Product Description:

The 4XP0070.00-00B keypad module is produced by B&R Automation within the 4XP Keypad Modules series. Intended for front-panel mounting on machinery and process equipment, the unit presents five illuminated pushbuttons that let operators issue start, stop, or mode commands directly to the control system. By acting as a distributed human-machine interface node, it streamlines wiring and reduces enclosure space compared with full touchscreens, and it performs reliably in industrial automation lines where simple, durable manual input is required under demanding ambient conditions. Each illuminated key provides clear local status indication at the point of use, which helps confirm command input during routine operation.

The face rating of IP65 protects the front of the module during washdown while the keys remain tactile. The housing measures 197 mm wide and 52 mm high, fitting inside narrow control doors without crowding neighboring devices. A shielded 8-pin male multipoint connector carries both data and supply at 24 VDC, and the power source must accommodate an inrush of 20 A Max (<1 ms) when the backlight circuit energizes. Communication with the controller is managed over the X2X Slave bus, permitting deterministic scan integration with other B&R I/O nodes. Color feedback is provided through four green, yellow, red, and white LEDs and one green, yellow, red, and blue indicator, so machine status can be shown without separate pilot lights.

Panel depth is limited to 40.4 mm, so the module clears shallow enclosures, while the rear has back-of-cabinet protection rated at IP20. When mounted in a daisy chain, the permissible station spacing reaches 100 m, allowing placement far from the central controller without repeaters. Continuous draw is only 0.35 A Max, supporting low-power architectures, and the compact assembly weighs 147 g, easing the load on lightweight doors and articulated operator arms. The shallow body and low power demand make the unit suitable for compact operator stations where only simple manual control is needed.