IDEC HG2J Series 7″ touchscreen HMI

IDEC Corporation has expanded its HMI product range with the HG2J Series 7″ touchscreen HMI.

IDEC says the HMI’s projected capacitive touch panel (PCAP) technology requires fewer layers than traditional analog resistive plastic films, and the self-capacitance technology can also prevent accidental input due to water droplets. Fewer layers and better light transmission ratings also mean less backlight power is needed while providing 500 cd/m² brightness level and 50,000 h backlight life.

The HG2J offers a TFT LCD display resolution of 800x480 pixels and an overall HMI depth of 30 mm. It is rated for operation in a wide temperature range of -20 to +60°C, and it carries IP66/67, UL and CE ratings, with a Class I Div 2 hazardous location rating.

HG2J HMIs feature a full complement of connectivity options, including two USB A ports, serial connectivity (RS485/422 and RS232C) and an Ethernet port. Push-in wiring connectors are used for power and serial connections, while the USB ports enable connectivity with Linux-compatible accessories such as Wi-Fi and Bluetooth dongles, speakers and barcode readers.

A single reset button is used for rebooting the unit, and a multifunction front LED light provides status information. The HG2J also requires no batteries as it uses MRAM to maintain data stored in internal data registers in the absence of power, and it features a hypercapacitor to maintain clock operation for up to two weeks without line power.