What are the different types of BACnet networks?

BACnet is a protocol that can operate on various types of networks. The seven types of BACnet-supported networks are:

• BACnet/IP: This is a BACnet implementation over the Internet Protocol (IP) and is used for communication over IP networks such as Ethernet and Wi-Fi.

• BACnet/Ethernet: This is a BACnet implementation over Ethernet and is used for communication over Ethernet networks.

• BACnet/MSTP (Master-Slave/Token-Passing): This is a BACnet implementation over EIA-485 serial communication and is used for communication over twisted-pair wiring.

• BACnet/ARCNET: This is a BACnet implementation over ARCNET and is used for communication over ARCNET networks.

• BACnet/LonTalk: This is a BACnet implementation over Echelon Corporation's proprietary LonTalk protocol and is used for communication over LonTalk networks.

• BACnet/Point-to-Point: This is a BACnet implementation over point-to-point communication and is used for communication between two devices.

• BACnet/PLC (Programmable Logic Controller): This is a BACnet implementation over industrial protocols such as Modbus and is used for communication with PLCs and other industrial devices.

Each of these BACnet network types has its own unique characteristics and advantages, and the choice of network type depends on the specific requirements of the building automation system.