Overview
IEC 61987-24-2:2017 is an international standard published by the International Electrotechnical Commission (IEC) focusing on industrial-process measurement and control. This standard defines the data structures and elements necessary for process equipment catalogues, particularly concerning the lists of properties (LOPs) of valve/actuator accessories for electronic data exchange. By establishing common property lists for accessories used with automated valves, IEC 61987-24-2 enables standardized electronic communication and data handling throughout life-cycle processes in industrial automation.
The standard provides two main types of lists:
- Operating List of Properties (OLOP): Intended for describing the operating parameters and requirements for accessories attached to automated valves.
- Device Lists of Properties (DLOPs): Used for detailed descriptions of individual accessories, ensuring harmonized data exchange across various computer systems.
Key Topics
IEC 61987-24-2:2017 addresses several essential areas relevant for industrial automation and process control:
- Standardized Data Structures: Defines how product data for valve/actuator accessories should be structured for seamless electronic exchange.
- Property Definition and Identification: Properties and blocks are referenced from the IEC Common Data Dictionary (CDD), ensuring compatibility with IEC 61360 based systems.
- Accessory Types: The standard provides models for common accessories, such as filter regulators, limit switches, position transmitters, and solenoid valves.
- Integration with Other Standards: Adheres to the generic data structures established in IEC 61987-10, IEC 61987-11, and IEC 61987-21.
- Electronic Catalogues: Facilitates the creation and usage of electronic catalogues that support automated supplier-customer exchanges.
- Process Optimization: Enables single-point data entry and re-use throughout engineering, purchasing, maintenance, and supplier interactions.
Applications
Adopting IEC 61987-24-2:2017 brings practical value across various industrial environments:
- Equipment Specification: Engineering teams can specify requirements for valve/actuator accessories using a standardized set of properties, simplifying RFQ (Request For Quotation) and procurement processes.
- Supplier Integration: Manufacturers and suppliers can provide detailed, interoperable product data to customers in a format compatible with global standards.
- Lifecycle Data Management: Maintenance and operation departments benefit from consistent digital asset data, leading to improved traceability, reduced data duplication, and streamlined updates.
- CAE/ERP Systems: Tools for Computer-Aided Engineering (CAE) and Enterprise Resource Planning (ERP) can integrate these structured LOPs, ensuring a single source of truth for accessory definitions and performance data.
- Industry Sectors: Widely applicable to industries such as oil & gas, chemical processing, water treatment, and any sectors relying on process automation and control.
Related Standards
IEC 61987-24-2:2017 is part of a broader framework of international standards, including:
- IEC 61987-10: Fundamentals for constructing LOPs for industrial-process measurement and control.
- IEC 61987-11: Generic structures for lists of properties of measuring equipment.
- IEC 61987-21: Generic structures for automated valves’ LOPs.
- IEC 61360 series: Standard data element types with an associated classification scheme for electric components.
- IEC 60534-7: Control valve data sheet requirements.
These related standards establish a robust ecosystem for efficient, reliable, and compatible electronic data exchange, supporting enhanced interoperability and digitalization in process industries.
For further details and access to the official lists of properties and block libraries referenced in this standard, consult the IEC Common Data Dictionary (CDD).
By conforming to IEC 61987-24-2, organizations improve data consistency, promote interoperability, and reduce integration costs across the industrial supply chain.
