New from Gefran is the GF_VEDO family of high-performance touch-screen operator panels with powerful 32-bit processors built-in
Gefran‘s new GF_VEDO high-performance touch-screen operator panels provide economical and complete HMI and machine control for medium- to high-complexity automation applications. Available in 6.5, 10.4, 12.1 and 15-inch displays, all feature the GAB (Gefran Automation Builder) software that provides a single programming environment for PLC and Scada graphic page display programming, together with fieldbus expansion and peripheral ports.
Depending on the colour display size, the graphics resolutions available are 640×480 (VGA), 800×600 (SVGA) or 1024×768 (XVGA). Smaller models are available as touch screen display only or with an integral tactile keypad for additional functionality. The rugged and durable range is based upon powerful 32-bit processors with a choice of RAM and solid state DOM (Disk-On-Module) general-purpose memory. With no conventional hard drives and no requirement for cooling fans, the GF_VEDO units have no moving parts and are therefore particularly suitable for harsh and high vibration environments. Faceplate protection is to IP65 and the operating temperature range is zero to +50 degrees C.
Fieldbus interfacing connectivity options include Canopen, Modbus RTU and Modbus TCP, with two Ethernet 10/100 Base-T, an RS485, two USB, and PS2 and mouse ports. The operator panels can also be used in conjunction with Gefran’s USB-connected TF32 keyboards, which provide additional fieldbus interconnectivity, digital inputs, input key and LED functions, thereby expanding the application potential of the GF_VEDO units.
For complete application flexibility, the GF_VEDO range can include alternative operating systems such as Windows XP Embedded or VxWorks and, additionally, preloaded and ready-to-run applications such as GF_PACK software for plastics extrusion and injection moulding.
For more information, visit www.gefran.co.uk
