Benefits of SPE

Transitioning to SPE has multiple benefits, starting from installation to managing an entire building using a single communication network. Its benefits result in a lower total cost of ownership and a better return on investment in building automation systems. For example:

• Having Ethernet connectivity brought to the edge eliminates the need for additional gateways, which simplifies systems by only requiring a single communication network.

• PoDL eliminates the need for a separate power cable, which simplifies wiring in building automation systems.

• With just one pair of wires, the cabling becomes cheaper and lighter, making overhead wiring easier.

• Faster and easier installation reduces the cost of labor.

• Improved bandwidth compared to existing field bus networks provides the flexibility to implement features such as predictive maintenance.

• 10BASE-T1L offering communication distance of 1000 m at 10Mbps data rate helps replace costlier fiber cables and enable more data transfer.

The following section explains how SPE can be implemented and the associated benefits for various building automation applications.