Allen Bradley 2711P-B12C4D9 HMI Panel

Allen-Bradley 2711P-B12C4D9 HMI Panel (PanelView Plus 1250)

 

 

The Allen-Bradley 2711P-B12C4D9 is a PanelView Plus 1250 HMI (Human Machine Interface) used for industrial machine monitoring, control, and visualization in PLC systems.

It is a mid-to-large size operator terminal widely used with Allen-Bradley ControlLogix / CompactLogix PLCs.

Key Specifications

• Model: 2711P-B12C4D9
• Brand: Allen-Bradley (Rockwell Automation)
• Series: PanelView Plus 6
• Display Size: 12.1 inch TFT color screen
• Resolution: 800 × 600
• Input Type:
  • Touch screen + keypad (hybrid HMI)
• Communication:
  • EtherNet/IP
  • RS-232
  • Optional ControlNet / DH+ module support
• Operating System:
  • Windows CE
• Software:
  • FactoryTalk View ME (Machine Edition)
• Power Supply:
  • 24V DC industrial power input

Main Functions

This HMI is used for:

• Machine start/stop control
• Real-time process monitoring
• Alarm display & fault diagnosis
• Trend charts (temperature, pressure, speed, etc.)
• Recipe management
• PLC variable editing

Key Features

• 12.1” industrial color display
• Hybrid operation: touchscreen + physical function keys
• Rugged industrial design (IP65 front protection)
• Supports Ethernet industrial communication (EtherNet/IP)
• Built-in alarm and event logging
• Recipe and data logging support
• Designed for harsh factory environments

System Role

Typical automation system:

Sensors / Actuators
↓
PLC (ControlLogix / CompactLogix)
↓
2711P-B12C4D9 HMI
↓
Operator interaction (monitoring & control)

So it acts as:

• ❌ Not a PLC
• ❌ Not a control processor
• ✔ A human-machine interface (operator panel)

Applications

• Manufacturing production lines
• Packaging machines
• Food & beverage systems
• Oil & gas control panels
• Water treatment plants
• Industrial automation systems