What is IEC 61850?
IEC 61850 is the global standard for communication in power utility automation.
It enables standardized, vendor-independent, and time-synchronized data exchange between
Intelligent Electronic Devices (IEDs) used in substations, power plants, and industrial automation systems.
By adopting IEC 61850, operators achieve reliable multi-vendor compatibility, faster integration, and a future-proof communication architecture
across the entire energy network.
Key Functions of Alpais BMS IEC 61850 Gateway
Native IEC 61850 Data Mapping
Converts Alpais parameters (cell voltage, temperature, internal resistance, string voltage/current, alarms, SOH/SOC)
into IEC 61850 logical nodes.
Direct SCADA Integration
Provides real-time access to battery status via IEC 61850 reports and datasets.
Plug-and-Play Compatibility
Works seamlessly with existing Alpais Control Modules through a Modbus connection.
Secure, Standardized Communication
Supports encrypted, time-synchronized data transmission for substation and industrial networks.
Alpais IEC 61850 Gateway Options
Alpais offers a dual-redundant communication link to protect system uptime and ensure continuous operation under network fault conditions.
Gateway Models:
- 2 × RJ45 Connectors – Dual Copper Ethernet
- 2 × Fiber SC Connectors – Dual Fiber Optic Ethernet supporting IEC 61850 with PRP (Parallel Redundancy Protocol)
Why Battery Monitoring via IEC 61850 Matters
Reliable communication between battery monitoring systems and substation automation networks is critical for uninterrupted operation.
The Alpais IEC 61850 Gateway ensures that real-time battery data becomes part of the
standardized utility communication environment, enabling:
- Unified visualization across SCADA, DCS, and HMI systems
- Simplified integration with energy management systems
- Enhanced predictive maintenance and fault diagnostics
- Redundant Ethernet architecture for maximum uptime