ABB’s substation automation COM 600 series is designed to provide interoperability between industrial or utility substation IEDs and local operator interfaces as well as with higher-level Network Control Centres (NCC) or Distributed Control Systems (DCS).
The series features gateway functionality and support a variety of commonly used substation device communication protocols. It comprises three products.
COM 605 COM 610 and COM 615– control and monitoring unit
The COM 605 Control and Monitoring Unit offers Web server functionality, providing a human machine interface (HMI) for local substation monitoring and control.
COM 605 is used mainly in applications requiring a basic level of local and/or remote access using Web technology. Secure communication enables authorized users with a standard PC and Web browser to access the substation HMI over the Internet or LAN/WAN. Local connection of a laptop PC to the unit provides full monitoring and control functionality at the substation level.
COM 610 – communication gateway
The COM 610 Communication Gateway maps signals and data between the protection and control IEDs in industrial or utility substations and higher-level systems. The gateway interfaces with any master system using de facto master protocols.
COM 615 – station computer
The COM 615 Substation Computer offers the combined features and functionality of the COM 605 and the COM 610. It provides gateway functions for mapping data and signals between substation level equipment and higher level systems. In addition, it offers HMI functionality to meet local and remote monitoring and control needs.
Open access to real-time information
COM 600 products incorporate OPC server functionality that provides a single entry point for all the substation information. They are also fully compliant with the IEC 61850 standard for substation automation. This enables them to provide full interoperability with any IEC 61850 compliant IEDs, tolls and systems, simplifying system design and commissioning.
Fast commissioning of ABB IEDS
COM 600 products make ABB IEDS fast and straightforward to commission thanks to the support of ABB’s unique connectivity package. This simplifies system configuration and reduces the risk of errors in system integration, minimising device configuration and set-up times.