RAC18-IP – flexible HVAC solutions with Touch Point and Control Point panels

Lévai Krisztina
2 days ago
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When technology meets design

In a modern building, comfort is no longer just about maintaining the right temperature. Flexibility, integrability, efficient operation, and appearance are all equally important expectations.

iSMA CONTROLLI's RAC18-IP controller and wall panels provide the answer: a scalable yet transparent solution for room- and zone-level HVAC control.

🎯Why choose this solution?

RAC18-IP – freedom and performance in a Niagara environment

RAC18-IP is a freely programmable, Niagara-compatible IP controller designed specifically for room- or zone-level environmental control. It communicates over an IP network, making it easy to integrate into existing BMS systems while delivering high performance and scalability.

The controller can be programmed using:

the Niagara Framework, or
the free iC Tool software.

The built-in nano EDGE ENGINE is continuously evolving with regular functional enhancements, ensuring a future-proof solution in the long term.

Flexible room operating panels – tailored to project needs

RAC18-IP allows you to choose from multiple room operating panels, adapting the control interface to the environment and usage requirements of each project.

Touch Point (TP) – premium wall-mounted comfort control

Touch Point is a modern comfort control panel with a glass front, combining functionality with elegant design.

Key features:

touch-sensitive, button-free user interface
interactive icons with LED status indication
built-in temperature sensor, optional CO₂ and humidity measurement
available with or without display
multiple colors and design variants

Installation is flexible: surface-mounted or flush-mounted options are available. Configuration can be carried out easily via the network or through the built-in USB port, even without an external power supply.

The Touch Point natively supports Modbus and BACnet communication, selectable via DIP switch.

👉 Ideal for modern offices and residential spaces.

Control Point (CP) – precise and functional operating panel

Control Point panels focus on functionality and system integration.

Key features:

LCD display for measured values and settings
physical control buttons (e.g. fan speed, setpoint, occupancy)
temperature, humidity, and CO₂ sensor options
allowing visualization of alarms, shading, or lighting functions

CP panels support Modbus and BACnet protocols and can be used in plug & play mode with iSMA CONTROLLI zone controllers, reducing engineering and commissioning costs.

Configuration is easily performed via the network or using the built-in USB-C port with free software.

👉 Ideal for industrial and commercial environments.

Key benefits:

🔧 Fast installation, lower costs

The system is designed to support fast and transparent installation. Connecting and configuring the room operating panels is straightforward, which:

reduces installation time,
lowers labor costs,
and minimizes the risk of on-site errors.

As a result, installation and commissioning can be carried out efficiently and in a well-planned manner, even in more complex projects.

🔄 Maximum integration flexibility

The system offers open communication options and supports widely used industrial protocols such as:

Modbus
BACnet

This enables flexible integration with supervisory systems and allows control logic to be easily adapted to different HVAC solutions.

Open communication is especially beneficial in buildings with diverse room types or HVAC systems (such as fan-coil, VAV, or multisplit systems), where different control strategies are required.

🧩 Ready-made FCU solution – prepared for multiple panel types

A ready-to-use FCU (Fan Coil Unit) example application is available for the RAC18-IP, seamlessly integrating Touch Point and Control Point panels.

👉 The result: a complete FCU control solution with Ethernet communication, minimal development time, and freely selectable user interfaces.

🎯 Additional support fir RAC18-IP implementation

RAC18-IP is not only a flexible control platform, but a complete solution supported by comprehensive professional services, making design, implementation, and sales easier.

The solution includes access to:

time-saving e-learning courses that support flexible, self-paced learning
instructor-led training sessions with an interactive, hands-on focus
expert support for application development
online webinars
comprehensive, free-of-charge tool support, including the advanced iC Tool software and a license-free Niagara Workbench module

All of this helps RAC18-IP-based solutions to be deployed faster, scaled more easily, and operated efficiently over the long term.

Summary - a complete, future-proof comfort solution

RAC18-IP is an open and flexible control platform that, in combination with various iSMA CONTROLLI wall panels—including Touch Point (TP) and Control Point (CP) devices—provides a comprehensive solution for room- and zone-level HVAC control.

Modern technology, selectable user interfaces, and premium yet functional design – tailored to project requirements.

🎥 Watch the RAC18-IP webinar recording, where the advantages of the controller are presented in detail:

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