Rockwell Prosoft PLX82-EIP-61850 EtherNet/IP to IEC 61850 Gateway Module

Product Overview

The ProSoft PLX82-EIP-61850 is an EtherNet/IP to IEC 61850 Gateway designed to bridge Rockwell Automation EtherNet/IP controllers with IEC 61850-compliant intelligent electronic devices (IEDs) in substation automation and power utility applications. It enables ControlLogix and CompactLogix systems to exchange MMS (Manufacturing Message Specification) data, GOOSE (Generic Object Oriented Substation Events) messages, and sampled values with protective relays, meters, and bay controllers without requiring dedicated IEC 61850 expertise.

Key Specifications

• Part Number: PLX82-EIP-61850
• Product Type: EtherNet/IP to IEC 61850 Gateway
• Series: ProSoft PLX80 Gateway Platform
• EtherNet/IP Interface: 2 × 10/100 Mbps RJ45 (embedded switch)
• IEC 61850 Interface: 2 × 10/100 Mbps RJ45 (embedded switch)
• Supported Protocols: IEC 61850-8-1 MMS, GOOSE, ACSI; EtherNet/IP I/O & Explicit Messaging
• Logical Nodes: GGIO, LLN0, MMXU, CSWI, PTOC, XCBR, and 40+ standard logical nodes
• GOOSE Support: Send/receive up to 256 GOOSE messages with VLAN priority
• Time Synchronization: SNTP / IEEE 1588 PTP (SOE resolution ≤ 1 ms)
• Data Capacity: 10,000-point register space
• Configuration: ProSoft PLX50 Configuration Utility; IEDScout; SCL Manager
• Power Input: 10–36 VDC
• Mounting: DIN rail
• Operating Temperature: -25°C to +70°C
• Certifications: IEC 61850 Ed. 2, CE, UL, cULus, RoHS, IEC 61000-4 (EMC Level 4)

Features & Benefits

• IED-Level Integration: Presents ControlLogix data as standard IEC 61850 logical nodes — no custom programming required
• High-Performance GOOSE: 256 concurrent GOOSE messages with VLAN tagging for protection signaling and interlocking
• Precision Time Sync: IEEE 1588 PTP support ensures SOE (Sequence of Events) resolution under 1 millisecond
• Dual-Network Isolation: Independent Ethernet switches separate the EtherNet/IP process network from the IEC 61850 substation LAN
• SCL File Support: Imports ICD/CID/SCD files for automatic IED configuration and data object mapping
• Security Features: IP whitelisting, SSL/TLS encryption, and Syslog audit logging for NERC CIP compliance

Applications

• Substation automation integrating Rockwell PLCs with IEC 61850 protective relays
• Wind farm SCADA with IEC 61850 turbine controllers and ControlLogix plant control
• Solar inverter aggregation via IEC 61850 MMS into EtherNet/IP DCS networks
• Hydroelectric governor modernization with mixed IEC 61850 and legacy protocols

Installation Guide

1. DIN Rail Mount: Install the PLX82-EIP-61850 in a substation control cabinet with proper grounding
2. Power Connection: Apply 24VDC (10–36VDC) from a substation-grade DC supply (battery-backed preferred)
3. EtherNet/IP Network: Connect Port 1/2 to the plant EtherNet/IP network (Stratix or equivalent switch)
4. IEC 61850 Network: Connect Port 1/2 to the substation IEC 61850 process bus or station bus
5. SCL Import: Obtain ICD/CID files from relay vendors and import into PLX50 Configuration Utility
6. Logical Node Mapping:</