CAN AND RS485 BUS TOPOLOGY 
NOTE:  
See the website www.can-cia.org for information about the CAN bus, specifications, etc.  
13.2.1.  Wiring examples 
1.  For shorter distances (all network components within one room) – picture 1  
interconnect A and B; shielding connect to PE on controller side  
2.  For longer distances (connection between rooms within one building) – picture 2 
interconnect A, B, COM; shielding connect to PE at one point  
3.  In case of surge hazard (connection out of building in case of storm etc.) – picture 3  
We recommend using the following protections: 
•  Phoenix Contact (http://www.phoenixcontact.com): PT 5-HF-5DC-ST with 
PT2x2-BE (base element)(or MT-RS485-TTL)  
•  Saltek (http://www.saltek.cz): DM-006/2 R DJ  
Recommended data cables: BELDEN (http://www.belden.com)  
1.  For shorter distances: 3105A Paired – EIA Industrial RS-485 PLTC/CM (1x2 
conductors) 
2.  For shorter distances: 3105A Paired – EIA Industrial RS-485 PLTC/CM (1x2 
conductors) 
3.  In case of surge hazard: 3106A Paired – EIA Industrial RS-485 PLTC/CM (1x2+1 
conductors)