to see if a fixed symbol already exists in the community library? Official elements collection for QElectroTech. - GitHub
For a long time, users reported several issues with community-contributed Siemens elements in QElectroTech:
This comprehensive guide covers what went wrong with the legacy setups, how the new fixed library transforms your workflow, and a step-by-step walkthrough to get the complete Siemens catalog running flawlessly in your local QET environment. The Backstory: Why the Siemens Library Was Broken
: Some power users feel that while the symbol library (including Siemens parts) grows, the core features haven't evolved significantly, leading some to view it as a "getting started" tool rather than a long-term solution for advanced, decade-long projects.
: Ensure X and Y terminal positions are multiples of 10 for proper grid snapping.
: Use a step of 20 between terminals for simple components (fuses, breakers) and 40 to 60 for complex Siemens PLC I/O modules to ensure readability.
Small UI improvements: About dialog updates, autosave spinbox ranges, improved tooltips and mouse-hover help for dynamic texts. ## Create element — QElectroTech 2020 documentation
The software will automatically generate cross-references between the pages. Align to the Standard Grid
A recurring question across forums is the apparent "missing" or "incomplete" nature of the Siemens library. A user on the official QET forum perfectly summarized this pain point: "I start to create some component that are missing in my version of qet like Siemens 1500 or some Pilz security relay". Another user looking for specific modules like the 6ES7 155-6AR00-0AN0 / ET 200SP echoed the frustration: "Malheureusement je ne retrouve pas le symbole de ces composants dans la rubrique « Siemens »".
QElectroTech uses a Git-based repository for its elements, which means you can ensure you have the latest "fixed" files by keeping your local collection updated.