ABB REF615 HBFDACADNAA1BCN1XE Feeder Protection and Control Relay

The ABB REF615​ with the order code HBFDACADNAA1BCN1XE​ is a Numerical Feeder Protection and Control Relay​ from ABB’s Relion® 615 series. This specific alphanumeric code represents a Customer Specific Configuration (CSC), defining a fully pre-configured device with selected protection functions, I/O modules, communication protocols, and power supply options. The REF615 is a versatile, compact, and highly configurable intelligent electronic device (IED) designed for comprehensive protection, control, measurement, and automation of medium-voltage (MV) feeders, distribution lines, and similar applications​ in utility, industrial, and commercial power systems.

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ABB REF615 HBFDACADNAA1BCN1XE Feeder Protection Relay

Product Overview

The ABB REF615​ with the order code HBFDACADNAA1BCN1XE​ is a Numerical Feeder Protection and Control Relay​ from ABB’s Relion® 615 series. This specific alphanumeric code represents a Customer Specific Configuration (CSC), defining a fully pre-configured device with selected protection functions, I/O modules, communication protocols, and power supply options. The REF615 is a versatile, compact, and highly configurable intelligent electronic device (IED) designed for comprehensive protection, control, measurement, and automation of medium-voltage (MV) feeders, distribution lines, and similar applications​ in utility, industrial, and commercial power systems.
As a member of the Relion® family, it integrates multiple protection functions, programmable logic, extensive measurement capabilities, and advanced communication into a single, robust unit. The CSC suffix HBFDACADNAA1BCN1XE​ provides a complete technical fingerprint of this specific device variant. It is a core component in air-insulated switchgear (AIS), ring main units (RMUs), and for the backup protection of transformers and motors.

Technical Specifications (Interpretation of CSC Code: HBFDACADNAA1BCN1XE)

Core Functional Summary (Standard for REF615):
  • Protection:​ Three-phase & ground-fault overcurrent (50/51, 50N/51N, 67/67N), voltage (27/59), frequency (81), breaker failure (50BF), motor start-up supervision, thermal overload (49).
  • Control:​ Programmable logic (CFC), auto-reclosing (79), synchrocheck (25).
  • Measurement:​ True RMS values, power, energy, harmonics.
  • Communication:​ IEC 61850​ (Ed.1/Ed.2, MMS, GOOSE, Sampled Values), IEC 60870-5-103, Modbus RTU, DNP3.0.
  • Monitoring & Recording:​ Event log with time stamp (SOE), disturbance recorder (DR), waveform capture.

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Main Features and Advantages

Integrated Multifunctional Design:​ The REF615 combines protection, control, measurement, and communication in one compact device, reducing panel space, wiring complexity, and overall system cost.
Flexible Application Configuration:​ Using the intuitive CAP 501/505​ configuration tools within ABB PCM600, engineers can easily enable, disable, and tailor protection functions. The integrated Condition Monitoring-based Protection (CMB)​ and Configuration Logic (CFC)​ allow for creating sophisticated application logic without external PLCs.
Future-proof Communication with IEC 61850:​ Native support for IEC 61850, including GOOSE​ for fast, peer-to-peer communication and MMS​ for SCADA integration, makes it ideal for modern digital substations and ensures interoperability with other vendors’ IEDs.
Advanced Diagnostics and Recording:​ Detailed event logging, fault location, and high-resolution disturbance recording provide powerful tools for post-event analysis, reducing downtime and improving system reliability.

Application Fields

The ABB REF615 is deployed worldwide for the protection and control of electrical feeders in diverse sectors:
  • Utility Distribution Networks:​ Protection of overhead lines and underground cable feeders in primary and secondary distribution substations.
  • Industrial Power Systems:​ Incoming, outgoing, and bus-tie feeders in manufacturing plants, mines, oil & gas facilities, and data centers.
  • Renewable Energy:​ Collector feeders and substations in wind and solar power plants.
  • Infrastructure:​ Power supply protection for airports, hospitals, railways, and commercial complexes.
  • Backup Protection:​ For transformers, motors, and capacitor banks.

Related Products

  • Engineering & Maintenance Tool:​ PCM600​ software with CAP (Configuration and Planning) modules.
  • Current & Voltage Transformers:​ CTs and VTs for primary signal input.
  • Test Equipment:​ ABB RTTS​ or other advanced relay test sets for commissioning and maintenance.
  • Communication Network:​ Switches, fiber optic cables, and media converters for IEC 61850 networks.
  • Mounting & Connection:​ Installation kit, plug-in terminals.

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