Hagercad Info

Why not just use AutoCAD or SolidWorks?

For a contractor who exclusively or primarily uses Hager gear, Hagercad is the most efficient tool. Generic software forces you to be an IT specialist and a librarian; Hagercad allows you to remain an electrician.

Manual wiring diagrams are tedious and prone to error. Hagercad automates this. Once you place your components and define the flow, the software can generate the connections automatically. Furthermore, it provides dynamic cross-referencing. If a coil is located on page 3 and its contact on page 10, Hagercad tags both ends, allowing you to navigate the schematic instantly. This feature alone saves hours of troubleshooting complex circuits. hagercad

The heart of HagerCAD is its exhaustive, up-to-date library of Hager products. This includes:

Every component comes with pre-loaded technical data: dimensions, power dissipation, connection capacity, and even weight. This eliminates manual data entry errors.

Once you are comfortable with the basics, leverage these pro features to truly stand out. Why not just use AutoCAD or SolidWorks

If you are new to the software, here is how a standard project flows from start to finish:

Step 1: Project Creation You start by naming your project and selecting the standard you are working to (e.g., IEC, NF, VDE). This sets the symbol libraries and wiring color codes.

Step 2: Single Line Diagram (SLD) You build the main power distribution. Drag a main switch, add feeders, and assign protective devices (Circuit breakers, fuses). Hagercad calculates the short-circuit current based on the upstream values you input. and assign protective devices (Circuit breakers

Step 3: Multi-Line Schematics Here is where you add control circuits. Place relays, contactors, timers, and PLCs. Use the auto-connect feature to draw wires. The software automatically numbers the wires based on your logic (e.g., L1, L2, L3, +24V).

Step 4: Panel Layout (Physical View) Switch to the "Cabinet" module. Select your enclosure (e.g., Hager Vector SFB). The software shows you the mounting plate. Drag the components from your schematic into the physical view. The software snaps them to DIN rails and ensures screw hole alignment.

Step 5: Thermal Check & Validation Hit the "Simulate" button. Input the ambient temperature (e.g., 35°C in a boiler room). The software turns red for zones that are overheating and suggests a ventilation fan or a larger enclosure.

Step 6: Export Generate your BOM, print your wiring labels, and export the schematic as a PDF for the client.

To illustrate the practical power of HagerCAD, let’s walk through a hypothetical project: designing a distribution board for a small office block.