What should an SLD show?
Show the sources, voltage levels, equipment references, busbars, outgoing circuits and relevant ratings. Include protection, metering and switching information at the level the project requires, and maintain a clear legend and drawing issue status.
How is an SLD different from a schematic or GA?
The SLD explains the system connections. A control schematic details circuit logic, terminals and wiring. A general arrangement shows the physical layout, dimensions and clearances. Check that equipment references and ratings agree across all three.
How can AI assist with an SLD?
Describe the system or upload project files and ask for a first drawing or a revision. Review the resulting connections, equipment data, protection assumptions and applicable standards. AI drafting does not establish protection coordination or provide engineering certification.