BS EN IEC 62541-6:2020

Comprehensive OPC UA Specification

BS EN IEC 62541-6:2020, also known as the OPC Unified Architecture (OPC UA) Specification, is a critical standard for ensuring interoperability and compliance in industrial automation systems. Developed by the International Electrotechnical Commission (IEC), this standard provides a detailed specification for the OPC UA information model, access control, and other key aspects of this leading industrial communication protocol.

Ensure Interoperability Across Devices and Systems

OPC UA is rapidly becoming the industry standard for industrial communication, enabling seamless data exchange between a wide range of devices, systems, and software applications. BS EN IEC 62541-6:2020 ensures that manufacturers, system integrators, and end-users can develop OPC UA-compliant products and solutions that can reliably and securely communicate with one another, regardless of vendor or platform.

Comprehensive Specification for OPC UA Information Model

• Defines the standard information model for OPC UA, including object types, variable types, and data types
• Specifies the structure and semantics of OPC UA nodes, which represent the fundamental building blocks of the information model
• Covers the standard set of OPC UA services for accessing and manipulating data within the information model

Robust Access Control and Security Mechanisms

• Outlines the access control model for OPC UA, including user authentication, authorization, and auditing
• Specifies the security policies and mechanisms for ensuring the confidentiality, integrity, and availability of OPC UA communications
• Provides guidance on implementing secure OPC UA applications and deployments

Ensure Compliance and Interoperability for Your Industrial Automation Systems

By adhering to the requirements and recommendations outlined in BS EN IEC 62541-6:2020, manufacturers, system integrators, and end-users can develop OPC UA-based solutions that are fully compliant and interoperable with a wide range of industrial automation devices and systems. This helps to reduce integration costs, improve system reliability, and future-proof your investments in industrial automation technology.

Whether you're developing OPC UA-enabled devices, designing industrial control systems, or implementing OPC UA-based data management solutions, this comprehensive standard is an essential reference for ensuring the success of your industrial automation projects.