ABB REC670 1MRK002814-AB | High-Voltage Bay Control and Protection IED | New / Surplus

Description

Product Core Brief

• Model: REC670
• Order Code: 1MRK002814-AB
• Brand: ABB
• Core Function: Bay control, interlocking, measurement, supervision and protection IED for high-voltage and extra-high-voltage substations.
• Product Type: Bay Control IED / Substation Bay Control and Protection Relay
• Key Specs: Relion 670 series | IEC 61850 support | Multi-bay control | Synchrocheck | Breaker failure protection | Disturbance and event recording | PCM600 configuration
• Condition: New Original / New Surplus

Product Introduction

The ABB REC670 1MRK002814-AB is a bay control intelligent electronic device from the ABB Relion 670 series. It is designed for transmission and distribution substations, where it provides integrated control, interlocking, measurement, supervision and protection for switchgear bays.

REC670 can control circuit breakers, disconnectors and earthing switches through local HMI operation or remote SCADA control. It supports select-before-operate control, electrical interlocking, synchrocheck, auto-reclose, breaker failure protection and disturbance recording. With IEC 61850 communication, it can be integrated into substation automation systems and participate in station-wide or bay-level signaling schemes.

This unit is suitable for replacement, spare-parts stocking and system expansion in substations where Relion REC670 IEDs are already installed. Because REC670 order codes define application packages, I/O configuration, communication options and firmware features, the full type code must be verified against the installed device before procurement.

Key Technical Specifications

Note: Public sources confirm REC670 as an ABB Relion bay control IED with IEC 61850 capability and substation bay control functions. However, the exact application package, I/O count, auxiliary voltage, communication ports and protection feature set for order code 1MRK002814-AB are not fully confirmed in open sources. Always verify the installed nameplate, application package, firmware version and wiring before replacement.

Quality Control Process

Each REC670 unit is inspected for housing condition, front-panel HMI, terminal blocks, communication ports, mounting points and nameplate data. Where test conditions allow, auxiliary power, LED indicators, HMI display and communication interfaces are checked to confirm basic readiness. The unit is packed with anti-static and shock-resistant protection to prevent damage to terminals, connectors and display components during transit.

Replacement Pitfall Guide

❗ Confirm the full order code. 1MRK002814-AB must match the original device. Other REC670 order codes may differ in application package, I/O configuration, communication options or firmware.

❗ Verify the bay application package. REC670 can be configured for feeder bays, transformer bays, bus-tie bays or multi-breaker arrangements. The replacement unit must support the same bay configuration.

❗ Check communication protocol and version. IEC 61850, IEC 60870-5-103/104, DNP3 or other protocol support depends on the specific variant. The replacement must match the existing substation communication design.

❗ Review interlocking and control logic. Select-before-operate settings, synchrocheck parameters, auto-reclose logic and breaker failure protection must be restored according to the original engineering data.

❗ Back up configuration before removal. Export settings, I/O mapping, communication parameters, event records and disturbance files from PCM600 or the existing IED before replacement. Photograph terminal wiring, switch settings and HMI status if applicable.

Compatibility Matrix & Benchmarks

Benchmarks

• Platform: ABB Relion 670 series bay control IED.
• Typical use: bay-level control, interlocking, measurement and protection for HV/EHV switchgear.
• Key advantage: integrates multi-bay control, synchrocheck, breaker failure protection and IEC 61850 communication in one device.