Technical Parameters
Parameter Category Specification
Product Series / Platform ABB Relion® 615 Series (REF615 Platform)
Device Type Numerical Feeder Protection and Control Relay (IED)
Hardware Variant Suffix -D - Defines the auxiliary power supply range: 48-110 V DC.
Key Standards IEC 60255, IEC 61850 (Ed. 2), IEC 60870-5-103
Rated Auxiliary Supply (Us) 48 - 110 V DC (This is the defining characteristic of the -D version).
Analog Inputs
• Current (CT) Inputs 5 current inputs (3 phase + 1 neutral + 1 sensitive earth). Configurable for 1 A or 5 A secondary.
• Voltage (VT) Inputs 4 voltage inputs (3 phase + 1 residual). Typical ratings: 100/110 V or 100/√3 V.
Core Protection Functions Comprehensive suite (software-configurable):
• Directional/Non-directional overcurrent (50/51, 67)
• Earth-fault protection (50N/51N, 67N)
• Negative sequence overcurrent (46)
• Thermal overload (49)
• Over/Under voltage (27/59) & frequency (81)
• Auto-reclosing (79)
• Circuit breaker failure (50BF)
Control & Automation • Control of switching devices (CB, disconnectors).
• Programmable logic (CFC).
• Synchrocheck (25).
Measurement & Metering Class 0.5 for I, V, P, Q, S, PF, f, Energy, Harmonics.
Human-Machine Interface (HMI) • Graphical LCD with backlight.
• Keypad.
• LED indicators.
• Front USB port.
Data Recording • Event recorder.
• Disturbance recorder (fault oscillography).
Communication Interfaces Base unit typically includes:
• 1 x RS485 port (for IEC 60870-5-103 / Modbus RTU).
• 1 x Ethernet port (RJ45).
Optional plug-in modules for IEC 61850, IEC 60870-5-104, etc.
Time Synchronization Supports IRIG-B, SNTP.
Operating Temperature Standard Range: -25°C to +55°C (or -40°C to +70°C depending on specific -D variant; refer to datasheet).
Mounting Panel-mounted.
Configuration Software ABB PCM600.
Typical Ordering Code A full code is longer, e.g., REF615C-D A5D1A1B1B1B5C..., specifying CT/VT ratings, I/O, and communication options.
The ABB REF615C-D is a specific hardware variant of the REF615 numerical feeder protection relay from ABB's Relion® 615 series. This relay is designed for reliable feeder protection, control, and monitoring in medium-voltage distribution networks, particularly in systems utilizing standard DC control panels.