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Andover Continuum
b-Link Repeaters
The b-Link and b-Link-F electronic repeaters are multi-port active

hubs for the BACnet MS/TP field bus, designed to transmit RS-485
or fiber signals beyond the 4,000-foot (1.2 km) limitation. Andover
ContinuumTM BACnet Family controllers support the BACnet
MS/TP field bus.
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Andover Continuum b-Link Repeaters

Features
The b-Link accepts twisted pair cabling at

each of its five RS-485 ports. A single MS/
TP input supplies up to four RS-485 output
signals, or spoke. Each spoke has the drive
capability of up to 4,000 feet (1.2km) and up
to 76.8K baud. A maximum of 127 devices
may be attached to a single b4920 or bCX1
System Controller/BACnet Router.
For conversion applications, the same RS-485 input
can become a single RS-232 output for use with
third-party short haul modems. (The four RS-485
output ports are still available when using the RS232 port.) Data transmission speeds for the b-Link
are switch-selectable from 9600 to 76.8K baud.
Product AT A GLANCE
b-Link:
Five-Port Active Hub for MS/TP Field Bus
RS-485 to RS-232 Conversion for
Short-Haul Modems
b-Link-F:
Dual Fiber Optic Ports for Daisy Chain
Configuration
RS-485 to Fiber Optic Conversion Provides
Noise-Free Communications
b-Link and b-Link-F:
AC and DC Models Available
Extends Field Bus Communications Beyond
4,000 feet (1.2km) Standard Limitation
Switch Selectable Baud Rates from
9600 to 76.8K Baud
AC Input Voltage Switch-Selectable
Full LED Indication for Easy Troubleshooting
The b-Link-F has one RS-485 port and two duplex

fiber ports, and allows point-to-point chaining or
stacking for use in hub applications. Using two
b-Link-Fs with fiber, you can connect BACnet MS/
TP directly between two buildings without the worry
of electrical noise interference. Data Transmission
speeds for the b-Link-F are switch-selectable from
9600 to 76.8K baud.
The b-Link and b-Link-F simplify network troubleshooting by using LED indicators. These LEDs flash
to indicate when the MS/TP field bus is receiving and
transmitting RS-232, RS-485 or fiber signals.
Enclosure
The b-Link is provided with a hinged, black 16gauge, cold-rolled steel enclosure. Installation is
simplified by the use of detachable connectors for all
RS-485 ports or available as an open class solution
without the enclosure.
AC and DC Models Available

The b-Link is available in two models: The AC model
is powered from a standard 115/230 VAC source.
A 24 VDC model is also available for applications
where battery-backed operation is required.
Schneider Electric One High Street, North Andover, MA 01845 USA

SDS-BLINK-A4.BU.N.EN.10.2005.0.00.CC
Telephone: +1 978 975 9600
Fax: +1 978 975 9674
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Features (continued)
Dimensional Drawings
b-Link-AC with Cover Removed
b-Link-F-AC with Cover Removed
AC Power Layout
DC Power Layout

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Specifications
b-Link Repeaters
Electrical
Bus Length
User LEDs/Switches
Power
RS-485 not to exceed 4000 (1.2 km).
Status Indicator LEDs
115/230 VAC, 50/60 Hz,
Fiber run not to exceed 12 dB fiber loss
POWER
Power is ON
switch-selectable, or 24 VDC
including connectors.
TEST
Test Mode
Power Consumption
Note: When connected in series,
Fiber Optic
6 VA for AC model; 1.8 W for DC model
the maximum propagation delay from
PORT 1-2 TDs
Overload Protection
farthest node to farthest node
Fiber Optic
Fused with 2 A fuse. MOV protected.
(including media propagation delay)
PORT 1-2 RDs
must not exceed 140s
RS-485 COMM TD Transmit Data
Mechanical
Bus Media
RS-485 COMM RD Receive Data
Operating Environment
BACnet: twisted, shielded pair,
Switches
32120F (049C), 1095% RH
approved, low capacitance cable
Test
(non-condensing)
Fiber Optic: 62.5/125 duplex
Baud Rate
Size
glass fiber optic cable
6.92 H x 6.100 W x 1.960 D
Pin Assignments for RS-485 to
Agency Listings
(176H x 155W x 50D)mm
RS-232 Signal
UL/CUL 916, FCC CFR47 part 15,
Weight
Pin 1: Chassis Ground
ICES-003, EN55022, AS/NZS 3548,
2.74 lbs. (1.24 kg)
Pin 2: Transmit Data
VCCI Class A, CE
Enclosure Type
Pin 3: Receive Data
NEMA 1-style 16-GA, C.R.S. enclosure,
Pin 4: RTS always high (9V)
Options
flammability rating of UL94-5V, IP 20
Pin 7: Signal Ground
AC or DC Power
Transmit Data
Receive Data
Pin 9: 9V/(1) 5k W
DIN Rail Kit (P/N:DIN-MTG-KIT)
Communications
Pin 10: 9V/(1) 5k W
Part Number
Description
Communications Speed
Pin 20: DTR always high
B-LINK-AC
B-LINK, AC
B-LINK-AC-OP
B-LINK-AC,
Propagation Delay
Connections
OPEN CLASS
RS-485 to fiber port = 0.5 s max. (not
Power
B-LINK-AC-S
B-LINK, AC, SMK
including media delay)
AC: Three-position barrier strip
B-LINK-DC
B-LINK-DC
Fiber port to fiber port = 0.5 s max. (not
DC: Three-position fixed terminal block
B-LINK-DC-OP
B-LINK, DC,
including media delay)
RS-485 Ports
OPEN
Removable two-piece terminal strips
B-LINK-DC-S
B-LINK, DC, SMK
Fiber Optic
B-LINK-F-AC
B-LINK, AC, FIBER
Two pairs of fiber optic transceiver
B-LINK-F-AC-S
B-LINK, AC, FIBER,
interfaces (ST)
SMK
B-LINK-F-DC
B-LINK, DC, FIBER
B-LINK-F-DC-S
B-LINK, DC, FIBER,
SMK
CLASS
On October 1st, 2009, TAC became the Buildings Business of its parent company Schneider Electric. This document reflects the visual identity of Schneider Electric,
however there remains references to TAC as a corporate brand in the body copy. As each document is updated, the body copy will be changed to reflect appropriate
corporate brand changes.
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Fax: +1 978 975 9674
October 2005
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Andover Continuum

The b-Link and b-Link-F electronic repeaters are multi-port active

Andover Continuum b-Link Repeaters

The b-Link accepts twisted pair cabling at

The b-Link-F has one RS-485 port and two duplex

AC and DC Models Available

Schneider Electric One High Street, North Andover, MA 01845 USA

Telephone: +1 978 975 9600

Fax: +1 978 975 9674

Andover Continuum b-Link Repeaters

b-Link-AC with Cover Removed

b-Link-F-AC with Cover Removed

Schneider Electric One High Street, North Andover, MA 01845 USA

Telephone: +1 978 975 9600

Fax: +1 978 975 9674

Andover Continuum b-Link Repeaters

RS-485 not to exceed 4000 (1.2 km).

Status Indicator LEDs

115/230 VAC, 50/60 Hz,

Fiber run not to exceed 12 dB fiber loss

Note: When connected in series,

6 VA for AC model; 1.8 W for DC model

the maximum propagation delay from

PORT 1-2 TDs

farthest node to farthest node

Fused with 2 A fuse. MOV protected.

(including media propagation delay)

PORT 1-2 RDs

must not exceed 140s

RS-485 COMM TD Transmit Data

RS-485 COMM RD Receive Data

BACnet: twisted, shielded pair,

32120F (049C), 1095% RH

approved, low capacitance cable

Fiber Optic: 62.5/125 duplex

glass fiber optic cable

6.92 H x 6.100 W x 1.960 D

Pin Assignments for RS-485 to

(176H x 155W x 50D)mm

UL/CUL 916, FCC CFR47 part 15,

Pin 1: Chassis Ground

ICES-003, EN55022, AS/NZS 3548,

2.74 lbs. (1.24 kg)

Pin 2: Transmit Data

Pin 3: Receive Data

NEMA 1-style 16-GA, C.R.S. enclosure,

Pin 4: RTS always high (9V)

flammability rating of UL94-5V, IP 20

Pin 7: Signal Ground

DIN Rail Kit (P/N:DIN-MTG-KIT)

Pin 10: 9V/(1) 5k W

Pin 20: DTR always high

RS-485 to fiber port = 0.5 s max. (not

B-LINK, AC, SMK

including media delay)

AC: Three-position barrier strip

Fiber port to fiber port = 0.5 s max. (not

DC: Three-position fixed terminal block

including media delay)

Removable two-piece terminal strips