Westermo launches IEC 61850-3 and IEEE 1613 Redundancy Box
Zero packet loss for critical substation communication
In modern substations, reliable and continuous communication is essential for protection, control, and monitoring systems. Many devices, especially legacy or cost-sensitive ones, are Single Attached Nodes (SANs), meaning they only have one network interface and can not natively support redundancy protocols like HSR (High-availability Seamless Redundancy) or PRP (Parallel Redundancy Protocol).
A Redundancy Box solves this by acting as a bridge between these SANs and redundant network architectures.
Introducing the Lynx-RB-FT3G-MV
The Lynx Redundancy Box is a compact, high-performance 3-port device engineered for Substation Automation. It is purpose-built to deliver zero packet loss and seamless failover in mission-critical environments, ensuring uninterrupted communication in substations and other industrial applications.
The IEC 61850-3 and IEEE 1613 standards define the requirements and test levels for networking devices in these applications. The Lynx Redundancy Box meets or exceeds all test levels for Class 2 fulfilment, which do not allow the loss of a single transmission package, even during the highest EMI bursts. The RedBox has also attained KEMA type test gold certification, ensuring zero downtime, communication losses, delays or errors.
With the increasing digitalization of substations and the critical nature of real-time data, the Lynx SA RedBox provides a future-proof solution for achieving zero-loss, high-availability networking. Engineered and manufactured in Sweden, it combines quality, reliability, and flexibility in a compact, standalone form factor.
Explore the new RedBox below or reach out to your local sales unit to find a solution that suits your needs.
IEC 61850-3 & IEEE 1613 Redundancy Box
A compact 3-port device supporting HSR and PRP, making it ideal for substation automation. Built to endure extreme temperatures and harsh environments, it uses only industrial-grade components to ensure zero failover. The RedBox is fully compliant with key industry standards, including IEC 61850 and IEEE 1613, and is certified by KEMA.
Learn moreSwitchs robustes et serveurs de périphériques pour Ethernet industriel
L’ensemble de la gamme de switchs Ethernet administrés Lynx est conçue pour une utilisation simple dans des environnements industriels rudes grâce notamment à la présence de fixations Rail DIN sur tous les appareils. La gamme Lynx intègre le système d’exploitation Westermo (WeOS) lui permettant de gérer des protocoles de redondance, le support d’interfaces série RS-232/RS-485 et fibre optique ainsi que des fonctionnalités VLAN et IGMP. Grâce à leurs fonctions de routage niveau 3, nos Lynx peuvent également fournir des fonctionnalités telles qu’un pare-feu avec « stateful inspection » (filtrage dynamique de paquets), un routage IP statique ou dynamique et la possibilité de créer des tunnels VPN IPsec pour des réseaux toujours plus évolués. Toute la gamme Lynx a reçu l'approbation DNV pour les applications maritimes et répond aux normes du monde ferroviaire.
Carl de Bruin
International sales
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