DESCRIPTION

Red Lion’s rugged Graphite® operator panels are the industry's first HMI touchscreens to combine all-aluminum construction with an I/O module architecture. All of the Graphite HMI models offer drag-and-drop protocol conversion, data logging and web-based monitoring and control. With UL Class 1, Division 2, ABS, ATEX and IECEx approvals, Graphite HMIs enable customers to connect, monitor and control processes in harsh environments.

Available in eight different sizes ranging from 7 inch to 15 inch, Graphite HMIs feature sleek full-color touchscreens in a streamlined, compact footprint for easy installation. Rugged cast-aluminum construction supports outdoor and indoor display with wide operating temperatures and high shock/vibration tolerances that enable organizations to connect, monitor and control processes regardless of environment. Unify disparate devices by converting up to 20 industrial protocols simultaneously from a built-in library of over 300 supported drivers. In addition, select from a wide variety of module and expansion options to seamlessly extend capabilities and address varying requirements.

FEATURES

Sleek, Rugged Construction

• Graphite HMIs feature reliable, resistive analog touchscreens and a rugged aluminum housing that allow operation in high shock, vibration and temperature applications. Standard and widescreen models are available in sizes ranging from 7 inch to 15 inch. Both the 7 inch and 10 inch models are available with UV-resistant, sunlight-visible displays for outdoor use.

Expansion Options

• Graphite HMIs are the industry’s most rugged HMI to offer the versatility of plug-in modules and expansion racks that can easily be installed on site and allow for application customization. Available Graphite modules include dedicated PID controllers, digital I/O, analog I/O, high-density thermocouple, RTD, strain gage as well as a fully-isolated universal analog input module. In addition, our Graphite Crimson® Control module enables users to leverage industry-standard IEC 61131 programming languages to develop logic code without added expense. Extend even further with E3 I/O™ high-density modules.

Connectivity

• Graphite HMIs come standard with one 10/100Base-T(X) Ethernet port, two RS-232 and one RS-422/485 serial ports, one USB Device and two USB Host ports and support serial to Ethernet conversion. Additional Ethernet and/or RS-422/485 ports are available on specific models.

Communication

• Communicating with over 300 different protocols, Graphite HMIs offer a powerful HMI communication platform. Use Graphite devices to manage multiple-vendor applications and network-enable existing equipment. Select and control PLCs, drives, motion controllers or PID controllers directly from the Graphite platform.

Remote Monitoring and Control

• Graphite HMIs excel at keeping personnel informed of machine and process performance. With its built-in web server, remote personnel can monitor as well as control equipment from virtually any networked device. Graphite HMIs can also alert personnel about existing or pending issues via email or SMS text messages to ensure problems are addressed quickly in order to minimize downtime.

Collection

• With its built-in data logger, Graphite HMIs offer a powerful means for recording continuous data as well as events and alarms. Data can be acquired from any connected devices and compiled into CSV-formatted files, where it can be stored, displayed, emailed or automatically synchronized with an FTP or Microsoft SQL server.

Crimson Software

• Red Lion’s powerful Crimson® software is a remarkable programming platform that unlocks the power of the Graphite HMI platform with simple drag-and-drop, point-and-click configuration. Unlike competitive HMIs that charge you extra for cumbersome software, Red Lion’s Crimson software is included with each Graphite HMI. And, advanced IEC 61131 control and programming functionality can easily be added with the Graphite Crimson Control module.