Input file
DBC
- Full Name: OrCAD Capture CIS Database Configuration Format
- Developer: N/A
Output file
DBF
- Full Name: Common Database Format
- Developer: dBASE
What is DBC file?
The DBC file extension is used by PCB (printed circuit board) design software programOrCAD Capture CIS for project configuration database files. This type of file contains the important design parameters, such as component and pad information, layer specifications, and NETCLASS data. It also houses the footprint definitions, part libraries, symbols, colors, and other foundational information about the printed circuit board design project. [ ⏩ ] DBC file extension
What is DBF file?
The DBF file extension is commonly used for database files, specifically those created with the dBase IV program from dBASE.com. The files are also used by many other relational database programs, like FoxPro, Visual FoxPro, and Clipper. DBF files consist of data stored in a structured form, usually tabular format, and can be opened with both text editors and database programs such as Microsoft Access. Other related extensions include DB, FPT, DBT, and DBX. [ ⏩ ] DBF file extension
How to convert the file from DBC to DBF?
To successfully convert the DBC file to DBF, you should install one of the applications from the list. After installing the software, open the program and select the file you want to convert (file-name.DBC). The next step is to select the target format from the list, in this case DBF (usually converters allow you to convert to several different formats, so check out their features - maybe one of the available formats will suit you more than DBF).
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