Tesla Asset Controller (TACO) Low Voltage and Communication Wiring
Communication Wiring to Backup Gateway 2
Note
Refer to local codes and standards for
correct wiring practices and wire colors.
| Terminal Name | Recommended Wire Color | Wire Gauge | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | CN- (CAN LO) | Orange | 0.2 - 1.5 mm2 |
| 2 | CN+ (CAN HI) | Blue | 0.2 - 1.5 mm2 |
| 3 | GND (Earth) | Black | 1 - 1.5 mm2 |
| 4 | 12V+ (Logic+) | Red | 1 - 1.5 mm2 |
Tesla Remote Energy Meter Wiring
| Terminal Name | Recommended Wire Color | Wire Gauge | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 5 | RS-485 + | Red | 0.2 - 1.5 mm2 |
| 6 | RS-485 - | Black | 0.2 - 1.5 mm2 |
Ethernet Jacks
| Terminal Name | Recommended Wire Color | Wire Requirements | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 7 | RJ45 Ethernet jacks | - | CAT5 or CAT6 Ethernet wiring (see Prepare Ethernet Wiring with RJ45 Connectors) |
| Terminal Name | Recommended Wire Color | Wire Gauge | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 8 | RSD + | Red | 0.2 - 1.5 mm2 |
| 9 | RSD - | Black | 0.2 - 1.5 mm2 |
Note
The terminal between the two RSD
terminals is not used.
Aux Wiring
| Terminal Name | Recommended Wire Color | Wire Gauge | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10 | Load Control + | - | 0.2 - 1.5 mm2 |
| 11 | Load Control - | - | 0.2 - 1.5 mm2 |
TACO Low Voltage Harness
| Terminal Name | Recommended Wire Color | Wire Gauge | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 12 | TACO low voltage harness (provides 12V power to TACO) | - | - |