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SECTION 26 09 00
WIRED CONTROL SYSTEM - INSTRUMENTATION
AND CONTROL FOR ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
PART 1 - GENERAL
1.1
SUMMARY
A.
Section includes:
1.
B.
1.2
Control system for use with electrochromic insulating glass units.
Related Sections:
1.
Section 08 88 00 - Special Function Glazing.
2.
Division 25 - Integrated Automation.
3.
Division 26 - Electrical.
DEFINITIONS
A.
IGU: Insulating Glass Unit.
B.
IGU Pigtail: Cable that extends from individual insulating glass units.
C.
Frame Cable: Cable that runs through framing system and connects IGU Pigtail to low voltage
wiring on interior of building.
D.
Interior Daylight sensor: A Photosensor mounted on or near the interior of the framing system to
measure the amount of light coming through electrochromic glazing; used for automatic control
of tint level to achieve consistent daylighting.
E.
Exterior Daylight sensor: A Photosensor mounted on or near the exterior of the framing system
to measure available daylight; used for automatic control of tint level to achieve consistent
daylighting.
F.
Sensor Cable: Cable that runs through framing system and connects Daylight Sensor to low
voltage wiring on interior of building.
G.
Wall Switch: Wall-mounted two-button control interface of electrochromic glass units.
H.
Electrochromic Glass Controller: Control module for up to 6 electrochromic IGU’s or Daylight
Sensors.
I.
I/O Controller: Control module for analog/digital inputs and outputs.
J.
System Integration Module: Programmable control module with a variety of automation
interfaces, including optional BACnet and LonWorks modules which allow access to the
electrochromic glass control system.
K.
Control Panel: Enclosure for electrochromic glass controls which mounts to an indoor surface or
may be recessed in a wall for flush mounting; includes flush mount cover.
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L.
12-conductor Cable: Cable which runs from the Electrochromic Glass Controller to the Terminal
Box (maximum length of 300ft) in installations where more than 125 feet of wiring is required
between Control Panels and electrochromic IGUs.
M.
Terminal Box: Junction Box where 12-conductor Cables are connected to Frame Cables;
mounts to an indoor surface or may be recessed in a wall for flush mounting; includes flushmount cover.
N.
Electrochromic Bus: Communications bus between electrochromic glass control products.
O.
Electrochromic Bus Cable: Cable which runs between electrochromic glass control products
allowing communications (maximum length in daisy-chain configuration is 1500ft).
P.
Backplane: An assembly, mounted inside a Control panel, with sockets for up to four
Electrochromic Glass Controllers and wiring connections for IGUs, power supplies, and sensors.
Q.
24V Power Supply: A UL listed, NEC Class 2 power supply which provides safe, low-voltage
power from the AC mains for use with Electrochromic Glass Controllers
R.
12V Power Supply: A UL listed, NEC Class 2 power supply which provides safe, low-voltage
power from the AC mains for use with System Integration Modules and Wall Switches.
1.3
SYSTEM DESCRIPTION
A.
Basic Controls
1.
Each Electrochromic Glass Controller controls and monitors up to six electrochromic IGUs or
Daylight sensors.
2.
Electrochromic Glass Controller channels will be configured into multiple zones for
independent operation of specific areas of the glazing.
EDIT NOTE: DELETE ONE OF THE FOLLOWING
3.
System is configured for two tint levels (fully tinted and fully clear).
4.
System is configured for four tint levels (fully tinted, fully clear, and two intermediate).
EDIT NOTE: DELETE AUTOMATION AND INTERFACE COMPONENTS NOT USED ON PROJECT
B.
Automation
1.
Electrochromic glass controllers will be configured to automatically maintain daylight
at a target brightness range by monitoring a Daylight sensor.
2.
A System Integration Module will automatically control one or more zones based on
some combination of time, solar time (referenced to sunrise, sunset or solar noon) and sensor
levels (e.g., light, occupancy, or temperature).
C.
User Interface
1.
Wall Switches provide local control of one or more control zones to specific tint levels.
2.
Wall Switches permit specific control zones to be locally switched between automatic
and manual over-ride modes.
D.
System Integration
1.
A System Integration Module enables integration with other automation systems using
BACnet, LonWorks, and serial interfaces.
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2.
1.4
Electrochromic control system is integrated with lighting control system to provide
synchronized light management per the Sequence of Operations defined by the design team.
a.
Occupancy sensor information shall be shared between the lighting and Electrochromic
control systems.
b.
A physical link at the controller level shall be used to connect the lighting and
Electrochromic glazing control systems to allow communication and coordination
between the two systems.
SUBMITTALS
A.
Product Data: Manufacturer's Product Data sheets including installation instructions.
EDIT NOTE:
REQUIRED
USE THE FOLLOWING IF INTEGRATION WITH LIGHTING CONTROL SYSTEM IS
B.
Sequence of Operations: Provide Sequence of Operations that defines under what conditions
(e.g. occupancy, time of day, heating or cooling mode, presence of glare etc.).
C.
Previous projects: Provide information on two examples of prior installations which have been
operating for at least one year where the solutions from the lighting control manufacturer and
electrochromic manufacturer are successfully integrated.
SHOP DRAWINGS NOT PROVIDED BY ELECTROCHROMIC IGU MANUFACTURER. THESE NEED TO BE PROVIDED BY OTHERS.
D.
1.5
Shop Drawings: Indicate wiring diagram, connections to Frame Cables, and other related
connections. Indicate locations of materials and routing of wiring.
QUALITY ASSURANCE
A.
Pre-Installation Meetings: Conduct pre-installation meeting or teleconference with the following
parties in attendance:
1.
Architect, Contractor, glazing contractor, framing manufacturer,
electrochromic IGU
manufacturer, electrical contractor, automation engineer, and other parties related to Work of
this Section, to review procedures, schedules, safety, and coordination with other elements of
Project.
EDIT NOTE:
REQUIRED
USE THE FOLLOWING IF INTEGRATION WITH LIGHTING CONTROL SYSTEM IS
B.
Manufacturers of lighting control system and electrochromic glazing must have a track record of
working together. They shall provide at least two examples of prior installations which have been
operating for at least one year where the solutions from the two companies are successfully
integrated.
C.
Manufacturers of lighting control system and electrochromic glazing are responsible for
delivering the Sequence of Operations as defined by design team.
1.6
DELIVERY, STORAGE, AND HANDLING
A.
Comply with manufacturer's instruction for receiving, handling, storing, and protecting materials.
B.
Deliver materials in manufacturer's original, unopened, undamaged containers with identification
labels intact.
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C.
Store materials in original packaging, protected from exposure to harmful environmental
conditions, including static electricity.
D.
All cables supplied by electrochromic IGU manufacturer should be conditioned for 24 hours at
room temperature prior to installation and never installed below 32 degrees F (0 degrees C)
ambient temperature.
1.7
PROJECT / SITE CONDITIONS
A.
Verify location of Control Panels and Wall Switches within building.
B.
Verify locations of Terminal Boxes (if used) near IGUs.
C.
Verify penetration locations of Frame Cables into building.
D.
The electrochromic glass control system must be installed in an indoor, climate-controlled
environment.
E.
Once installed, cables supplied by the electrochromic IGU manufacturer must not be routinely
exposed to sunlight, even through glass.
1.8
WARRANTY
A.
Warrant electrochromic glass controls against defects in material or workmanship for a period of
five years from the date of shipping of the Controls from the manufacturer per the manufacturer’s
warranty.
PART 2 - PRODUCTS
2.1 MATERIALS
EDIT NOTE: DELETE THE FOLLOWING CONTROL SYSTEM IF NOT REQUIRED ON PROJECT.
A.
Electrochromic Panel Mounted Control System:
1.
Wall Switch:
a.
Power specifications
1)
2)
3)
b.
Dimensions
1)
2)
3)
c.
Optional accessories
1)
2)
2.
Peak Power: 1 watt.
Max input voltage: 12 volts DC.
Max input current: 0.1 amp.
Height: 4.1 inch (10.4 cm).
Width: 1.75 inch (4.45 cm).
Depth: 1.0 inch (2.54 cm).
Bright white designer-style faceplate to fit installed single gang
boxes. Supplied by electrochromic glass manufacturer.
Single gang boxes to house electrochromic Wall Switches.
Supplied by Electrical Contractor.
Electrochromic Glass Controller (One Electrochromic Glass Controller required for every 3-6
electrochromic IGUs, depending on the number of sub-panes per IGU):
a.
Power specifications
1)
Electrical Peak Power: 80 watts.
2)
Maximum Input Voltage: 24 volts DC.
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b.
3.
3)
4)
5)
Maximum Input Current: 3.3 amps.
Maximum Output Voltage: 16 volts DC.
Maximum Output Current (per channel): 2.5 amps.
1)
2)
3)
Height: 2.75 inch (7.0 cm).
Width: 4.25 inch (10.8 cm).
Depth: 0.38 inch (1.0 cm).
Dimensions
I/O controller (requires one backplane slot; provides analog/digital inputs and outputs):
a.
Power specifications
1)
Electrical Peak Power: 80 watts.
2)
Maximum Input Voltage: 24 volts DC.
3)
Maximum Input Current: 3.3 amps.
4)
Maximum Output Voltage: 22 volts DC.
5)
Maximum Output Current (per channel): 90 mA.
EDIT NOTE: USE THE FOLLOWING IF INTEGRATION INTO BUILDING AUTOMATION SYSTEMS SUCH AS LIGHTING CONTROLS
THROUGH DRY CONTACT INPUT IS REQUIRED
b.
6)
Dry Contact Input. One channel of the I/O Controller Card
provides 5VDC to one terminal of up to 11 independent contact
closure inputs.
1)
2)
3)
Height: 2.75 inch (7.0 cm).
Width: 4.25 inch (10.8 cm).
Depth: 0.38 inch (1.0 cm).
Dimensions
4.
Backplane (attaches into Control Panel; one required for each one to four Electrochromic
Glass Controllers in a panel, depending on IGU size and configuration).
a.
Length: 3.75 in (9.5 cm).
b.
Width: 7.5 inch (19 cm).
c.
Depth: 1.0 in (2.5 cm).
5.
24V Power Supply (one required for each Backplane in a panel):
a.
Power Specifications
1)
UL Listed, Class 2.
2)
Max input Power: 110 watts.
3)
Input voltage: 99 - 253 volts AC, 50/60 Hz.
4)
Max output power: 91.2 watts.
5)
Output voltage: 24 volts DC.
6)
Max output current: 3.8. amps.
b.
Dimensions
1)
Length: 3.6” (9.1 cm).
2)
Width: 3.5” (9.0 cm).
3)
Depth: 2.2” (5.6 cm).
6.
12V Power Supply (one required for each System Integration Module and/or network of Wall
Switches):
a.
Power Specifications
1)
UL Listed, Class 2.
2)
Max input Power: 65 watts.
3)
Input voltage: 99 - 253 volts AC, 50/60 Hz.
4)
Max output power: 54 watts.
5)
Output voltage: 12 volts DC.
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b.
6)
Max output current: 4.5. amps.
1)
2)
3)
Length: 3.6” (9.1 cm).
Width: 2.8” (7.1 cm).
Depth: 2.2” (5.6 cm).
Dimensions
7.
System Integration Module:
a.
Power Specifications:
1)
Peak Power: 60 watts.
2)
Maximum Input Voltage: 12 volts DC.
3)
Maximum Input Current: 1 amp.
b.
Dimensions:
1)
Height: 6 inch (15 cm).
2)
Width: 7.5 inch (19 cm).
3)
Depth: 1.5 inch (3.8 cm).
c.
Interfaces:
1)
RS-232.
2)
Ethernet.
Optional interface capabilities:
3)
BACnet MS/TP or IP.
4)
LonWorks.
8.
Exterior Daylight Sensor
a.
Photosensor.
b.
Illuminance ranges: 0-1000 fc.
c.
Power specifications
1)
Max input voltage: 24V DC.
2)
Output voltage: 0-10V DC.
d.
Dimensions
1)
Diameter: 1.5 inches (5.1 cm).
2)
Depth: 2.7 inches (3.0 cm).
e.
Color: White.
9.
Interior Daylight Sensor
a.
Photosensor
b.
Illuminance ranges: 0-3.2 klux, 0-32 klux, 0-65 klux.
c.
Power specifications
1)
Max input voltage: 24V DC.
2)
Output voltage: 0-10V DC.
d.
Dimensions
1)
Diameter: 2.0 inches (5.1 cm).
2)
Depth: 1.2 inches (3.0 cm).
e.
Color: White.
EDIT NOTE: DELETE PANEL SIZES NOT REQUIRED ON PROJECT.
10.
Small Panel:
a.
Dimensions (without cover)
1)
Height: 23.3 inch (59.1 cm).
2)
Width: 14.3 inch (36.2 cm).
3)
Depth: 3.8 inch (9.5 cm).
b.
Dimensions (including cover)
1)
Height: 26.2 inch (66.4 cm).
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c.
d.
e.
2)
3)
Width: 17.2 inch (43.6 cm).
Depth: 4.9 inch (12.5 cm).
1)
Three Backplanes or two Backplanes and one System
Integration Module.
Three 24V or 12V power supplies.
Capacity:
2)
Color: White.
Includes flush-mount cover.
11.
Medium Panel:
a.
Dimensions (without cover)
1)
Height: 35.3 inch (89.5 cm).
2)
Width: 17.5 inch (44.4 cm).
3)
Depth: 3.8 inch (9.5 cm).
b.
Dimensions (including cover)
1)
Height: 38.2 inch (96.9 cm).
2)
Width: 20.4 inch (51.8 cm).
3)
Depth: 4.9 inch (12.5 cm).
c.
Capacity:
1)
Six Backplanes or five Backplanes and one System Integration
Module.
2)
Six 24V or 12V power supplies.
d.
Color: White.
e.
Includes flush-mount cover.
12.
Large Panel:
a.
Dimensions (without cover)
1)
Height: 51.3 inch (130.2 cm).
2)
Width: 17.5 inch (44.4 cm).
3)
Depth: 3.8 inch (9.5 cm).
b.
Dimensions (including cover)
1)
Height: 54.2 inch (137.5 cm).
2)
Width: 20.4 inch (51.8 cm).
3)
Depth: 4.9 inch (12.5 cm).
c.
Capacity:
1)
Nine Backplanes and one System Integration Module.
2)
Ten 24V or 12V power supplies.
d.
Color: White.
e.
Includes flush-mount cover.
13.
Terminal Box:
a.
Terminal Box Enclosure:
1)
Height: 10 inch (25.4 cm).
2)
Width: 14.4 inch (36.58 cm).
3)
Depth: 2.5 (6.35 cm).
4)
Capacity: 4 12-conductor Cables.
5)
Color: White.
6)
Terminal block type: Screw terminals.
b.
Terminal Box Cover:
1)
Height: 11.25 inch (28.58 cm).
2)
Width: 15.63 inch (39.7 cm).
c.
Color: White.
d.
Includes flush-mount cover.
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14.
B.
Solo Output Module Control System (integrated two button switch with a four output
controller):
a.
Power specifications
1)
Peak Power: 40 watts.
2)
Maximum Input Voltage: 12 volts DC.
3)
Maximum Input Current: 3.4 amps.
4)
Fuse Rating: 4 amps.
5)
Maximum Output Voltage: 12 volts DC.
6)
Maximum Output Current (per channel): 1 amp.
b.
Dimensions
1)
Height: 4.1 inches (10.4 cm).
2)
Width: 1.75 inches (4.45 cm).
3)
Depth: 1 inch (2.54 cm).
c.
Power Supply:
1)
UL Listed, Class 2.
2)
Max input power: 70 watts.
3)
Input voltage: 90-305 volts AC, 50/60 Hz.
4)
Max output power: 60 watts.
5)
Max output voltage: 12 volts DC.
6)
Max output current: 5 amps.
7)
120V AC Power Cord.
d.
Optional accessories
1)
Bright white designer-style faceplate to fit installed single gang
boxes. Supplied by electrochromic glass manufacturer.
2)
Single gang boxes to house Wall Switches. Supplied by
Electrical Contractor.
Class 2 Wiring:
1.
12-conductor Cable: Twelve conductor 16 or 18 AWG cable. Cable is of type Plenum PVC,
CMP/CL2P insulation which complies with the typical requirements of the NEC and applicable
building codes for Class 2 low voltage DC circuits.
2.
Electrochromic Bus Cable: Four-conductor cable containing an 18 AWG power pair and a 22
AWG twisted/shielded data pair. Cable is of type Plenum PVC, CMP/CL2P insulation and
complies with the typical requirements of the NEC and applicable building codes for Class 2
low voltage DC circuits.
THE FOLLOWING MATERIAL IS NOT FURNISHED BY ELECTROCHROMIC GLASS MANUFACTURER.
PROVIDED BY CONTRACTOR.
C.
THESE NEED TO BE
120V AC Wiring: 120V AC,15A or 20A service to each control enclosure.
PART 3 - EXECUTION
3.1 INSTALLATION
A.
Cross functional team required.
B.
Ensure that equipment, conduit, gang boxes, and other related materials are installed and ready
to receive Work of this Section.
C.
Install products per electrochromic IGU manufacturer’s instructions.
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D.
Install Wall Switches, Interior Daylight sensors, Terminal Boxes and Panels in an indoor, climatecontrolled environment.
E.
Ensure Control Panels and Terminal Boxes are installed so as to be accessible.
F.
Ensure 12-Conductor Cable runs between Control Panels and Terminal Boxes do not exceed the
lengths shown in the following table, based on the length of Frame Cables used (top row):
Standard Frame Cables
Cable lengths in feet
50
75
125
12-Conductor Cable Maximum (AWG18)
200
125
0
12-Conductor Cable Maximum (AWG16)
300
200
0
G.
Ensure total Electrochromic Bus Cable run between Control Panels and Wall Switches is no
longer than 1500 feet.
H.
Ensure Electrochromic Bus Cable connects all Wall Switches and Control Panels in a daisychain configuration.
I.
Ensure Electrochromic Bus Cable has been properly terminated at each end of line, using the
jumpers on the Electrochromic Glass Controller, Wall Switch and System Integration Module.
J.
Install Wall Switches in standard single or multi- gang wall mounted junction box.
3.2 COMMISSIONING
A.
Before start-up of electrochromic glass control system, conduct visual inspection to verify system
is installed per code and in working order. Verify proper wire connections to and from equipment
and insulating glass units.
B.
When system is in start-up, conduct an overall system test and verify system is operating per
electrochromic IGU manufacturer’s operating instructions.
EDIT NOTE:
REQUIRED
C.
USE THE FOLLOWING IF INTEGRATION WITH LIGHTING CONTROL SYSTEM IS
The electrochromic and lighting control systems shall be commissioned together to verify the
Sequence of Operations by the lighting control system and the electrochromic glass
manufacturers.
END OF SECTION
THE INFORMATION CONTAINED IN THIS PUBLICATION IS OFFERED FOR ASSISTANCE IN THE SPECIFICATION OF
ELECTROCHROMIC GLASS PRODUCTS. IT IS NOT INTENDED TO BE COMPLETE AND ELECTROCHROMIC GLASS
MANUFACTURER DOES NOT ASSUME ANY RESPONSIBILITY FOR THE ADEQUACY OF THE SPECIFICATION FOR A
PARTICULAR APPLICATION. DUE TO CONTINUAL RESEARCH AND PRODUCT IMPROVEMENT, THE SPECIFICATIONS ARE
SUBJECT TO CHANGE WITHOUT NOTICE AND WITHOUT INCURRING OBLIGATION. ACTUAL PERFORMANCE MAY VARY IN
SPECIFIC APPLICATIONS. AN APPROPRIATE AND QUALIFIED DESIGN PROFESSIONAL MUST VERIFY SUITABILITY OF THE
PRODUCT FOR USE IN A PARTICULAR APPLICATION, AS WELL AS REVIEW FINAL SPECIFICATIONS. TO OBTAIN UP-TO-DATE
INFORMATION RELEVANT TO YOUR SPECIFIC PROJECT OR WARRANTY INFORMATION, CONTACT ELECTROCHROMIC GLASS
MANUFACTURER.
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