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In the high-stakes environment of a data center, a building management system (BMS) acts as the central nervous system, orchestrating everything from HVAC and lighting to complex security protocols. However, the intelligence of these systems is only as reliable as their physical infrastructure. This guide explores the types and functions of BMS cables, as well as the high-performance solutions from Consolidated Electronic Wire & Cable designed to keep your infrastructure responsive and resilient.
What Is a Data Center Building Management System (BMS)?
A building management system in a data center is an integrated system that monitors and optimizes the facility’s power distribution, temperature and humidity (HVAC), access control, security, and lighting systems. Working in tandem, these functions enable data centers to remain secure, safe, accessible, and productive.
Functions of BMS Cables
A BMS needs various cables and wires to connect system components throughout a data center. The following are a few key functions of BMS cables:
Data transmission
These systems facilitate data transmission between controllers, sensors, and the main BMS. These cables allow security, lighting, and other BMS systems to function with optimum efficiency and precision.
Power distribution
This type of BMS cable provides power to sensors, actuators, controllers, and other elements, keeping the BMS fully operational.
Communication
These BMS cables facilitate communications between the central BMS unit and all external platforms and equipment, including access controls, fire alarms, and energy management. This means the BMS can respond quickly and accurately to events.
BMS Cable Types for Data Centers
A BMS needs different types of cables for effective data center management. These include:
- Security. These systems typically implement 22 to 12 AWG Plenum and Riser cables.
- Temperature control. HVAC and other temperature control systems also tend to use 22 to 12 AWG Plenum and Riser cables.
- Access control. OSDP and other access control protocols use multi-element Riser and Plenum cables.
- Fire alarm. Fire safety systems use 18 to 12 AWG Plenum and Riser cables, with either solid or stranded designs.
- Lighting cable. These systems also use 18 to 12 AWG Plenum and Riser cables.
Our Low-Voltage Cable Products
Depending on your data center’s BMS setup, Consolidated Electronic Wire & Cable can direct you to the appropriate BMS cable products from our inventory. Our BMS products include a selection of Plenum (FPLP) and Riser (FPLR) cables, available in shielded or unshielded designs. These fire-resistant cables are crucial in smoke detectors, security alarms, and other fire safety systems.
Our low-voltage cables for data centers are available with the following options:
This cable type protects components from heat, moisture, electromagnetic interference, and other environmental factors.
These cables enable facility-wide video distribution and work for certain radio frequency (RF) and high-frequency applications.
Category 6, 6A, and 8 cables
Our data transmission cables ensure optimal signal integrity, preventing attenuation and crosstalk.
We also offer medium-voltage cables (1 kV to 35 kV) that distribute electricity to various distribution points, servers, and backup power systems.
Contact Consolidated Electronic Wire & Cable for Quality Data Center BMS Cabling
If you need dependable BMS cable solutions for your data center, turn to the experts at Consolidated Electronic Wire & Cable. We offer high-quality data center cabling to meet your unique application needs, including a selection of Riser and Plenum cables for nearly any type of BMS function, from access control to HVAC to fire safety. As an ISO 9001:2015 certified manufacturer, we deliver high-quality wire and cable solutions that support your data center’s 24/7/365 uptime.
Contact us today to learn more about cables used for building management systems. You can also request a quote to begin your custom BMS cable project.
