Product Description:

The 5AP933.156B-K01 is an operator interface device manufactured by B & R Automation as part of the 5AP Single Touch Automation Panels series. Designed for machine-level visualization and command entry, the unit combines an industrial TFT display with single-touch capability so controllers, drives, and safety modules can be monitored from a sealed front surface on the cabinet door. It provides a direct local interface that replaces physical pushbuttons while supporting modern PLC-based automation architectures over the manufacturer’s standard communication backplane.

Its screen measures 15.6" on the diagonal and follows a widescreen aspect of 16:9, giving operators ample horizontal space for multi-panel layouts and trend graphs. A native resolution of 1366 × 768 pixels distributes pixels uniformly across the thin-film transistor matrix, so text and small graphics remain legible at typical arm’s-length viewing distances. A contrast ratio of 1000:1 separates foreground process values from dark backgrounds, aided by an LED backlight that delivers full brightness immediately after power-up. The panel presents 16.7 million colors, enabling clear status coding, and accepts single-finger input through its scratch-resistant cover glass.

Long-life components support continuous operation. The backlight reaches half of its initial luminance after about 70,000 h, minimizing maintenance intervals in 24/7 plants. The front face carries a combined rating of IP65 Front / IP20 Back, so dust jets or wash-down spray will not enter the active area while the rear remains suited for sheltered cabinet interiors. Wide viewing limits of 85° / 85° in both axes keep colors stable when personnel approach from the side or below. Input is detected through the Projected Capacitive (PCT) sensor layer, which tracks light touches even when gloves are worn. A total mass of 3850 g simplifies swing-arm mounting without additional reinforcement.