3D Electrical Design: Streamlining Design and Manufacturing with Digital Twins of Control Panels
2D Electrical Design vs 3D Electrical Design: A Comparison of Control Panel Production Two-dimensional circuit diagrams are used for the manufacturing of control panels and wiring of cables. Where on the mounting plate are components or holes needed? Where should cable ducts, DIN rails, and terminals be installed? Often, the manufacturing of panels progresses based on the technology and know-how of panel manufacturers. However, due to labor shortages and the retirement of skilled technicians, it may become impossible to produce control panels in the same way as before. EPLAN utilizes 3D data of components used at the electrical design stage to create circuit diagrams. Once the circuit diagram is completed, not only is a list of necessary components compiled, but layout design of the control panel can also be performed using the 3D data. Before manufacturing the control panel, detailed information can be checked, such as whether all components will fit, if the size is too large, whether there are any interferences, and what the required cable lengths are.
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Pro Panel Function Example ● Electrical CAD that connects design to manufacturing: Circuit diagrams and wiring information created with Electric P8 can be used as is. ● Automatic generation of sheet metal processing drawings: Automatically generates the data necessary for control panel manufacturing. ● Component interference check: Calculates the installation space for components and checks for interference. ● Automatic wiring function within the panel: Automatically connects wires between devices based on the wiring information defined in the circuit diagram. ● Calculation of wiring length: Automatically calculates the length of connected cables between devices in 3D space.
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EPLAN provides a comprehensive solution that realizes the efficiency of "design," "manufacturing," and "operation management" for machinery and control panels. We offer products in over 50 countries and in 20 languages, providing world-class support. Please feel free to contact us with any questions regarding electrical design, including the sale of 3D electrical CAD software and consulting on the standardization of electrical design.
