Archelios Calc 2024.0.0.10 – Professional Electrical Design Software for Photovoltaic Systems

Archelios Calc is a professional electrical design software dedicated to photovoltaic systems. It assists electrical engineers in accurately analyzing the main parameters of PV systems—from panels to inverters, and from inverters to the grid. By performing precise calculations and regulatory checks, the software provides a solid foundation for technical studies.

The software supports multiple project standards, accommodates various installation configurations, and includes a multi‑manufacturer equipment database with over 100 brands. It also enables environmental condition modeling, such as lightning risk, temperature, and load type, making it a comprehensive tool for professional PV system design.

Primary Users

Archelios Calc 2024.0.0.10 is designed for electrical engineers, PV system designers, solar installers, and renewable energy consultants who specialize in photovoltaic system design. It serves professionals who:

  • Design and size PV systems from panels to inverters and from inverters to the grid

  • Perform regulatory compliance checks for electrical installations and PV systems

  • Calculate voltage drops, current ratings, and short-circuit currents in DC and AC circuits

  • Select appropriate protection devices for overcurrent and lightning surge protection

  • Generate single-line diagrams and technical documentation for project submittals and approvals

Key Features & Capabilities

Calculations and Sizing

  • Conductor Sizing: Calculates optimal cable cross‑sections in both DC and AC circuits based on derating factors and installation conditions

  • Voltage Drop Calculation: Computes voltage drop in cables, considering installation conditions and temperature

  • Short‑Circuit Current Analysis: Calculates short‑circuit currents at various points in the network

  • Protection Coordination: Analyzes overcurrent protection and selects appropriate protective devices

  • Lightning Protection: Evaluates lightning surge coordination and protection requirements

Equipment Database

  • Multi‑Manufacturer Catalog: Access to a catalogs with over 100 equipment manufacturers for quick component selection

  • Automatic Bill of Materials (BOM): Generates detailed equipment lists and quantity takeoffs automatically

  • Flexible Component Selection: Choose from pre‑defined equipment libraries or custom specifications

Diagram Generation and Documentation

  • Single‑Line Diagram Output: Exports single‑line diagrams in PDF and DWG (AutoCAD) formats

  • Technical Reports: Generate comprehensive technical documentation and design reports

  • Data Export: Extract project data for further analysis or integration

Compliance and Quality

  • Standard Selection: Choose from supported international standards and project requirements

  • Design Quality Scoring: Provides configurable design quality scores for technical assessment

  • Regulatory Checks: Ensures designs comply with applicable installation standards

  • Environmental Modeling: Accounts for lightning risk, temperature variations, and load type

What’s New in Archelios Calc 2024.0.0.10

The 2024.0.0.10 release represents the latest iteration of Archelios Calc, focusing on:

  • Updated Standards Compliance: Integration of the latest regulatory and safety standards for PV installations

  • Expanded Equipment Database: Addition of new equipment and manufacturers to the catalogs

  • Enhanced Export Capabilities: Improved PDF and DWG output for single‑line diagrams

  • Performance Optimizations: Faster calculation and report generation