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The c is a versatile industrial Panel PC by B & R Automation from the 5PC Industrial Automation Units series, designed to combine a rugged display and a high-performance control system within a single, compact enclosure. This unit features a 15-inch TFT display with a native 1024 x 768 pixel resolution and uses analog resistive touch technology for precise operator input, achieving a display transmission of 78%. Power requirements include a rated voltage of 24 VDC with a rated current of 3.8 A and a starting current of 3.8 A, enabling robust startup performance. With a total weight of 6.5 kg and a housing fabricated from metal and naturally anodized aluminum for the frame, this Panel PC maintains a sturdy footprint for industrial environments.
Technical capabilities are comprehensive: the device is passively cooled with heatsink technology to ensure silent, maintenance-free thermal regulation, and features full electrical isolation between control electronics and field cabling. The front panel design is molded in a dust-shed grey finish and adheres to IP65 protection class standards on the display side, while the rear panel meets IP20 requirements. The front membrane is constructed from durable polyester, and the interior frame and housing components are built from naturally anodized aluminum to resist corrosion. Integrated three status LEDs provide clear operational feedback at a glance.
Operational features emphasize reliability and ease of use: the rugged metal housing withstands industrial shocks and vibrations, while the front-mounted TFT display offers wide viewing angles and consistent brightness for shift-round operation. The analog resistive touch interface works reliably even when operators wear gloves, and the 78% transmission rate ensures optimal readability of HMI graphics. With a base weight of 6.5 kg, the Panel PC can be installed on machine doors or enclosures without heavy mounting requirements. Passive cooling via a heatsink eliminates moving parts and reduces maintenance overhead, and the three integrated LEDs indicate power, communication, and fault status.
Integration is streamlined through versatile mounting options that conform to standard industrial cutouts, and the device communicates seamlessly with PLCs and I/O modules within the 5PC Industrial Automation Units ecosystem. Its combination of IP65 front protection and compact depth makes it ideal for controlling textile machines, robotic cells, and material handling systems in harsh manufacturing environments. Engineers can leverage the proven reliability of the B & R Automation architecture to deploy customized HMI/SCADA solutions without additional enclosures. This Panel PC excels in applications requiring a high degree of protection, intuitive operator interaction, and minimal footprint embedding into existing production lines.
