Description
ProSoft MVI56E-61850S – IEC 61850 Server Communication Module for Rockwell ControlLogix Substation Integration
The ProSoft MVI56E-61850S is designed to make a ControlLogix controller speak IEC 61850 like a native substation device. From my experience, this module works as an IEC 61850 MMS Server that maps ControlLogix tags to standard 61850 logical nodes and data attributes, so your SCADA clients or protection relays that act as clients can read, report, and in many cases write data without custom gateways. You might notice that it streamlines retrofit projects where an existing Rockwell platform needs to land in a modern substation network—no awkward middleware boxes on the side.
Company’s Order Placement Process and Guarantees
- Warranty: 365 days
- Lead time: typically 1 week if in stock; no more than one month at the latest
- Payment: 50% advance payment; full payment before delivery
- Express options: FedEx, UPS, DHL
Key Features
- IEC 61850 MMS Server for ControlLogix – Publishes controller data as standard 61850 objects, simplifying SCADA and IED client access.
- Direct 1756 chassis integration – Single-slot ControlLogix form factor; no external gateway wiring for backplane data exchange.
- Dataset and reporting support – Structured data organization and event-style reporting typical for substation applications.
- Studio 5000-friendly workflow – Add-on integration and tag mapping approach that typically reduces commissioning time.
- Industrial Ethernet interface – 10/100Base‑T for MMS communications; suits segmented substation networks.
- Diagnostics and maintenance – Built-in status indicators and configuration utilities ease troubleshooting and routine checks.
- Backplane powered – Draws power from the 1756 chassis; fewer external power considerations.
Technical Specifications
| Brand / Model | ProSoft MVI56E-61850S |
| HS Code | 8537.10 (Programmable controllers – import reference) |
| Power Requirements | 5.1 VDC supplied by 1756 ControlLogix backplane (single-slot module) |
| Dimensions & Weight | Standard 1756 single-slot format; approx. 145 × 35 × 105 mm; ~0.3 kg (typical) |
| Operating Temperature | 0 to 60 °C (32 to 140 °F) typical industrial range |
| Signal I/O Types | Logical data exchange via IEC 61850 MMS (no discrete/analog terminals) |
| Communication Interfaces | 10/100Base‑T Ethernet (RJ45) for IEC 61850 MMS; configuration via PC utility |
| Installation Method | Installs in Rockwell 1756 ControlLogix chassis; communicates over backplane |
Related or Supporting Products
- ProSoft MVI56E-61850C – Client variant for applications where ControlLogix must act as an IEC 61850 client to external servers.
- ProSoft PLX51-EIP-61850 – Compact gateway for EtherNet/IP to IEC 61850 integration when a chassis module is not desired.
- Rockwell 1756-A7 / 1756-A10 – ControlLogix chassis options; pick capacity by slot count and system growth needs.
- Rockwell 1756-PA72 / 1756-PB72 – AC/DC power supplies for the ControlLogix rack; ensure adequate backplane power margin.
- Shielded Cat5e/Cat6 industrial Ethernet patch cords – Helps reduce electrical noise in substation-grade panels.
Quick field note: a utility customer used the MVI56E-61850S to expose protection status, breaker positions, and sequence-of-events tags from ControlLogix to the substation HMI as standard IEC 61850 data. Commissioning was straightforward once datasets were planned; the tag-mapping step took the longest, which is typical.
Installation & Maintenance
- Cabinet & environment – Install in a 1756-rated enclosure with proper grounding and ventilation; keep ambient within 0–60 °C.
- Wiring & networking – Use shielded Cat5e/6; separate IEC 61850 traffic from general office LANs; in many cases, dedicate a VLAN or physically separate switch.
- Slot planning – Place the module in a standard slot with adequate backplane power; verify chassis capacity before energizing.
- Configuration – Define logical nodes, datasets, and tag mappings using ProSoft’s configuration utility; document the MMS data model for the SCADA team.
- Time sync – Enable SNTP (or plant time source) so event timestamps align with SCADA/IEDs; this seems to minimize cross-system discrepancies.
- Safety – De-energize the rack before insertion/removal; follow site LOTO procedures; verify network isolation before live testing.
- Routine maintenance – Periodically back up configuration, review diagnostics, clean dust from the module face, and apply firmware updates during planned downtime.
Quality & Certifications
- CE and cULus compliant (typical for ProSoft 1756 form-factor modules)
- RoHS conformity for hazardous substances reduction
- Manufacturer’s warranty per ProSoft’s standard policy; our coverage provides 365-day warranty support
- Factory firmware and utilities available; change management recommended for validated substation systems
One thing I appreciate is how the MVI56E-61850S lets a ControlLogix controller “look like” an IEC 61850 device to the outside world. That keeps engineering cycles focused on the dataset design rather than protocol plumbing, which, in many cases, is exactly what teams need on a tight outage window.
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