Autodesk AutoCAD Electrical Toolset — 3-Year Licence (Windows)
AutoCAD Electrical is the control-systems toolset: ladder diagrams, IEC and BS symbol libraries, automatic wire numbering, PLC I/O drawings and bill-of-materials reports. Supplied as a 3-year licence for Windows.
Licence term: 3 years from activation.
Price range: £39.00 through £99.00
Fixed-term licence: one upfront payment, with no automatic renewal or recurring charge.
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Description
3-year licence. Valid for three full years from activation. Renew only if you want to keep using the software after the term ends. Digital delivery and activation guidance are included.
AutoCAD Electrical: what the toolset adds to AutoCAD
The AutoCAD Electrical toolset is built for electrical control design: schematics, panel layouts and wiring diagrams that stay consistent because wire numbers, component tags and cross-references are managed by the software rather than typed by hand. UK panel builders and machine designers use it for IEC 60617-style schematics, PLC I/O drawings and the reports that go to the workshop.
AutoSoftKey supplies the toolset as a 3-year licence for Windows — a practical option for a controls engineer or a small panel shop that needs one or two seats without an annual renewal.
How Autodesk supplies the toolsets. Autodesk includes its seven specialised toolsets with an eligible AutoCAD entitlement on Windows; each toolset is installed separately from the core application. This page is a dedicated workflow page so you can buy the entitlement that matches the work you do; it is not an additional seat on top of AutoCAD. Read our AutoCAD toolsets explained guide before choosing if you are unsure.
What AutoCAD Electrical is used for
- Schematic design: ladder and point-to-point diagrams with automatic wire numbering and component tagging.
- Symbol libraries: IEC, JIC, IEEE and other standards, plus manufacturer catalogue data for parts.
- Panel layouts: generate panel drawings from the schematic, with terminal strips and DIN rail layouts.
- PLC I/O: spreadsheet-driven PLC drawings and automatic I/O address updates.
- Reports: bills of materials, wire lists, from/to lists and terminal plans for manufacture.
Who buys AutoCAD Electrical
Control-panel builders, machine and automation designers, building-services electrical engineers and maintenance teams documenting existing plant. If you work on the mechanical side of the same machines, AutoCAD Mechanical is the companion toolset; for 3D mechanical design see Inventor.
Choosing your release year
AutoCAD Electrical is Windows-only. Select a release year from 2024 to 2027; the toolset must match the release of the core AutoCAD it runs with, so keep the two in step if you already have AutoCAD installed. Every option carries the 3-year licence term.
AutoCAD Electrical compared with plain AutoCAD
| AutoCAD | AutoCAD Electrical | |
|---|---|---|
| Schematic drafting | Manual lines and blocks | Intelligent wires and components |
| Automatic wire numbers and cross-references | No | Yes |
| PLC I/O and panel layout tools | No | Yes |
| Platform | Windows, Mac | Windows only |
Compatibility and system requirements
AutoCAD Electrical 2026/2027 installs on 64-bit Windows 10 or 11 alongside AutoCAD of the same release. Autodesk recommends a multi-core processor, 16 GB of RAM, a DirectX 12-capable graphics card with 4 GB or more and additional disk space for the toolset content libraries.
An Autodesk account and internet connection are required for download, installation and licence validation.
Always check the current release against Autodesk’s published system requirements before you order, because minimum specifications move with each release.
Delivery and activation
Orders are fulfilled digitally — there is nothing to post. Once payment is confirmed, your licence details and step-by-step setup instructions go to the email address you entered at checkout. Most orders are processed promptly after payment confirmation; a small number are held briefly for a routine manual check. If you need a hand with installation or activation, our support team replies by email during published support hours.
- Licence details and installation guidance delivered by email
- 3-year licence term, counted from activation
- An Autodesk account and an internet connection may be required for download, installation and activation
- Secure checkout in GBP — Visa, Mastercard, American Express, Apple Pay, Google Pay or invoice/bank transfer
- Order confirmation and payment record for your accounts
Changed your mind on an unused, unactivated order? Contact us within 14 days. Suspected defect? Tell us within 30 days so we can investigate and replace or refund where required — see the Refund Policy and Delivery Policy.
AutoCAD Electrical FAQs
Is AutoCAD Electrical included with AutoCAD?
Autodesk supplies the Electrical toolset with an eligible AutoCAD entitlement on Windows. This page provides the entitlement geared to that workflow.
How much does AutoCAD Electrical cost in the UK?
The 3-year licence here starts at £39 per user; Autodesk itself sells the toolset only as part of a full AutoCAD subscription.
AutoCAD Electrical or EPLAN?
EPLAN is a dedicated electrical CAE platform with database-driven projects; AutoCAD Electrical suits teams that already work in DWG and want intelligent schematics without leaving AutoCAD.
Does AutoCAD Electrical include 3D?
It includes the 3D tools of full AutoCAD, but electrical design itself is 2D schematic and panel work.
Is it available for Mac?
No. The toolsets are Windows-only.
Ready to buy AutoCAD Electrical?
Select your operating system and release year above, then add to basket. Your licence details arrive by email after payment confirmation, with setup guidance included.
Still deciding?
Platform and licence details for the releases we sell (2024 - 2027). Exact hardware requirements vary by release year, so always confirm them on the official Autodesk page below.
| Specification | Details |
|---|---|
| Operating System | Windows |
| Edition | AutoCAD Electrical |
| Version Year | 2024, 2025, 2026, 2027 |
| Licence term | 3 years |
Before you order: confirm the requirements for the exact release year you select against the official Autodesk page below.
View the official Autodesk system requirements for this product
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