--- title: "Software for cable planning in 3D: EPLAN Harness proD 2022" description: EPLAN Harness proD is a software solution for designing and documenting cables and wire harnesses in 3D both quickly and easily, including Suncar example image: https://blog.eplan.co.uk/hubfs/Harness%202022%20Blog_V2_1090x620px.jpg --- [![Logo](https://cdn2.hubspot.net/hubfs/3337099/blog/images/Logo/Eplan.svg)](https://blog.eplan.co.uk?language=all) [![](https://blog.eplan.co.uk/hubfs/blog/images/Category/Trends-eplan-2021-black.svg) trends](https://blog.eplan.co.uk/tag/trends?language=all) [![](https://blog.eplan.co.uk/hubfs/blog/images/Category/Projects-eplan-2021-black.svg) projects](https://blog.eplan.co.uk/tag/projects?language=all) [![](https://blog.eplan.co.uk/hubfs/blog/images/Category/Software-eplan-2021-black.svg) software](https://blog.eplan.co.uk/tag/software?language=all) ![Harness proD 2022 sofwtare screenshot](https://blog.eplan.co.uk/hubfs/Harness%202022%20Blog_V2_1090x620px.jpg) [Home](https://blog.eplan.co.uk) [Software](https://blog.eplan.co.uk/tag/software) Software for cable planning in 3D: EPLAN Harness proD 2022 ## Author ![Andrew Mutch](https://blog.eplan.co.uk/hs-fs/hubfs/IMG_E0131.jpg?length=68&upsize=true&upscale=true&name=IMG_E0131.jpg) Andrew Mutch Having previously worked as an aircraft technician with HM Forces, Andy is one of our Professional Services Consultants and has been with EPLAN for 10 years. Part of Andy's role is to actively analyse customers processes, develop solution concepts and workflows for customer requirements. Andy is also our resident Harness expert! [Mutch.a@eplan.co.uk](mailto:Mutch.a@eplan.co.uk) [Andrew Mutch auf LinkedIn](https://www.linkedin.com/in/andrew-mutch-ab304851/) 23/02/22 # Software for cable planning in 3D: EPLAN Harness proD 2022 Author: Andrew Mutch Time to read: minute minutes EPLAN Harness proD enables software users to plan [cable harness development](https://discover.eplan.co.uk/e-book-from-2d-drawing-to-3d-designing) and cable routes in 3D, so that for example, the harness can be pre-assembled. The new 2022 version offers features such as the simple design of cable routes and the optimised derivation of production drawings.   ![Lukas Menzel, Product Manager Eplan Harness proD](https://www.eplan.blog/hs-fs/hubfs/EPLAN%20Germany/Screenshots/Lukas%20Menzel.png?width=277&name=Lukas%20Menzel.png) The new 2022 version of [EPLAN Harness proD](https://www.eplan.co.uk/solutions/eplan-platform/eplan-harness-prod/) is here! Launched 11th February 2022, let's take the opportunity to dive into this latest innovation in detail. As the Product Manager for EPLAN Harness proD since 2019, Lukas Menzel is an expert in the solution. In his blog, he provides an insight into the new functions and features.   [![Discover how to shorten your development times, increase productivity and improve project quality.](https://no-cache.hubspot.com/cta/default/3056111/3c5313a2-fd90-4446-917f-2f57fa268989.png)](https://cta-redirect.hubspot.com/cta/redirect/3056111/3c5313a2-fd90-4446-917f-2f57fa268989) ## Software explained in a nutshell: How cable planning works with EPLAN Harness proD EPLAN Harness proD is a software solution for designing and documenting cables and wire harnesses in 3D. As a user, it offers you the following features: - It is possible to determine the position of your electrical components in your mechanical 3D model and plan the cable routes. ![Placement of electrical components and routing of cables with Eplan Harness proD](https://www.eplan.blog/hs-fs/hubfs/EPLAN%20Germany/Screenshots/Platzierung%20elektrotechnischer%20Bauteile%20und%20Verlegung%20der%20Kabel.png?width=1328&name=Platzierung%20elektrotechnischer%20Bauteile%20und%20Verlegung%20der%20Kabel.png)*Placement of electrical components and the laying of cables.*![Integration of the control cabinet into the cable planning of a machine](https://www.eplan.blog/hs-fs/hubfs/EPLAN%20Germany/Screenshots/Integration%20des%20Schaltschrankes%20in%20die%20Kabelplanung%20einer%20Maschine.png?width=1340&name=Integration%20des%20Schaltschrankes%20in%20die%20Kabelplanung%20einer%20Maschine.png)Integration of the control cabinet in the cable planning of a machine. - On this basis, you can derive cable production drawings directly. This allows you to pre-assemble cables and cable harnesses, resulting in faster and easier installation.  ![Derived cable manufacturing drawing in Eplan Harness proD](https://www.eplan.blog/hs-fs/hubfs/EPLAN%20Germany/Screenshots/Abgeleitete%20Kabelfertigungszeichnung.png?width=1404&name=Abgeleitete%20Kabelfertigungszeichnung.png)*Derived cable fabrication drawing.* - Use electrotechnical details that have already been planned from [EPLAN Electric P8](https://www.eplan.co.uk/solutions/eplan-platform/eplan-electric-p8/) and [EPLAN Pro Panel](https://www.eplan.co.uk/solutions/eplan-platform/eplan-pro-panel/) to expand the mechanical model. ![Importing a project from Eplan Electric P8 into the Harness proD software environment](https://www.eplan.blog/hs-fs/hubfs/EPLAN%20Germany/Screenshots/Import%20eines%20Projektes%20aus%20Eplan%20Electric%20P8%20in%20die%20Softwareumgebung%20von%20Harness%20proD.png?width=1187&name=Import%20eines%20Projektes%20aus%20Eplan%20Electric%20P8%20in%20die%20Softwareumgebung%20von%20Harness%20proD.png) *Import the project from EPLAN Electric P8 into the Harness proD software environment.* - EPLAN also has a clever interface for you to import a 3D model from common MCAD systems. ![Import of MCAD data into the Eplan Harness proD software environment](https://www.eplan.blog/hs-fs/hubfs/EPLAN%20Germany/Screenshots/Import%20von%20MCAD-Daten%20in%20die%20Softwareumgebung%20von%20Eplan%20Harness%20proD.png?width=1334&name=Import%20von%20MCAD-Daten%20in%20die%20Softwareumgebung%20von%20Eplan%20Harness%20proD.png)*Import MCAD data into the EPLAN Harness proD software environment.* ## With improved features, EPLAN Harness proD 2022 simplifies cable planning in 3D The new version of EPLAN Harness proD has the same user interface design as the [EPLAN Platform 2022](https://www.eplan.co.uk/solutions/eplan-platform/eplan-platform-2022/) solutions. This means an appealing layout giving intuitive usability for experienced and new users. In addition, EPLAN Harness proD 2022 also offers you improved features such as the simplified design of cable routes and the optimised derivation of production drawings. ## Optimised placement aids for the simple design of cable routes, e.g. in energy chains The design of cable routes in a three-dimensional planning interface can initially be somewhat unfamiliar to electrical engineers who primarily work with two-dimensional circuit diagrams. In order to facilitate the change to the third dimension smoother, the movement of routings can be locked in the correct axis in EPLAN Harness proD 2022. This allows the cable routes to be laid in the right direction quickly and easily. ![Representation of an energy chain in Eplan Harness proD 2022](https://www.eplan.blog/hs-fs/hubfs/EPLAN%20Germany/Screenshots/Darstellung%20einer%20Energiekette.png?width=1392&name=Darstellung%20einer%20Energiekette.png)*Representation of an energy chain.* ## Tick ​​the box and get started: Automated derivation of production drawings Derived drawings can still be created singularly if a user wishes to check a single report. However, all of the derived drawings can now also be processed simultaneously with a simple checkbox. The production drawings themselves are also easier to understand in the 2022 version. For example, rows within tables can be coloured so they are easier to read. In addition, the wire colour can now also be displayed alongside connectors and other connectable components for clearer understanding. ![Derive cable drawings checkbox in Eplan Harness proD](https://www.eplan.blog/hs-fs/hubfs/Checkbox%20Kabelzeichnungen%20ableiten.jpg?width=1594&name=Checkbox%20Kabelzeichnungen%20ableiten.jpg)*All production drawings can be commissioned at the same time via this checkbox.![](https://blog.eplan.co.uk/hubfs/image-png-Feb-23-2022-10-02-30-39-AM.png)* *Within production drawings, for example, the wire colour is now also displayed in tables with plugs.* ## From practice: Suncar relies on EPLAN software for engineering to develop emission-free electric drives The start-up [Suncar](https://www.suncar-hk.com/en/), founded at the ETH Zurich, focuses on the electrification of drives for mobile machines such as excavators. Engineering tools from Eplan support the Suncar developers in their work, including [Eplan Harness proD](https://www.eplan.co.uk/solutions/eplan-platform/eplan-harness-prod/): "The intuitive 3D environment of the Harness proD tool in particular makes it a lot easier for us to plan the cabling for the excavators. We can simulate the laying of the wiring harnesses in advance as a [digital twin](https://discover.eplan.co.uk/electrified-the-digital-twin-whitepaper), discuss with the customer and work out the best solution together," says Stefan Schneider, founder and managing director of Suncar. [You can read the complete user report here.](https://www.eplan-software.com/industries/user-reports/suncar-hk-ag-electric-powertrains-for-mobile-machinery/) --- You might also be interested in these articles: [PLM integration: 3D cable information integrated directly into Teamcenter](https://blog.eplan.co.uk/3d-cable-information-integrated-directly-into-teamcenter) [IceCube telescope modules wired with EPLAN Harness proD: Interview with Martin Richter from CadCabel](https://blog.eplan.co.uk/martin-richter-from-cadcabel) [FAQs: Support answers to frequently asked questions about the Eplan Platform 2022](https://blog.eplan.co.uk/faqs-about-eplan-platform-2022)   [![New call-to-action](https://no-cache.hubspot.com/cta/default/3056111/1bde36c4-a379-4ce0-9b9e-7278e6c4cd7c.png)](https://cta-redirect.hubspot.com/cta/redirect/3056111/1bde36c4-a379-4ce0-9b9e-7278e6c4cd7c)    Related tags: - [SOFTWARE](https://blog.eplan.co.uk/tag/software?language=all) - [EPLAN Harness proD](https://blog.eplan.co.uk/tag/eplan-harness-prod?language=all) - [EPLAN Platform 2022](https://blog.eplan.co.uk/tag/eplan-platform-2022?language=all) Share this article ... ## Comments ## Author ![Andrew Mutch](https://blog.eplan.co.uk/hs-fs/hubfs/IMG_E0131.jpg?length=68&upsize=true&upscale=true&name=IMG_E0131.jpg) Andrew Mutch Having previously worked as an aircraft technician with HM Forces, Andy is one of our Professional Services Consultants and has been with EPLAN for 10 years. Part of Andy's role is to actively analyse customers processes, develop solution concepts and workflows for customer requirements. Andy is also our resident Harness expert! 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