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The Allen-Bradley 2711-B5A8L3 is a robust operator terminal from the PanelView 550 series, designed to provide reliable human-machine interface (HMI) capabilities in demanding industrial environments. This unit features a hybrid input design, combining a resistive touchscreen with a tactile keypad, allowing for versatile control and monitoring of automated processes. It is engineered for long-term deployment in sectors such as water treatment, chemical processing, and automated manufacturing, where it serves to streamline operator interaction and reduce system downtime.
The 2711-B5A8L3 utilizes a 5.5-inch monochrome blue-mode LCD display, offering a clear 256 x 128 pixel resolution suitable for process visualization. The input system includes 10 dedicated function keys (F1-F10) alongside a touchscreen matrix with 128 active cells, ensuring operational reliability even in high-vibration settings. For networking and data management, the terminal is equipped with a Data Highway Plus (DH+) communication port for deterministic plant-floor connectivity and an RS-232 serial port for local printer logging.
| Model | 2711-B5A8L3 |
| Brand | Allen-Bradley |
| Product Line | PanelView 550 |
| Display | 5.5-inch Monochrome Blue-Mode LCD |
| Resolution | 256 x 128 pixels |
| Input Method | Keypad (10 Function Keys) and Touchscreen |
| Memory | 170 KB Runtime / 240 KB Nonvolatile |
| Communication | DH+ Port, RS-232 Printer Port |
| Input Voltage | 24 VDC (18-32 VDC range) |
| Operating Temperature | 0 to 55 deg C |
Is this terminal still in production? No, the 2711-B5A8L3 is classified as a discontinued or obsolete product by the manufacturer. We provide these units as spare parts for legacy system maintenance.
What is the primary communication protocol for this unit? This model features a dedicated Data Highway Plus (DH+) port, which is the standard for high-speed deterministic networking in legacy Allen-Bradley architectures.