8 facts worth knowing when buying an industrial monitor
Industrial monitors are suitable for wall installation, desk or switch cabinet installation as well as for VESA mounting and can be operated with all types of industrial PCs, such as the 19 inch rack computer, wall mount PC or embedded PC. Industrial displays are protected on the front and can be used without problems under harsh conditions. Optimal touch controls and easy cleaning play a major role.
Especially in 24-hour continuous operation, an industrial monitor has to bring a lot to offer the greatest possible reliability: robustness, durability, compatibility, expansion options, long-term availability of components, suitable interfaces, high quality and individualization. What is important for the product selection of the monitor is the ideal interplay of customer requirements, precisely fitting components and highly competent advice with intensive industry experience.
1. Areas of application of the industrial monitor
The industrial monitor makes the processes of the industrial PC visible and helps with control, monitoring, communication and quality assurance through optimal operating options. The areas of application are diverse: food, chemical, pharmaceutical industry, medical technology, process engineering, plant engineering, mechanical engineering, automation ... to name just a few industries.
2. Designs of an industrial monitor
Built-in industrial monitor open frame
Open frame monitors are built into existing fronts from the rear. Customer-specific fastening points and front panels can be implemented at any time.
Built-in industrial monitor panel mount
Panel mounting refers to installation from the front – a perfect fit in the cutout of the mounting wall. The screw connection takes place from behind.
Built-in industrial monitor 19-inch rack mount
Industrial monitors prepared for installation in a 19 inch rack. An adapter plate is screwed to the rack – so the screen can be attached.
Industrial monitor for VESA assembly
Here is a VESA mounting interface – for VESA mounting flat, with joint or with stand – on the front panel. The chassis version is a robust sheet steel housing.
Stainless steel industrial monitor (VESA mounting)
The housing is completely made of stainless steel, easy to clean, corrosion-resistant, with all-round protection class IP65 including interfaces. Prepared for VESA mounting.
Industrial monitor with full protection
Resistant industrial monitors with full protection have a robust aluminum housing. If there is a control panel on the display, the membrane keyboard is resistant to abrasion, scratches and chemicals.
3. Industrial monitor screen
The range of display diagonals ranges from 7.0 to 42.0 inches and the resolution covers all areas from 800x480 to 1920x1080. Industrial monitors have to work flawlessly even in harsh environments – and are therefore particularly robust, rich in contrast and sensitive to light.
4. Industrial monitor operating options
Depending on the application, you can choose between different touch technologies: SAW Touch, resistive touchscreen or projected-capacitive multi-touch screen (PCAP).
SAW (Surface Acoustic Wave) touchscreens function on the basis of surface acoustic waves - the impulse is activated by touching it with the finger.
Resistive touchscreens work via pressure gestures and have two layers. The upper layer is made of polyester and the underlying layer is mostly made of glass. They can also be operated with gloves or pens.
PCAP Touch (Projected Capacitive Multi-Touch Screen) enables the controller to recognize several points of contact simultaneously (Multi Touch). Compared to other touch technologies, a PCAP screen is more resistant to dirt or liquids and easy to clean due to the smooth, seamless surface. It also offers high transparency and visibility.
5. Robustness and cleaning of industrial monitors
Industrial environments demand a lot from a display – that's why industrial monitors have to be well equipped against vibrations, environmental influences, temperature fluctuations, dust, moisture or water. The so-called IP codes define the penetration of foreign bodies and water. For example, IP65 means "dustproof and protected against water jets from any angle".
Easy cleaning is also important. A PCAP touchscreen with its smooth, seamless surface also helps here.
6. Reliability and market availability for industrial monitors
Just like an industrial PC or a panel PC, the industrial monitor must also be fail-safe. Especially in 24 hour continuous operation. Equipment and components are based on the periods of use in manufacturing and production and should have a long market availability.
7. Cost of an industrial monitor
The ideal price / performance ratio counts – we know that. We also attach particular importance to absolutely high-quality components and long-lasting solutions, so that unnecessary costs due to production downtime or incompatibility can be saved.
8. Buy industrial monitor
If you already know the requirements for your industrial touchscreen, there are some top sellers in our online shop for immediate purchase and fast delivery. If you have any special requests or need advice, we will be happy to help. We can implement individual solutions quickly and efficiently.
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