Title: Siemens SIMATIC IPC477D 15" Touch Panel PC - Industrial HMI Solution (6AV7861-3TA00-1AA0)

Product Overview:
The Siemens SIMATIC IPC477D 15" Touch Panel PC, identified by part number 6AV7861-3TA00-1AA0, is a high-performance, fanless industrial PC designed for demanding HMI, visualization, and control tasks in diverse industrial environments. Combining robust construction with powerful processing capabilities, this compact Panel PC offers exceptional reliability and long-term availability. Its brilliant 15-inch TFT touch display provides intuitive operation and clear visualization of complex processes, making it an ideal solution for machine builders, system integrators, and plant operators seeking a dependable and efficient industrial computing platform. Engineered for continuous operation, the IPC477D ensures maximum system availability and reduced maintenance, contributing to optimized production workflows and enhanced operational efficiency. This industrial-grade computer is built to withstand harsh conditions, including dust, vibration, and temperature fluctuations, making it a cornerstone for modern automation systems.

Key Features & Benefits:

 High-Performance Processing: Equipped with an energy-efficient Intel Core i3-3217UE processor, delivering robust computing power for complex automation, SCADA, and visualization applications, ensuring smooth operation even with demanding software.
 Vivid 15" TFT Touch Display: Features a bright, high-resolution 15-inch TFT display with a resistive touch screen, ensuring clear data presentation and intuitive, precise operator interaction. The durable touch interface is designed for industrial use, allowing for reliable input even with gloves.
 Fanless Design for Reliability: The robust fanless design eliminates moving parts, significantly reducing maintenance requirements, preventing dust and debris ingress, and ensuring high operational reliability and longevity in harsh industrial environments where traditional PCs would fail.
 Robust Industrial Construction: Built with a durable aluminum front panel and a rugged enclosure, providing excellent resistance to shock, vibration, dust, and moisture (IP65 front protection), suitable for continuous 24/7 operation in factories, plants, and outdoor enclosures.
 Ample Memory & Storage: Comes with 4GB DDR3 RAM for smooth multitasking and efficient execution of industrial applications, complemented by a 240GB Solid State Drive (SSD) for fast boot-up times, quick application loading, and enhanced data integrity, especially in high-vibration environments.
 Comprehensive Connectivity: Offers multiple interfaces including two Gigabit Ethernet ports for robust network integration, four USB 3.0 ports for high-speed peripheral connections, and one RS232 serial port, enabling seamless integration into existing network infrastructures and connection to various industrial peripherals and automation components.
 Long-Term Availability & Support: As part of the Siemens SIMATIC family, this Panel PC guarantees long-term product availability and extensive global support, protecting your investment and simplifying lifecycle management for industrial systems.
 Energy Efficient Operation: Optimized for low power consumption, contributing to reduced operating costs and a smaller environmental footprint without compromising performance, making it an eco-friendly choice for industrial automation.
 Flexible Mounting Options: Designed for easy integration into control cabinets and panels, offering versatile mounting possibilities (e.g., panel mount) to suit different industrial setups and space constraints.

Applications:

The Siemens SIMATIC IPC477D is ideally suited for a wide range of industrial applications requiring reliable HMI, visualization, and control capabilities, enhancing productivity and operational oversight:
 Machine Control & Operation: Providing intuitive operator interfaces for CNC machines, packaging lines, textile machinery, robotics, and other automated equipment, enabling precise control and monitoring.
 Process Visualization & Monitoring: Enabling real-time monitoring and control in chemical plants, water treatment facilities, power generation, pharmaceutical production, and food & beverage industries, ensuring process optimization and safety.
 Data Acquisition & Analysis: Collecting and processing critical operational data for quality control, predictive maintenance, energy management, and performance optimization in manufacturing and process industries.
 Building Automation & Management: Serving as a central control unit for HVAC systems, security systems, access control, and energy management in commercial and industrial buildings, providing comprehensive facility oversight.
 Logistics & Material Handling: Used in automated warehouses, conveyor systems, and robotic cells for tracking, sorting, and managing goods, optimizing supply chain efficiency.
 SCADA & MES Systems: Acting as a robust client or server for Supervisory Control and Data Acquisition (SCADA) and Manufacturing Execution Systems (MES) applications, providing a reliable platform for plant-wide control and data management.
 Industrial Internet of Things (IIoT) Gateways: Functioning as an edge device for data aggregation and preliminary processing before sending to cloud platforms, enabling smart factory initiatives.

Technical Specifications:

 Part Number: 6AV7861-3TA00-1AA0
 Alternative Part Number: 6AV78613TA001AA0
 Product Type: SIMATIC IPC477D Panel PC
 Display Type: 15-inch TFT LCD with Resistive Touch Screen
 Display Resolution: 1024 x 768 pixels (XGA)
 Processor: Intel Core i3-3217UE (1.6 GHz, 2 Cores, 4 Threads, 3 MB Cache)
 RAM: 4 GB DDR3 SDRAM (1600 MHz, onboard, non-expandable for this configuration)
 Storage: 240 GB Solid State Drive (SSD, SATA III)
 Operating System Support: Windows 7 Ultimate/Professional (32/64-bit), Windows Embedded Standard 7 (32/64-bit), Windows 10 IoT Enterprise (specific versions)
 Ethernet Interfaces: 2 x Gigabit Ethernet (RJ45, Intel I210-AT)
 USB Interfaces: 4 x USB 3.0 (Type A)
 Serial Interfaces: 1 x RS232 (DB9)
 Video Output: 1 x DisplayPort (for external monitor, if supported by specific model variant)
 Power Supply: 24 V DC (19.2 V to 28.8 V)
 Power Consumption: Typically 30-40 W (depending on configuration and load)
 Protection Rating (Front): IP65 / NEMA 4 (Dust-tight and protected against water jets)
 Operating Temperature: 0 °C to 50 °C (32 °F to 122 °F)
 Storage Temperature: -20 °C to 60 °C (-4 °F to 140 °F)
 Relative Humidity: 10% to 80% (non-condensing)
 Vibration Resistance: IEC 60068-2-6, 5 Hz to 500 Hz, 1 g
 Shock Resistance: IEC 60068-2-27, 15 g, 11 ms
 Dimensions (W x H x D): Approximately 398 mm x 300 mm x 70 mm (15.67 in x 11.81 in x 2.76 in)
 Weight: Approximately 5.5 kg (12.1 lbs)
 Mounting: Panel Mount
 Certifications: CE, UL, cULus, FCC, KCC, ATEX (specific models)