EPF files exist as 2 different types. Please find information about each of them below.
Type 1: EAGLE Project
File Function
| Primary Function |
Store project data |
| Additional Functions |
Archive designs, Facilitate sharing |
| Features |
Hierarchical structure, Contains settings |
File Characteristics
| Quality |
High precision |
| Supports Layers |
Yes |
| Supports Transparency |
No |
| Editable |
Yes |
Use Cases
| PCB Design |
Yes |
| Schematic Capture |
Yes |
| Manufacturing |
Yes |
Security and Practices
| Security Risks |
File corruption |
| Best Practices |
Regular backup, Version control |
Associated Types
| Similar Extensions |
.brd, .sch, .lbr, .scr |
Software Compatibility
| Software |
Usage Policy |
OS Compatibility |
 Autodesk EAGLE |
Subscription based |
Windows, Mac, Linux |
 Fusion 360 |
Subscription based |
Windows, Mac |
Type 2: Edgecam Educational Part File
File Function
| Primary Function |
Store part data |
| Additional Functions |
Educational use, Training |
| Features |
3D geometry, Toolpaths |
File Characteristics
| Quality |
High precision |
| Supports Layers |
Yes |
| Supports Transparency |
N/A |
| Editable |
Yes |
Use Cases
| Educational Purposes |
Yes |
| Industrial Design |
Yes |
| Manufacturing |
Training |
Security and Practices
| Security Risks |
File corruption |
| Best Practices |
Regular backups, Version control |
Associated Types
| Similar Extensions |
.vmp, .cmp, .ppf |
