SOLIDWORKS Electrical Schematic
The go-to schematic solution for electrical designers, SOLIDWORKS Electrical Schematic is a parametric tool that fully automates error-prone and time-consuming tasks. The intelligent documentation capabilities enable a more efficient and consistent workflow, freeing up engineers to focus on design.
What is SOLIDWORKS Electrical Schematic?
SOLIDWORKS Electrical Schematic is purpose-built for electrical engineers and designers, providing intelligent schematic design capabilities that automate time-consuming documentation tasks. The Professional version offers critical SOLIDWORKS integration, enabling bidirectional data exchange between electrical schematics and mechanical CAD models. The ability to synchronize design and documentation between electrical and mechanical projects leads to a simplified workflow and enhanced collaboration across teams.
SOLIDWORKS Electrical Schematic Use Cases
SOLIDWORKS Electrical Schematic is designed specifically for electrical engineers working in organizations with separate mechanical and electrical design teams. Common use cases include:
Product Development
Accelerate the time to market by automating tedious and repetitive tasks such as documentation updates, while eliminating the chance of human error.
PLC and Terminal Management
Automate the creation and organization of Programmable Logic Controller (PLC) systems, including racks, modules, and channels, and allow for detailed management of terminals on PLCs.
Panel and Control Box Design
Lay out safety relays, controllers, and power distribution systems.
Wiring Harnesses
Create detailed harness diagrams.
Control Panels and Automation
Design motor control circuits, PLC wiring, and relay logic for automated machinery.
Vehicle Wiring Systems
Design schematics for lighting, power distribution, infotainment, and sensor systems.
Power Distribution
Document transformers, switchgear, and control systems for utilities.
Embedded Electronics
Design wiring for appliances, HVAC systems, or smart devices.
SOLIDWORKS Electrical Schematic Features & Benefits
SOLIDWORKS Electrical Schematic helps designers and engineers automate repetitive tasks, reduce documentation time by 50% or more, and focus on design innovation rather than manual documentation audits.
SOLIDWORKS Electrical Schematic Key Features
Transforms the design process through intelligent automation and purpose-built features.
Enables bidirectional data exchange between electrical schematics and SOLIDWORKS mechanical models, ensuring synchronized design data and cross-team collaboration across electrical and mechanical teams.
Updates all documentation instantaneously when a part is replaced.
Automatically generates comprehensive electrical documentation including BOMs, wire lists, and custom reports that stay synchronized with design changes.
Enables standardized electrical design practices through reusable circuits, component libraries, and consistent documentation formats.
Quickly updates all wire numbers in both the wiring diagram and documentation as you design, eliminating manual verification.
Provides automatic component tagging and real-time cross-referencing throughout your electrical design.
Provides access to extensive symbol libraries and manufacturer part libraries to facilitate efficient design.
Generates detailed documentation automatically, reducing traditional documentation time significantly.
Supports both multi-line and single-line diagrams, as well as mixed-mode schematics.
Streamlines the electrical design process with intelligent automation of wire numbering, component tagging, and documentation generation, allowing electrical designers to focus on design innovation.
Supports collaborative electrical design environments with advanced database management and multi-user capabilities essential for larger electrical engineering teams.
SOLIDWORKS Electrical Schematic Licensing & Packages
SOLIDWORKS Electrical Schematic offers two licensing options designed for different electrical engineering needs:
SOLIDWORKS Electrical Schematic Standard
Provides comprehensive schematic design tools for single-user electrical design projects. Includes automated wire numbering, component tagging, and report generation, but does not include SOLIDWORKS CAD integration capabilities.
SOLIDWORKS Electrical Schematic Professional
The recommended choice for electrical engineers working with SOLIDWORKS CAD. Includes all Standard features plus critical SOLIDWORKS integration, multi-user collaboration, advanced database management, and bidirectional data exchange with SOLIDWORKS mechanical models. Only the Professional version can trade information back and forth with SOLIDWORKS CAD.
Important Note: If your organization uses SOLIDWORKS CAD and requires integration between electrical schematics and mechanical designs, the Professional version is the only version that provides bidirectional data exchange with SOLIDWORKS.
SOLIDWORKS Electrical Schematic Package Comparison
Quickly compare SOLIDWORKS Electrical Schematic packages to find the best fit for your team’s needs:
Electrical Schematic Standard
Electrical Schematic Professional
Single-line Schematics
Multi-line Schematics
Mixed Schematic
2D Cabinet Creation
Electrical Component & Symbol Library
Design & Reuse
Automated Terminal Drawing Creation
Automated Circuit Cross-Referencing
Advanced Formula Manager
Electrical Component & Symbol Library Management
SOLIDWORKS Electrical Content Portal
Manufacturer Part
Symbol Editor
Marks & Wires Management
Report Generation
Multi-level Terminals Strip Support
SOLIDWORKS PDM Compatible
Link to SOLIDWORKS 3D CAD
Common ECAD & MCAD Database
PLC Tools
Dynamic Connector Tools
Real-time Collaboration
Real-time Synchronization
Deferred Update Mode
Classifications
SOLIDWORKS Electrical Schematic FAQs
What is SOLIDWORKS Electrical Schematic?
SOLIDWORKS Electrical Schematic is software for preparing electrical schematics, including design, wiring, 2D layouts, and terminal management. It helps automate repetitive tasks and rapidly generates detailed documentation.
Do I need SOLIDWORKS and must I have expert SOLIDWORKS users to run and benefit from SOLIDWORKS Electrical Schematic?
No, you do not need a SOLIDWORKS CAD license or expert SOLIDWORKS users to run and benefit from SOLIDWORKS Electrical Schematic. It is a standalone application.
How does SOLIDWORKS Electrical Schematic save time?
It automates tedious and repetitive tasks associated with schematic design, such as documentation updates and wire numbering, which can cut traditional documentation time by 50% or more.
What content is included in the Electrical Schematic library on installation?
The installation includes a comprehensive library of electrical symbols and manufacturer parts to facilitate design. Additional SOLIDWORKS Electrical content can be downloaded from the Electrical Content Portal(ECP) here:
electrical-contentportal.solidworks.com/Page/home.aspx?type=swe
Does SOLIDWORKS Electrical Schematic help with wire numbering?
Yes, it automatically updates all wire numbers in the documentation as you design, eliminating manual verification.
Is SOLIDWORKS Electrical Schematic difficult to learn and set up?
MLC CAD Systems recommends letting our application experts assist with set up and training. Our custom implementation services include installation, configuration of templates, administrator training and end-user training.
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