Product Description:

The VCH08.1EKB-064ET-A1D-064-ES-E3-PW is a portable operator terminal produced by Bosch Rexroth Indramat for the VCH IndraControl Terminals series. It serves as the front end of an automation cell, giving machine operators direct access to motion commands, parameter adjustments, and diagnostic data while remaining separate from the main controller. Through its integrated stop switch and selection handwheel, the unit supports safe jogging and axis setup during machine setup or troubleshooting procedures on packaging machines, handling robots, or processing equipment. Its handheld format lets the user stay close to the axis being observed, which improves visibility during manual movement and status checks.

The terminal draws power from a 24 V DC source, which matches standard control cabinet supplies and avoids the need for an auxiliary converter. Its consumption is limited to 4.8 W, so heat generation inside the housing stays low during continuous use. At power-up, a peak demand of 5.6 A must be tolerated by the upstream supply while internal circuits stabilize. Visual data are rendered on a 320 x 240 px display, giving enough detail for axis position values, alarm text, and soft-key legends. An Intel PXA270 416 MHz processor runs the embedded visualization software, providing predictable menu response and handling Ethernet communication through an RJ45 10/100Base-T interface; a USB client port is also available for data transfer. This arrangement allows the terminal to exchange operating data with the control network without requiring a separate local computer.

The internal memory includes 64 MB RAM for program execution and a separate 64 MB CompactFlash card for project graphics and recipes. Stored interface data remains available locally, which helps screen changes and recipe access stay consistent during normal operation. Operator input is handled through 40 foil keys, a tactile handwheel, and a red stop button that interrupts the enabling circuit when pressed. The 3.8-inch STN backlit LCD supports clear reading under typical shop-floor lighting, and the control cable reaches 10 m, allowing movement around the machine without relocating the main control hardware. With a protection rating of IP65, the housing resists dust ingress and low-pressure water jets during routine washdowns.