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What is KNX?
KNX is the world's only open standard for home and building control. Unlike proprietary systems that lock you into one manufacturer, KNX devices from 500+ manufacturers all speak the same language.
Rock-Solid Reliability
Hardwired bus cable — no WiFi dropouts, no interference. Press a switch, the light turns on. Every time.
Open Standard
Products from 500+ certified manufacturers all work together. No vendor lock-in, ever.
Future-Proof
KNX installations from 30 years ago still work with today's newest products. Build once, use forever.
The Wired Advantage
Why wired beats wireless for serious homes
Wireless smart home gadgets (Zigbee, Z-Wave, WiFi) are convenient for DIY, but they suffer from interference, battery failures, and dropped connections — exactly what you don't want in a home you've invested hundreds of thousands of dollars into.
KNX uses a dedicated 2-wire bus cable that runs alongside your electrical wiring. Each device has its own microprocessor — there's no central "brain" that can fail and take down your entire home.
When the internet goes down or your router fails, your KNX system keeps working perfectly. Lights switch on, blinds close at sunset, HVAC adjusts — because the intelligence lives in the wire, not the cloud.
Works offline — no internet dependency
Decentralised: no single point of failure
Backwards compatible with 30+ years of products
Tested and certified by an independent body
KNX vs Wireless / Proprietary
| Feature | KNX | Wireless / Prop. |
|---|---|---|
| Reliability | 100% Wired | WiFi Dependent |
| Vendor Lock-in | None (500+ brands) | High (1 brand) |
| Expected Lifespan | 25+ years | 3–7 years |
| Internet Required | No | Often Yes |
| Response Time | Instant (<20ms) | Variable lag |
| Scales to Commercial | Yes | Rarely |
How It Works
What can KNX actually control?
💡Lighting
🪟Blinds & Shading
🌡️HVAC & Climate
🔒Access & Security
⚡Energy Monitoring
🎵Audio / AV
Common Questions
KNX FAQ
Ready to build with KNX?
Circuit Logic are certified KNX Partners (Reg. 128392) serving the Gold Coast and QLD.