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LonWorks Communication Bus Fundamentals
Network Guide 59
Extending the Network
In the event that the limits on the number of transceivers or total wire distance are exceeded,
then one repeater or a router can be added to interconnect two segments and double the over-
all system capability.
A maximum of 128 devices per channel can be installed on a TP/FT 10. However, after 64
devices you must add a repeater in order to add more devices up to the 128 device limit. Alter-
nately, once you have 64 devices on an FT 10 channel you can add a router instead of a
repeater. However the router will create a new channel for your new devices. A router is rec-
ommended for optimal performance.
Figure 34: Repeater or Router