SXWCFI016A10001 Schneider Electric Andover Continuum b3 Series BACnet Controller
The SXWCFI016A10001 is a BACnet Advanced Application Controller (B-AAC) from Schneider Electric's renowned Andover Continuum b3 series. Designed for intelligent building automation, this field device controller provides robust HVAC control capabilities with native BACnet protocol support, making it ideal for commercial buildings, industrial facilities, and complex automation systems.
The b3 series includes various models for different application requirements:
| Category | Models | Application |
|---|---|---|
| System Controllers | b3608, b3624, b3800, b3804, b3810, b3814, b3920 | Large HVAC systems, AHU control |
| Terminal Controllers | b3850, b3851, b3853, b3865, b3866, b3867, b3885, b3887 | VAV boxes, fan coil units |
| VAV Controllers | b3865-V, b3866-V, b3885-V | Variable air volume control |
| Compact Controllers | b3-867 | Space-limited applications |
Popular Models: b3-851, b3-920d, b3-810, b3800
| Parameter | Specification |
|---|---|
| Product Family | Andover Continuum b3 Series |
| Device Type | BACnet Advanced Application Controller (B-AAC) |
| Protocol | Native BACnet MS/TP (Master-Slave/Token-Passing) |
| Communication | RS-485 serial communication |
| Software Version | 4.5 |
| BTL Certification | BTL Listed (BTL Listing #25135) |
| BACnet Profile | B-AAC (BACnet Advanced Application Controller) |
| Feature | Specification |
|---|---|
| Physical Layer | RS-485 transceiver |
| Unit Load | 0.125 (low unit load design) |
| Bias Resistance | 47 kΩ weak bias |
| Total Unit Load | 0.38 |
| Max Cable Length | 1200 meters (4000 ft) |
| Topology | BACnet MS/TP bus |
| Integration | EcoStruxure Building Operation |
Native BACnet Protocol
- BTL certified BACnet Advanced Application Controller
- Full BACnet MS/TP protocol implementation
- Seamless integration with BACnet building management systems
- Interoperable with third-party BACnet devices
Flexible I/O Configuration
- Multiple I/O point configurations available
- Support for digital inputs/outputs
- Analog inputs/outputs (0-10V, 4-20mA)
- Configurable for various HVAC applications
Robust Communication
- RS-485 MS/TP with extended cable distance support
- Low unit load design allows more devices on single bus
- Reliable token-passing network architecture
- Automatic network discovery and configuration
Advanced Control Capabilities
- Fully programmable logic controller
- PID control loops for temperature, humidity, pressure
- Scheduling and calendar functions
- Alarm and event management
- Trend logging and data storage
EcoStruxure Integration
- Native compatibility with EcoStruxure Building Operation
- Web-based configuration and monitoring
- Remote access and diagnostics
- Cloud connectivity ready
Air Handling Units (AHU)
- Supply/return fan control
- Damper and valve control
- Temperature and humidity control
- Economizer control
- Filter monitoring
Variable Air Volume (VAV) Systems
- VAV box control and monitoring
- Room temperature control
- Airflow measurement and control
- Reheat coil control
Chiller and Boiler Plants
- Chiller sequencing and control
- Boiler control and monitoring
- Pump control and variable speed drives
- Cooling tower control
Fan Coil Units (FCU)
- 2-pipe and 4-pipe fan coil control
- Valve and fan speed control
- Room temperature monitoring
- Occupancy-based control
Heat Pump Systems
- Heat pump control and monitoring
- Reversing valve control
- Defrost cycle management
- Auxiliary heat control
Lighting Control Integration
- Occupancy sensor integration
- Daylight harvesting control
- Lighting schedule management
- Energy metering
Energy Management
- Power meter integration
- Energy consumption monitoring
- Demand limiting control
- Utility rate scheduling
Software Support
- EcoStruxure Building Operation software
- Continuum WorkStation programming environment
- Plain English programming language
- Function block and ladder logic support
Configuration Tools
- Web-based configuration interface
- Automatic device discovery
- Template-based programming
- Online diagnostics and commissioning
BTL Certified - BACnet Testing Laboratories certified for guaranteed interoperability
Proven Reliability - Andover Continuum legacy with millions of installations worldwide
Open Protocol - Native BACnet ensures compatibility with multi-vendor systems
Flexible I/O - Multiple models to match any HVAC application requirement
EcoStruxure Ready - Seamless integration with Schneider Electric's building management platform
Long Cable Runs - Extended RS-485 distance reduces wiring costs
Low Unit Load - More devices per network segment reduces infrastructure costs
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- EcoStruxure Building Operation Enterprise Server
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| Model | Type | Best For |
|---|---|---|
| b3-810 | System Controller | Medium AHU, rooftop units |
| b3-851 | System Controller | Large AHU, complex systems |
| b3-920 | System Controller | Large central plants |
| b3865-V | VAV Controller | VAV terminal boxes |
| b3867 | Terminal Controller | Fan coil units, heat pumps |
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