# How to convert Eagle PCBs to 3D Models in Fusion 360 ## Overview ![](https://cdn-learn.adafruit.com/assets/assets/000/117/577/medium800/manufacturing_eagle-f360-banner.jpg?1673980733) Learn how to generate 3D models of Autodesk Eagle PCBs into 3D models with Autodesk Fusion 360. If you'd like to contribute your model back to the community, see the Guide [How to use 3D Parts GitHub Repo](https://learn.adafruit.com/how-to-use-3d-parts-github-repo). ## Create an Account with Autodesk You will need to register with Autodesk to create an account. It's free to create account with a valid email address. [Create Account with Autodesk](https://accounts.autodesk.com/register) ## Download Autodesk Software Use the links below to download Autodesk Eagle 9.3.0 and Autodesk Fusion 360. [Download Autodesk Eagle 9.3.0](http://eagle.autodesk.com/eagle/software-versions/39) [Download Fusion 360 for Personal Use](https://www.autodesk.com/products/fusion-360/personal) # How to convert Eagle PCBs to 3D Models in Fusion 360 ## Preparing Eagle PCBs ## Open PCB File in Eagle Start by opening your desired PCB file in Autodesk Eagle 9.3. Open the **.brd** file to go into the board editor. ## PCB Preview In Eagle, click on the **Manufacturing** tab on the right of the board editor interface to preview the PCB. Use the dropdown menu on the bottom left of the **PCB Preview** pop up window to toggle between the top and bottom of the PCB. ![manufacturing_eagle-pcb-preview.jpg](https://cdn-learn.adafruit.com/assets/assets/000/117/559/medium640/manufacturing_eagle-pcb-preview.jpg?1673964387) ## Customize PCB Click on the gear icon in the top left of the **PCB Preview** pop up window to show a menu for customizing the PCB. In the the list you can set colors for the PCB's background, copper, silkscreen, solder mask, and substrate. ![manufacturing_pcb-preview-configure.jpg](https://cdn-learn.adafruit.com/assets/assets/000/117/560/medium640/manufacturing_pcb-preview-configure.jpg?1673964552) ## Top & Bottom Labels Click on the **Layer Settings** icon in the toolbar on the left to open the **Visible Layers** panel. Layers 25-28 contain values that will appear on the top and bottom of the PCB. If you'd like to remove them, you can use the delete tool to delete the labels from the top and bottom of the PCB. ![manufacturing_pcb-top-bottom-labels.jpg](https://cdn-learn.adafruit.com/assets/assets/000/117/561/medium640/manufacturing_pcb-top-bottom-labels.jpg?1673964732) ## tPlace & bPlace Layers In the **Visible Layers** panel, show layers 21 (Top) and 22 (Bottom).  Elements on these layers are commonly displayed on the top and bottom silkscreen of the PCB. ![manufacturing_pcb-tPlace-bPlace.jpg](https://cdn-learn.adafruit.com/assets/assets/000/117/562/medium640/manufacturing_pcb-tPlace-bPlace.jpg?1673965232) ## Customized PCB Once you've customized the elements and colors, click on the **Manufacturing** tab to see the updated PCB Preview. Take a moment to inspect the top and bottom of the PCB and make adjustments as you see fit. ![manufacturing_pcb-top-bottom-customized.jpg](https://cdn-learn.adafruit.com/assets/assets/000/117/563/medium640/manufacturing_pcb-top-bottom-customized.jpg?1673966206) # How to convert Eagle PCBs to 3D Models in Fusion 360 ## Convert Eagle PCB to F360 ## Sync To Fusion 360 Click on the **Fusion 360** tab on the right side of the board editor interface. Select the **Create new Fusion 360 design** option. ![manufacturing_F360-sync-new-design.jpg](https://cdn-learn.adafruit.com/assets/assets/000/117/564/medium640/manufacturing_F360-sync-new-design.jpg?1673967274) ## Save PCB Select a location from your Fusion 360 account to save your PCB, then click OK. In the next step, enter a description if you'd like. Then click the **Push** button. The last step shows a status bar. Pushing the PCB to Fusion 360 may take a few minutes. You have the option to hide the window while waiting.  ![manufacturing_F360-sync-saving.jpg](https://cdn-learn.adafruit.com/assets/assets/000/117/565/medium640/manufacturing_F360-sync-saving.jpg?1673967351) ## Successful Fusion 360 Sync A dialog box will appear once the push has been successfully completed. Click OK to close the dialog box. ![manufacturing_F360-sync-done.jpg](https://cdn-learn.adafruit.com/assets/assets/000/117/566/medium640/manufacturing_F360-sync-done.jpg?1673967553) # How to convert Eagle PCBs to 3D Models in Fusion 360 ## F360 Design ## Open PCB in Fusion 360 In Fusion 360, locate your converted PCB in the data panel on the left side of the interface. Double click on the PCB to open the design. ![manufacturing_F360-open-design.jpg](https://cdn-learn.adafruit.com/assets/assets/000/117/567/medium640/manufacturing_F360-open-design.jpg?1673967833) ## Edit PCB The PCB will need to be edited in order to populate the board with components. In the bottom of the interface, right-click on the PCB icon and select **Edit**. ![manufacturing_F360-edit-PCB.jpg](https://cdn-learn.adafruit.com/assets/assets/000/117/568/medium640/manufacturing_F360-edit-PCB.jpg?1673968020) ## Add Components to PCB In the **Browser** panel, click on the dropdown icon next to the PCB Component folder. The PCB component folder contains all of the objects in the PCB from Eagle. This includes library objects and components such as capacitors, resistors and connectors. Choose a desired component you'd like to add and right-click on it. Select **Replace Component Body** from the contextual menu. ![manufacturing_F360-replace-component.jpg](https://cdn-learn.adafruit.com/assets/assets/000/117/569/medium640/manufacturing_F360-replace-component.jpg?1673968272) ## Find Components There several websites to download free 3D models of components. The 3D models will need to be in the STEP file format. Here are a few places to get 3D models of components - [GrabCAD](https://grabcad.com/) - [Digikey](https://www.digikey.com/) - [Library IO](https://libraries.io/) - [SnapEDA](https://www.snapeda.com/) ![manufacturing_site-logos.jpg](https://cdn-learn.adafruit.com/assets/assets/000/117/576/medium640/manufacturing_site-logos.jpg?1673980086) https://youtu.be/m1fdYjTCLF0 ## Fusion 360 Component Generator Optionally generate 3D models of components using Fusion 360 **Package Generator**. The video tutorial will walk you through create custom header pins for a PCB. ![manufacturing_F360-package-generator.jpg](https://cdn-learn.adafruit.com/assets/assets/000/117/578/medium640/manufacturing_F360-package-generator.jpg?1673980934) ## Select Components Locate the component you would like to add to the PCB. Click the **Open** button to select the component. ![manufacturing_F360-select-component.jpg](https://cdn-learn.adafruit.com/assets/assets/000/117/570/medium640/manufacturing_F360-select-component.jpg?1673968624) ## Move Component Use the manipulator handles to move and orient the component in it's desired location. Optionally enter values into the **Move PCB Component Body** dialog. Depending on the component, you may need to flip the part to be in the correct orientation. ![manufacturing_F360-move-component.jpg](https://cdn-learn.adafruit.com/assets/assets/000/117/571/medium640/manufacturing_F360-move-component.jpg?1673968718) ## Adding Components Use the orbit tool to move around the component to inspect its location. The goal is to place the component as close to the footprint as possible.   Click **OK** to append the component to the PCB. Proceed to add components using the **Replace Component Body** feature. ![manufacturing_F360-stemma-qt.jpg](https://cdn-learn.adafruit.com/assets/assets/000/117/572/medium640/manufacturing_F360-stemma-qt.jpg?1673971450) ![manufacturing_F360-SOT363.jpg](https://cdn-learn.adafruit.com/assets/assets/000/117/573/medium640/manufacturing_F360-SOT363.jpg?1673971527) # Finished PCB Click on the **Finish PCB** button at the top of the tool bar menu when you are satisfied with your PCB and ready to exit the Edit PCB workspace. ![manufacturing_F360-finish-pcb.jpg](https://cdn-learn.adafruit.com/assets/assets/000/117/574/medium640/manufacturing_F360-finish-pcb.jpg?1673976200) ## Related Guides - [3D Printed Raspberry Pi A+ Case](https://learn.adafruit.com/3d-printed-raspberry-pi-a-plus-case.md) - [PiGRRL - Raspberry Pi Gameboy](https://learn.adafruit.com/pigrrl-raspberry-pi-gameboy.md) - [Digital Clock with CircuitPython](https://learn.adafruit.com/digital-clock-with-circuitpython.md) - [Circuit Playground Gizmo Ornaments](https://learn.adafruit.com/display-ornaments-with-circuit-playground.md) - [Cappy Monster M4sk with Animated Eyes](https://learn.adafruit.com/cappy-monster-m4sk.md) - [Unibeam](https://learn.adafruit.com/unibeam.md) - [3D Printed LED Knuckle Jewelry ](https://learn.adafruit.com/3d-printed-led-knuckle-jewelry.md) - [OctoPrint - Open Source Host Software](https://learn.adafruit.com/octoprint-open-source-host-software.md) - [3D Printed LED-Animation BMO](https://learn.adafruit.com/3d-printed-led-animation-bmo.md) - [BlueLive: Livestream Studio switcher controller](https://learn.adafruit.com/bluelive.md) - [EYE SHOOTOUT: Contrasting Open Source and Big Retail Electronics](https://learn.adafruit.com/eye-shootout-contrasting-open-source-and-big-retail-electronics.md) - [Light Up Prop with Prop-Maker](https://learn.adafruit.com/prop-maker-light-wand.md) - [Glowing Scale Armor](https://learn.adafruit.com/glowing-scale-armor.md) - [Human Ear iPhone Case](https://learn.adafruit.com/ear-phone.md) - [3D Printed Band for Apple Watch](https://learn.adafruit.com/3d-printed-band-for-apple-watch.md)