Apanel PC, also known as a panel-mounted computer, touch panel PC, or industrial panel PC, is a combinedindustrial PC andComputer monitor so that the entire computer can be mounted in any manner available for mounting a display alone. It eliminates the need for a separate space for the computer. A panel PC is typicallyruggedized for use in industrial or high-traffic settings. Also, Industrial Panel PCs have higherdependability applications.
Panel PCs can have a variety of mounting options including panel mounting, VESA Mount (Flat Display Mounting Interface),rackmount or DIN rail Mount.
Panel PCs often come with mounting brackets or flanges for direct installation onto a panel, or a cutout in an enclosure such as anelectrical enclosure. The enclosure can be electrical cabinets, control panels, and machinery cabinets.
Cooling is a consideration when mounting a panel PC intoelectrical enclosure orrackmount.[1][2]
Panel PCs are commonly used in industrial automation, manufacturing, process control, and machinery control applications.
It may include a range of computer ports and connectivity options such asserial port,EtherNet/IP,CAN bus,Modbus.
A panel PC typically has atouchscreen (Touch Panel PC) which enables users to interact with the computer directly on the display. This eliminates the need for separate input devices such as akeyboard or acomputer mouse.
Panel PCs come in variousdisplay sizes, ranging as small as 6 inches up to 24 inches.
Heavy-duty Panel PC models have front panels sealed to be waterproof according toIP67 standards, and includes models which areexplosion proof for installation in hazardous environments.[3]
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