Ethernet-Controller EC86A For IDS 850

Overview

The FEP EC86A Ethernet controller (part number 16005047) is a network controller module used within IDS 850 telecontrol systems, providing the connection between the system and communication networks over Ethernet (LAN) and serial interfaces (WAN). It enables the IDS 850 substation or remote terminal unit to exchange data with control centres and other systems.

The EC86A supports 10/100 Mbit/s Ethernet via a front-side RJ45 socket or a front-side fibre optic connector (LWL-100FX), with Category 5 shielded cable for copper connections. This flexibility allows the controller to be matched to the existing network infrastructure of the installation.

Engineering & Design

In addition to the service interface, the front panel provides three further serial interfaces: one permanently connected as V.28 via RJ45 socket, and two more via 15-pin Sub-D connectors. The 15-pin interfaces support V.28, X.21, G.703 (2048 kbit/s), ISDN, and other protocols using appropriate plug-in modules.

A third synchronous interface can be implemented with an additional adapter card (KP2A1), allowing one EC86A node to serve three long-distance lines. LEDs on the front display the status of the card and the individual processes, and eight configurable LEDs can be assigned via software for application-specific indication.

Key Features

• Ethernet (LAN) and serial (WAN) connectivity for IDS 850
• 10/100 Mbit/s Ethernet via RJ45 or LWL-100FX fibre
• Three serial interfaces (V.28 RJ45 + two 15-pin Sub-D)
• V.28, X.21, G.703 (2048 kbit/s) and ISDN protocol support
• Optional KP2A1 adapter for a third synchronous interface
• Status LEDs plus eight software-configurable LEDs
• Front-side connectors for easy access

Applications

• Substation telecontrol and RTU communication
• IDS 850 connection to control centres
• SCADA and telemetry networks
• Energy and utility automation
• Long-distance line communication

Specifications

For substation engineers extending IDS 850 networks, the FEP EC86A Ethernet controller is the standard interface module, and Seven Star LLC supplies the FEP EC86A Ethernet controller with verified specifications for your telecontrol project.

Why Seven Star LLC

Seven Star LLC supplies the FEP EC86A Ethernet controller for IDS 850 systems across the Gulf, with verified specifications and technical support for substation and telecontrol projects. Our team assists with interface configuration and network planning.

We support energy and utility customers with reliable B2B supply of telecontrol spares and modules throughout the GCC.

Integration & Reliability

The EC86A is designed for continuous operation in substation and RTU environments, where communication availability is critical to network operation. The front-side connectors and LED status indication allow quick checks during commissioning and maintenance, and the modular plug-in interface cards cover the common serial standards used in telecontrol practice.

Because the controller supports both copper and fibre Ethernet, it can be matched to the physical infrastructure of the site, and the optional KP2A1 adapter extends the capability to three long-distance lines when the network topology requires it.

Documentation & Supply

Seven Star LLC provides the FEP EC86A with technical documentation and interface planning support, helping engineers configure the controller for their IDS 850 application.

We maintain a practical spares programme for IDS 850 communication modules, supporting utilities and industrial customers across the Gulf.

Network planning for substation telecontrol should include the physical media and protocol options of the communication controllers, and the EC86A’s combination of copper and fibre Ethernet with serial interfaces covers the range needed for both new and legacy installations.

The status LEDs reduce troubleshooting time by showing the state of the card and each process at a glance, and the software-configurable LEDs can be assigned to application events that matter to the operator.

Substation engineers planning IDS 850 upgrades should specify the FEP EC86A Ethernet controller as the standard interface module, and Seven Star LLC supplies the FEP EC86A Ethernet controller with full documentation for your network project.

Spare module planning for telecontrol networks should include the communication controller, and the EC86A Ethernet controller is the designated spare for IDS 850 racks.

The FEP EC86A Ethernet controller is the module specified for new IDS 850 communication projects, and the FEP EC86A Ethernet controller documentation is supplied with every unit.

Request a Quote for Ethernet-Controller EC86A For IDS 850

For the FEP EC86A Ethernet controller, EC86A network controller or any related control and instrumentation requirement, contact the Seven Star LLC team. Submit a formal inquiry through our RFQ page with your module, I/O and system configuration, and our specialists will respond with a detailed commercial proposal and the official FEP documentation.

Identifying the Right EC86A for Your Rack

Two EC86A cards can behave differently in the field because of what is plugged into them. Before ordering a spare, record from the installed card:

• The part number (16005047) and any hardware revision or serial label on the board.
• Whether the Ethernet port in use is copper RJ45 or LWL-100FX fibre.
• The interface modules fitted in each 15-pin Sub-D position and the protocol each line carries.
• Whether the KP2A1 adapter card is fitted for a third synchronous line.
• The firmware version and configuration reported by the engineering tool.

Interface modules and the adapter card can often be moved from the old card to the new one, but this should be confirmed before the exchange.

Exchange and Commissioning

Plan the swap for a period when the affected communication lines can be taken out of service, and inform the control centre beforehand. Back up the station configuration, note the LED states on the old card, and mark every cable before disconnecting it. After fitting the new card and loading the configuration, check that each line is re-established with the control centre, that time synchronisation is working and that events and commands pass in both directions.

Troubleshooting

• No Ethernet link: check the cable or fibre patch, the port speed setting and the switch port.
• Serial line down: verify the plug-in module type, the modem or multiplexer at the far end and the clock settings for synchronous links.
• Card reset or process LED fault: check the rack power supply and the card’s seating in the backplane.

Applications in Oman and the GCC

Telecontrol systems of this generation are still found in electricity transmission and distribution substations, water pumping stations and pipeline telemetry across the region. As utilities move to Ethernet-based SCADA, a card that offers both serial and Ethernet paths helps bridge old and new links during migration. Send your card details to Seven Star LLC for a quotation and lead time.

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