Distributed Network Protocol 3 (DNP3) is a set of communications protocols used between components in process automation systems. Its main use is in utilities such as electric and water companies.

Nov 18, 2025 · DNP3 is based on the standards of the International Electrotechnical Commission (IEC) Technical Committee 57, Working Group 03 who defined an OSI 3 layer "Enhanced Performance …

DNP3 allows different devices within process automation systems to communicate. Different utility companies broadly use this protocol for gas, electrical, and water telemetry systems.

May 30, 2025 · DNP3 (Distributed Network Protocol) was developed by GE Harris to create a protocol specification for vendors of power grid SCADA (Supervisory Control and Data Acquisition) …

DNP3 provides the rules for substation computers and master station computers to communicate data and control commands. DNP3 is a non-proprietary protocol that is available to anyone. Only a …

DNP3, or DNP 3.0, is a communications protocol used in SCADA and remote monitoring systems. DNP stands for distributed network protocol and is widely used because it is an open standard protocol.

Dec 30, 2023 · Distributed Network Protocol 3 (DNP3) is a set of communication protocols used in utilities and process industries, primarily for electric, water, oil, and gas sectors. It’s used to enable …

DNP3 is a layered protocol. However, rather than adhering to the OSI (Open System Interconnection) 7 layer protocol, DNP3 adheres to a simplified 3 layer standard proposed by the IEC (International …

DNP3, or Distributed Network Protocol 3, is a set of communication protocols used between devices in process automation systems. It’s widely used in the utility industry, particularly for Electric Power …

Jan 20, 2025 · DNP3 (Distributed Network Protocol) is a widely used communications protocol in the utility automation industry. It is particularly used for monitoring and controlling devices in electric and …