In the world of wire harness design, accuracy, speed, and efficiency are everything. One of the most powerful tools that help designers stay ahead is the Component Database (Component DB) in Arcadia – a solution that goes far beyond the standard parts libraries found in most ECAD platforms.
While many ECAD tools offer basic component libraries, Arcadia’s Component DB stands out with its fully integrated, intelligently categorized, and highly visual environment – purpose-built to make design workflows smoother and smarter from start to finish.
Unlike traditional ECAD platforms, which often store components in isolated silos with limited metadata, Arcadia features a centralized and integrated component database, where each part comes with predefined linked parts and detailed specifications. This centralized and integrated component database means designers can pull a connector and automatically access all related terminals, seals, and Plugs. Similarly, Manufacturers can link their tooling with splices, terminals, and Seals—no guesswork, no manual cross-referencing.
This integrated approach makes Arcadia’s database not just a parts list, but a powerful design engine.
Arcadia organizes components into relevant, design-friendly categories. Each category contains rich metadata, including part numbers, descriptions, technical specifications, manufacturer details, connector views, and—most importantly—linked parts(connector accessories).
By grouping and maintaining components in this way, the database becomes easier to update, maintain, and scale. It reduces duplication and errors, ensuring that designers always work with validated and complete data.
One of Arcadia’s most powerful features is its intelligent linked part association. Once you’ve mapped your connectors and wires, Arcadia automatically suggests compatible terminals and seals, eliminating the need for manual cross-checks and significantly speeding up the component selection process.
This deep linking between parts enables designers to make informed choices at every stage without needing to toggle between PDFs, datasheets, or third-party tools.
Even when components are manually added directly into the harness drawing—bypassing Arcadia’s assisted workflows – you can still run design rule checks to validate compatibility. This flexibility ensures that, regardless of your design, your harness remains error-free and compliant.
Arcadia’s Component DB is accessible organization-wide, regardless of where your teams are located or what device they use. With role-based access controls, stakeholders from engineering, procurement, and manufacturing can collaborate more efficiently, making faster and more informed decisions.
Arcadia’s intelligent structuring reduces data redundancy and ensures every component includes complete, standardized information. This dramatically reduces the risk of inconsistencies in your Bills of Materials (BOMs) and improves traceability across your design chain.
The centralized nature of the data also allows for quicker reference checks and comparisons—especially useful when revisiting older designs or assessing in-progress work.
By eliminating manual part selection, reducing errors, and improving collaboration, Arcadia’s Component DB results in significant time and cost savings. Design teams become more productive, decision-making is faster, and the likelihood of costly design rework is minimized.
Arcadia’s Component Database is not just another ECAD library—it’s a smart, structured, and scalable platform built to power modern harness design. With its integrated components, part linking, and collaborative access, it helps your team focus on what matters: delivering accurate, efficient, and reliable wire harness designs.
Ready to streamline your design process? Arcadia’s Component DB is already doing it for leading harness manufacturers—maybe it’s time it did the same for you.
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