Modern machines rarely run on electricity alone. Our Sample Project includes a pneumatic cylinder. Because the fluid and electrical schematics reside in the same Eplan project, the solenoid valve appears in both the P&ID (Piping and Instrumentation Diagram) and the electrical schematic. Changes to the valve are reflected across both disciplines instantly.
A professional EPLAN project isn't "drawn"—it's "generated." Use the sample project to test the Report Generation Utilities > Reports > Generate Watch how EPLAN automatically creates a Bill of Materials (BOM) Terminal Diagrams Cable Overviews Eplan P8 Sample Project
Try generating a parts list or running a project check on the sample project. Then, scale it up to 1000 pages. This gives a rough benchmark of how fast your PC or Eplan server performs. Modern machines rarely run on electricity alone
Projects often include a "Macro Project" variant. These contain pre-designed partial circuits (macros) that can be dragged and dropped into new designs to save time. Automated Reports: Changes to the valve are reflected across both
Creating a complete sample project for EPLAN P8 involves several steps, including setting up the project, adding devices, creating a circuit, and generating reports. EPLAN P8 is a comprehensive software solution for electrical engineering, used for electrical design, documentation, and project management. This example will guide you through creating a simple project that includes a few devices and a basic circuit.