Temperature Control - Schneider (Andover, Invensys, TAC) BMS Cables

Summary: Temperature Control - Schneider (Andover, Invensys, TAC) BMS Cables

Temperature Control – Schneider (Andover, Invensys, TAC) BMS Cables

Windy City Wire manufactures SmartWire low-voltage temperature control wire and cable designed for reliable performance on Schneider (Andover, Invensys, TAC) building management systems. These SmartWire plenum-rated constructions support common Temp Control needs such as controller I/O, sensor loops, actuator runs, and networked communications, including Lon and Echelon devices as well as Bacnet segments. Made in the USA, SmartWire helps streamline installation while meeting demanding BMS environments in commercial, institutional, and industrial buildings.

Why SmartWire for Schneider BMS

• Purpose-built for BMS: Constructions suited for control power, signal, and data—ideal for zone controllers, VAV boxes, AHUs, sensors, and supervisory devices.
• Code-friendly plenum options: CMP and CL3P/CMP listings support use in air-handling spaces and meet typical specification requirements for Temp Control.
• Signal integrity choices: Shielded, non-shielded, and low-capacitance options help manage noise, distance, and bandwidth needs across control and communications runs.
• Pulling efficiency: SmartWire Glide lubrication is applied during manufacturing to reduce pulling friction by up to 70%, helping crews work faster and with fewer re-pulls.
• Standardization: Custom jacket and stripe colors can be produced to help teams quickly identify circuits and maintain consistent labeling practices across projects.

Applications

• Controller I/O and field device wiring for damper/valve actuators, relays, and power-limited control circuits.
• Sensor and thermostat runs where capacitance and conductor count matter for accurate readings.
• Lon/Echelon trunks and stubs requiring 22 AWG pairs for stable communications.
• Bacnet MS/TP (RS-485) runs where shielding and balanced pairs help reduce interference.
• BMS backbone or controller uplinks using Category 6 plenum for IP-based segments.

Customer value on your next project

• One source for temperature control wire and cable across the most common AWG sizes, pair counts, and shielding levels used in Schneider BMS installations.
• Consistent 1000 FT lengths help planning and forecasting across large or multi-floor deployments.
• SmartWire Glide lubrication aids faster pulls and can reduce installation effort and callbacks.
• U.S.-manufactured SmartWire supports quality and lead-time expectations for scheduled BMS work.
• Optional custom jacket/stripe colors support long-term serviceability and faster troubleshooting.

At-a-glance options

• Available AWGs: 16, 18, 22, 23, 24
• Available Shielding: Non-Shielded, Shielded, EPS
• Length: 1000 FT
• Plenum-rated constructions (CMP and CL3P/CMP)

Available constructions
Format: AWG CONDUCTORS STRANDING INSULATION VOLTAGE RATING: Description

1. 22 AWG 1 Pair Bare Copper Plenum CMP: A balanced pair for Lon/Echelon and other BMS comm lines; well-suited for point-to-point Temp Control signaling where shielding is not required.
2. 22 AWG 2 Pair Bare Copper Plenum CMP: Adds a second pair for multi-point devices or combined signal runs; supports efficient home runs to controllers in plenum spaces.
3. 18 AWG 2 Conductor Bare Copper Plenum Shielded CMP/CL3P: Heavier gauge plus shielding for low-voltage control power and analog signals in electrically noisy areas.
4. 18 AWG 3 Conductor Bare Copper Plenum Shielded CMP/CL3P: Extra conductor supports common/return or additional control leg; shielding helps maintain stable readings.
5. 18 AWG 4 Conductor Bare Copper Plenum Shielded CMP/CL3P: Four conductors for multi-function devices or combined control/signal paths; designed for cleaner signals over longer routes.
6. 16 AWG 2 Conductor Bare Copper Plenum Non‑Shielded CMP/CL3P: Larger copper cross-section for longer control power runs and devices that demand lower voltage drop.
7. 18 AWG 6 Conductor Bare Copper Plenum Shielded CMP/CL3P: High-conductor-count shielded cable for complex devices and bundles where crosstalk control is essential.
8. 18 AWG 2 Conductor Bare Copper Plenum Non‑Shielded CMP/CL3P: Versatile two-conductor control cable for standard power-limited circuits and relay/actuator control.
9. 18 AWG 3 Conductor Bare Copper Plenum Non‑Shielded CMP/CL3P: Adds flexibility for devices requiring an extra signal or reference conductor without shielding.
10. 18 AWG 4 Conductor Bare Copper Plenum Non‑Shielded CMP/CL3P: Four conductors simplify multi-function terminations to field devices and panels.
11. 18 AWG 6 Conductor Bare Copper Plenum Non‑Shielded CMP/CL3P: Non-shielded six-conductor option for consolidated pulls to dense device locations.
12. 24 AWG 1 Pair Tinned Copper Plenum Shielded Low‑Cap CL3P/CMP: Low-capacitance pair helps preserve signal integrity on longer runs and in higher-speed or sensitive circuits.
13. 24 AWG 2 Pair Tinned Copper Plenum Shielded Low‑Cap CL3P/CMP: Each pair individually foil-shielded to minimize crosstalk; well-suited for Bacnet MS/TP and other data-centric Temp Control wiring.
14. 23 AWG 4 Pair Bare Copper Plenum Non‑Shielded CMP (Category 6): Cat 6 UTP for BMS controllers and head-end devices using Ethernet/IP-based communications within plenum spaces.

Put SmartWire to work on your Schneider BMS

Whether you are standardizing on a specific Temp Control spec or building out a mixed system of control power, sensor, and networked lines, Windy City Wire provides products and solutions that make installation efficient and dependable. Pair the right temperature control wire and cable with your Schneider (Andover, Invensys, TAC) infrastructure and keep your project on schedule with SmartWire performance and consistency. Contact our team to review your bill of materials, confirm compatibility for Lon, Echelon, and Bacnet segments, and choose the constructions that fit your job conditions.

Solutions: Temperature Control - Schneider (Andover, Invensys, TAC) BMS Cables

Temperature Control – Schneider (Andover, Invensys, TAC) BMS Cables

Windy City Wire supplies a comprehensive portfolio of temperature control wire and cable designed for Schneider Electric building management systems, including Andover Continuum, TAC Vista, Invensys I/A Series, and EcoStruxure Building Operation. These plenum-rated, UL Listed solutions support a wide range of BAS and Temp Control applications, and are also suitable for use with leading third‑party platforms such as Trane, Honeywell, Alerton, Johnson Controls, Siemens, Distech, and Delta Controls. Whether you are wiring Bacnet MS/TP trunks, Lon/Echelon networks, or IP-based controllers, our constructions help ensure stable communications, clean terminations, and reliable performance across the facility.

Built for today’s BAS and temperature control applications

• Controller networks and trunks: Options in 22 AWG and 24 AWG twisted pairs for Bacnet MS/TP and Lon (Echelon) Free Topology communications. Choose shielded low-capacitance designs for longer runs or electrically noisy spaces.
• IP-based supervisory devices: 23 AWG, 4-pair Category 6 plenum for Bacnet/IP and other Ethernet BMS segments.
• Field devices and sensors: 18–22 AWG in 2–6 conductor configurations for thermostats, space sensors (temperature, humidity, CO2), and control relays.
• Actuators and power-limited control: 16–18 AWG constructions for valve and damper actuators, VFD interfaces, and control loops that benefit from larger copper for voltage drop management.
• Shielding choices: Available in Non‑Shielded, Shielded, and EPS options to address EMI/RFI, long distances, and dense mechanical rooms.

Compatible systems and protocols

• Schneider BMS platforms: Andover (Continuum), TAC Vista, Invensys I/A Series, and EcoStruxure Building Operation.
• Common BAS ecosystems: Trane Tracer, Honeywell, Alerton, Johnson Controls Metasys, Siemens Desigo, Distech, Delta Controls, and others.
• Protocols: Bacnet MS/TP and Bacnet/IP, Lon/LonWorks by Echelon, plus typical support for Modbus RTU/TCP where specified.

Where these cables are used

• Devices and subsystems: AHUs, RTUs, VAV boxes, fan coils, heat pumps, boilers/chillers, energy meters, dampers/valves, actuators, VFDs, and supervisory controllers.
• Sensing and control: Thermostats, temperature/humidity/CO2 sensors, pressure/transducers, occupancy inputs, and relay interfaces.
• Industries and facilities: Commercial offices, healthcare, education, data centers, industrial manufacturing, life sciences and labs, hospitality, retail, multi‑family, and government.

Construction options to match the job

• Plenum-rated, UL Listed: CMP and CL3P designs support code-compliant installation in return air spaces.
• Wide gauge coverage: 16, 18, 22, 24 AWG for low‑voltage Temp Control circuits—select for run length, device current, and termination requirements; 23 AWG Category 6 for Ethernet segments.
• Pairs and conductors: From 1-pair and 2-pair twisted pairs for controller buses to multi‑conductor (2–6) options that reduce the number of pulls to field devices.
• Shielding: Non‑Shielded for typical sensor and zone runs; Shielded/EPS for high‑interference areas or extended communications trunks.
• Color coding: Common conductor color codes are available, including White‑Blue/Blue, White‑Orange/Orange, and Black/White combinations (with Red/Green/Brown/Blue where applicable) to simplify identification and panel standards.
• Low capacitance options: Shielded low‑cap plenum constructions help maintain signal integrity on longer RS‑485 or Lon trunks.

Selection guide (quick reference)

1. Bacnet MS/TP trunks between controllers: 22 AWG twisted pair; consider shielded low‑cap for long runs or near VFDs and switchgear.
2. Lon/Echelon FT‑10 networks: 22 AWG 1‑pair typically performs well; add shielding when installed alongside power conductors.
3. Bacnet/IP and BMS Ethernet: 23 AWG, 4‑pair Category 6 plenum for supervisory devices and controller switches.
4. Thermostats and multi‑sensor drops: 18–22 AWG, 2–6 conductor; use shielded where electrical noise is present.
5. Actuators and relays: 16–18 AWG, 2–4 conductor to manage current and minimize voltage drop.

Lengths and project flexibility

• Available in multiple put‑ups, including 500, 1000, and 2500 FT, to align with small device runs, standard zone cabling, and long trunk lines.

Why contractors and facility teams choose Windy City Wire for temperature control wire and cable

• Plenum‑rated, UL Listed constructions that support code compliance across a wide range of BAS environments.
• Shielded and non‑shielded options to match noise conditions and run distances.
• Gauge, pair, and conductor choices that simplify takeoffs and reduce the number of pulls.
• Support for Bacnet and Lon/Echelon networks, as well as IP-based controllers, helping unify mixed‑vendor BAS deployments.
• Clear conductor color coding that aids terminations, labeling, and serviceability.

From new construction to retrofits and expansions, our temperature control wire and cable solutions help deliver dependable communications and control for Schneider BMS environments and the many Temp Control platforms found in modern buildings.

Frequently Asked Questions: Temperature Control - Schneider (Andover, Invensys, TAC) BMS Cables

• What AWG conductors are available with this SmartWire Temperature Control - Schneider (Andover, Invensys, TAC) BMS Cables cable?
  Available AWGs include 16, 18, 22, 23, and 24 AWG.
• What other colors is this SmartWire Temperature Control - Schneider (Andover, Invensys, TAC) BMS Cables cable available in?
  Available color options include: White-Blue/Blue, White-Orange/Orange, Black/White, Black/White/Red, Black/White/Red/Green, and Black/White/Red/Green/Brown/Blue. Custom jacket and stripe colors are also available to standardize your installations.
• Is this SmartWire Temperature Control - Schneider (Andover, Invensys, TAC) BMS Cables cable made with solid or stranded copper conductors?
  Both are available depending on the cable type. For example, the 23 AWG 4-pair Category 6 CMP is typically solid, while many temperature control and multi-conductor options utilize stranded copper (with select tinned copper pair options).
• What length is this SmartWire Temperature Control - Schneider (Andover, Invensys, TAC) BMS Cables cable sold in?
  Windy City Wire manufactures and stocks SmartWire Temperature Control cable in 1,000 ft length as our standard. Additional lengths available: 500 ft and 2,500 ft.
• How is your SmartWire low-voltage Temperature Control cables sold on spools or in boxes?
  Our SmartWire Temperature Control cable is packaged in our patented RackPack carton for efficient, professional pulls. Learn more about our RackPack: https://windycitywire.com/solutions/rackpack-overview

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