Specifications

Device versions for special requirements20
Device versions for special requirements
Fully enclosed SIMATIC HMI devices
The fully enclosed SIMATIC HMI devices supplement the
portfolio of the tried and tested built-in units with espe-
cially rugged operator panels in an attractive design. The
devices are dimensioned for support bracket or stand
assembly and offer complete IP65 protection.
The series is technically based on available built-in devices:
• SIMATIC HMI IPC477C PRO 15" and 19"
• SIMATIC Flat Panel Monitor PRO 15" and 19"
• SIMATIC Thin Client PRO 15"
• SIMATIC MP 377 15" PRO
The devices can be mounted on various support bracket and
stand systems via a flexible mechanical system. Thus they can
be optimally used on machines without requiring a control
cabinet. This facilitates ergonomic operation at various loca-
tions in plants or production lines. The devices are connected
to support bracket systems from different manufacturers by
means of adapters, optionally on the top or bottom of the de-
vice. Both options are provided as standard.
Due to their low weight, the fully enclosed SIMATIC HMI devic-
es can be mounted easily and quickly. The backplane can be
removed easily – e.g. for subsequent installation of cables or
replacing memory cards – and thus ensures a high degree of
service friendliness even when the device is already mounted
on the machine.
The fully enclosed SIMATIC HMI devices offer modular expan-
sion capability. The corresponding expansion units can be at-
tached on the left or right side of the operator panels.
This way, the system can be easily expanded with plant-specif-
ic mechanical buttons or other add-on units (e.g. emergency
stop) and thus adjusted to many different requirements. The
IP65 degree of protection is retained for the entire system
even after installation.
Expansion via Key Panels
The new SIMATIC HMI Key Panels KP8 and KP8F are ideally
suited for installing into the expansion units. With their col-
ored backlit keys (5 configurable colors), they are especially
well suited for displaying machine statuses.
SIMATIC Flat Panel Monitor PRO 19" and HMI IPC477C PRO 15" with
expansion units including SIMATIC HMI Key Panels
SIMATIC Multi Panel 377 15'" PRO on the support arm
Advantages at a glance
■ Operator panels with complete IP65 protection for
mounting on support brackets or stands
■ Removable backplane hood for optimum service
friendliness
■ Maximum compactness and low weight for easy
mounting
■ Easy adjustability to changing requirements thanks
to modular expansions
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