GE CM415REBKH1B UR Communication

Product Overview

The GE CM415REBKH1B is a high-performance Communication and Control Module designed for the Universal Relay (UR) platform. This module serves as the primary gateway for data exchange within modern digital substations and industrial power facilities. 

Technical Specifications

• Part Number: CM415REBKH1B

• Platform: GE Multilin Universal Relay (UR)

• Protocols: IEC 61850 Ed. 2, Modbus RTU/TCP, DNP3 (Serial/Ethernet)

• Interfaces: Dual Ethernet (Fiber or Copper), RS485 Serial Port

• Logic Engine: Programmable FlexLogic™ for custom automation

• Operating Temp: -40 °C to +70 °C

• Mechanical: Hot-swappable chassis module

• Weight: 0.6 kg

• Control Functions: Breaker control, interlocking support, automation outputs

Key Features & Engineering Advantages

• Multivendor Interoperability: With full support for IEC 61850 Edition 2, the module ensures seamless peer-to-peer communication (GOOSE messaging) between devices from different manufacturers, essential for high-speed interlocking.

• High-Speed Logic Execution: Utilizing the FlexLogic™ engine, the module can execute complex automation workflows locally, reducing the load on central controllers and ensuring rapid response to system faults.

• Zero-Downtime Maintenance: The hot-swappable design allows technicians to replace the module while the rest of the relay remains energized, ensuring that machinery and grid protection remain active during maintenance.

• Flexible Connectivity: Dual Ethernet ports allow for redundant network topologies (such as PRP or HSR), ensuring that a single cable failure does not compromise the substation's communication integrity.

• Substation Hardened: Designed to operate in temperatures ranging from -40 °C to +70 °C, the CM415REBKH1B is immune to the high levels of EMI (Electromagnetic Interference) typically found in high-voltage environments.