DownStream Products 2021 (14.5.1764)

The software developer DownStream Technologies, LLC announced the launch new build 1764 of CAM350/DFMStream 14.5 & BluePrint-PCB 6.5. In this version addresses some minor stability and performance improvements.

Release Summary
CAM350/DFMStream 14.5 is a major update to CAM350 14.1. The major focus of this release is support of RigidFlex and Embedded part design data via import from ODB++ and IPC-2581 file formats. Several areas of the product were updated to support new layer types, new area types and multiple stackups common in these advanced design technologies. Additional updates include expanded drill and via in pad checking in DFM Analysis.

CAM350 14.5 New Functionality
- Import/Export of ODB++ and IPC2581 Rigid-Flex design data
- Import/Export of ODB++ and IPC-2581 embedded parts
- Stack Up Visualizer updates to visualize and manage multiple stackups and zones and PCB Cores.
- Stack Up Visualizer updates to support PCB Core definitions and data passing using an IPC2581 Stack Up exchange format
- Stack Up Visualizer, Materials Editor enhancements to support new material layer types and PCB Core data passing using an IPC2581 Stack Up exchange format
- 3D Viewing of Rigid-Flex designs, embedded components, slots, cutouts and cavities
- Creation and management of rigid-flex related areas:
. stack up zone areas
. bend, rigid, flex and stiffener areas
. layer profile areas
- Expanded drill checking and via-in-pad DFM analysis checks

CAM350 14.5 Build 1764 Issues Resolved
67631 CAM350 Floating Option Advanced NC Editor does not enable Drill and Mill checks
66834 Auto Dim Script does not work properly in 14.x
67137 PADS import – incorrect for rounded rect aperatures
67250 Unplated to copper not working
67367 PADS import – Drill Letter size is incorrect
67106 Clear Silkscreen does not record and playback Mask Layers checkbox
66987 Many vias missing after importing this PADS ascii file
67676 Miscl file names in “Recent Files” after install

DownStream’s solutions are the defacto standard for engineering professionals to post process PCB designs. Our tools help to create and distribute all the deliverables required for a complete PCB manufacturing and assembly release package.


CAM350 is the industry de facto standard for verification, optimization and output generation to efficiently and effectively drive PCB fabrication and part of the truly integrated manufacturing data preparation solution from DownStream Technologies.

Today’s complex PCB designs require comprehensive verification before they are transferred to the PCB fabricator to ensure a successful and timely manufacture of bare boards. Problems arising during PCB fabrication can drastically impact product schedules, result in costly design re-spins, and require modifications to the design that might compromise the design’s integrity and intent. Inspecting, preparing and validating the PCB design prior to release to manufacturing will result in a significant increase in efficiency, less risk of design re-spin, and, most importantly, successful electronic products, built faster, at less cost.

3D visualization and documentation of manufacturing data helps to minimize manufacturing defects and delays in production. DFMStream is a comprehensive, yet easy-to-use tool suite designed to help engineers and designers analyze, verify and optimize a PCB design for successful manufacturing. It checks design and manufacturing rules on PCB design databases, Gerber and NC data any time during the PCB design cycle. DFMStream also fosters collaboration between engineer/designer and fabricator.


BluePrint-PCB works your PCB CAD system and/or CAM350 to help you quickly produce comprehensive electronic drawings to drive PCB fabrication, assembly and inspection processes.

Whats new in CAM350 14.5 and BluePrint 6.5


DownStream Technologies, LLC is a software and services company focused on helping high-tech engineering organizations optimize and automate the PCB Release Process. We deliver a truly integrated manufacturing data preparation platform. Our solutions allow engineering and manufacturing teams to work together to transition Printed Circuit Boards (PCB) designs into successful, physical PCBs, faster and and without compromise.

Product: DownStream Products
Version: 2020 build 1764
Supported Architectures: x64
Website Home Page : www.downstreamtech.com
Languages Supported: english
System Requirements: PC *
Size: 1.1 Gb