Description
Product Name: 2711-K5A8X Allen Bradley Output module
Product details:
The 2711-K5A8X is a Human-Machine Interface (HMI) designed for industrial control applications. The ‘K’ in the catalog number indicates it is a Keypad unit.
| Attribute | Specification |
| Product Type | Operator Terminal / HMI (Human-Machine Interface) |
| Series | PanelView 550 Standard |
| Operator Input | Keypad (with 10 function keys F1-F10) |
| Display Size | 5.5 inches (or commonly listed as 5.3 inches) |
| Display Type | Monochrome LCD (Blue Mode) with LED Backlight |
| Resolution | 256 x 128 pixels |
| Communication Ports | DH+ (Data Highway Plus) and RS-232 Printer Port |
| Input Voltage | 100-240 VAC (Alternating Current) |
| Frequency | 50/60 Hz |
| Memory | 170 KB Application Runtime, 240 KB Nonvolatile (FLASH) Memory |
| Enclosure Rating | NEMA Type 12/13, 4X (Indoor Use Only), IP54, IP65 |
| Product Lifecycle Status | Discontinued/Obsolete (Note: Availability is typically through surplus or pre-owned markets) |
✅ Product Advantages (Benefits)
- Robust and Proven Design: As part of the PanelView Standard series, it has a long history of use in industrial environments, known for its durability and reliability.
- Keypad Input: The physical keypad provides tactile feedback, which is beneficial for operators wearing gloves or in environments where precision touch screens are difficult to use.
- DH+ Communication: It supports the legacy DH+ network, making it an excellent fit for integration with older Allen-Bradley PLC-5 and SLC 5/04 controllers.
- Monochrome Clarity: The high-resolution monochrome display offers clear visibility for text and graphics, which can be easier to read in certain industrial lighting conditions than older color displays.
⚠️ Important Considerations (Notes)
- Obsolete Status: The 2711-K5A8X is Discontinued/Obsolete by Rockwell Automation. This means new units are no longer manufactured, and support/repairs may be limited. Users should consider a migration path to modern PanelView Plus or PanelView 800 HMIs.
- Display Limitation: It has a monochrome display, which is a major limitation compared to modern color HMIs, affecting the ability to use color coding for alarms and status.
- Keypad Wear: Like many older keypad units, the built-in keypad can be a point of failure over time, potentially requiring replacement.
- Programming Software: It requires legacy software (PanelBuilder32) for programming, which may not be compatible with newer operating systems.
🏭 Product Applications
The Allen-Bradley 2711-K5A8X is typically used in various industrial sectors for simple to medium-complexity machine and process control applications.
- Discrete Manufacturing: Used on packaging, assembly, and material handling machinery.
- Process Control: Suitable for basic monitoring and control of small-scale mixing, pumping, or temperature control systems.
- Machine Operator Interface: Provides a local interface for operators to start/stop processes, view alarms, and change simple parameters.
- Legacy System Integration: It is often found in facilities that still rely on older Allen-Bradley DH+ networks (e.g., in automotive, food & beverage, and water/wastewater plants) and need to maintain existing equipment.
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