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Overview
The Allen-Bradley 6181F-12TSXP is a VersaView Plus Series E integrated display computer built for demanding industrial automation and machine control applications. This model features a solid-state drive (SSD) for enhanced durability and system performance, making it ideal for environments where operating system reliability and fast boot times are critical. The compact 12.1-inch color touchscreen display combines operator interface and computing power in a single panel-mountable unit.
Key Features
- 12.1-inch Color Touchscreen: 15 milliseconds response time with 256K colors and aluminum bezel protection
- Solid-State Drive (SSD): 16 GB CompactFlash SSD for improved reliability and faster data access
- Intel Celeron M423 Processor: 1.06 GHz with 1M L2 cache, 533 MHz, 5.5 Watt processor
- Memory & Expansion: 2 GB dual-channel DDR2 memory (upgradable to maximum 4 GB)
- Robust I/O Connectivity: 4 USB 2.0 ports, 1 serial COM port, and 2 Gigabit Ethernet LAN ports; audio jacks include line-in, line-out, and microphone
- Industrial Enclosure Rating: NEMA Type 1/4/12 and IEC IP66
Technical Specifications
- Display Type: 12.1-inch thin film transistor with 256K colors; display area 9.7 x 7.3 inches; native resolution 800 x 600 pixels
- Processor: Intel Celeron M423, 1.06 GHz / 1M L2 cache / 533 MHz / 5.5 W
- RAM: 2 GB dual-channel DDR2 (max 4 GB)
- Storage: 16 GB CompactFlash Type 2 SSD (bootable); no other expansion slots
- Operating System: Windows XP Service Pack 3
- Input Voltage: 100–240 Volts AC (auto-ranging), 47–63 Hz
- Power Consumption: 100 VA (1 A @ 100V RMS; 0.42 A @ 240V RMS)
- Heat Dissipation: 65 W per hour
- Dimensions: 10.98 x 13.74 x 3.91 inches
- Weight: 7.8 kilograms (17.3 pounds)
- Vibration (Operating/Non-operating): 2 G peak at 57–640 Hz
- Shock (Operating/Non-operating): 15 G / 30 G, both at half sine, 11 milliseconds
- Enclosure Rating: NEMA Type 1/4/12 and IEC IP66
- Touchscreen Response: 15 milliseconds response time
Typical Applications
The 6181F-12TSXP is widely deployed in manufacturing and process automation environments where a compact, integrated display computer is required for machine control and operator interaction. Common uses include:
- Factory floor operator stations and machine interfaces
- Production monitoring and data entry terminals
- Process control systems requiring fast, reliable SSD storage
- Equipment requiring panel-mount integration with industrial-grade touchscreen input
Compatibility & Replacements
The 6181F-12TSXP is part of the Allen-Bradley VersaView Plus product line. Related models in this family include the 6181P-12TSXP (standard package with rotating hard drive) and the 6181F-15TPXP (15-inch performance display). The SSD-equipped 6181F variant is preferred for applications demanding greater shock and vibration tolerance due to the absence of moving mechanical parts. This unit integrates Windows-based control capabilities and is compatible with standard industrial Ethernet networks and USB-peripheral connections for supervisory systems.
