AUTOMATIONDIRECT EA9-T6CL-R HMI Touchscreen

Description

AUTOMATIONDIRECT EA9-T6CL-R HMI Touchscreen

Product Dimensions：

The AutomationDirect EA9-T6CL-R is a 6-inch touch panel operator interface belonging to the C-more EA9 Series. It is designed to provide operators with a reliable, cost-effective Human-Machine Interface (HMI) for real-time plant floor monitoring, machine control, data logging, and system diagnostics.

Product Detailed Description

The EA9-T6CL-R features a 6.4-inch TFT color display driven by a high-performance 800 MHz processor. It includes a resistive touchscreen and dedicated programmable function keys for manual navigation or quick execution of frequent control actions.

The “-R” designation highlights its Repeater/Remote Expansion capabilities and streamlined feature set, offering essential serial and USB communication ports for connecting to various PLCs and industrial controllers.

Technical Parameters

Key Product Advantages

• High Cost-Performance: Offers industrial-grade reliability, multi-protocol support, and user-friendly features at an accessible price point.
• Dual Serial Connectivity: Equipped with separate RS-232 and RS-422/485 ports, allowing it to communicate with multiple controllers simultaneously without requiring extra expansion cards.
• Free C-more Programming Software: Configured using the intuitive C-more Programming Software, which features built-in project simulation, object libraries, and alarm logging without recurring software license fees.
• Tactile Function Keys: Combines the flexibility of a touch screen with physical, tactile function keys (F1–F5) for high-frequency commands or glove-friendly operation.
• USB Data Logging: Enables convenient logging of historical trends, event alarms, and operator logs directly to a standard USB flash drive.

Important Considerations & Precautions

• No Built-in Ethernet Port: The EA9-T6CL-R model relies on serial communications (RS-232/422/485). If your application requires Modbus TCP/IP, EtherNet/IP, or web browser access, choose an Ethernet-enabled C-more panel (such as the EA9-T6CL).
• Power Supply Quality: Operates on 12–24 V DC. Ensure the power supply provides clean, regulated DC voltage to avoid system resets or touch screen misconfigurations.
• Gasket Inspection: To maintain its NEMA 4X / IP65 water-tight seal when panel-mounted, ensure the synthetic rubber mounting gasket is correctly positioned and clamp screws are tightened uniformly.
• Resistive Touch Sensitivity: Use a finger or a smooth plastic stylus. Avoid using sharp objects, screwdrivers, or harsh chemical solvents that can scratch or degrade the resistive touch film.

Product Applications

The EA9-T6CL-R is used across various light-to-medium industrial environments:

• Packaging Machinery: Controlling small-to-medium conveyors, form-fill-seal machines, and labeling equipment.
• Water & Wastewater Treatment: Monitoring pump statuses, tank levels, and chemical dosing systems via serial telemetry.
• HVAC & Building Control: Serving as a local panel interface for air handlers, chillers, and boiler control loops.
• Stand-Alone OEM Equipment: Providing custom machine builders with a dedicated interface linked directly to DirectLOGIC, Productivity, Do-more, Allen-Bradley, or Siemens PLCs over serial protocols.

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