Adding IEC symbols in AutoCAD Electrical can enhance your electrical drawings and make them more professional. In this tutorial, we will walk you through the steps to add IEC symbols in AutoCAD Electrical.
Step 1: Open AutoCAD Electrical
First, open AutoCAD Electrical on your computer. If you don’t have it installed, you can download and install it from the Autodesk website.
Step 2: Create a New Drawing
Create a new drawing by clicking on the “New” button or selecting “New” from the File menu. This will open a blank drawing where you can start adding IEC symbols.
Step 3: Access the Symbol Library
To access the symbol library in AutoCAD Electrical, click on the “Schematic Symbols” button located in the toolbar. Alternatively, you can also access it by selecting “Insert Component” from the Insert menu and choosing “Schematic Symbol”.
Step 4: Search for IEC Symbols
In the symbol library, you will find a wide range of electrical symbols including IEC symbols. To search for IEC symbols, enter “IEC” in the search bar and press Enter. This will filter the symbol library to show only IEC symbols.
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Step 5: Insert IEC Symbols
To insert an IEC symbol, simply click on the desired symbol and place it on your drawing. You can adjust the size and position of the symbol as needed.
Step 6: Customize IEC Symbols
AutoCAD Electrical allows you to customize IEC symbols according to your requirements. You can modify the attributes of a symbol such as its size, color, and rotation angle. To do this, right-click on the symbol and select “Properties” from the context menu.
Step 7: Save Your Drawing
After adding IEC symbols and customizing them, it’s important to save your drawing. Click on the “Save” button or select “Save” from the File menu to save your work.
Conclusion
In this tutorial, we have learned how to add IEC symbols in AutoCAD Electrical. By following these steps, you can enhance your electrical drawings with professional-looking IEC symbols.
Remember to save your work regularly to avoid losing any changes you have made. Start exploring the symbol library in AutoCAD Electrical and add a touch of professionalism to your electrical drawings!