Allen-Bradley 6180P-15BPXP Industrial Computer
Configured for high-performance human-machine interface (HMI) processing and field visualization in Rockwell Automation environments, the Allen-Bradley 6180P-15BPXP ( 6180P-15BPXP Industrial Computer) provides direct physical/electrical execution.
Hardware Specifications
| Parameter | Specification |
|---|---|
| Model | 6180P-15BPXP |
| Brand | Allen-Bradley |
| Origin | USA |
| Weight | 39.99 lbs (18.14 kg) |
| Dimensions | Standard 15-inch panel mount footprint |
| Operating Temp | 0 to 50 deg C |
| Power Consumption | 100-240 VAC integrated AC power supply |
| Product Type | Industrial Computers |
| Series | VersaView 1500P Series |
| Display | 15-inch TFT color display with resistive touch screen |
| Input Interface | Integrated front bezel keypad and analog touch panel |
| Processor | 1.66 GHz Intel Core 2 Duo |
| System Memory | 2 GB RAM |
| Primary Storage | 160 GB hot-swap hard disk drive |
| Removable Drives | 3.5-inch floppy drive, DVD-RW/CD-RW optical drive |
| Operating System | Windows XP Professional |
Backplane Bus Communication Velocity & Deterministic Networks
The 6180P-15BPXP integrated display computer bridges real-time plant floor visualization with industrial network architectures. Powered by an Intel Core 2 Duo 1.66 GHz processor and 2 GB RAM, the hardware processes high-density graphical HMI screens while managing high-speed Ethernet communications to downstream PLC processors. The integrated architecture offloads complex data logging and diagnostic execution from control rack processors, maintaining backplane bus communication velocity and deterministic EtherNet/IP packet routing without compromising system update times or introducing firmware flash compatibility conflicts across the automation network.
Frequently Asked Questions
Q: Does the 160 GB hard drive support hot-swapping while the unit is operating?
A: Yes, the 160 GB primary drive is housed in a hot-swappable drive tray, allowing drive replacement without requiring full system chassis removal, provided software volume unmounting procedures are followed.
Q: What front-panel operator inputs are integrated directly on the 6180P-15BPXP housing?
A: The display assembly integrates both a 15-inch analog resistive touch screen and an industrial key pad mounted directly on the front bezel for dual input operation.
Field Installation Guidelines
- Cut panel opening dimensions to match the specified 15-inch VersaView cutout templates, ensuring edges are deburred and free of metal filings.
- Position the panel gasket evenly along the bezel seating flange to maintain IP65/NEMA 4X front-panel environmental sealing integrity.
- Insert the unit into the cabinet cutout and secure all rear panel mounting clamps evenly using a cross-pattern torque sequence.
- Route primary 100-240 VAC power cables through dedicated low-voltage wiring conduits separated from high-noise drive lines.
- Connect the enclosure chassis grounding stud to the main panel earth ground bar using a heavy-gauge, low-impedance grounding strap.
Allen-Bradley 6180P-15BPXP Industrial Computer
Allen-Bradley 6180P-15BPXP Industrial Computer
Configured for high-performance human-machine interface (HMI) processing and field visualization in Rockwell Automation environments, the Allen-Bradley 6180P-15BPXP ( 6180P-15BPXP Industrial Computer) provides direct physical/electrical execution.
Hardware Specifications
| Parameter | Specification |
|---|---|
| Model | 6180P-15BPXP |
| Brand | Allen-Bradley |
| Origin | USA |
| Weight | 39.99 lbs (18.14 kg) |
| Dimensions | Standard 15-inch panel mount footprint |
| Operating Temp | 0 to 50 deg C |
| Power Consumption | 100-240 VAC integrated AC power supply |
| Product Type | Industrial Computers |
| Series | VersaView 1500P Series |
| Display | 15-inch TFT color display with resistive touch screen |
| Input Interface | Integrated front bezel keypad and analog touch panel |
| Processor | 1.66 GHz Intel Core 2 Duo |
| System Memory | 2 GB RAM |
| Primary Storage | 160 GB hot-swap hard disk drive |
| Removable Drives | 3.5-inch floppy drive, DVD-RW/CD-RW optical drive |
| Operating System | Windows XP Professional |
Backplane Bus Communication Velocity & Deterministic Networks
The 6180P-15BPXP integrated display computer bridges real-time plant floor visualization with industrial network architectures. Powered by an Intel Core 2 Duo 1.66 GHz processor and 2 GB RAM, the hardware processes high-density graphical HMI screens while managing high-speed Ethernet communications to downstream PLC processors. The integrated architecture offloads complex data logging and diagnostic execution from control rack processors, maintaining backplane bus communication velocity and deterministic EtherNet/IP packet routing without compromising system update times or introducing firmware flash compatibility conflicts across the automation network.
Frequently Asked Questions
Q: Does the 160 GB hard drive support hot-swapping while the unit is operating?
A: Yes, the 160 GB primary drive is housed in a hot-swappable drive tray, allowing drive replacement without requiring full system chassis removal, provided software volume unmounting procedures are followed.
Q: What front-panel operator inputs are integrated directly on the 6180P-15BPXP housing?
A: The display assembly integrates both a 15-inch analog resistive touch screen and an industrial key pad mounted directly on the front bezel for dual input operation.
Field Installation Guidelines
- Cut panel opening dimensions to match the specified 15-inch VersaView cutout templates, ensuring edges are deburred and free of metal filings.
- Position the panel gasket evenly along the bezel seating flange to maintain IP65/NEMA 4X front-panel environmental sealing integrity.
- Insert the unit into the cabinet cutout and secure all rear panel mounting clamps evenly using a cross-pattern torque sequence.
- Route primary 100-240 VAC power cables through dedicated low-voltage wiring conduits separated from high-noise drive lines.
- Connect the enclosure chassis grounding stud to the main panel earth ground bar using a heavy-gauge, low-impedance grounding strap.
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