IEC TR 61850-90-7:2013

Communication networks and systems for power utility automation - Part 90-7: Object models for power converters in distributed energy resources (DER) systems

IEC/TR 61850-90-7:2013(E) describes the functions for power converter-based distributed energy resources (DER) systems, focused on DC-to-AC and AC-to-AC conversions and including photovoltaic systems (PV), battery storage systems, electric vehicle (EV) charging systems, and any other DER systems with a controllable power converter. It defines the IEC 61850 information models to be used in the exchange of information between these power converter-based DER systems and the utilities, energy service providers (ESPs), or other entities which are tasked with managing the volt, var, and watt capabilities of these power converter-based systems. These power converter-based DER systems can range from very small grid-connected systems at residential customer sites, to medium-sized systems configured as microgrids on campuses or communities, to very large systems in utility-operated power plants, and to many other configurations and ownership models.

General Information

• Status: Published
• Publication Date: 20-Feb-2013
• ICS: 01 - GENERALITIES. TERMINOLOGY. STANDARDIZATION. DOCUMENTATION
• ICS: 33.200 - Telecontrol. Telemetering
• Technical Committee: TC 57 - Power systems management and associated information exchange
• Drafting Committee: WG 17 - TC 57/WG 17
• Current Stage: DELPUB - Deleted Publication
• Start Date: 23-Aug-2023
• Completion Date: 26-Oct-2025

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• Revised: IEC TR 61850-90-7:2023 - Communication networks and systems for power utility automation - Part 90-7: Object models for power converters in distributed energy resources (DER) systems
• Effective Date: 05-Sep-2023

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CONTENTS
FOREWORD . 7

1 Scope . 9

2 Normative references . 9

3 Terms, definitions and acronyms . 10

3.1 Terms and definitions . 10

3.2 Acronyms . 13

4 Abbreviated terms . 14

5 Overview of power converter-based DER functions . 15
5.1 General . 15
5.2 Power converter configurations and interactions . 16
5.3 Power converter methods . 18
5.4 Power converter functions . 19
5.5 Differing DER architectures . 20
5.5.1 Conceptual architecture: electrical coupling point (ECP) . 20
5.5.2 Conceptual architecture: point of common coupling (PCC) . 20
5.5.3 Utility interactions directly with power converters or indirectly via a
customer EMS . 21
5.5.4 Communication profiles . 21
5.6 General Sequence of information exchange interactions . 22
6 Concepts and constructs for managing power converter functions . 23
6.1 Basic settings of power converters . 23
6.1.1 Nameplate values versus basic settings . 23
6.1.2 Power factor and power converter quadrants . 23
6.1.3 Maximum watts, vars, and volt-amp settings . 25
6.1.4 Active power ramp rate settings . 27
6.1.5 Voltage phase and correction settings . 27
6.1.6 Charging settings . 28
6.1.7 Example of basic settings . 28
6.1.8 Basic setting process . 29
6.2 Modes for managing autonomous behaviour . 29
6.2.1 Benefits of modes to manage DER at ECPs . 29
6.2.2 Modes using curves to describe behaviour . 30

6.2.3 Paired arrays to describe mode curves . 31
6.2.4 Percentages as size-neutral parameters: voltage and var calculations . 32
6.2.5 Hysteresis as values cycle within mode curves . 32
6.2.6 Low pass exponential time rate. 33
6.2.7 Ramp rates . 34
6.2.8 Randomized response times . 34
6.2.9 Timeout period . 35
6.2.10 Multiple curves for a mode . 35
6.2.11 Multiple modes . 35
6.2.12 Use of modes for loosely coupled, autonomous actions . 35
6.3 Schedules for establishing time-based behaviour . 35
6.3.1 Purpose of schedules . 35
6.3.2 Schedule components . 36
7 DER management functions for power converters. 37

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7.1 Immediate control functions for power converters . 37

7.1.1 General . 37

7.1.2 Function INV1: connect / disconnect from grid . 38

7.1.3 Function INV2: adjust maximum generation level up/down . 38

7.1.4 Function INV3: adjust power factor . 39

7.1.5 Function INV4: request active power (charge or discharge storage) . 39

7.1.6 Function INV5: pricing signal for charge/discharge action . 40

7.2 Modes for volt-var management . 41

7.2.1 VAr management modes using volt-var arrays . 41

7.2.2 Example setting volt-var mode VV11: available var support mode

with no impact on watts . 42
7.2.3 Example setting volt-var mode VV12: maximum var support mode
based on WMax . 44
7.2.4 Example setting volt-var mode VV13: static power converter mode
based on settings . 45
7.2.5 Example setting volt-var mode VV14: passive mode with no var
support . 46
7.3 Modes for frequency-related behaviours . 47
7.3.1 Frequency management modes . 47
7.3.2 Frequency-watt mode FW21: high frequency reduces active power . 48
7.3.3 Frequency-watt mode FW22: constraining generating/charging by
frequency . 50
7.4 Dynamic reactive current support during abnormally high or low voltage
levels . 53
7.4.1 Purpose of dynamic reactive current support . 53
7.4.2 Dynamic reactive current support mode TV31: support during
abnormally high or low voltage levels . 54
7.5 Low/high voltage ride-through curves for “must disconnect” and “must remain
connected” zones . 57
7.5.1 Purpose of L/HVRT . 57
7.5.2 “Must disconnect” (MD) and “must remain connected” (MRC) curves . 57
7.6 Modes for watt-triggered behaviours . 59
7.6.1 Watt-power factor mode WP41: feed-in power controls power factor . 59
7.6.2 Alternative watt-power factor mode WP42: feed-in power controls
power factor . 59
7.7 Modes for voltage-watt management . 60
7.7.1 Voltage-watt mode VW51: voltage-watt management: generating by

voltage . 60
7.7.2 Voltage-watt mode VW52: voltage-watt management: charging by
voltage . 60
7.8 Modes for behaviours triggered by non-power parameters . 61
7.8.1 Temperature mode TMP . 61
7.8.2 Pricing signal mode PS . 61
7.9 Setting and reporting functions . 62
7.9.1 Purpose of setting and reporting functions . 62
7.9.2 Establishing settings DS91: modify power converter-based DER
settings . 62
7.9.3 Event logging DS92: log alarms and events, retrieve logs . 62
7.9.4 Reporting status DS93: selecting status points, establishing reporting
mechanisms . 66
7.9.5 Time synchronization DS94: time synchronization requirements . 68
8 IEC 61850 information models for power converter-based functions . 68

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8.1 Overall structure of IEC 61850 . 68

8.2 IEC 61850 system logical nodes . 69

8.3 Key components of IEC 61850 information modelling of power converter-

based functions . 71

8.3.1 Subsets of 61850 models for power converter-based DER functions . 71

8.3.2 Types of interactions for settings, functions, and modes . 72

8.3.3 Key common data classes (CDCs) . 73

8.3.4 Messaging services . 77

8.3.5 Message errors . 78

8.4 Basic settings in IEC 61850 . 78

8.4.1 Logical nodes for basic settings . 78
8.4.2 IEC 61850 models for basic settings . 79
8.5 Mode settings in IEC 61850 . 80
8.5.1 Logical nodes for establishing and managing modes . 80
8.5.2 IEC 61850 models for modes . 81
8.6 Schedules in IEC 61850 . 83
8.6.1 Scheduling structures . 83
8.6.2 IEC 61850 models for schedules . 84
8.7 Immediate control functions in IEC 61850 . 84
8.7.1 IEC 61850 models for INV1: connect/disconnect . 84
8.7.2 IEC 61850 models for INV2: adjust maximum generation level
up/down . 85
8.7.3 IEC 61850 models for INV3: adjust power factor . 86
8.7.4 IEC 61850 models for INV4: charge/discharge storage . 86
8.7.5 IEC 61850 models for INV5: pricing signal for charge/discharge of
storage . 87
8.8 Volt-var management modes in IEC 61850 . 88
8.8.1 IEC 61850 models for VV11 – VV12: volt-var curve settings . 88
8.8.2 IEC 61850 models for VV13 – VV14: volt-var parameter settings . 88
8.9 Frequency-related modes in IEC 61850 . 89
8.9.1 IEC 61850 for FW21: frequency-driven active power modification . 89
8.9.2 IEC 61850 for FW22: Frequency-watt mode FW22:
generating/charging by frequency . 90
8.10 Voltage management modes in IEC 61850 . 91
8.10.1 IEC 61850 for TV31: dynamic reactive current support . 91
8.10.2 IEC 61850 for “must disconnect” . 92

8.10.3 IEC 61850 for “must remain connected” . 92
8.11 Watt-triggered behaviour modes in IEC 61850 . 93
8.11.1 IEC 61850 for WP41 and WP42: feed-in watts control of power factor . 93
8.12 Voltage-watt management modes in IEC 61850 . 94
8.12.1 IEC 61850 for VW51: voltage-watt management in generation and
charging . 94
8.13 Non-power mode behaviours in IEC 61850 . 95
8.13.1 IEC 61850 models for temperature mode TMP . 95
8.13.2 IEC 61850 models for pricing signal mode PS . 95
8.14 IEC 61850 reporting commands. 96
8.14.1 IEC 61850 models for DS91: modify DER settings . 96
8.14.2 IEC 61850 models for DS92: event/history logging . 96
8.14.3 IEC 61850 models for DS93: status reporting . 97
Bibliography . 102

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Figure 1 – DER management hierarchical interactions: autonomous, loosely-coupled,

broadcast/multicast . 18

Figure 2 – Electrical Connection Points (ECP) and Point of Common Coupling (PCC) . 21

Figure 3 – Producer and Consumer Reference Frame conventions . 24

Figure 4 – EEI Power Factor sign convention . 25

Figure 5 – Working areas for different modes . 26

Figure 6 – Example of voltage offsets (VRefOfs) with respect to the reference voltage

(VRef) . 28

Figure 7 – Example of modes associated with different ECPs . 30
Figure 8 – Example of a volt-var mode curve . 31
Figure 9 – Example of hysteresis in volt-var curves. 33
Figure 10 – Example of deadband in volt-var curves . 33
Figure 11 – Local function block diagram . 34
Figure 12 – Time domain response of first order low pass filter . 34
Figure 13 – Interrelationships of schedule controllers, schedules, and schedule
references . 37
Figure 14 – Volt-var mode VV11 – available vars mode . 43
Figure 15 – Power converter mode VV12 – Maximum var support mode based on
WMax . 44
Figure 16 – Power converter mode VV13 – Example: static var support mode based on
VArMax . 46
Figure 17 – Frequency-watt mode curves. 48
Figure 18 – Frequency-based active power reduction . 49
Figure 19 – Frequency-based active power modification with the use of an array . 50
Figure 20 – Example of a basic frequency-watt mode configuration . 51
Figure 21 – Example array settings with hysteresis . 52
Figure 22 – Example of an asymmetrical hysteresis configuration . 52
Figure 23 – Example array configuration for absorbed watts vs. frequency . 53
Figure 24 – Basic concepts of the dynamic reactive current support function . 54
Figure 25 – Calculation of delta voltage over the filter time window . 55
Figure 26 – Activation zones for dynamic reactive current support . 55

Figure 27 – Alternative gradient behaviour, selected by ArGraMod . 56
Figure 28 – Settings to define a blocking zone . 57
Figure 29 – Must disconnect and must remain connected zones . 58
Figure 30 – Examples of “must remain connected” requirements for different regions . 58
Figure 31 – Power factor controlled by feed-in power . 59
Figure 32 – Example configuration curve for maximum watts vs. voltage . 60
Figure 33 – Example configuration curve for maximum watts absorbed vs. voltage . 61
Figure 34 – Structure of the IEC 61850 Parts . 69
Figure 35 – Interrelationships of schedule controllers, schedules, and schedule
references . 84

Table 1 – Producer Reference Frame (PRF) conventions . 24
Table 2 – Example basic settings for a storage DER unit . 28

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Table 3 – Events . 64

Table 4 – Examples of status points . 66

Table 5 – Interpretation of logical node tables . 70

Table 6 – LPHD class . 70

Table 7 – Common LN class . 71

Table 8 – LLN0 class . 71

Table 9 – CDC SPS . 73

Table 10 – CDC SPC . 73

Table 11 – CDC DPC . 74
Table 12 – CDC INC . 74
Table 13 – CDC ING . 75
Table 14 – CDC ASG . 75
Table 15 – CDC ORG . 76
Table 16 – CDC CSG . 76
Table 17 – Schedule (SCR) common data class specification . 77
Table 18 – Service error type definitions . 78
Table 19 – LN DRCT – DER controller characteristics . 79
Table 20 – LN FMAR – set mode array . 81
Table 21 – LN DGSM – issue mode command . 83
Table 22 – LN DOPM – operations . 85
Table 23 – INV1 – LN CSWI – issue and respond to control . 85
Table 24 – LN FWHZ – set power levels by frequency for FW21 . 90
Table 25 – LN RDGS – dynamic reactive current support for TV31 . 92
Table 26 – LN FPFW – set power factor by feed-in power for WP41 . 94
Table 27 – DS92 – IEC 61850 log structure . 97
Table 28 – LN DRCS – DER state for DS93 . 99
Table 29 – DS93 – Status, settings, and measurement points . 99

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1 Scope
This part of IEC 61850 describes the functions for power converter-based distributed energy
resources (DER) systems, focused on DC-to-AC and AC-to-AC conversions and including
photovoltaic systems (PV), battery storage systems, electric vehicle (EV) charging systems,
and any other DER systems with a controllable power converter. It defines the IEC 61850
information models to be used in the exchange of information between these power converter-
based DER systems and the utilities, energy service providers (ESPs), or other entities which
are tasked with managing the volt, var, and watt capabilities of these power converter-based
systems.
These power converter-based DER systems can range from very small grid-connected
systems at residential customer sites, to medium-sized systems configured as microgrids on
campuses or communities, to very large systems in utility-operated power plants, and to many
other configurations and ownership models. They may or may not combine different types of
DER systems behind the power converter, such as an power converter-based DER system
and a battery that are connected at the DC level.
The namespace of this document is:
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expected to be included in IEC 61850-7-420. Potential extensions/modifications may happen
if/when the models are moved to International Standard status.
Only the new data objects and CDCs which are represented in bold-italic font will be tagged
with this namespace name. The others should still refer to the namespace where they are
primarily defined.
NOTE The term power converter is being used in place of “inverter” since it covers more types of conversion from
input to output power:
• AC to DC (rectifier)
• DC to AC (inverter)
• DC to DC (DC-to-DC converter)
• AC to AC (AC-to-AC converter)
2 Normative references
The following documents, in whole or in part, are normatively referenced in this document and
are indispensable for its application. For dated references, only the edition cited applies. For
undated references, the latest edition of the referenced document (including any
amendments) applies.
IEC 61850-7-2, Communication networks and systems for power utility automation – Part 7-2:
Basic communication structure – Abstract communication service interface (ACSI)

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IEC 61850-7-3, Communication networks and systems for power utility automation – Part 7-3:

Basic communication structure – Common data classes

IEC 61850-7-4, Communication networks and systems for power utility automation – Part 7-4:

Basic communication structure – Compatible logical node classes and data object classes

IEC 61850-7-410, Communication networks and systems for power utility automation –

Part 7-410: Hydroelectric power plants – Communication for monitoring and control

IEC 61850-7-420, Communication networks and systems for power utility automation –

Part 7-420: Basic communication structure – Distributed energy resources logical nodes

IEC 61850-8-1, Communication networks and systems for power utility automation –
Part 8-1: Specific communication service mapping (SCSM) – Mappings to MMS (ISO 9506-1
and ISO 9506-2) and to ISO/IEC 8802-3
ISO 4217, Codes for the representation of currencies and funds
th
EEI Handbook for Electricity Metering, 10 Edition (2002), Edison Electric Institute,
Washington, D.C.
3 Terms, definitions and acronyms
For the purposes of the present document, the following terms, definitions and acronyms
apply.
3.1 Terms and definitions
3.1.1
autonomous
responding, reacting, or developing independently of the whole; not controlled by others or by
outside forces; independent
[SOURCE: Merriam-Webster dictionary]
3.1.2
common data class
CDC
classes of commonly used data structures which are mostly defined in IEC 61850-7-3, but are
sometimes initially defined in other IEC 61850 documents until they can be updated in
IEC 61850-7-3
3.1.3
device
material element or assembly of such elements intended to perform a required function
Note 1 to entry: A device may form part of a larger device.
[SOURCE: IEC 60050-151:2001, 151-11-20]
3.1.4
electrical connection point
ECP
point of electrical connection between the DER source of energy (generation or storage) and
any electric power system (EPS)
Note 1 to entry: Each DER (generation or storage) unit has an ECP connecting it to its local power system; groups
of DER units have an ECP where they interconnect to the power system at a specific site or plant; a group of DER
units plus local loads have an ECP where they are interconnected to the utility power system.

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Note 2 to entry: For those ECPs between a utility EPS and a plant or site EPS, this point is identical to the point

of common coupling (PCC) in the IEEE 1547, Standard for Interconnecting Distributed Resources with Electric
Power Systems.
[SOURCE: IEC 61850-7-420:2009, modified by transforming second paragraph into Note 1 to

entry]
3.1.5
electric power system
EPS
facilities that deliver electric power to a load

Note 1 to entry: This may include generation units.

[SOURCE: IEEE 1547:2003]
3.1.6
electric power system, area
Area EPS
electric power system (EPS) that serves Local EPSs
Note 1 to entry: Typically, an Area EPS has primary access to public rights-of-way, priority crossing of property
boundaries, etc. and is subject to regulatory oversight.
[SOURCE: IEEE 1547:2003]
3.1.7
electric power system, local
local EPS
EPS contained entirely within a single premises or group of premises
[SOURCE: IEEE 1547:2003]
3.1.8
3.1.8.1
event
event information
something that happens in time
Note 1 to entry: In power system operations, an event is typically state information and/or state transition (status,
alarm, or command) reflecting power system conditions.
[SOURCE: IEC 60050-113:2005, 113-01-04, modified by removal of "subspace … of space-
time" and alteration of Note 1 to entry]
3.1.8.2
event
event information
monitored information on the change of state of operational equipment
Note 1 to entry: In power system operations, an event is typically state information and/or state transition (status,
alarm, or command) reflecting power system conditions.
[SOURCE: IEC 60050-371:1984,371-02-04, modified by addition of Note 1 to entry]
3.1.9
function
computer subroutine; specifically: one that performs a calculation with variables provided by a
program and supplies the program with a single result
Note 1 to entry: This term is very general and can often be used to mean different ideas in different contexts.
However, in the context of computer-based technologies, it is used to imply software or computer hardware tasks.
[SOURCE: Merriam-Webster dictionary]

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3.1.10
3.1.10.1
generator
energy transducer that transforms non-electric energy into electric energy

Note 1 to entry: The reverse conversion of electrical energy into mechanical energy is done by an electric motor,

and motors and generators have many similarities. The prime mover source of mechanical energy may be a

reciprocating or turbine steam engine, water falling through a hydropower turbine or waterwheel, an internal
combustion engine, a wind turbine, a hand crank, or any other source of mechanical energy.

[SOURCE: IEC 60050-151:2001,151-13-35, modified by addition of Note 1 to entry]

3.1.10.2
generator
device that converts kinetic energy to electrical energy, generally using electromagnetic
induction.
Note 1 to entry: The reverse conversion of electrical energy into mechanical energy is done by an electric motor,
and motors and generators have many similarities. The prime mover source of mechanical energy may be a
reciprocating or turbine steam engine, water falling through a hydropower turbine or waterwheel, an internal
combustion engine, a wind turbine, a hand crank, or any other source of mechanical energy.
[SOURCE: Wikipedia 2007-12]
3.1.11
3.1.11.1
information
intelligence or knowledge capable of being represented in forms suitable for communication,
storage or processing
Note 1 to entry: Information may be represented for example by signs, symbols, pictures, or sounds.
[SOURCE: IEC 60050-701:1988,701-01-01]
3.1.11.2
information
knowledge concerning objects, such as facts, events, things, processes, or ideas, including
concepts, that within a certain context has a particular meaning
Note 1 to entry: Information may be represented for example by signs, symbols, pictures, or sounds.
[SOURCE: ISO/IEC 2382-1:1993, 01.01.01, modified by addition of Note 1 to entry]
3.1.12
information exchange
communication process between two or more computer-based systems in order to transmit
and receive information
Note 1 to entry: The exchange of information between systems requires interoperable communication services.
3.1.13
inverter
static power converter (SPC)
device that converts DC electricity into AC electricity. Equipment that converts direct current
from the array field to alternating current. The electric equipment used to convert electrical
power into a form or forms of electrical power suitable for subsequent use by the electric
utility
Note 1 to entry: Any static power converter with control, protection, and filtering functions used to interface an
electric energy source with an electric utility system. Sometimes referred to as power conditioning subsystems,
power conversion systems, solid-state converters, or power conditioning units.
[SOURCE: IEC 61727:2004, 3.8, modified by deletion of Note 2 to entry]

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3.1.14
monitor
to check at regular intervals selected values regarding their compliance to specified values,

ranges of values or switching conditions

[SOURCE: IEC 60050-351:2006,351-22-03]

3.1.15
point of common coupling
PCC
the point of a power supply network, electrically nearest to a particular load, at which other

loads are, or may be, connected

Note 1 to entry: These loads can be either devices, equipment or systems, or distinct customer's installations.
Note 2 to entry: In some applications, the term “point of common coupling” is restricted to public networks.
Note 3 to entry: The point where a local EPS is connected to an area EPS [IEEE 1547]. The local EPS may
include distributed energy resources as well as load (see IEV definition which only includes load).
[SOURCE: IEC 60050-161:1990,161-07-15, modified by replacement of "consumer's
installation" by "load" and by addition of Notes 1 to 3 to entry]
3.1.16
power converter
electronic equipment that converts:
• AC to DC (rectifier)
• DC to AC (inverter)
• DC to DC (DC-to-DC converter)
• AC to AC (AC-to-AC converter
3.1.17
prime mover
equipment acting as the energy source for the generation of electricity
Note 1 to entry: Examples include diesel engine, solar panels, gas turbines, wind turbines, hydro turbines, battery
storage, water storage, air storage, etc.
3.1.18
set point
target value that an automatic control system will aim to reach
[SOURCE: Wikipedia 2012-3]
3.1.19
set point command
a command in which the value for the required state of operational equipment is transmitted to
a controlled station where it is stored
Note 1 to entry: A setpoint is usually an analogue value which s
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CONTENTS
FOREWORD . 7
1 Scope . 9
2 Normative references . 9
3 Terms, definitions and acronyms . 10
3.1 Terms and definitions . 10
3.2 Acronyms . 13
4 Abbreviated terms . 14
5 Overview of power converter-based DER functions . 15
5.1 General . 15
5.2 Power converter configurations and interactions . 16
5.3 Power converter methods . 18
5.4 Power converter functions . 19
5.5 Differing DER architectures . 20
5.5.1 Conceptual architecture: electrical coupling point (ECP) . 20
5.5.2 Conceptual architecture: point of common coupling (PCC) . 20
5.5.3 Utility interactions directly with power converters or indirectly via a
customer EMS . 21
5.5.4 Communication profiles . 21
5.6 General Sequence of information exchange interactions . 22
6 Concepts and constructs for managing power converter functions . 23
6.1 Basic settings of power converters . 23
6.1.1 Nameplate values versus basic settings . 23
6.1.2 Power factor and power converter quadrants . 23
6.1.3 Maximum watts, vars, and volt-amp settings . 25
6.1.4 Active power ramp rate settings . 27
6.1.5 Voltage phase and correction settings . 27
6.1.6 Charging settings . 28
6.1.7 Example of basic settings . 28
6.1.8 Basic setting process . 29
6.2 Modes for managing autonomous behaviour . 29
6.2.1 Benefits of modes to manage DER at ECPs . 29
6.2.2 Modes using curves to describe behaviour . 30
6.2.3 Paired arrays to describe mode curves . 31
6.2.4 Percentages as size-neutral parameters: voltage and var calculations . 32
6.2.5 Hysteresis as values cycle within mode curves . 32
6.2.6 Low pass exponential time rate. 33
6.2.7 Ramp rates . 34
6.2.8 Randomized response times . 34
6.2.9 Timeout period . 35
6.2.10 Multiple curves for a mode . 35
6.2.11 Multiple modes . 35
6.2.12 Use of modes for loosely coupled, autonomous actions . 35
6.3 Schedules for establishing time-based behaviour . 35
6.3.1 Purpose of schedules . 35
6.3.2 Schedule components . 36
7 DER management functions for power converters. 37

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7.1 Immediate control functions for power converters . 37
7.1.1 General . 37
7.1.2 Function INV1: connect / disconnect from grid . 38
7.1.3 Function INV2: adjust maximum generation level up/down . 38
7.1.4 Function INV3: adjust power factor . 39
7.1.5 Function INV4: request active power (charge or discharge storage) . 39
7.1.6 Function INV5: pricing signal for charge/discharge action . 40
7.2 Modes for volt-var management . 41
7.2.1 VAr management modes using volt-var arrays . 41
7.2.2 Example setting volt-var mode VV11: available var support mode
with no impact on watts . 42
7.2.3 Example setting volt-var mode VV12: maximum var support mode
based on WMax . 44
7.2.4 Example setting volt-var mode VV13: static power converter mode
based on settings . 45
7.2.5 Example setting volt-var mode VV14: passive mode with no var
support . 46
7.3 Modes for frequency-related behaviours . 47
7.3.1 Frequency management modes . 47
7.3.2 Frequency-watt mode FW21: high frequency reduces active power . 48
7.3.3 Frequency-watt mode FW22: constraining generating/charging by
frequency . 50
7.4 Dynamic reactive current support during abnormally high or low voltage
levels . 53
7.4.1 Purpose of dynamic reactive current support . 53
7.4.2 Dynamic reactive current support mode TV31: support during
abnormally high or low voltage levels . 54
7.5 Low/high voltage ride-through curves for “must disconnect” and “must remain
connected” zones . 57
7.5.1 Purpose of L/HVRT . 57
7.5.2 “Must disconnect” (MD) and “must remain connected” (MRC) curves . 57
7.6 Modes for watt-triggered behaviours . 59
7.6.1 Watt-power factor mode WP41: feed-in power controls power factor . 59
7.6.2 Alternative watt-power factor mode WP42: feed-in power controls
power factor . 59
7.7 Modes for voltage-watt management . 60
7.7.1 Voltage-watt mode VW51: voltage-watt management: generating by
voltage . 60
7.7.2 Voltage-watt mode VW52: voltage-watt management: charging by
voltage . 60
7.8 Modes for behaviours triggered by non-power parameters . 61
7.8.1 Temperature mode TMP . 61
7.8.2 Pricing signal mode PS . 61
7.9 Setting and reporting functions . 62
7.9.1 Purpose of setting and reporting functions . 62
7.9.2 Establishing settings DS91: modify power converter-based DER
settings . 62
7.9.3 Event logging DS92: log alarms and events, retrieve logs . 62
7.9.4 Reporting status DS93: selecting status points, establishing reporting
mechanisms . 66
7.9.5 Time synchronization DS94: time synchronization requirements . 68
8 IEC 61850 information models for power converter-based functions . 68

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8.1 Overall structure of IEC 61850 . 68
8.2 IEC 61850 system logical nodes . 69
8.3 Key components of IEC 61850 information modelling of power converter-
based functions . 71
8.3.1 Subsets of 61850 models for power converter-based DER functions . 71
8.3.2 Types of interactions for settings, functions, and modes . 72
8.3.3 Key common data classes (CDCs) . 73
8.3.4 Messaging services . 77
8.3.5 Message errors . 78
8.4 Basic settings in IEC 61850 . 78
8.4.1 Logical nodes for basic settings . 78
8.4.2 IEC 61850 models for basic settings . 79
8.5 Mode settings in IEC 61850 . 80
8.5.1 Logical nodes for establishing and managing modes . 80
8.5.2 IEC 61850 models for modes . 81
8.6 Schedules in IEC 61850 . 83
8.6.1 Scheduling structures . 83
8.6.2 IEC 61850 models for schedules . 84
8.7 Immediate control functions in IEC 61850 . 84
8.7.1 IEC 61850 models for INV1: connect/disconnect . 84
8.7.2 IEC 61850 models for INV2: adjust maximum generation level
up/down . 85
8.7.3 IEC 61850 models for INV3: adjust power factor . 86
8.7.4 IEC 61850 models for INV4: charge/discharge storage . 86
8.7.5 IEC 61850 models for INV5: pricing signal for charge/discharge of
storage . 87
8.8 Volt-var management modes in IEC 61850 . 88
8.8.1 IEC 61850 models for VV11 – VV12: volt-var curve settings . 88
8.8.2 IEC 61850 models for VV13 – VV14: volt-var parameter settings . 88
8.9 Frequency-related modes in IEC 61850 . 89
8.9.1 IEC 61850 for FW21: frequency-driven active power modification . 89
8.9.2 IEC 61850 for FW22: Frequency-watt mode FW22:
generating/charging by frequency . 90
8.10 Voltage management modes in IEC 61850 . 91
8.10.1 IEC 61850 for TV31: dynamic reactive current support . 91
8.10.2 IEC 61850 for “must disconnect” . 92
8.10.3 IEC 61850 for “must remain connected” . 92
8.11 Watt-triggered behaviour modes in IEC 61850 . 93
8.11.1 IEC 61850 for WP41 and WP42: feed-in watts control of power factor . 93
8.12 Voltage-watt management modes in IEC 61850 . 94
8.12.1 IEC 61850 for VW51: voltage-watt management in generation and
charging . 94
8.13 Non-power mode behaviours in IEC 61850 . 95
8.13.1 IEC 61850 models for temperature mode TMP . 95
8.13.2 IEC 61850 models for pricing signal mode PS . 95
8.14 IEC 61850 reporting commands. 96
8.14.1 IEC 61850 models for DS91: modify DER settings . 96
8.14.2 IEC 61850 models for DS92: event/history logging . 96
8.14.3 IEC 61850 models for DS93: status reporting . 97
Bibliography . 102

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Figure 1 – DER management hierarchical interactions: autonomous, loosely-coupled,
broadcast/multicast . 18
Figure 2 – Electrical Connection Points (ECP) and Point of Common Coupling (PCC) . 21
Figure 3 – Producer and Consumer Reference Frame conventions . 24
Figure 4 – EEI Power Factor sign convention . 25
Figure 5 – Working areas for different modes . 26
Figure 6 – Example of voltage offsets (VRefOfs) with respect to the reference voltage
(VRef) . 28
Figure 7 – Example of modes associated with different ECPs . 30
Figure 8 – Example of a volt-var mode curve . 31
Figure 9 – Example of hysteresis in volt-var curves. 33
Figure 10 – Example of deadband in volt-var curves . 33
Figure 11 – Local function block diagram . 34
Figure 12 – Time domain response of first order low pass filter . 34
Figure 13 – Interrelationships of schedule controllers, schedules, and schedule
references . 37
Figure 14 – Volt-var mode VV11 – available vars mode . 43
Figure 15 – Power converter mode VV12 – Maximum var support mode based on
WMax . 44
Figure 16 – Power converter mode VV13 – Example: static var support mode based on
VArMax . 46
Figure 17 – Frequency-watt mode curves. 48
Figure 18 – Frequency-based active power reduction . 49
Figure 19 – Frequency-based active power modification with the use of an array . 50
Figure 20 – Example of a basic frequency-watt mode configuration . 51
Figure 21 – Example array settings with hysteresis . 52
Figure 22 – Example of an asymmetrical hysteresis configuration . 52
Figure 23 – Example array configuration for absorbed watts vs. frequency . 53
Figure 24 – Basic concepts of the dynamic reactive current support function . 54
Figure 25 – Calculation of delta voltage over the filter time window . 55
Figure 26 – Activation zones for dynamic reactive current support . 55
Figure 27 – Alternative gradient behaviour, selected by ArGraMod . 56
Figure 28 – Settings to define a blocking zone . 57
Figure 29 – Must disconnect and must remain connected zones . 58
Figure 30 – Examples of “must remain connected” requirements for different regions . 58
Figure 31 – Power factor controlled by feed-in power . 59
Figure 32 – Example configuration curve for maximum watts vs. voltage . 60
Figure 33 – Example configuration curve for maximum watts absorbed vs. voltage . 61
Figure 34 – Structure of the IEC 61850 Parts . 69
Figure 35 – Interrelationships of schedule controllers, schedules, and schedule
references . 84

Table 1 – Producer Reference Frame (PRF) conventions . 24
Table 2 – Example basic settings for a storage DER unit . 28

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Table 3 – Events . 64
Table 4 – Examples of status points . 66
Table 5 – Interpretation of logical node tables . 70
Table 6 – LPHD class . 70
Table 7 – Common LN class . 71
Table 8 – LLN0 class . 71
Table 9 – CDC SPS . 73
Table 10 – CDC SPC . 73
Table 11 – CDC DPC . 74
Table 12 – CDC INC . 74
Table 13 – CDC ING . 75
Table 14 – CDC ASG . 75
Table 15 – CDC ORG . 76
Table 16 – CDC CSG . 76
Table 17 – Schedule (SCR) common data class specification . 77
Table 18 – Service error type definitions . 78
Table 19 – LN DRCT – DER controller characteristics . 79
Table 20 – LN FMAR – set mode array . 81
Table 21 – LN DGSM – issue mode command . 83
Table 22 – LN DOPM – operations . 85
Table 23 – INV1 – LN CSWI – issue and respond to control . 85
Table 24 – LN FWHZ – set power levels by frequency for FW21 . 90
Table 25 – LN RDGS – dynamic reactive current support for TV31 . 92
Table 26 – LN FPFW – set power factor by feed-in power for WP41 . 94
Table 27 – DS92 – IEC 61850 log structure . 97
Table 28 – LN DRCS – DER state for DS93 . 99
Table 29 – DS93 – Status, settings, and measurement points . 99

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1 Scope
This part of IEC 61850 describes the functions for power converter-based distributed energy
resources (DER) systems, focused on DC-to-AC and AC-to-AC conversions and including
photovoltaic systems (PV), battery storage systems, electric vehicle (EV) charging systems,
and any other DER systems with a controllable power converter. It defines the IEC 61850
information models to be used in the exchange of information between these power converter-
based DER systems and the utilities, energy service providers (ESPs), or other entities which
are tasked with managing the volt, var, and watt capabilities of these power converter-based
systems.
These power converter-based DER systems can range from very small grid-connected
systems at residential customer sites, to medium-sized systems configured as microgrids on
campuses or communities, to very large systems in utility-operated power plants, and to many
other configurations and ownership models. They may or may not combine different types of
DER systems behind the power converter, such as an power converter-based DER system
and a battery that are connected at the DC level.
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with this namespace name. The others should still refer to the namespace where they are
primarily defined.
NOTE The term power converter is being used in place of “inverter” since it covers more types of conversion from
input to output power:
• AC to DC (rectifier)
• DC to AC (inverter)
• DC to DC (DC-to-DC converter)
• AC to AC (AC-to-AC converter)
2 Normative references
The following documents, in whole or in part, are normatively referenced in this document and
are indispensable for its application. For dated references, only the edition cited applies. For
undated references, the latest edition of the referenced document (including any
amendments) applies.
IEC 61850-7-2, Communication networks and systems for power utility automation – Part 7-2:
Basic communication structure – Abstract communication service interface (ACSI)

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IEC 61850-7-3, Communication networks and systems for power utility automation – Part 7-3:
Basic communication structure – Common data classes
IEC 61850-7-4, Communication networks and systems for power utility automation – Part 7-4:
Basic communication structure – Compatible logical node classes and data object classes
IEC 61850-7-410, Communication networks and systems for power utility automation –
Part 7-410: Hydroelectric power plants – Communication for monitoring and control
IEC 61850-7-420, Communication networks and systems for power utility automation –
Part 7-420: Basic communication structure – Distributed energy resources logical nodes
IEC 61850-8-1, Communication networks and systems for power utility automation –
Part 8-1: Specific communication service mapping (SCSM) – Mappings to MMS (ISO 9506-1
and ISO 9506-2) and to ISO/IEC 8802-3
ISO 4217, Codes for the representation of currencies and funds
th
EEI Handbook for Electricity Metering, 10 Edition (2002), Edison Electric Institute,
Washington, D.C.
3 Terms, definitions and acronyms
For the purposes of the present document, the following terms, definitions and acronyms
apply.
3.1 Terms and definitions
3.1.1
autonomous
responding, reacting, or developing independently of the whole; not controlled by others or by
outside forces; independent
[SOURCE: Merriam-Webster dictionary]
3.1.2
common data class
CDC
classes of commonly used data structures which are mostly defined in IEC 61850-7-3, but are
sometimes initially defined in other IEC 61850 documents until they can be updated in
IEC 61850-7-3
3.1.3
device
material element or assembly of such elements intended to perform a required function
Note 1 to entry: A device may form part of a larger device.
[SOURCE: IEC 60050-151:2001, 151-11-20]
3.1.4
electrical connection point
ECP
point of electrical connection between the DER source of energy (generation or storage) and
any electric power system (EPS)
Note 1 to entry: Each DER (generation or storage) unit has an ECP connecting it to its local power system; groups
of DER units have an ECP where they interconnect to the power system at a specific site or plant; a group of DER
units plus local loads have an ECP where they are interconnected to the utility power system.

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Note 2 to entry: For those ECPs between a utility EPS and a plant or site EPS, this point is identical to the point
of common coupling (PCC) in the IEEE 1547, Standard for Interconnecting Distributed Resources with Electric
Power Systems.
[SOURCE: IEC 61850-7-420:2009, modified by transforming second paragraph into Note 1 to
entry]
3.1.5
electric power system
EPS
facilities that deliver electric power to a load
Note 1 to entry: This may include generation units.
[SOURCE: IEEE 1547:2003]
3.1.6
electric power system, area
Area EPS
electric power system (EPS) that serves Local EPSs
Note 1 to entry: Typically, an Area EPS has primary access to public rights-of-way, priority crossing of property
boundaries, etc. and is subject to regulatory oversight.
[SOURCE: IEEE 1547:2003]
3.1.7
electric power system, local
local EPS
EPS contained entirely within a single premises or group of premises
[SOURCE: IEEE 1547:2003]
3.1.8
3.1.8.1
event
event information
something that happens in time
Note 1 to entry: In power system operations, an event is typically state information and/or state transition (status,
alarm, or command) reflecting power system conditions.
[SOURCE: IEC 60050-113:2005, 113-01-04, modified by removal of "subspace … of space-
time" and alteration of Note 1 to entry]
3.1.8.2
event
event information
monitored information on the change of state of operational equipment
Note 1 to entry: In power system operations, an event is typically state information and/or state transition (status,
alarm, or command) reflecting power system conditions.
[SOURCE: IEC 60050-371:1984,371-02-04, modified by addition of Note 1 to entry]
3.1.9
function
computer subroutine; specifically: one that performs a calculation with variables provided by a
program and supplies the program with a single result
Note 1 to entry: This term is very general and can often be used to mean different ideas in different contexts.
However, in the context of computer-based technologies, it is used to imply software or computer hardware tasks.
[SOURCE: Merriam-Webster dictionary]

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3.1.10
3.1.10.1
generator
energy transducer that transforms non-electric energy into electric energy
Note 1 to entry: The reverse conversion of electrical energy into mechanical energy is done by an electric motor,
and motors and generators have many similarities. The prime mover source of mechanical energy may be a
reciprocating or turbine steam engine, water falling through a hydropower turbine or waterwheel, an internal
combustion engine, a wind turbine, a hand crank, or any other source of mechanical energy.
[SOURCE: IEC 60050-151:2001,151-13-35, modified by addition of Note 1 to entry]
3.1.10.2
generator
device that converts kinetic energy to electrical energy, generally using electromagnetic
induction.
Note 1 to entry: The reverse conversion of electrical energy into mechanical energy is done by an electric motor,
and motors and generators have many similarities. The prime mover source of mechanical energy may be a
reciprocating or turbine steam engine, water falling through a hydropower turbine or waterwheel, an internal
combustion engine, a wind turbine, a hand crank, or any other source of mechanical energy.
[SOURCE: Wikipedia 2007-12]
3.1.11
3.1.11.1
information
intelligence or knowledge capable of being represented in forms suitable for communication,
storage or processing
Note 1 to entry: Information may be represented for example by signs, symbols, pictures, or sounds.
[SOURCE: IEC 60050-701:1988,701-01-01]
3.1.11.2
information
knowledge concerning objects, such as facts, events, things, processes, or ideas, including
concepts, that within a certain context has a particular meaning
Note 1 to entry: Information may be represented for example by signs, symbols, pictures, or sounds.
[SOURCE: ISO/IEC 2382-1:1993, 01.01.01, modified by addition of Note 1 to entry]
3.1.12
information exchange
communication process between two or more computer-based systems in order to transmit
and receive information
Note 1 to entry: The exchange of information between systems requires interoperable communication services.
3.1.13
inverter
static power converter (SPC)
device that converts DC electricity into AC electricity. Equipment that converts direct current
from the array field to alternating current. The electric equipment used to convert electrical
power into a form or forms of electrical power suitable for subsequent use by the electric
utility
Note 1 to entry: Any static power converter with control, protection, and filtering functions used to interface an
electric energy source with an electric utility system. Sometimes referred to as power conditioning subsystems,
power conversion systems, solid-state converters, or power conditioning units.
[SOURCE: IEC 61727:2004, 3.8, modified by deletion of Note 2 to entry]

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monitor
to check at regular intervals selected values regarding their compliance to specified values,
ranges of values or switching conditions
[SOURCE: IEC 60050-351:2006,351-22-03]
3.1.15
point of common coupling
PCC
the point of a power supply network, electrically nearest to a particular load, at which other
loads are, or may be, connected
Note 1 to entry: These loads can be either devices, equipment or systems, or distinct customer's installations.
Note 2 to entry: In some applications, the term “point of common coupling” is restricted to public networks.
Note 3 to entry: The point where a local EPS is connected to an area EPS [IEEE 1547]. The local EPS may
include distributed energy resources as well as load (see IEV definition which only includes load).
[SOURCE: IEC 60050-161:1990,161-07-15, modified by replacement of "consumer's
installation" by "load" and by addition of Notes 1 to 3 to entry]
3.1.16
power converter
electronic equipment that converts:
• AC to DC (rectifier)
• DC to AC (inverter)
• DC to DC (DC-to-DC converter)
• AC to AC (AC-to-AC converter
3.1.17
prime mover
equipment acting as the energy source for the generation of electricity
Note 1 to entry: Examples include diesel engine, solar panels, gas turbines, wind turbines, hydro turbines, battery
storage, water storage, air storage, etc.
3.1.18
set point
target value that an automatic control system will aim to reach
[SOURCE: Wikipedia 2012-3]
3.1.19
set point command
a command in which the value for the required state of operational equipment is transmitted to
a controlled station where it is stored
Note 1 to entry: A setpoint is usually an analogue value which sets the controllable target for a process or sets
limits or other parameters used for managing the process.
[SOURCE: IEC 60050-371:1984,371-03-11, modified by addition of Note 1 to entry]
3.2 Acronyms
CDC: Common Data Class
CIM: Common Information Model
DER: Distributed Energy Resource

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