2711-B5A8X DH+ Network PanelView 550 HMI Terminal with Dual Keypad and Touchscreen Control
The Allen-Bradley 2711-B5A8X is a PanelView 550 HMI built for DH+ networks. Its dual keypad and touchscreen design ensures uninterrupted control, making it a drop-in replacement to sustain factory lines without PLC rewrites.
Protocol: Data Highway Plus (DH+)
Connects directly without converters, minimizing replacement downtime.
Control: Keypad & Touchscreen
Dual control ensures production continues even if the screen is damaged.
Protection: NEMA 4X / IP65
Resists dust and water washdowns, ensuring longevity in harsh environments.
Engineer's Note: "The FRN 4.46 firmware guarantees seamless application restoration via PanelBuilder 32."
Project Case: "Successfully deployed in a manufacturing plant, avoiding an expensive full system upgrade."
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Amikon supplies industrial automation spare parts, mainly PLC, DCS, and TSI systems, to more than 160 countries.
- North America shows steady demand, especially US and Canada. A lot of work comes from oil & gas plants and also automotive-related production sites.
- Europe is similar in scale, Germany and UK stand out. You still see chemical plants and heavy equipment lines placing regular orders.
- Middle East and Africa usually relate to refinery projects and mining sites. UAE, Saudi Arabia, South Africa come up often in shipments, sometimes also remote field installations.
- Asia-Pacific is quite broad. China, Singapore, Australia, India … demand is mixed, from semiconductor fabs to power stations and metallurgy plants.
- South America is smaller in volume but stable. Brazil, Chile, Argentina mostly connected with mining, copper operations, and hydropower projects.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What network does the 2711-B5A8X use?
The 2711-B5A8X was made for DH+ (Data Highway Plus) systems. It connects directly with older Allen-Bradley controllers such as PLC-5 and SLC 5/04, which is why many plants still keep this DH+ HMI Terminal as a spare.
Does the 2711-B5A8X have keypad and touchscreen input?
Yes. This AB PanelView 550 terminal combines a touchscreen with a physical keypad. In daily operation, some users still prefer the keys, especially on machines where gloves or dirty hands are common.
Does firmware version affect 2711-B5A8X replacement?
It can. Before replacing a unit, checking the firmware, such as 2711-B5A8X FRN 4.46, helps avoid issues when restoring older PanelBuilder 32 HMI Hardware applications.
What protection level does the 2711-B5A8X offer?
The terminal uses a sealed front design with NEMA 4X Indoor HMI and IP65 Industrial Terminal protection. It is often used on older factory panels where dust and water splash protection are needed.
