Overview
The Allen-Bradley 6185-CACAAAA is a 15-inch industrial-grade flat panel monitor designed for control room, manufacturing floor, and equipment monitoring applications. Part of the Bulletin 6185-C family, this Series A model delivers bright, active-matrix TFT display technology rated at 172 nits brightness with support for multiple video formats. The 6185-CACAAAA combines NEMA 4/12 or 4X stainless steel panel mounting options with flexible power input (AC 85–264V or DC 24V), making it suitable for washdown environments and harsh industrial settings.
Key Features
- Active-Matrix TFT Display: 1024 × 768 resolution with 172 nits brightness for clear visibility in lit environments
- Multiple Video Format Support: Accepts video inputs from 640 × 480 up to 1024 × 768 resolution
- Flexible Power Input: Operates on AC (85–264V) or DC (24V), enabling integration with diverse control systems
- Touchscreen Compatible: Optional touchscreen modules with RS-232 serial interface for operator interaction
- Industrial-Grade Construction: NEMA 4/12 panel-mount or 4X stainless steel enclosure options; full-range dimming capability available
- Plug-and-Play Operation: Quick video and power connections with standard cable connectors
Technical Specifications
- Display Size: 15 inches (diagonal)
- Resolution: 1024 × 768 pixels (native); supports 640 × 480 through 1024 × 768
- Display Technology: Active-Matrix TFT (Thin-Film Transistor)
- Brightness: 172 nits
- Viewing Angle: 80° horizontal and 100° vertical
- Power Supply Options: AC 85–264V or DC 24V input
- Touchscreen: Optional; uses RS-232 serial (DE-9 male connector) at 9600 baud, 8 data bits, 1 stop bit
- Panel Mount: NEMA 4/12 or NEMA 4X stainless steel panel configurations
- Optional Features: Full-range dimming control; rack mount adapters (19″ EIA standard rack cabinets)
- Video Interface: RGB analog (white level = 0.714V above reference)
- Certifications: FCC Class A computing device (Part 15, Subpart J)
Typical Applications
The 6185-CACAAAA excels in manufacturing control centers, production monitoring stations, machine builder human-machine interfaces (HMIs), and process visualization displays. Its industrial-grade construction and touchscreen capability make it ideal for:
- Machine control and status monitoring dashboards
- Data acquisition and process trending displays
- Allen-Bradley ControlLogix and CompactLogix system interfaces
- Food, beverage, and pharmaceutical manufacturing environments
- Washdown and wet-area production facilities (NEMA 4X option)
Compatibility & Replacements
Compatible With
- Allen-Bradley ControlLogix and CompactLogix programmable controllers
- Industrial computers with standard RGB video output (VGA)
- Touchscreen-enabled control systems using RS-232 serial communication
- NEMA 4/12 and NEMA 4X panel enclosures and rack cabinets (19″ EIA standard)
- AC and DC power sources (85–264V AC or 24V DC)
Replaces / Drop-In Replacement For
The 6185-CACAAAA is a variant within the 6185-C series. Verify compatibility with your system integrator before ordering to confirm specific feature set alignment (display options, touchscreen configuration, mounting requirements).
Works With
- Standard RGB video sources and VGA-compatible industrial systems
- RS-232 serial interface for touchscreen operation and control
- Plug-and-play video and power connectivity
- Full-range dimming control systems (optional)
