Product Description:

The VCH08.1EAB-064ET-A1D-064-CS-E2-PW is a handheld operator terminal produced by Bosch Rexroth Indramat within the VCH IndraControl Terminals series. It serves as a local human-machine interface for machinery that requires on-site start, jog, and emergency-stop capability during setup or maintenance. By combining a compact display with hardwired controls, the unit allows direct supervision of drives, quick parameter changes, and rapid intervention without returning to a fixed cabinet panel. This arrangement keeps essential machine commands close to the point of operation, which is useful when an axis must be observed during manual movement.

Processing tasks are handled by a PXA 270/416 MHz CPU that boots from flash memory and manages runtime variables stored in an additional 64 MB of application memory. The monochrome STN screen renders at 320 × 240 pixels, which suits text-based diagnostics and simple status pages while keeping update times short. Even with constant backlight operation, total power draw is only 4.8 W, so the terminal produces little heat during use. Power is supplied from a standard 24 V DC rail commonly found in industrial control systems. A single handwheel supports incremental axis movement, and the integrated stop button can interrupt motion immediately through a hardwired safety channel.

Operator input is expanded by 15 programmable function keys and additional operating keys that provide direct access to frequently used commands. The display measures 9.7 cm (3.8") diagonally, which suits the viewing distance typical of pendant-style devices mounted on retractable cables. Speed trimming during teach moves is provided by one override potentiometer, and the housing is sealed to IP65 to resist dust and coolant exposure on the shop floor. With a mass of only 1.2 kg, the terminal remains easy to handle during extended use. Its handheld format also helps keep manual control available near the machine instead of limiting access to a stationary interface.