ProSoft MVI56E‑61850C IEC 61850 Client Communication Module

MVI56E‑61850C is an IEC 61850 client communication module designed for Rockwell ControlLogix 1756 chassis systems. It serves as a special gateway, enabling ControlLogix PAC to communicate with substation intelligent electronic devices (IEDs) such as protection relays, power meters and bay controllers via IEC 61850 Ed.2.0 standard, supporting MMS, GOOSE subscribe/publish and report data transmission for power‑industry automation scenarios.

This single‑slot module is equipped with dual Gigabit Ethernet ports supporting PRP parallel redundancy protocol, and supports PTP IEEE C37.238‑2017 precise time synchronization. It adopts hot‑swap structure, works with Studio 5000 add‑on profile for convenient configuration, and provides reliable data interaction for power substation, power plant auxiliary control and smart grid automation systems.

Main Specifications

• Brand: ProSoft Technology; Model: MVI56E‑61850C; Series: ControlLogix MVI56E Communication Module
• Supported Protocol: IEC 61850 Ed.2.0, MMS, GOOSE, PRP redundancy, PTP C37.238‑2017 time synchronization
• Ethernet Interface: Dual 10/100/1000Mbps Gigabit RJ45 ports, PRP redundant network function
• Device Capacity: Supports up to 40 IEC 61850 IED server devices, about 20000 data tags maximum
• Backplane Power Draw: 1.4A @5.1VDC, single‑slot installation for 1756 chassis
• Software Requirement: Studio 5000 Logix Designer V32 or higher, dedicated configuration manager tool
• Module Installation: Standard 1756 rack single‑slot, cabinet IP20 protection rating
• Operating Environment: 0℃ ~ +60℃ working temperature, 5%‑95% RH non‑condensing, industrial anti‑vibration grade
• Diagnostic Indicators: Four front‑panel LED lights for module status, network link and communication fault diagnosis
• Certifications: CE, UL, meets international power‑automation and substation communication standards

Core Functions

• Act as IEC 61850 client, collect real‑time measurement, status and fault alarm data from substation IED protection relays and power monitoring devices.
• Dual Gigabit Ethernet ports support PRP network redundancy to avoid single‑network‑point failure and improve communication reliability for power‑system critical links.
• PTP precise time synchronization realizes unified time‑stamp for multi‑IED fault event recording, convenient for power‑system accident analysis and sequence‑of‑event recording.
• Support GOOSE publish/subscribe for fast interlock signal transmission between ControlLogix controller and substation bay‑level equipment.
• Cooperate with Studio 5000 add‑on profile to complete tag mapping, offline configuration and online diagnosis, simplify project deployment and maintenance work.
• Hot‑swap modular design allows independent module replacement without rack power‑off, reducing downtime for substation and power‑plant automation maintenance.

Application Scenarios

• IEC 61850 communication spare replacement for Rockwell ControlLogix automation cabinets in power substations and smart‑grid projects.
• Gateway module for thermal‑power‑plant auxiliary system, hydro‑power‑station protection monitoring and power‑distribution‑network automation control systems.
• Maintenance backup inventory for new‑energy power‑station collector‑station control cabinets, used for docking protection IED and power‑quality monitoring equipment.
• Matching communication module paired with ControlLogix L8 series CPU, 1756 series I/O modules and substation‑layer SCADA monitoring system.
• Retrofit replacement for old power‑automation systems needing to add IEC 61850 protocol access function.
• Global aftermarket spare supply for automation maintenance teams maintaining Rockwell PAC and substation‑automation equipment worldwide.