Streamlining electrical design projects often requires a seamless connection between 2D schematics and 3D models. SOLIDWORKS Electrical 3D bridges this gap, enabling teams to integrate electrical designs with 3D assemblies for efficient and accurate results.
In this blog, we’ll explore how SOLIDWORKS Electrical 3D connects 2D and 3D environments, enhancing collaboration, accuracy, and design efficiency.
For a step-by-step demonstration, watch the YouTube video below:
What is SOLIDWORKS Electrical 3D?
SOLIDWORKS Electrical 3D builds on 2D schematics, allowing designers to import and associate 3D assemblies with electrical projects. By leveraging a shared database, changes made in the 2D schematic are automatically reflected in the 3D model, ensuring that both remain synchronised.
Key Features of SOLIDWORKS Electrical 3D
1. Associating 3D Models with Electrical Components
Import your SOLIDWORKS 3D assemblies into the electrical project.
Assign electrical components to their corresponding 3D models using the Electrical Component Manager.
Prevent duplicate assignments with built-in safeguards, ensuring each component is uniquely associated.
2. AutoRoute Functionality
Use AutoRoute to automate wire routing based on your 2D schematics.
View a 3D representation of wires and cables as they are routed through the assembly.
Adjust routing properties to define precise cable paths and avoid manual errors.
3. Real-Time Synchronisation
Changes in 2D schematics are reflected almost immediately in the 3D model.
Keep your project consistent across both environments, whether you’re working on subassemblies or the top-level assembly.
How to Use SOLIDWORKS Electrical 3D
Step 1: Import and Organise Components
Load your 2D electrical project into SOLIDWORKS Electrical 3D, and the software will display:
Current drawings.
Subassemblies linked to specific locations in your project.
Step 2: Assign and Route Components
Using the Electrical Component Manager:
Assign 3D models to their respective components.
Define routing paths by setting origins and destinations for wires and cables.
Use AutoRoute to complete the wire routing based on your schematic design.
Step 3: Visualise and Validate
Rotate and inspect the 3D representation of routed wires and cables.
Hide components to identify unassociated elements.
Generate cable lengths for manufacturing and further analysis.
Step 4: Create 2D Drawings
Generate detailed 2D drawings from your 3D model.
Add these drawings to your project for assembly and documentation purposes.
Benefits of SOLIDWORKS Electrical 3D
Efficiency: Automating wire and cable routing saves time and reduces manual errors.
Accuracy: Real-time synchronisation ensures design consistency across all stages.
Collaboration: The shared project environment supports multi-user workflows, enabling teams to work together seamlessly.
Documentation: Easily generate detailed 2D drawings and reports for review and assembly.
SOLIDWORKS Electrical 3D provides a complete solution for electrical design, from 2D schematics to 3D assemblies. By integrating these tools, designers can improve collaboration, enhance accuracy, and optimise their workflows.
Watch the YouTube video to see SOLIDWORKS Electrical 3D in action and start streamlining your design process today!
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