Transform the Way You Design Schematics with Fully Cloud-Native Electrical CAD
Discover how Capital X Panel Designer outperforms legacy solutions with smarter, faster, and more collaborative schematics design.
Electrical engineers deserve a solution that works smarter, not harder. Capital X Panel Designer is a fully cloud-native electrical CAD software - no downloads, no installations, just instant access from any browser. It’s designed for speed, efficiency, and cost-effectiveness, with advanced automation, instant reports, an extensive symbol library, and seamless collaboration.
If you value productivity and quality while minimizing costs, time, and IT overhead, Capital X Panel Designer is built for you.
The Power of a Fully, Truly Cloud-Native Solution
Unlike traditional CAD software, Capital X Panel Designer isn’t just cloud-enabled - it’s fully cloud-native. That means:
No additional software required
Access and edit your schematics in real time, straight from your browser.
Seamless team collaboration
Work together in real-time, receive instant updates, anytime, anywhere.
Zero maintenance hassles
No installation, no updates, no IT headaches.
Why Does Being Fully Cloud-Native Matter for Electrical Design?
It isn’t just an upgrade - this next-generation electrical schematic CAD software is a revolution in efficiency, collaboration, and cost management. With real-time version control, automated file syncing, and secure, permission-based access, your team stays aligned, and projects move forward without friction. No hardware limits, no IT headaches — just seamless, high-performance electrical design software built for today’s engineering demands.
Automation & Productivity Boosters
More features and functionalities here.Cost-Effective & Scalable
Instant Access to Symbols and Components
Advanced automation tools
Design circuits 3-5x faster with intelligent automation features like Autowiring, Autorenumbering, and more.
Instant report generation
Generate Bills of Materials (BOMs), wire lists, and panel layouts in seconds.
Supports various file formats
Easily import and export PNG, JPG, SVG, PDF, DWG, DXF, AI and more.
Lower upfront costs
No expensive licenses or hardware requirements.
Flexible scalability
Manage multiple teams and projects with an intuitive team-based dashboard.
Minimal to no training, maintenance, or update costs
Start using it immediately with minimal learning curve.
Extensive symbols library
Skip manual symbol creation and searching for external resources. Includes standard electrical, hydraulic, and pneumatic symbols.
CADENAS cloud part library integration
Directly access millions of manufacturer-specific components and import them into your drawing.
How Does Capital X Panel Designer Compare?
Take a quick look and see how Capital X Panel Designer addresses common pain points in electrical schematics design with a modern, cloud-native approach, setting it apart from traditional CAD solutions. This ideal electrical CAD software eliminates high upfront costs, complexity, and limited collaboration. See how we compare:
| Feature | Capital X Panel Designer (Fully Cloud-Native) | Traditional CAD (AutoCAD Electrical, SolidWorks Electrical, EPLAN, etc.) | Similar Cloud-Based CAD |
| Fully Cloud-Native | ✔ Yes (100% browser-based, no installation) | X No (Requires local installation, with some cloud storage options) | Partially (Cloud storage & viewing, but core design still requires installation) |
| Instant Access - No Installation Required | ✔ Yes | X No (Desktop-based, requires installation & licensing) | Limited (Some tools accessible via web, but main design tools require software) |
| Real-Time Editing & Collaboration | ✔ Yes (Multi-user editing with live updates) | X No (Single-user editing, no real-time collaboration) | Limited (Mostly viewing/commenting, no full real-time editing) |
| Advanced Automation Tools | ✔ Yes (Rule-based automation, scripting, smart features) | Limited (Available but requires manual setup) | Limited (Some automation, but not as flexible) |
| Extensive Symbol Library & Cloud Part Library | ✔ Yes (Built-in & cloud-connected) | X No (Requires manual updates & local storage) | X No (Limited cloud part library support) |
| Low Upfront Costs | ✔ Yes (Affordable, subscription-based, minimal to no setup) | X No (High licensing & maintenance costs) | Subscription-based but often costly |
| Easy to Use, Minimal Training Required | ✔ Yes (Intuitive, fast learning curve) | X No (Steep learning curve, specialized training needed) | X No (Some require training & complex workflows) |
| Easy File Transfers (Drag & Drop) | ✔ Yes | X No (Manual file management & version control) | X No (Often requires conversion/exports) |
| Integrated Collaboration with Google Drive & Slack | ✔ Yes (Seamless integrations) | X No (Requires plugins or manual exports) | X No (Limited, often extra setup required) |
This comparison is based on publicly available information and general industry knowledge as of 2024. Product features, pricing, and capabilities may change over time.
We encourage users to conduct their own research and consult official sources to make an informed decision. All trademarks and product names mentioned belong to their respective owners.
Key Takeaways
- Capital X Panel Designer is one of the few truly cloud-native electrical CAD tools.
- Most electrical CAD software in the market only have partial cloud functionality - they rely on cloud storage but still require local installations for full design work.
- Having real-time collaboration & cloud capabilities are essential to cost savings especially for budget-conscious and productivity-focused engineers.
Designed to Power Your Industry, Engineered for Excellence
Whether you're an agile SMB or a large-scale enterprise, Capital X Panel Designer delivers the power and flexibility to handle complex electrical schematics with ease. Designed for high productivity and cost efficiency, our cloud-native platform scales effortlessly to meet the demands of even the most intricate projects - without the heavy costs of traditional software.
Trusted by industry leaders, our software is the preferred choice across:
With Capital X Panel Designer, you get the advanced capabilities you expect from high-end electrical CAD solutions, at a fraction of the cost. Optimize your workflow, accelerate design cycles, and bring your projects to life with confidence.
Real Engineers, Real Results.
See How Capital X Panel Designer Solves Real-World Challenges
Thank you for the Amazing support. These quick email responses made a huge impact on our decision to switch to Electra.
Michael Hickey
Fantastic support and great explanations on their software. These guys are next level and soon to be market leaders.
Brian Pribe
Enjoying the software. Again not scrutinizing, so far it is an easy transition from AutoCAD Electrical. Thanks for your support, it has been fantastic.
Philip Horton
Interested in an on-premise version?
We get it, some projects and clients of yours are still demanding an on-premise solution. With the offline version of Capital X Panel Designer, it is ideal when you are out for remote commissioning. For businesses requiring offline access, check out our Standard plan that ticks all your boxes by providing access to both our offline and online software in a single subscription.
What is included?
- Access to Capital Panel Designer (On-premise)
- Access to the fully cloud-native Capital X Panel Designer
- Full access to all Electrical, Pneumatic, Hydraulic, and P&ID circuits and symbols
- Access to the integrated CADENAS cloud part library – portal to millions of manufacturer components
- Full compatibility between offline and online versions for easy file transfers
- Priority support
Seamless data exchange with Solid Edge
If you work with mechanical CAD, Capital X Panel Designer seamlessly integrates with Solid Edge to simplify electrical-mechanical collaboration. This ensures accurate design data exchange, saving time and reducing errors. Streamline your electrical and mechanical design workflows by ensuring easy data transfer between electrical-mechanical CAD environments.
Here’s what you can do:
Export schematics from Capital X Panel Designer in Solid Edge XML format and perform electrical routing in Solid Edge, ensuring seamless data exchange.
Ability to import data from Solid Edge to automatically generate BOM or other reports in Capital X Panel Designer, reducing manual entry.
Improve collaboration between Electrical CAD and MCAD teams with cloud collaboration features and team-based dashboard.
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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
What is Capital X Panel Designer?
Capital X Panel Designer is an electrical design software that helps engineers across various sectors create, develop and optimize electrical systems. Engineers can design and document electrical components, circuits, wiring diagrams and other related elements, while adhering to industry standards.
How does Capital X Panel Designer compare to other CAD solutions?
Capital X Panel Designer is cloud-native and built for electrical schematics design. It streamlines workflows with browser-based access, cloud collaboration tools and powerful automated features that reduce errors and boost productivity. While general CAD solutions such as AutoCAD and SolidWorks offer broader tools, they lack the specialized workflow for electrical design.
How easy is it to transition from another CAD solution to Capital X Panel Designer?
Capital X Panel Designer was designed with a user-friendly interface that minimizes the learning curve. To support your transition, we offer comprehensive tutorials, help pages and a dedicated customer support team ready to assist you every step of the way.
What are the system requirements of Capital X Panel Designer?
As a cloud-native software, Capital X Panel Designer is accessible through any modern web browser on most devices and operating systems. This flexibility allows you to work from any device, anywhere. For specific system requirements, please contact our support team.
What happens after my 30-day free trial ends?
Files will still be accessible, but Capital X Panel Designer’s premium features and automation tools will be unavailable.
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