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All in one protection relay offers innovative simplicity

s the power grid evolves, REX610 the need to change the entire relay. The safe, reliable and cost-effective protection
is designed to simplify protection modular hardware makes modifications solutions with predictable maintenance
Aand control of basic power possible at any time, throughout the life costs. The services include a web-based
distribution applications. cycle, even years after installation. To data-sharing and backup service, ABB
With world energy usage predicted to minimise costly downtime, the innovative, Ability backup management for electrical
nearly double by 2050 , power distribution withdrawable plug-in unit ensures quick systems – Data Care. This provides
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networks are continuing to grow in size and easy installation, maintenance and secure online storage and easy sharing of
and complexity. In response, ABB is testing, as well as swift replacement and technical information from the protection
launching a new addition to its Relion quick repairs. relays. Data Care is also where all firmware
product family designed to support safe, To further support changing grid updates will be accessible.
smart and sustainable electrification. requirements, new developments can be For the retrofit market, ABB has also
Packed with innovative simplicity, accessed via firmware updates. Access developed a tailor-made adapter to allow
REX610 makes protecting grids, industrial to the latest versions of ABB’s protection quick and easy replacement of ABB’s
processes and people easier. algorithms will ensure optimal protection SPACOM relays with REX610 relays. With
REX610 draws on ABB’s strong heritage and control solutions, whereas new more than ABB 700 000 SPACOM relays
of freely configurable multifunctional protection functionality opens up the installed worldwide, dating back to the
relays and proven protection algorithms possibility for new applications. The 1980’s, the retrofit adapter offers a simple
to create a simple and innovative solution extensive range of default functionality way to easily modernise the protection
that provides optimal protection for all allows users to adapt to changing and control system to the shifting
basic power distribution applications. protection, communication and network requirements of future power demand.
Alessandro Palin, President of ABB’s requirements, accessible via ABB’s relay
Distribution Solutions division, said: setting and configuration tool, PCM600. Contact Busisiwe Molefe,
“Energy demand is rising together with the Fully IEC 61850-compliant, ABB Electrification,
need for higher reliability and availability REX610 enables communication and Phone 011 202-5523,
of energy supply. This requires innovative interoperability between substation busisiwe.molefe@za.abb.com
and future-proof technology, together with automation devices and to various smart
adaptability and readiness to respond to services, such as those on the ABB Ability™ Footnote: EIA projects nearly 50%
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changing market and grid requirements. platform, now and in years to come. increase in world energy usage by
Designed to adapt to the needs of evolving REX610 offers extensive life cycle 2050, led by growth in Asia - Today
power grids and the society of tomorrow, services for optimal future usability and in Energy - U.S. Energy Information
REX610 meets all these requirements to extended switchgear lifetime. This ensures Administration (EIA)
make it a flexible and sustainable choice.”
Innovative simplicity is at the heart of
REX610. It is a pure plug-and-play solution
with installed hardware modules unlocking
all available functionality. REX610 is the
first all-in-one protection relay to support
all basic power distribution applications
with only six variants, making it easy
to order, set up, use and service. To
save further time and money, the low
number of variants also allows modules
and spare units to be kept in store for
quick replacements and changing project
requirements.
Its modular and scalable design makes
creating a unique protection solution
easy and the extensive range of default
functionality, including communication
options, allows easy alterations with no
additional costs or hardware changes.
REX610 is futureproofed for an
evolving grid. As the market shifts and
requirements change, modules can be
easily added, removed or replaced without

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