High-Quality electrical CAD Parts Data: The Engine for Efficient Electrical Design
The bitter reality in electrical engineering: engineers often spend more time as “data typists” than as designers. Manually creating macros, typing out pin-outs, and searching for datasheets are massive bottlenecks that stifle the creative process.
wscaduniverse.com breaks this cycle. With over 2.2 million part data items from more than 450 manufacturers, we provide the world’s most extensive E-CAD data library to shorten your project lead times by up to 40%.
Your Benefits of WSCAD’s free electrical CAD Data Library at a Glance:
- Massive Time Savings: Save between 30 and 120 minutes per part by eliminating manual data entry.
- Maximum Data Precision: Use verified Premium Parts that comply exactly with the WSCAD data standard.
- Seamless Integration: Direct import of data into WSCAD ELECTRIX AI without media breaks or manual file downloads.
- Interdisciplinary Excellence: Data formats for WSCAD, 3D-STEP, DWG, and EDZ ensure collaboration across all engineering disciplines.
- Free to Use: wscaduniverse.com is available to electrical designers at no cost, and all parts data can be used freely in your projects.
The Three Pillars of High-Quality electrical CAD Data
A simple CSV dataset is no longer enough to meet the requirements of modern manufacturing and digital twins. wscaduniverse.com delivers data covering three critical areas:
Commercial Data (Procurement & ERP)
Every dataset contains all necessary commercial information such as manufacturer name, part number, and supplier metadata. This enables an error-free transfer of bills of materials (BOM) to your ERP system, eliminates redundant data maintenance, and ensures transparency in procurement.
Functional & Logical Data (Schematic)
For the circuit diagram, we provide the “intelligence” of the component: logical symbols, correct connection points, and technical specifications. Thanks to the support of standards like eCl@ss Advanced and ETIM, components understand their own logic within the software.
Physical Data (Digital Twin & Cabinet)
High-quality 2D footprints and 3D macros in STEP format are the foundation for modern control cabinet construction. They enable precise collision checks in the 3D model, the automatic calculation of wire lengths, and direct control of NC machines for production.
The WSCAD Data Standard: A Promise of Quality
On wscaduniverse.com, you will find items marked with a yellow star as Premium Parts. These datasets are created and verified by our Premium Partners—including industry giants such as Siemens, Schneider Electric, Phoenix Contact, WAGO, and Weidmüller—in close cooperation with WSCAD.
Data that has been captured once can be used throughout the entire planning and life cycle of buildings and plants. This saves time and helps to avoid errors.
GA Pro Engineering
Michael Dietrich (Managing Director)
Workflow Turbo: Four Ways to Your Component
The efficiency of wscaduniverse.com is reflected in the flexibility of its data import. The system thinks along with you and protects your database from inconsistencies:
- Direct Import: From the Software into the Design You do not need to leave the WSCAD environment. Call up the library as an additional window directly in WSCAD ELECTRIX AI. A single click on the import icon transfers the part, including all symbols, immediately to your local database and the Symbol Explorer—ready for placement via drag-and-drop.
- Pro-Tip: The system features an integrated duplicate check. If a part already exists in your local database, you are actively asked whether you want to overwrite it or keep it—this ensures your data integrity.
- BOM Upload: Mass Data Processing in Seconds Manual individual import is not an option for large-scale projects. Upload an external Bill of Materials (BOM) as an Excel or CSV file. The system automatically validates up to 5,000 parts simultaneously against the database. Found parts can be downloaded collectively as a ZIP data package and read into your software via a wizard.
- Intelligent Analysis: After the upload, an automatic categorization occurs. You see immediately which items were found exactly, where typos might exist, and for which parts you should submit a Part Request.
- The WSCAD Cart Import: The Bridge to the Manufacturer Many manufacturers offer an “Add-to-wscaduniverse” button on their websites or in configurators. Configure complex assemblies directly at the manufacturer and push the entire list with one click into your wscaduniverse download list. According to user reports, this saves between 30 and 120 minutes per part because manual searching is eliminated.
- wscaduniverse GO: Browser Extension for Maximum Freedom With the wscaduniverse GO browser extension, you simply highlight a part number on any website. The add-on immediately searches the database for availability, 3D models, and datasheets. In combination with ELECTRIX AI, you can also import components directly into the running software from any common web browser (Chrome, Firefox, Edge).
wscaduniverse GO
Simply select the desired text, eg the part number, and click the right mouse button on the new entry in the context menu of your browser. The search results are opened in a new tab and can easily be added to the wscaduniverse.com shopping cart.
Import your parts directly from the browser
You can now import parts from wscaduniverse.com directly into your browser, without reloading or manually importing them into ELECTRIX!
Experience ELECTRIX for building automation!
- Design the entire building automation process with one software
- Save time with faster design and layout
- Record data points and use them continuously up to the automation station
- Effective processing of data and components
- Integration in electrical installation
- Interactive working
Design the entire building automation process with one software
BA planning offices, EI&C companies, construction companies and facility management use WSCAD ELECTRIX for simple and consistent design and documentation of building and room automation in accordance with BACnet (Building Automation and Control Networks), DIN EN ISO 16484 and VDI 3814.
Design faster and save time
- Macros can be used to quickly design automation schemes and function lists. Macros are templates that can be prepared for easy use later. The time savings are enormous, especially if you use macros frequently.
Record data points and use them continuously up to the automation station
- Record all data points of the schematics and function lists before designing the diagrams and assign them to the automation stations (DDC/PLC). WSCAD ELECTRIX features a data point browser, facilitating seamless accessibility and navigation through data points for enhanced ease of use.
Effective processing of data and components
- With the discipline Electrical Installation, you can import floor plans of buildings, place field devices and introduce intelligence in the schematics. Terminal diagrams, connections and material lists can be quickly generated from the schematics. You can also save time by using macros: e.g. when setting up the control cabinet.
- In addition, connections can be routed, and wire lengths calculated automatically in the enclosure. Generated data can be used immediately on NC machines for the production of wires and cabinet doors.
Integration of building automation schematics in electrical installation
With WSCAD ELECTRIX, the Building Automation discipline seamlessly integrates into electrical installation processes. By incorporating floor plans on which field devices can be placed and arranged, and by embedding intelligence in schematics, building automation data becomes an integral part of the electrical installation. This cohesive approach ensures that control strategies and sensor placements align harmoniously with the electrical infrastructure, fostering efficiency in both building automation planning and electrical installation.
Interactive working
- If you are planning a modernisation or renovation, you need the free Building augmented reality (AR) app. The app scans (records) rooms and converts them into floor plans for building design and electrical installation. Scan and measure rooms in no time at all.
- WSCAD also offers a free app to minimise downtimes during maintenance and service. Simply scan the QR code of the components and field devices with the Cabinet AR app and get immediate access to all schematics, including reference name and a 3D view of the components and the complete item data including the original data sheets from the manufacturer – always up-to-date and just a click away.
In the design of Building Automation projects, we appreciate the automatic generation of data point keys and the ability to change them quickly and easily afterwards.
Fraport AG
Heike Frommhold (Project Manager Building Automation)
Success Story
Fraport – Frankfurt Airport Terminal 3
- Client: Fraport Ausbau Süd GmbH, the operating company of Frankfurt Airport.
- The Challenge: Managing one of Germany’s largest building projects: designing the complete building and room automation for Terminal 3 of Frankfurt Airport. The team had to handle 150,000 automation functions, 90,000 data points, and 240 controllers across 1,500 rooms without losing data consistency.
- The Solution: WSCAD served as the central engine for automated data point keys and standardized documentation without data breaks, errors, and time delays. They specifically cited the ability to easily implement BACnet object-related function lists according to VDI 3814 and allocate structure identifiers according to IEC 81346.
We value the automatic generation of data point keys and the ability to change them quickly and easily afterwards.Uwe Eckardt (Fraport Ausbau Süd GmbH) - The Result: A seamless, error-free engineering process and a reliable Digital Twin for long-term facility management.
The design of the building and room automation for the check-in hall in the new Terminal 3 at Frankfurt Airport is done with the electrical CAD solution from WSCAD. (Visualisation by MOKA Studio)
ELECTRIX AI: Optimization Tools for Building Automation and global standards
Workflow Optimization Tools: Engineering Beyond the Desktop
Efficiency in building automation is about how data moves between the site, the office, and the hardware.
- Digital Site Survey (Building AR App): Scan rooms on-site with your smartphone to generate intelligent DXF/PDF floor plans. Import these directly into WSCAD to place sensors exactly where they belong, eliminating manual transcription errors.
- Standardization via Intelligent Macros: Create a library of validated circuit blocks for standard HVAC or lighting controls. Dragging and dropping these “Lego bricks” achieves up to 75% time savings and ensures consistency across the team.
- Bidirectional Sync (Siemens TIA Portal & More): WSCAD acts as a bridge to PLC programming. Automatically synchronize I/O assignments and symbol addresses, preventing costly mismatches during commissioning.
The integrated workflow from the schematic to the 3D cabinet layout and the automated manufacturing of wires and housing parts is a real game-changer for us.Wolfgang Vogl (CEO of Vogl Elektromeisterbetrieb) - Cabinet AR App for Service: Maintenance technicians scan QR codes on components to instantly view the corresponding schematic and data sheet on their tablet – transforming hours of searching into a 5-second digital check.
Global Standards & BIM Integration
- Comprehensive Compliance: Specific design tools for VDI 3814, VDI 3813, and DIN EN ISO 16484 (BACnet).
- Dual Labeling: A unique feature allows structuring according to IEC 81346 and the AMEV standard simultaneously.
- BIM-Ready: Import architectural floor plans and export critical engineering data for integration into broader BIM environments.
The World’s Largest Parts Library: wscaduniverse.com
Manual creation of symbols and part data is a thing of the past. WSCAD ELECTRIX AI gives you instant access to over 2.2 million parts from more than 441 manufacturers.
- One-Click Exchange: Need to swap 120 sensors from one manufacturer to another due to availability? Replace entire component sets with a single click – including all technical parameters and symbols.
- Ready-to-Use Data: Save days of work by downloading manufacturer-validated data in various formats (WSCAD, EDZ, STEP, etc.).
Thanks to the 2.2 million parts in wscaduniverse.com, we can swap components across an entire project in seconds. It’s a massive efficiency booster.Michael Dietrich (GA Pro Engineering)
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
Q: Is WSCAD ELECTRIX AI a building controller (BMS)?
A: No. WSCAD is the engineering software used to conceptual design, design, and document the electrical and automation systems. The Building Management System (BMS) is the physical software/hardware that later controls the building based on the documentation created in WSCAD.
Q: Can I import architectural BIM data?
A: Yes. You can import architectural floor plans (e.g., as DXF/DWG) to place your sensors and actuators. Furthermore, WSCAD supports the export of intelligent engineering data for integration into broader BIM environments.
Q: How does the AI Copilot help with the skilled labor shortage?
A: The AI Copilot acts as a digital mentor. It handles repetitive tasks (like BOM creation or error checking) and guides occasional users through complex workflows via voice or text commands, allowing junior staff to be productive from day one.
Q: Can I use my existing Excel data point lists?
A: Absolutely. The Intelligent Data Point Browser allows for a seamless import of existing lists. You can map your data points directly to DDC/PLC channels within WSCAD, eliminating manual transcription.
Q: Which industry standards are supported?
A: WSCAD is specifically designed for compliance with VDI 3814, VDI 3813, and DIN EN ISO 16484 (BACnet). It also supports dual labeling according to IEC 81346 and the AMEV standard.
Q: Does the software support multi-user collaboration?
A: Yes. WSCAD ELECTRIX AI is multi-user capable. Several engineers can work on the same project simultaneously, with real-time updates ensuring that everyone is working on the latest version of the “Digital Twin.”
Q: How fast can I switch manufacturers for my components?
A: By using wscaduniverse.com, you can swap hundreds of components (e.g., sensors or controllers) with just one click. The software automatically updates the symbols, part data, and associated technical parameters.
Q: What are the hardware requirements for the AI features?
A: Despite the advanced AI features, WSCAD is optimized for standard professional workstations. Since much of the AI processing and the vast part database (wscaduniverse) are cloud-augmented, you don’t need a supercomputer – a modern business PC is sufficient.
Q: Can I generate manufacturing data for control cabinets?
A: Yes. WSCAD generates all necessary data for NC manufacturing (e.g., for Steinhauer, Komax, or Rittal/Kiesling machines) directly from the cabinet layout – without additional costs or external modules.
Q: Is there an interface to PLC programming tools?
A: Yes, WSCAD offers bidirectional interfaces to major platforms like the Siemens TIA Portal. This allows for the synchronization of I/O assignments between the electrical schematic and the PLC code, reducing commissioning time by up to 40%.
