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Electrical schematics

Electrical schematics

Electrical schematics

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All my experience is in machine design but once in a while I have to make an electrical schematic. These are complex conrol systems with lots of sensors and actuators. I make the schematic on one sheet and the harness details on another. So far I have just made up my own system and placed the components according to what looks good on paper.

Is there an industry standard that should be followed? For example, the right way to show junctions or wires crossing, or how much detail to show for connectors, how to label wires, what colors and stripes should be used.

RE: Electrical schematics

ASME:
Y14.5
Y14.15
Y32.2
National Electrical Code book
To name a few. There are more.

Chris
Sr. Mechanical Designer, CAD
SolidWorks 05 SP3.1 / PDMWorks 05
ctopher's home site (updated 06-21-05)
FAQ559-1100
FAQ559-716

RE: Electrical schematics

In the USA you should be using NFPA 79 "Electrical Standard for Industrial Machinery".

David Baird
mrbaird@hotmail.com
Sr Controls Designer
EET degree.
Journeyman Electrician.

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