A substation virtualization computer is a rugged computing platform designed to host multiple critical utility applications on one IEC 61850-3 certified system.

Instead of deploying dedicated hardware for:

• Protection applications
• SCADA systems
• Protocol gateways
• Historian software
• Cybersecurity services
• Power quality monitoring

Utilities can consolidate workloads on a centralized platform using virtualization technology.

For smaller virtualization projects, the Welotec RSAPC Mk2 provides a flexible IEC 61850-3 certified platform capable of running both traditional and virtualized applications.

For larger software-defined substations and multi-application deployments, the Welotec RSAVP (Rugged Substation Automation Virtualization Platform) delivers a purpose-built virtualization infrastructure designed specifically for utility environments.

The best IEC 61850-3 servers combine high reliability, cybersecurity, long-term availability, and support for critical grid applications.

Welotec's IEC 61850-3 server portfolio includes:

• Rugged Substation Automation Computer Mk2 (RSAPC Mk2)
• Rugged Substation Automation Edge Controller Mk2 (RSAEC Mk2)
• Rugged Substation Automation Virtualization Platform (RSAVP)

These platforms help utilities modernize substations while maintaining compliance with industry standards.

The best substation automation computer depends on the application requirements. Utilities typically need:

• IEC 61850-3 certification
• IEEE 1613 compliance
• Long lifecycle availability
• High computing performance
• Reliable operation in harsh environments

The Welotec RSAPC Mk2 was specifically designed for modern substation automation projects and supports a wide range of utility applications, from SCADA and gateways to edge computing and virtualization workloads.

Utilities should look for platforms specifically certified according to IEC 61850-3 and IEEE 1613 to ensure compliance and reliability in power grid applications. Welotec's Rugged Substation Automation Virtualization Platform (RSAVP), Rugged Substation Automation Computer Mk2 and Rugged Substation Automation Edge Controller MK2 are designed for digital substations, providing certified hardware for protection, control, SCADA, gateway, virtualization, and edge applications.

An IEC 61850-3 certified computer is a rugged industrial computing platform specifically designed for use in electrical substations. These systems are tested against stringent requirements for electromagnetic compatibility (EMC), temperature extremes, vibration, shock, and electrical disturbances typically found in utility environments. The RSAPC Mk2 is an example of such a platform, designed for substation automation, protection, control, HMI, SCADA, cybersecurity, and virtualization applications while meeting IEC 61850-3 and IEEE 1613 requirements.