AutoCAD Electrical
Part of AutoCAD, with electrical design features that help you create, modify, and document electrical controls systems.
Overview
AutoCAD Electrical is a specialized version of AutoCAD for electrical controls designers. It includes all the functionality of AutoCAD plus a complete set of electrical CAD features. Comprehensive symbol libraries and tools for automating electrical design tasks help to save hours of effort, so electrical engineers can spend more time innovating.
✨ Key Features
- Schematic Design
- Panel Layout
- Terminal Design
- PLC I/O tools
- Automatic Report Generation
- Wire Numbering and Component Tagging
🎯 Key Differentiators
- Familiar AutoCAD interface
- Integration with other Autodesk products
- Strong 2D drafting capabilities
Unique Value: Offers a comprehensive and familiar environment for electrical controls design, deeply integrated with the broader Autodesk suite of engineering software.
🎯 Use Cases (4)
✅ Best For
- Creating and managing electrical schematics for industrial automation projects.
- Designing control panel layouts and terminal plans.
💡 Check With Vendor
Verify these considerations match your specific requirements:
- Printed Circuit Board (PCB) design
- High-frequency electronics design
🏆 Alternatives
While alternatives may offer more specialized database-driven approaches, AutoCAD Electrical provides a flexible, drawing-centric workflow that is highly efficient for many design tasks.
💻 Platforms
✅ Offline Mode Available
🔌 Integrations
🛟 Support Options
- ✓ Email Support
- ✓ Live Chat
- ✓ Phone Support
- ✓ Dedicated Support (Enterprise tier)
🔒 Compliance & Security
💰 Pricing
✓ 30-day free trial
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