announced the launch of ViewMate Essentials, an advanced CAM package designed to enhance the workflow of PCB designers. Available starting September 2nd, 2025, ViewMate Essentials enables designers to view, edit, and manage PCB manufacturing files with exceptional precision, facilitating seamless collaboration with PCB fabricators and assemblers. ViewMate Essentials intelligently aggregates a multitude of manufacturing files, including Gerber, NC Drill, as well as Pick-and-Place data, Bill of Materials and layer stack information, ensuring seamless collaboration with both PCB fabricators and assemblers.
ViewMate Essentials offers sophisticated features tailored to the needs of modern PCB design. At its core is the integrated Smart DFM tool that verifies board layouts against the manufacturing specifications of the chosen PCB fabricator, ensuring error-free production by preventing costly manufacturing mistakes. The PCB Navigator enhances design efficiency by enabling automatic footprint identification, component viewing by Part Number or Reference Designator, high-contrast PCB visualization, advanced search and filtering, and instant access to component specifications, datasheets, and vendor links. These capabilities position ViewMate Essentials as a vital tool for improving productivity and collaboration in PCB design.
Available exclusively through annual subscription licenses, ViewMate Essentials includes unlimited software updates and dedicated customer support, ensuring designers have access to the latest features and expert assistance to streamline their workflow. PCB designers can explore ViewMate Essentials and start their subscription at pentalogix.com, where additional details and resources are available.
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