Title: Allen-Bradley PanelView 550 2711-T5A12L1 HMI Terminal - Monochrome Touchscreen, DH-485 Communication

Product Overview: The Allen-Bradley PanelView 550 2711-T5A12L1 is a robust and reliable Human Machine Interface (HMI) terminal designed for industrial automation applications. As part of the highly successful PanelView 550 series, this operator interface provides a clear and intuitive way for operators to monitor and control industrial processes. Featuring a 5.5-inch monochrome display with a responsive touchscreen, the 2711-T5A12L1 allows for direct interaction with connected Programmable Logic Controllers (PLCs) via its integrated DH-485 communication port. This terminal is an essential component for enhancing operational efficiency, reducing downtime, and providing real-time data visualization in various manufacturing and process control environments. Its durable design ensures dependable performance in demanding industrial settings, making it a cornerstone for effective machine and process management.

Key Features & Benefits:

5.5-inch Monochrome Display: Provides clear and crisp visual feedback for process monitoring, even in varying lighting conditions, ensuring high readability of critical data.
Touchscreen Operator Input: Enables intuitive and direct interaction with the control system, eliminating the need for external keyboards or mice and streamlining operator tasks.
DH-485 Communication Port: Offers reliable and high-speed connectivity to Allen-Bradley SLC 500, MicroLogix, and other compatible PLCs, facilitating seamless data exchange and control.
Non-Volatile Memory: Equipped with sufficient memory to store complex application programs, ensuring data integrity and quick recovery after power cycles.
PanelBuilder32 Software Compatibility: Easily configured and programmed using the widely adopted PanelBuilder32 software, allowing for efficient development and deployment of HMI applications.
Industrial-Grade Durability: Built to withstand harsh industrial environments, featuring a robust design that resists shock, vibration, and temperature fluctuations, ensuring long-term operational reliability.
Integrated Alarm Management: Supports comprehensive alarm capabilities, providing real-time alerts and historical logs to quickly identify and address critical process deviations.
Recipe Management Support: Facilitates the creation and management of recipes, enabling consistent product quality and efficient batch processing in manufacturing operations.
Enhanced Diagnostics: Offers on-screen diagnostic information, aiding in faster troubleshooting and maintenance, thereby minimizing production downtime.
Compact Design: Its relatively small footprint allows for flexible mounting options in control panels where space is at a premium.

Applications:

The Allen-Bradley PanelView 550 2711-T5A12L1 is widely used across diverse industrial sectors for critical control and monitoring tasks.
Manufacturing and Assembly Lines: For machine control, production line monitoring, and operator interaction with automated processes.
Process Control: In industries such as chemical, food and beverage, and pharmaceuticals for managing batch processes, temperature control, and fluid dynamics.
Material Handling: For controlling conveyor systems, automated guided vehicles (AGVs), and robotic cells.
Water and Wastewater Treatment: Monitoring pump stations, filtration systems, and overall plant operations.
Packaging Machinery: Providing operator interface for packaging, labeling, and palletizing equipment.
Building Automation: For HVAC system control, energy management, and security system monitoring in large facilities.
Any industrial application requiring a reliable and intuitive human-machine interface for real-time data display and operator input.

Technical Specifications:

Part Number: 2711-T5A12L1 (also known as 2711T5A12L1)
Series: PanelView 550
Display Type: Monochrome LCD
Display Size: 5.5-inch (diagonal)
Resolution: 256 x 128 pixels
Backlight: Cold Cathode Fluorescent Lamp (CCFL)
Input Type: Touchscreen
Communication Port: DH-485 (8-pin mini-DIN)
Application Memory: 170 KB non-volatile
Input Voltage: 85-264V AC, 47-63 Hz
Power Consumption: 30 VA (maximum)
Enclosure Rating: NEMA 4X / IP65 (front panel only)
Operating Temperature: 0 to 50°C (32 to 122°F)
Storage Temperature: -25 to 70°C (-13 to 158°F)
Relative Humidity: 5% to 95% non-condensing
Shock Resistance: 15 g (operating)
Vibration Resistance: 2 g (operating)
Software Compatibility: PanelBuilder32
Dimensions (HxWxD): 192 mm x 228 mm x 96 mm (7.56 in x 8.98 in x 3.78 in)
Weight: 1.8 kg (4.0 lbs)