UNIOP eTOP06-0050 A versatile and compact human-machine interface

UniOP eTOP06-0050 is a versatile and compact Human-Machine Interface (HMI) designed for industrial applications where space efficiency is a priority.

Part of the eTOP series by Exor, it bridges the gap between basic text displays and high-end industrial PCs.

1. Introduction

The UniOP eTOP06-0050 features a 5.7-inch TFT color display that offers 1/4 VGA resolution.

It is specifically engineered to provide a high-quality visual interface for machine operators in a small footprint.

Utilizing the standard UniOP programming environment, it allows for easy migration of projects from older panels to this more modern, color-capable hardware.

2. Technical Parameter Table

3. Product Advantages and Features

Brilliant TFT Display: Provides excellent contrast and wide viewing angles compared to older STN technology.

Protocol Library: Supports over 150 communication drivers, ensuring it can connect to almost any PLC, including Siemens, Allen-Bradley, and Omron.

Dual-Driver Capability: Can communicate with two different industrial devices/PLCs simultaneously.

Robust Memory: 32 MB of flash memory allows for extensive alarm lists, complex recipes, and multi-language support.

Fieldbus Ready: Through optional modules, it supports Profibus DP, CANopen, DeviceNet, and Ethernet.

4. Application Cases

Plastic & Packaging: Monitoring extrusion temperatures and cycle times on high-speed lines.

Material Handling: Acting as a control terminal for automated sorting systems or conveyor belts.

Machine Tooling: Providing a tactile interface for specialized CNC or metal-forming equipment.

HVAC Control: Centralizing data for large-scale industrial chilling or ventilation units.

5. Installation and Maintenance

Panel Cutout: Requires a standard cutout of 176 x 136 mm. The faceplate dimensions are 187 x 147 mm.

Environmental Protection: The front panel is IP65 rated, making it resistant to dust and moisture common in factory settings.

Battery: Uses a user-replaceable CR2430 3V Lithium battery to maintain the Real-Time Clock (RTC) and data retention.

Software: Programmed using UniOP Designer 6. It is recommended to keep a backup of the project file, as the unit is now considered a legacy model by many distributors.

6. Other Models in the Same Series

eTOP06C-0050: An enhanced version with 64K colors, built-in Ethernet, and USB support.

eTOP05-0045: A smaller monochrome version for basic data display.

eTOP10B-0050: A higher-tier model with a larger screen and enhanced graphical capabilities.

eTOP300 Series: The broader family of panels to which the eTOP06 belongs.

7. Unique Product Description

The UniOP eTOP06-0050 is the "industrial compact" champion of its generation.

While many manufacturers moved directly to large screens, the eTOP06-0050 focused on packing high-resolution TFT color into a space normally reserved for text-only displays.

This makes it a perfect drop-in replacement for aging monochrome units, giving legacy machines a modern, intuitive facelift without requiring a full control cabinet redesign.