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New to SolidWorks

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I apologize if this question appears stupid. I am brand new to SolidWorks. I have SolidWorks 2011 SP 5.0 on my laptop. I want to create electrical and electronic schematics. Are there any plug-in's associated wit this that I can use? I know SolidWorks has a separate license for electrical, but I'm hoping there are some electrical symbol downloads available for my version. Thanks for any help!

RE: New to SolidWorks

For simple work I would recommend getting a standard 2D drafting package if you can. I know SW offers supposed electrical "options", but you can do what you need with a cheap and dirty (read "free") 2D package. I think SW offers a free Autocad clone called Draftsight. That might be a better option for you.

RE: New to SolidWorks

SolidWorks Premium has Routing Tools which are pretty useful but probably not worth the costs as said by both Anna and Chris

Electrical is an entirely new package which I have not looked much at so can't help with feedback on that.
Some VARs offer deals on the SW Premium Package for new buyers so if it fits your needs that may be something to run by them.

You will want to check out in detail what file formats you need compatability for and how those formats can play with SolidWorks in sandbox terms smile

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RE: New to SolidWorks

...are routing tools in SWx useful for drawing schematics as stated in the original post?

RE: New to SolidWorks

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Thanks to all who posted. I ended up using Visio as I do not require a full design suite. It's a bit clunky but manageable.

Thanks again and Merry Christmas!!

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