Network communication solutions

Network protector solutions

Eaton’s VaultGard network communications platform is the most advanced network communications system on the market. The features and adaptations allow for the most comprehensive monitoring system for the underground network vault. In addition, it is compatible with Eaton's transformer monitoring system that provides real-time and predictive analysis of transformer health and status.

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System alert notification

Ultimate visibility for users

Secure access

DNP secure authentication

Data monitoring and collection

Trending and graphical display

Core features

Connect to multiple MPCV relays on one VaultGard for application flexibility
Easy-to-navigate on-board web pages so there is no software needed
VaultGard can easily communicate with third-party devices: DNP 3.0 up and downlink, over Ethernet and DNP 3.0 via RS-485 connection
Integrates with NPServe and RAD for the ultimate control and data monitoring system

Predictive maintenance

Eaton’s VaultGard communications platform brings a wealth of information from the utility vault to utility personnel in a user-friendly web interface or into existing SCADA. Information contained in VaultGard can be trended and analyzed different ways to determine predictive maintenance schedules.

Improved network safety

Through Eaton’s VaultGard communications platform, network protectors can be opened and safety features activated remotely, mitigating potential danger to the operator before they enter the vault.

Enhanced built-in web pages

Web pages provide users with a variety of operating features and interactive screens. Real-time data is displayed in comprehensive phasor diagrams, network graphical views and network protector views. Relay setpoints can be changed remotely improving network accessibility.

Specifications

Communications

Protocols	DNP 3.0, INCOM, DNP UDP/IP uplinks
Serial Communications	RS-485, Ethernet

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Application notes

IMPACC wiring specification base rules

This document describes the IMPACC wiring specification base rules.

(PDF 455 KB , 08/01/2008)

Brochures

HMi remote annunciator controller product aid

This brochure describes how Eaton’s HMi was designed to provide utilities with easy-to-use secure monitoring and touchscreen control via the VaultGard network communications system.

(PDF 326 KB , 01/01/2018)
VaultGard Gateway product aid

This brochure describes Eaton’s VaultGard Gateway which can connect up to 32 network protector relays through existing shielded twisted pair (STP) cable, and is rated for the harsh environmental stresses typically found in underground vaults.

(PDF 1 MB , 01/01/2009)

Installation instructions

VaultGard communications device instructions

These instructions apply to Eaton's VaultGard communications device.

(PDF 6 MB , 09/01/2016)

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