What is MIME type "application/vnd.gerber"?

A MIME type is a string that tells browsers and other tools how to handle a particular kind of file.

application/vnd.gerber is a MIME type for the Gerber format. This format is used to store and exchange information for printed circuit board (PCB) manufacturing. It contains vector drawing instructions that define the layout of electronic circuits.

The Gerber file guides machines during fabrication. It programs photoplotters and CNC machines to produce accurate PCB layers. These layers often include copper traces, solder masks, and silkscreen.

• Main Use: Transferring PCB designs from electronic design automation tools to manufacturing equipment.
• Other Uses: Design verification and quality control during prototyping and production.
• Data Storage: Retaining precise vector data and coordinate instructions.

This MIME type commonly appears with files like GBR, which hold the essential details for PCB fabrication.

For more technical details, check resources like Wikipedia on Gerber file format.

Associated file extensions

.gbr

Usage Examples

HTTP Header

When serving content with this MIME type, set the Content-Type header:

    Content-Type: application/vnd.gerber
  

HTML

In HTML, you can specify the MIME type in various elements:

    <a href="file.dat" type="application/vnd.gerber">Download file</a>
  

Server-side (Node.js)

Setting the Content-Type header in Node.js:

    const http = require('http');
    
    http.createServer((req, res) => {
      res.setHeader('Content-Type', 'application/vnd.gerber');
      res.end('Content here');
    }).listen(3000);
  

Associated file extensions

.gbr