I think the remedy to this is using layers where I can have 24VDC signal wires on one layer, and 120VAC wires on another layer, with each layer being color-coded. So I was going to create another layer (say WIRES_24V) and set the color to blue. But it is my understanding that wires can only be on the WIRES layer, otherwise the wire will not cut when components are placed on it. Not sure if there is a way to subdivide a layer where all the wires are still on WIRES layer but different colors can be used for wires carrying different voltages. Please advise.

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I am posting this after a recent experience where the panel builder used red wire for 24VDC signal wires. The signal originates from a VFD's control board I/O pin "VO24", and I foolishly assumed this was enough information, and of course all wires on my drawing are black. So in summary, I did not specify the signal voltage on my drawing and expected the panel builder to just know what color wires to use.

To answer your question about how ACADE knows what layers are Wires vs Lines, is that when you use the Create/Edit Wire Type dialog, the program adds that information to the hidden block WD_M. The rest is coding behind the scenes as to how that information is accessed and used.

This sounds like where the Wire Types should be coming into play. This is where you can create the 'layers' for your different wires. Read and learn more about the tools here:

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4. Finally you can insert the wire properties in text mode by doing a right click on the wire and sleect Wire Color/gauge Label.

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Edit: this should also be helpful: https://knowledge.autodesk.com/support/autocad-electrical/learn-explore/caas/CloudHelp/cloudhelp/201...

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3. go again to edit wire/wire numbers but this time select Cahnge/convert Wire type, then select the "wire type" you want to use and the pick all the wires you want to change.

I use this method also.................in addition, my line thickness varies according to wire gauge---a #10 is visibly thicker than a #18. I have a LOW VOLTAGE & a HIGH VOLTAGE template saved with all wire types that will normally be needed.

2. Fill the WireColor and Size fields, according to the default format on the "layer" frame ($C_$S), these fields are needed to give a name to the layer. Also make sure to select the correct color, linetype, etc. on the Layer frame at the right bottom. Click "OK"

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A color printout for the builder will also go a long way to reducing confusion.................and help the maintenance department later on

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That works very well. Now, more on the aesthetics side, is there a way to make the color/gauge text inline? The "wire color/gauge label" tool only gives the leader/no leader option. And what about the font type and size of the text. I guess that would depend on the layer the text is on.