Problem with DXF output in PowerPCB

[MarkW]

Hi to All:

This problem concerns the PowerPCB(v5.01) DXF export feature.
I am trying to DXF out the top and bottom routing layers of
the PCB. When the layer is exported it does not export the copper
pour. The traces and pads are there but no copper pour. The top and
bottom are designated as split/mixed plane's associated with GND.
The "Plane Connect" floods them properly but won't export the copper pour.
The option for "copper" and "copper pour" are checked on in the options box.

I tried designating the two layers as "No Plane" and do a flood. The pour
gets done properly but the DXF export results are the same.

I am doing each layer individually. Only "top" or"bottom" appears
in the selected colum

I'm stumped. If anyone could help I would greatly appreciate it.
I've spent almost a full day on this.

Thanks in advance.

Mark

[varora]

Turn on the layers starting with POUR_*

Execute Hatch command/ /scale pattern/angle/ select pour outline.

[MarkW]

Hi varora:
I tried what you suggested using the hatch command
but could not get the hatch to come in properly. It would hatch
certain components but not the copper pour.

I got the pads and traces to fill in using the FILL -> ON -> REGEN
command as seen in another post on the board.

I have a pdf file of what the top layer of the board should
look like and the dxf that was generated from PowerPCB.


From reading other peoples post's, it seems this is a common problem for many.


I've been looking at some gerber to dxf programs but half of them
did not work well and the trialware/demo one's said the board exceeded the demo limits.

If anyone has any ideas I would appreciate the help.

Thanks in advance.

Mark

[varora]

DXF out in inches and explode the pour outline once.
Attached is the poured copper dwg from your file.

[MarkW]

Hi varora:

I did that and it WORKS!. Many thanks for the help.
I can finally complete this job.

Thanks again

Mark