With the release of Revit 2025, the Electrical Building Design Show revisits the topic of voltage drop calculations. Readers may recall the previous review that examined the intricacies of calculating voltage drop in Revit. There’s also been a separate discussion of the new features in Revit 2025 specifically aimed at electrical engineers.
As highlighted previously, Revit’s built-in tools for calculating voltage drop are fundamentally flawed. This issue remains unaddressed in the 2025 version.
Highlights explored in the video include:
- Cumulative Voltage Drop Calculation: Revit calculates the voltage drop on individual feeders but does not calculate the cumulative voltage drop in a system. The selected wires are undersized because they do not account for the total voltage.
- ElectroBIM as a Solution: ElectroBIM is a software tool that integrates seamlessly with Revit and enhances voltage drop calculations for greater flexibility and accuracy in electrical design.
- Additional ElectroBIM Benefits: ElectroBIM offers greater functionality in single-line diagrams, fault calculations, arc-flash analysis, and selective coordination, increasing its value to electrical engineers using Revit.
- And more…
The Bottom Line:
While Revit 2025 has made strides in many areas, voltage drop calculation continues to be an area that needs improvement. In the video below, you can find more details on the limitations and find some solutions for voltage drop calculations in Revit.
To enhance your voltage drop calculations and overall electrical design workflow, download a free trial of ElectroBIM from our website. Additionally, you can sign up for our free webinar on creating single-line diagrams in Revit.
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