Molly Ayala
SOLIDWORKS Electrical offers a database of over half a million manufactured parts, allowing users to create 2D schematics quickly. The software's library can be customised and organised using the Classification Manager tool, which allows users to create custom classes and subclasses. This helps users find the right symbol or manufacturer part quickly. There are several ways to add data to your library, including manually entering it, importing a .tewzip file, or importing an Excel file. Users can also create 2D layout symbols for their library by drawing new part geometry, exporting and editing symbols from previous packages, or finding and importing part graphics.
| Characteristics | Values |
|---|---|
| Number of parts in SOLIDWORKS Electrical's database | Over half a million |
| Ease of adding components | Simple drag and drop |
| Custom symbols | Can be added to the database |
| Library accessibility | Accessible through the six managers present in the Libraries tab of the Command Manager |
| Managers in the Libraries tab | Symbols, 2D Footprint, Title Blocks, Macros, Cable and Manufacturer Parts |
| Data format | .tewzip file |
| Data import | Excel file |
| Manual data addition | Possible |
| Customizable libraries | Yes |
| Default assignments | 3D part, connection label and a 2D footprint symbol |
| User Data file | Choose one of the available items from the drop-down or create new ones through Project -> Configurations -> User Data |
| Manufacturer Data fields | Can be mapped to desired variables |
| Classification Manager | Allows users to create custom classes and subclasses for all the available managers |
| Part graphics | Can be imported by downloading manufacturer .DWG or converting .PDF files |
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What You'll Learn
Importing data from Excel
SOLIDWORKS Electrical comes with a large default library of common parts, but you can also expand this library with custom symbols and parts that better fit your project needs. This can be done by downloading data through the Electrical Content Portal or by manually entering new part data.
To import data from an Excel file, first, click on the 'Library' tab in the ribbon menu and select the 'Manufacture parts manager' icon. Then, click on the 'Import' icon and a window will be displayed. Here, you should select '.XLS' in the file or data source field and then choose the Excel file that you want to import. You will then see a preview of your Excel spreadsheet and can click 'Next' to follow the prompts in the window.
Alternatively, you can download data into SOLIDWORKS Electrical by using the Electrical Content Portal. To access this portal, click on the 'Help' tab in the ribbon menu and then click on the 'Online content portal' icon. This will open a web browser and bring you to the login page for the portal.
SOLIDWORKS Electrical Schematic offers intuitive single-line and multi-line schematic tools for planning your electrical system. With its database of over half a million manufactured parts, you can quickly add individual components or complex circuits to your designs.
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Manually entering data
Once you have the spec sheet ready, click on the "Add Manufacture Part" icon. This will open the Manufacture Part Properties window, where you can begin to fill out all the property and circuit information. Take care to input the data accurately and in its entirety. When you have finished entering the information, click "OK", and the data will be added to your library. This data will then be available for use in all current and future projects.
The manual entry method is one of several ways to add data to your SOLIDWORKS Electrical library. You can also import data from Excel spreadsheets or create custom symbols by drawing new part geometry within SOLIDWORKS Electrical or by using external software.
The customizability of the SOLIDWORKS Electrical library is a notable feature. The ability to create and manage custom classifications through the Classifications Manager tool allows for efficient organization and easy retrieval of library components. This flexibility ensures that you can tailor the library to your specific needs and streamline your workflow.
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Using the Classification Manager
SOLIDWORKS Electrical offers a database of over half a million manufactured parts that can be used in your designs. The Classification Manager is a tool that allows users to create custom classes and subclasses for all the available managers. This feature is particularly useful when a library component cannot be adequately categorized by the default classifications, avoiding the need to group them under the "Miscellaneous" category.
The Classification Manager is accessible through the six managers present in the Libraries tab of the Command Manager: Symbols, 2D Footprint, Title Blocks, Macros, Cable, and Manufacturer Parts. These classifications are an effective way to organize your library components and facilitate the search for the desired symbol or manufacturer part.
To utilize the Classification Manager, you can define groups, or classes and subclasses, in which electrical elements are stored. Typically, these elements are sorted by their electrical function or common characteristics. The Classification Manager is applicable to various types of electrical elements, including components, symbols, and manufacturer parts, which use the same classification.
The capabilities of the Classification Manager may vary depending on the specific classification you want to manage. For example, with components, you can manage user data, associate 3D parts and 2D footprints, but these features may not be available in Title Block classifications. Within each classification, you will find System classes, which cannot be deleted, and User classes, which can be created, edited, and deleted by the user.
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Customising libraries
SOLIDWORKS Electrical offers a database of over half a million manufactured parts, allowing users to reuse common circuits and symbols. This extensive database can be efficiently organised through customisable libraries, which are accessible via the six managers in the Libraries tab of the Command Manager: Symbols, 2D Footprint, Title Blocks, Macros, Cable, and Manufacturer Parts.
The Classification Manager tool allows users to create custom classes and subclasses for all available managers. This feature is particularly useful when a library component cannot be adequately categorised by the default classifications, preventing the need to group them under the 'Miscellaneous' category. To create a custom class, access the Classification Manager window via the Library tab of the Command Manager or within the individual managers. Use the drop-down menu to select the manager to modify and click the 'New Class' button.
Additionally, users can assign a default 3D part, connection label, and a 2D footprint symbol for all components in a class. After assigning a User Data file, map the different Manufacturer Data fields to the desired variables, which can later be referenced in Reports.
There are several methods to add data to your library. One option is to manually enter the data, ensuring that the part spec sheet is on hand to fill in the property fields. Click on the 'Library' tab, select 'Manufacture Parts Manager', and then click the 'Add Manufacture Part' icon. Fill out all property and circuit information using the spec sheet and click 'OK'. Alternatively, data can be imported by downloading a '.tewzip' file or using an Excel spreadsheet.
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Adding 2D symbols
There are several ways to add 2D symbols to your SOLIDWORKS Electrical library. One method is to search for the symbol in the SOLIDWORKS Electrical content portal, which has millions of parts available, many with 2D symbol representations. You can search for an individual part or series, and download the part information, symbols, and 2D representations.
Another method is to create your own symbol from scratch. You can do this by drawing the 2D CAD in any 2D CAD environment, exporting it as a .dwg file, and then importing it into the SOLIDWORKS Electrical symbol library. You will then need to define the circuit, connection point, and attribute information. You can also create a symbol from scratch using the SOLIDWORKS Electrical symbol editor, which involves drawing the 2D CAD directly in SOLIDWORKS Electrical and then defining the circuit, connection point, and attribute information.
If you have a symbol from a previous package, you can also export, open, and edit the symbol using SWE or DraftSight. Once you are finished editing, save the symbol and import the .DWG file into SOLIDWORKS Electrical. You can also import symbols from other software packages by converting them into .DWG files and then importing them into SOLIDWORKS Electrical using the import wizard.
Finally, if there is a symbol in your library that is similar to the one you need but not exactly right, you can copy and modify it to create a new symbol. This can save time by recycling 2D CAD, circuit, and connection point definitions and attributes. Once you have modified the symbol, you can save it as part of your library and use it whenever you need it.
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Frequently asked questions
There are a few ways to add data to your library. One way is to download a .tewzip file, unarchive it, and then go through the unarchive wizard. You can also import an Excel file by clicking on the Library tab and selecting the Manufacture Parts Manager icon. Another option is to enter the data manually by filling out the property fields with the part spec sheet information.
You can draw new part geometry using SOLIDWORKS Electrical, insert and scale a bitmap of the part, and then trace over the image. You can also export, open, and edit the symbol using SWE or DraftSight, and then import the .DWG file into SOLIDWORKS Electrical. Alternatively, you can find and import the part graphics by downloading manufacturer .DWG files or converting .PDF files.
SOLIDWORKS Electrical allows you to create custom classes and subclasses for all the available managers using the Classification Manager tool. You can also assign a default 3D part, connection label, and a 2D footprint symbol for all the components in a class.
Libraries provide an efficient way to find the right symbol or component for your project. Instead of searching by name or various properties, you can easily sort and locate what you need through the customizable libraries and their classifications.
Yes, you can add your own custom symbols to the database if you cannot find what you need. SOLIDWORKS Electrical has a database of over half a million manufactured parts, but there may be unique cases where you need to create your own symbols.
