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# Electrical Design Software

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> Electrical Design software is used by electrical engineers to model, document, and estimate future systems or reorganize current ones while staying in compliance with industry standards.

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## Products

1. [AutoCAD](https://www.capterra.co.za/software/174021/autocad) — 4.7/5 (3205 reviews) — 2D and 3D CAD software with design automation and electrical toolsets, plus web and mobile apps.
2. [Autodesk Fusion](https://www.capterra.co.za/software/178416/fusion-360) — 4.5/5 (268 reviews) — Cloud-based 3D CAD/CAM tool that connects design teams and helps manage product development processes on a unified platform.
3. [ArcSite](https://www.capterra.co.za/software/156735/arcsite) — 4.7/5 (160 reviews) — ArcSite lets you draw, quote, and sell from one app. Create drawings, takeoffs, and proposals without extra tools or office work.
4. [SmartDraw](https://www.capterra.co.za/software/78945/smartdraw) — 4.2/5 (146 reviews) — Easy electrical design software with hundreds of built-in templates and symbols. CAD power without CAD hassles. Import \& edit Visio.
5. [BPT-Pro](https://www.capterra.co.za/software/1037882/bpt-pro) — 5.0/5 (2 reviews) — Architectural CAD software that provides 2D-CAD drafting tools to help users optimize drawing tasks on Adobe Illustrator.
6. [Hevacomp](https://www.capterra.co.za/software/1015902/hevacomp) — 5.0/5 (1 reviews) — Hevacomp is a building simulation and energy analysis solution designed for electrical and mechanical systems.
7. [Cable High Voltage](https://www.capterra.co.za/software/1030079/cable-high-voltage) (0 reviews) — Cable High Voltage software is ideal for calculating accurate cable ratings in custom arrangements for your site-specific conditions.
8. [CableCalc BS7671](https://www.capterra.co.za/software/1032583/cablecalc-bs7671) (0 reviews) — CableCalc 18-2: Precision electrical design software for contractors, engineers, and consultants.
9. [Dexpert Electrical](https://www.capterra.co.za/software/1034851/dexpert-electrical) (0 reviews) — Japanese-targeted electrical planning software that offers companies a construction plan template for electrical equipment.

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