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Transformers and Relays in Lighting

Harnessing the Power of Transformers and Relays in Lighting Design

Lighting design has taken on an important role, whether functional or aesthetic lighting. In a more granular sense, though, the right lighting control devices also need to be found. Transformers and relays work together to make controlling lights possible. Continue to read to learn how transformers and relays work both…

RIBTW2421B-BCIP

RIBTW2421B-BCIP

BACnet IP Network Relay Device, One Binary Output + Override, One Binary Input, 24 Vac/dc / 120-277 Vac Power Input, NEMA 1 Housing

Retrofit Construction Blueprints

The Retrofit Advantage – Modernizing Existing Buildings with Building Automation

When it comes to upgrading the systems in a commercial or industrial facility, building owners and managers face a key decision – pursuing a complete overhaul through new construction or retrofitting the existing structure. While new builds offer a clean slate, the retrofit approach provides significant advantages that are worth…

5 Basic Elements for Building Automation

The Top 5 Basic Elements for Effective Building Automation

Building automation systems (BAS) are becoming increasingly prevalent in modern buildings as a way to improve energy efficiency, occupant comfort, and overall building operations. A well-designed building automation system can lead to significant cost savings by optimizing heating, ventilation, and air conditioning (HVAC), lighting, fire and life safety systems, and…

Phase Angle Dimmer LR01F600

120 Vac Phase Angle Dimmer LR01F600

Get familiar with our LR01F600 Phase Angle Dimmer This device is powered by 120 Vac and has a dimmed line voltage (120 Vac) output. The output can go to a light or branch of lights to control the lighting level. This dimmer device can handle up to 600 Watts of…

RIB Power Metering and BACnet

RIB®, Power Metering, and BACnet®

One of the newer products for Functional Devices is the Power Meter. This revenue grade power metering device is great for single or three-phase power systems. BACnet® communication is built in, so integrating this into the building automation system is as easy as terminating the MS/TP connection and discovering it…

DC Power Supplies

DC Power in Building Automation: Cutting Edge, Leading Edge, or Bleeding Edge?

In the Building Automation Industry, the quest for efficiency, sustainability, and innovation is a constant journey. As tech evolves, so do the strategies employed to optimize building functions. One such strategy gaining traction is the utilization of DC power with Building Automation Control Panels. But where does this technology stand…

RIB Relay & DC Power Packs

RIB Relay & DC Power Packs

RIB POWER PACKS are designed to provide low voltage power to the ever-increasing sensor systems of today’s building automation systems. With an on-board 20 Amp rated relay, RIB POWER PACKS come ready to switch line voltage to your load when the low voltage control signal is received. Check out some…

Current Transformers

Get to Know RIB Current Transformers!

Let’s get familiar with our RIB current transformers! These CTs are compact in size and have a split-core, solid-core, or rogowski coil construction, making them easy to install in a power metering application. Notable precision boasts a typical accuracy of 0.5%, which makes them perfect for revenue-grade jobs. These units…

ESRLUD

ESRLUD

UL924 Emergency Lighting Automatic Load Control Relay, 10 Amp DPDT, Universal 120-277 Vac, 0-10 Vdc Dimmer Override, Dry Contact Fire Alarm Interface, DALI Dimmable Loads

LR01F600-CL2

LR01F600-CL2

Phase Angle Dimmer, Class 2 0-10Vdc Input, 120 Vac Power Input, 600W Rated, Dimming Mode Selectable, NEMA 1 Housing

Shunt/Bypass UL 924 Emergency Lighting Relays

Shunt/Bypass UL 924 Emergency Lighting Relays

Functional Devices offers UL 924 Emergency Lighting Relays listed for controlling lights on an Emergency lighting circuit. The Automatic Load Control Relay (ALCR) versions are very popular (see the ESRN device). However, what if a simpler UL 924 device could be used to shunt or bypass a local electrical switch…

AHR 2024

AHR Expo 2024: Explore Functional Devices’ Building Automation Solutions

Get ready for the highly anticipated AHR Expo 2024 in Chicago! At Functional Devices, we’re excited to showcase our wide range of building automation solutions. Our comprehensive product line caters to diverse industry needs, and we’re thrilled to introduce new additions that will perfectly complement your requirements. In this blog…

Energy Savings Using Wireless Products

Energy Savings Using Wireless Products

Energy savings in a building is beneficial to the environment and the wallet. In addition, many jurisdictions have requirements for energy-saving controls to meet building codes. The main targets for energy savings in a building are HVAC and Lighting. Functional Devices, Inc. manufactures EnOcean, wireless products that can make these…

RIBXGT420-RMS for Variable Frequency Drive

RIBXGT420-RMS for Variable-Frequency Drive (VFD)

Functional Devices has approximately one million current sensors…give or take a million. Up until now, all those current switches and current transducers only worked at 50 or 60 Hz. Those are the frequencies that come out of the wall all around the world so if the load being monitored is…

Blog RIBXKNUTA RIBXGNTF-125

Introducing Two New Current Sensors: RIBXKNUTA and RIBXGNTF-125

Functional Devices is now offering two new current sensors with lower sensing thresholds and higher rated contacts: RIBXKNUTA and RIBXGNTF-125 RIBXKNUTA The RIBXKNUTA is very similar to the popular RIBXKTA current sensor. It works identically with it being an adjustable solid core current sensor. Where it differs from the RIBXKTA…

Sleep Better at Night with BACnet and Functional Devices

Sleep Better at Night with BACnet & Functional Devices

I know what you’re thinking… What is a company that is known for making relays and power supplies doing, writing a blog about BACnet? What Functional Devices is really known for is creating time-saving products that help controls companies install their systems with ease. For example, we make a relay…

Blog BACnet versus Modbus

BACnet versus Modbus: Which 1 to Choose

Having options sure can be nice; however, sometimes help is needed to weigh out the options in order to choose the best one. Here at Functional Devices, we have lots of options for relays and other devices in the “Intelligent Field Devices” category. A brief glance through the category and…

Blog RIB Secret Weapons

RIB® Secret Weapons

We all know our favorite RIB Building Automation products that we use on every job, but here’s a list of Functional Devices that you should keep in your back pocket. RIBMN24Q2C, Q3C, Q4C Running out of Binary Outputs on your controller? Try the RIBMN24Q2C. This device line is similar to…

RIB Trifecta and Rooftop Units

RIB® Trifecta and Rooftop Units

Did you know the first air conditioner was built in 1902 by a guy named Willis Carrier? Air conditioning has come a long way since those days. Most buildings are conditioned by Rooftop Units, most commonly called RTU’s. Some are more complicated than others, often controlling humidity or air quality…

RIBXKNUTA

RIBXKNUTA

Current Switch, Solid Core, Adjustable, 0.20-150 Amp, Terminal

RIBXGNTF-125

RIBXGNTF-125

Current Switch, Split Core, Fixed, 0.125-150 Amp, Terminal

Prepackaged Power Supplies

Advantages of RIB® Prepackaged Power Supplies

Do you need low voltage power at multiple locations on a job? You could run high voltage to each location, add a transformer, put in circuit protection, and add a switch, but running high voltage all over the place can get expensive. You could also bring the high voltage to…

General Purpose Relays for Lighting Applications

General Purpose Relays for Lighting Applications

Many contractors and lighting specialists need General Purpose Relays when specifying or installing in lighting control systems. Functional Devices’ General Purpose Relays are so good – the competition might as well be selling First Lieutenant Purpose Relays. Bathroom Fan You’ve got a light switch controlling 277V lights. You’ve got a…