The GE Fanuc CQPK3D200L2P-A, also cataloged as the CQPK3D200 QuickPanel Jr. Operator Interface, operates as a dedicated hardware component for human-machine visualization and control input execution within industrial control systems. It provides visual data output via a 5.7-inch monochrome LCD display with a 320 x 240 pixel resolution and accepts operator commands via an integrated touch screen surface. The unit communicates directly with programmable controllers to process status telemetry and operational commands.
Suffix Breakdown & Model Matrix
The catalog number structure for the GE Fanuc CQPK3D200L2P-A breaks down into specific hardware platform and revision attributes:
- CQP: Identifies the QuickPanel display unit product series.
- K3D: Specifies the 5.7-inch monochrome LCD screen hardware architecture.
- 200: Designates the physical resolution profile of 320 x 240 pixels.
- L2P: Defines the 24 VDC input power configuration and touch screen interface type.
- -A: Indicates the specific revision iteration incorporating updated hardware components and system firmware handling.
Hardware Specifications
| Parameter | Specification |
|---|---|
| Model | CQPK3D200L2P-A |
| Brand | GE Fanuc Total Control |
| Origin | USA / Assembled in USA |
| Weight | 0.68 kg (1.5 lbs) |
| Dimensions | 170.43 mm x 137.92 mm x 87.3 mm (6.71 in x 5.43 in x 3.437 in) |
| Operating Temp | 0 to 40 deg C (32 to 104 deg F) |
| Power Consumption | 15 W maximum (Typical 13 W, 20 W max rating) |
| Series | QuickPanel Jr. |
| Display Type | 5.7-inch Monochrome LCD |
| Resolution | 320 x 240 pixels |
| Input Voltage | 24 VDC (Acceptable range: 20 to 27 VDC / 20.4 to 27.6 VDC) |
| Enclosure Rating | NEMA Type 4X/12, IP65 |
| Programming Software | QuickDesigner Version 3.7 |
| Dielectric Voltage Withstand | 1000 VAC at 10 mA for 1 minute between terminals |
| Power Immunity Duration | 20 ms following power loss |
| Storage Temperature | -20 to 60 deg C (-4 to 140 deg F) |
Backplane Bus Communication Velocity & Firmware Flash Compatibility
The GE Fanuc CQPK3D200L2P-A interface coordinates serial and network communication sweeps to match host PLC processing cycles. Preloaded firmware flash compatibility ensures real-time synchronicity when uploading system runtime projects developed via QuickDesigner Version 3.7. Internal system architecture executes rapid hardware diagnostics during start-up, maintaining deterministic input processing without introducing serial latency or buffer overruns to the underlying control loop.
Frequently Asked Questions
Q: What happens to the display if the operational temperature exceeds 40 deg C?
A: Operating the unit in ambient conditions exceeding 40 deg C causes screen contrast and brightness to diminish.
Q: What is the maximum allowable mounting incline angle for the CQPK3D200L2P-A enclosure?
A: The unit must not be mounted at an incline greater than 30 degrees. If installed at an incline up to 30 degrees, ambient temperatures must be monitored to ensure they do not exceed 40 deg C.
Q: How does the internal power supply handle brief voltage drops or power interruptions?
A: The unit incorporates built-in power immunity capabilities that keep the unit functional for up to 20 ms following a power loss.
Field Installation Guidelines
- Panel Cutout Preparation: Cut the panel opening according to specified cutout dimensions. Ensure surrounding panel surfaces are clean, flat, and free of burrs to preserve NEMA Type 4X/12 (IP65) sealing integrity.
- Physical Insertion and Orientation: Mount the unit into the cabinet panel face. Ensure the operational incline does not exceed 30 degrees from the vertical plane.
- Gasket Sealing & Clamp Securing: Insert the unit through the cutout with the sealing gasket fully engaged. Tighten panel mounting clamps evenly around the bezel frame to apply uniform compression.
- DC Power Wiring: Connect a regulated 24 VDC power source (20.4 to 27.6 VDC) using stranded copper conductors. Verify correct wire polarity before energizing the terminal block.
- Frame Grounding: Attach a dedicated ground wire from the chassis ground terminal directly to the enclosure star ground bus to minimize electrical noise susceptibility and static discharge risk.