Qbus presents its new controller: a completely redeveloped solution for those who want to build smart today and expand smoothly tomorrow. The new controller is compact, powerful, and future-ready. With expansion cards, it effortlessly grows with the needs of the user, from 10 to 150 modules. "Installers no longer need to know the endpoint at the start. This controller simply grows along," says CEO Tom Vanden Bussche.
"Installers no longer need to know the final setup from the start. This controller simply grows along with the project."
Smart buildings require smart control. But not every project is equally large. That is why Qbus developed a new generation of controllers that seamlessly adapt to the scale of any building, now and in the future. The controller is available in three basic versions (CTD10, CTD40, and CTDmax), depending on the number of modules, and can be easily expanded with an expansion card per 15 additional modules.
"We wanted a solution that doesn't force installers to know the endpoint from the start," says Tom Vanden Bussche, CEO of Qbus. "With this controller, they can confidently build a system that grows flexibly. It is a single compact solution for every type of building. Our new Qbus controller clearly reflects our DNA: it is easy, flexible, and future-oriented."
Easy, Flexible, and Future-Oriented
Easy, because the controller always operates with the same connections and programming, regardless of the type or size of the project. Flexible, because it can be expanded with cards (EXP15) that add extra capacity per 15 modules. Future-oriented, because each controller is exactly the same width (4 DIN) and remains compatible with all existing Qbus modules.
While the first generation of Qbus controllers defined their limit based on power consumption on the bus, this new generation operates much more transparently: the capacity is now determined by the exact number of connected modules.
Robust Technology + User-Friendliness
Each controller standardly includes two buses of 1000 mA, providing extra power supply and creating space for more modules, displays, or design switches like Tastu. Energy efficiency has also been improved thanks to a new bus control, resulting in less heat development in the cabinet. Programming and visualization are managed via the Ethernet port. The SD card is safely located behind the cabinet's cover plate, accessible only to the installer.
“We combine robust technology with user-friendliness,” says Tom. “That is essential: a smart installation must also be easy to install. This controller takes into account the on-site reality and what may come in the future.”
Three versions + expansion option:
- CTD10 – up to 10 modules (expandable to 70 via 4 EXP15 cards)
- CTD40 – up to 40 modules (expandable to 100 via 4 EXP15 cards)
- CTDmax – up to an average of 2 x 75 modules (not expandable)
With the expansion card (EXP15), you can easily add 15 modules. A unique code under the scratch-off layer is entered into System Manager, and the controller is immediately ready for more.
