CATIA (Electrical Design)
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Overview
CATIA Electrical Design, part of the Dassault Systèmes 3DEXPERIENCE platform, provides a comprehensive solution for designing, modeling, and manufacturing electrical systems and wire harnesses. It enables a fully integrated workflow from 2D functional schematics to the 3D physical harness design within the context of the complete product.
✨ Key Features
- Electrical Systems Functional Design
- 3D Electrical Wire Harness Design
- Electrical Library Management
- Integration with 2D schematic tools
- Creation of manufacturing documentation and formboards
- Collaborative platform-based approach
🎯 Key Differentiators
- Fully integrated into the 3DEXPERIENCE platform for a complete PLM approach
- Strong in systems engineering and requirements traceability
- Industry-leading surface and solid modeling capabilities
- Cloud-based collaboration options
Unique Value: Provides a unified, model-based environment for the entire product lifecycle, enabling seamless collaboration and data continuity from electrical systems definition to manufacturing.
🎯 Use Cases (4)
✅ Best For
- Designing the entire electrical system of a modern aircraft or automobile, from logical definition to physical implementation.
- Collaborative development of complex products across global teams.
💡 Check With Vendor
Verify these considerations match your specific requirements:
- Standalone 2D schematic drawing
- Small-scale projects not requiring PLM integration
- PCB design
🏆 Alternatives
Offers a more comprehensive platform-based approach than competitors, integrating electrical design with PLM, simulation, and manufacturing in a single cloud-based environment.
💻 Platforms
✅ Offline Mode Available
🔌 Integrations
🛟 Support Options
- ✓ Email Support
- ✓ Live Chat
- ✓ Phone Support
- ✓ Dedicated Support (Varies tier)
🔒 Compliance & Security
💰 Pricing
✓ 14-day free trial
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