Description
Key Technical Specifications
| Parameter | Value |
|---|---|
| Manufacturer | ABB |
| Model | REC670 |
| Product ID | 1MRK002814-AB |
| Product Family | Relion® 670 Series |
| Product Type | Bay Control Intelligent Electronic Device (IED) |
| Primary Function | Bay protection, control, monitoring and automation |
| Communication Protocols | IEC 61850, IEC 60870-5-103, DNP3, Modbus RTU, SPA (configuration dependent) |
| Auxiliary Supply | Universal 24–265 V AC/DC (version dependent) |
| Binary Inputs | Configurable, up to 96 |
| Binary Outputs | Configurable, up to 48 |
| Analog Inputs | Configurable CT/VT input modules |
| Time Synchronization | SNTP, IRIG-B, IEEE 1588 PTP (configuration dependent) |
| Mounting | 19-inch rack or panel mount |
| Operating Temperature | Typically -25 °C to +55 °C (configuration dependent) |
| Typical Application | Transmission and distribution substations up to EHV systems |
The exact hardware configuration depends on the ordered variant and installed option modules.
Product Introduction & Supply Chain Strategy
The ABB REC670 1MRK002814-AB is a Relion® 670 Series Bay Control Intelligent Electronic Device (IED) designed for substation automation. It combines protection, bay control, monitoring, interlocking, event recording, and communication into a single platform for medium-, high-, and extra-high-voltage substations.
Maintaining this unit as New Original / New Surplus inventory is a sound lifecycle strategy because bay control IED failures can disable feeder control and protection simultaneously. Keeping one or two spare units as buffer stock minimizes lead time variability, supports last-time-buy planning for legacy installations, and reduces Total Cost of Ownership (TCO) by preventing extended substation outages.
- REC670 1MRK002814-AB
- REC670 1MRK002814-AB
Installation & Configuration Guide
Stage 1 – Pre-Installation (Prep & Safety)
- Apply Lock-Out/Tag-Out procedures.
- Verify the complete model and Product ID (REC670 1MRK002814-AB).
- Wear an ESD grounding wrist strap.
- Back up all protection settings and disturbance records using ABB PCM600.
- Record:
- Firmware version
- IEC 61850 configuration
- IP address
- GOOSE subscriptions
- CT/VT settings
- Photograph all terminal wiring before removal.
Stage 2 – Removal
- Isolate auxiliary power.
- Disconnect Ethernet and communication cables.
- Label all CT, VT, binary I/O, and trip wiring.
- Remove terminal blocks carefully.
- Release rack or panel mounting hardware.
- Remove the IED without stressing connectors.
Stage 3 – Installation (Clone & Seat)
- Verify hardware revision and Product ID.
- Install the REC670 securely.
- Reconnect all CT, VT, binary I/O, Ethernet, and serial connections.
- Restore the saved protection configuration.
- Verify IEC 61850 communication.
- Confirm all grounding connections before energizing.
Stage 4 – Power-On & Testing
- Apply auxiliary power.
- Confirm normal startup diagnostics.
- Verify communication with SCADA and station bus.
- Check GOOSE messaging and time synchronization.
- Perform secondary injection testing for protection functions.
- Confirm breaker control, indication, and event recording before placing the bay into service.
Firmware/Software Versions & Upgrade Notes
- Engineering and configuration are typically performed using ABB PCM600.
- Verify firmware compatibility before replacing an existing .
- Maintain identical firmware revisions whenever possible to avoid IEC 61850 engineering changes.
- Back up protection settings, event records, and communication databases before replacement.
- Avoid firmware upgrades during emergency maintenance unless specifically required by the protection scheme.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)
1. Is this a genuine ABB product?
Yes. This unit is supplied as New Original / New Surplus. It is not refurbished, repaired, or removed from an operating substation.
2. Why is New Surplus priced higher than refurbished protection relays?
New Surplus provides unused OEM hardware with full component life expectancy. Refurbished protection IEDs may contain aging power supplies, relay contacts, or communication components that increase operational risk.
3. What is the primary application of ?
The is a bay control and protection IED used in transmission and distribution substations. It integrates protection, breaker control, monitoring, interlocking, automation, and IEC 61850 communications within a single device.
4. Can the be replaced while the bay remains energized?
No. Replacement should only be performed following approved utility maintenance procedures with the protection scheme isolated and all safety requirements satisfied.
5. Will replacing the erase protection settings?
A replacement unit requires the correct protection configuration to be loaded. Always back up settings, event logs, and communication parameters before removing the original IED.
6. What quality inspections are completed before shipment?
Each New Original / New Surplus typically undergoes:
- OEM part number verification
- Serial number inspection
- Visual hardware inspection
- Terminal and connector verification
- ESD-safe handling and packaging
- Functional verification where applicable
7. What warranty is typically provided?
A 12-month warranty is commonly offered for New Original / New Surplus protection and control IEDs, providing dependable support for critical substation maintenance and asset management.
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