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SOLIDWORKS CAD Jun 05, 2023

The SOLIDWORKS Rx log includes information like machine specs, registry information, event logs, a video recording of you recreating the behavior, and a Pack & Go of the affected files. This article includes the instructions for running a SOLIDWORKS Rx problem capture in SOLIDWORKS, SOLIDWORKS Electrical, and SOLIDWORKS Composer. (It can also capture behavior in File Explorer, eDrawings, and Visualize, which we'll also cover.) 

 

SOLIDWORKS Electrical May 24, 2023

Within SOLIDWORKS Electrical Schematic, custom line types can be added and applied to wire styles, layers, and cable styles. To create or add line types, within the project template, go to the Project tab > Configurations > Drawing style… If you do not have a drawing style associated with your project, select either imperial or metric style, and select Add to project.

 

 

SOLIDWORKS Electrical Dec 22, 2022

Installations are often blocked by firewall ports, incorrect server name, or a default SQL instance that has already been created. So if you're dealing with SOLIDWORKS Electrical installation errors or connecting to the SQL Express, check that these common errors are not causing problems.

SOLIDWORKS Electrical Oct 24, 2022

The article describes how to create a custom duct or DIN rail to be utilized in SOLIDWORKS Electrical 3D with adjustable length and hole patterns for panel cutouts. There is a sample duct assembly in the SOLIDWORKS Electrical software found in the SOLIDWORKS Electrical data folder under SOLIDWORKS > sldPrt named EW_DUCT_H1.SLDASM. We could make a copy of this part and customize it as required, but instead, we'll create one from scratch.

 

SOLIDWORKS Electrical Oct 06, 2022

In this tutorial, we go over how to add custom cables in the SOLIDWORKS Electrical that do not already exist in the library. With SOLIDWORKS Electrical open, go up to the library tab, and open up the Cable Reference Library Manager.

 

SOLIDWORKS Electrical Sep 26, 2022

In this article, we discuss using locations in SOLIDWORKS Electrical. We'll cover not only what locations are and how to use them, but how they can be used to organize SOLIDWORKS Electrical projects and bring more intelligence into a design to realistically convey as much real-world knowledge of the Electrical system into schematic drawings.

 

SOLIDWORKS Electrical Sep 01, 2022

If you're new to SOLIDWORKS, knowing and understanding which products you need can be a bit daunting. In this article, we will examine the differences between SOLIDWORKS Electrical and SOLIDWORKS Premium Routing, to help you better identify which product is best for your needs. 

 

SOLIDWORKS Electrical Jul 28, 2022

This article discusses working with wires in SOLIDWORKS Electrical and the differences between Wire Mark, Wire Label, and Equipotential Label. Knowing how and when to use the proper selection for wire numbering will determine your wire numbering outcome.  

 

SOLIDWORKS Electrical Jun 02, 2022

Every SOLIDWORKS Electrical project begins with a template - even a default template. But with many templates, one size does not often fit all right out of the box. If you find yourself making the same changes to a new project each time, even a few minor ones, then it is time to create a template.