Catch production issues before the first board is made
In PCB manufacturing, the difference between a smooth launch and an expensive delay is often determined long before the first board hits the line. With the PCB-Investigator Fabrication Edition, production planners, EMS providers, and PCB manufacturers can evaluate fabrication readiness virtually, before physical production begins.
The solution provides a precise, fully interpretable digital model of the PCB design together with manufacturing parameters. That makes it possible to analyze producibility, process steps, and potential sources of error early, helping teams reduce rework, improve reliability, and shorten time-to-market.
Built for real manufacturing workflows
Fabrication Edition is designed for preparation and monitoring in production environments. It supports checks for unpopulated boards and the subsequent assembly process, making it easier to standardize quality control and automate recurring tasks.
A digital twin of the PCB design creates visibility before data becomes hardware.
Key capabilities include:
- Panel Builder with nesting algorithm
- Template analysis for structured manufacturing checks
- Bare board analysis (DRC) for early issue detection
- Tombstone and component analysis
- Test point report to support inspection planning
- Automation interface & script engine for repeatable workflows
- Additional import/export formats such as GenCad, IDF, and IPC2581
Fewer manual loops, more predictable output
Finding fabrication errors before production starts saves time, cost, and engineering capacity. It also gives manufacturing and quality teams a more stable basis for decision-making, especially when projects need to scale or move quickly.
If your team is working on fabrication readiness, this edition is worth a closer look. Download the free trial or request an individual quote to see how it fits your workflow.
