Integrated electrical network monitoring and control

ABB’s new COM 610 meets the challenge of providing plant managers and users with a truly integrated electrical network monitoring and control system that does not rely on specifying a single manufacturer for all equipment. It acts as a reliable, cost-effective hub for connecting protection relays and terminals with differing protocols to the network control centre.

The COM 610’s communication architecture is based upon proven protocol implementations, utilising OPC frameworks (that provide open connectivity via open standards) that guarantee the flexible and extensive use of information. There are no theoretical limits on the number of master/slave protocols, lines or devices, providing fully flexible configuration. It is delivered with pre-installed software, so all the installer needs to do is to connect it and download the cross connection configuration.

The COM 610 features a compact and robust design that makes it ideal for harsh environments. Its enclosure offers protection to IP50 and it has no moving or other vulnerable parts, while its modular software architecture guarantees easy expandability and ease of use.


Information modelling within the COM 610 gateway is based on the IEC 61850 standard that ensures open and flexible information management. The intuitive configuration tool utilises pre-defined data templates for easy dragand- drop operation. When the configuration is complete, it is downloaded to the gateway over a TCP/IP connection, and the COM 610 is ready to use.


The COM 610 gateway is open to any master system using de facto master protocols. It is also fully compatible with ABB’s MicroSCADA technology – for the creation of complete automation solutions.


Monitoring the COM 610 is made simple by using either the CET configuration tool, based on the IEC 618570-7 model with drag-anddrop signal mapping, or a standard web browser.