This window displays the exact file path to your custom element folder. Alternatively, you can find it manually based on your Operating System: %APPDATA%\qet\elements\ Linux: ~/.qet/elements/ macOS: ~/Library/Application Support/qet/elements/ Step 2: Extract and Move the Files
: In QElectroTech, you can either restart the application or use the refresh function in the elements panel to make the new library appear.
: While QET doesn't have a traditional "group" function, unselecting "Maintain visual rotation" for text fields keeps labels aligned during rotation. 3. Management and Sharing Storage Location : In Windows, your custom Siemens elements are stored in %APPDATA%\qet Collaboration : Use GIT to manage your library. You can clone the official repository qelectrotech siemens library
: Ensure terminal positions (X,Y) are multiples of 10 to match the standard grid. Terminal Spacing Standard components (fuses, contactors): Use a step of Special elements (PLC I/O, speed variators): Use a minimum step of is recommended for better readability. Avoid Duplication
: Add "hot spots" (connection points) and name them according to the component's pinout or terminal designations. This window displays the exact file path to
There are three primary ways to acquire Siemens components for your QElectroTech ecosystem. 1. The Built-in QET Community Collection
Download the Siemens library (usually a .zip or .tar.gz archive). Extract the archive using your system file manager. Terminal Spacing Standard components (fuses
Paste the folder directly into the path discovered in Step 1. Rename the folder to Siemens for clear organization. Step 3: Refresh the Collection
Switchgear > Contactors > Siemens (for SIRIUS series contactors and relays) 2. Community Repositories and GitHub
Out of the box, QElectroTech provides a collection of generic electrical symbols (contactors, relays, switches) and a basic set of controller graphics. However, industrial automation relies on specific hardware dimensions, terminal layouts, and part numbers. A dedicated Siemens library provides exact graphical representations of real-world components, including:
: The official QElectroTech GitHub page hosts the main element repository, and many users share their creations there. The qelectrotech-elements repository is the official home for the standard library.