The "story" of the QElectroTech Siemens Library is one of community-driven engineering and open-source collaboration. It isn't a single official product, but rather a collection of contributions from engineers worldwide who use QElectroTech
The core of the library system is the elements.xml file, which contains the officially supplied element collection. Users can supplement this with their own , where individual components can be created or imported. QElectroTech also supports the official IEC 60617 standardized symbols, making it particularly suitable for international projects.
QElectroTech segregates its symbols into three distinct collection types to protect the core application while maintaining user flexibility: siemens s7-1200 plcs elements (2) (Page 1) - QElectroTech
—such as order numbers and technical descriptions—directly into these symbols to automatically generate accurate Bills of Materials (BOM). How to Use the Siemens Library in Your Project i--- Qelectrotech Siemens Library -
For engineers, electricians, and automation professionals, few names carry the weight of Siemens. As a global leader in industrial automation, Siemens provides the backbone for countless control systems, from simple programmable logic relays (LOGO!) to high-end programmable logic controllers (PLCs) like the S7-1200 and S7-1500. When creating professional electrical documentation, having accurate symbols for these components is not a luxury; it's a necessity.
The within QElectroTech is a dedicated collection of schematic symbols and macro elements representing Siemens AG automation and electrical components. It allows engineers and electricians to rapidly design control panels, PLC systems, and power distribution networks using standardized Siemens equipment.
This guide serves as your definitive handbook for the , covering everything from built-in offerings to community-driven resources, and providing step-by-step methods for importing or creating your own Siemens symbols. The "story" of the QElectroTech Siemens Library is
: Visit the Elements section of the QET Forum to find user-contributed Siemens packages (e.g., S7-1500, LOGO! modules).
Siemens changes order numbers frequently. Append the firmware version to your library element name.
—is built and shared by a global network of engineers and students. The Core of the Siemens Library As a global leader in industrial automation, Siemens
Since QElectroTech is open-source and does not come pre-loaded with official, encrypted Siemens .XML files (unlike EPLAN or TIA Selection Tool), this content focuses on within QET.
User_QET_Library/ ├── Siemens/ │ ├── 01_PLC/ │ │ ├── S7-1200/ │ │ ├── S7-1500/ │ │ └── LOGO_8/ │ ├── 02_Drives/ │ │ ├── G120/ │ │ └── V20/ │ ├── 03_Protection/ │ │ ├── MCB_5SY/ │ │ └── MCCB_3VL/ │ └── 04_HMI/ │ └── KTP400/